Coco B Wellness on the Isla of Women
We love the chilled yoga vibes at Coco B, a stylish retreat space set
among a collection of luxury villas on Mexico’s lush Caribbean side
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A small, luxury boutique yoga and wellness getaway on the dreamy island of Isla Mujeres, off the coast of Cancun in Mexico, Coco B Wellness needs to be on your radar for retreats. A beautiful Caribbean sanctuary, it’s an ideal destination to unwind, refresh and explore — both your yoga practice, as well as the gorgeous island itself.
Isla Mujeres, located six miles off the mainland, is known as the Isle of Women, and is the home of Ixchel, the Mayan goddess of fertility and healing. You could probably add beauty to that list too. It’s one of the Caribbean’s most wonderful islands, celebrating both Mexican and Mayan cultures with a unique, vibrant energy all its own.
It’s safe, relaxed and simply exudes chilled, holiday vibes. Here, the folks get about on the roads using golf carts where you get to feel the wind in your hair as you head out for the evening or to some of the incredible beaches; a whole lap of the island only takes 30-45 minutes.
At Coco B Wellness, you have the best base for your exploration. It actually consists of a number of businesses — Coco B Isla, a collection of luxury villas where you’ll stay, and Coco B Wellness (based at Casa Coco), which groups the retreats and yoga activities.
This is a chic, high-end destination, which also hosts other events, such as weddings and business gatherings.
What brings it all together is the authenticity of the people behind it. Run by a cool American couple, Jeffrey Alan and wife, Bridget, who’s a qualified yoga instructor, it’s a space where you know everything is going to be just right. The couple care passionately about every guest’s experience so you can rest up knowing you’re in good hands; they want you to feel at home straight away.
Their mission is simple but ambitious: to deliver inspirational whole-health integrative wellness all within a fun, relaxing, beautiful and restorative environment. And that is exactly what Coco B Wellness does. It’s a place where stress dissolves naturally in the turquoise seas that surround the island and the evening sunsets that take your breath away. But inside your small retreat bubble, it’s a place to practice, to relax and to connect with like-minded guests seeking a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Here, they welcome yoga students and teachers from around the world seeking something a little special. It’s a fully-equipped wellness location for instructors or studios to put together their own retreat, in conjunction with the experienced Coco B Wellness team, or anyone can sign up to one of the many yoga and wellness holidays on the schedule. The retreats that run here cater to all levels, from beginner to advanced, and include a range of styles from Hatha and Vinyasa to Yin.
Where you’ll stretch out on the mat is pretty special too. There are two stunning rooftop studio locations set against the backdrop of the serene Caribbean Sea. It’s an incredible start or close to the day. The studio spaces are available throughout the day as well, and in use during yoga teacher trainings, which are also popular here.
The retreat planning and concierge teams are dedicated to creating personalised wellness experiences for hosts and attendees alike and, from the moment you arrive, are there to ensure every detail is meticulously planned and executed.
And then there’s the food. While you can shape the menu if you’re organising your own retreat, the kitchen team will always deliver outstanding cuisine at mealtimes. Food in Mexico is pretty great anyway, but expect gourmet dining that highlights fresh, local ingredients together with the art of mindful eating. As you might expect, they also host culinary wellness retreats here too.
Around the villas, take a dip in the pool, pick a sun lounger and relax with a book, or take out one of the kayaks or paddle boards to practice your balance or seek out the dolphins nearby. There’s always something to do — unless you want to do nothing, that is. Afterwards, sink into your comfy bed in your air-conditioned room that is the epitome of luxury and style. So much thought has gone into the design of all the properties here, with captivating artwork dotted around, much of it produced by local Mexican artists.
Blending the best of private group villa rentals, yoga, wellness and team retreats, Coco B Isla puts paradise within everyone’s grasp. Whether you want to join a retreat — or host one — or have a private luxury villa experience, Coco B is the place to be.
Go experience the Mexico magic for yourself. Check it out on Instagram @cocobwellness and @cocobvillas. For retreats, bookings and information visit: cocobwellness.com and cocobisla.com and cocobisla.com/villas
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