Best Wellness Retreats in Santa Monica for Mind, Body & Recovery

Santa Monica has long been synonymous with coastal calm, outdoor movement, and a lifestyle rooted in balance. Today, wellness in the city has evolved beyond traditional spa days or fitness classes into something more immersive, with experiences designed to restore energy, deepen connection, and support long-term wellbeing.
At Santa Monica Proper, wellness takes a more intentional form through thoughtfully-designed retreat experiences that combine advanced recovery practices, cultural programming, and personalized health insights. The result is a new generation of luxury wellness retreats grounded in science, creativity, and community.

A New Approach to Luxury Wellness Experiences

Modern travelers are seeking more than relaxation. They’re looking for meaningful, immersive experiences that address physical recovery, mental clarity, and creative inspiration all at once.
A Proper Wellness Retreat introduces a multi-day, fully-customized format where advanced fitness and recovery technology meets Ayurveda-inspired practices, all set within Kelly Wearstler–designed spaces. Every element is curated to create balance between movement and restoration.
Rather than following a rigid schedule, each retreat is shaped around its unique group of attendees, and guided by wellness experts and thought leaders.
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Wellness, Culture & Design Philosophy

What sets boutique wellness retreats apart today is their ability to go beyond wellness as a standalone activity. At Proper, wellbeing is woven into culture and design.

Each retreat brings together specialists across fitness, recovery, and holistic health. Guests move seamlessly between workouts, conversations, and shared cultural moments,  creating an experience that feels both restorative and socially energizing.
Evenings may center around art, music, or design-led gatherings, reinforcing the idea that wellness extends into how we connect and experience creativity together.

Personalized Fitness & Recovery

At the core of the retreat is a tailored approach to recovery and performance.

Guests experience a balance of:

• Guided workouts and outdoor movement
• Recovery-focused spa experiences
• Contrast therapy and red light therapy
• Mineral bathing and advanced recovery environments

Guests have access to signature amenities like the Ammortal Chamber and Morozko Mineral Bath, designed to support both athletes and wellness newcomers alike, while enabling an equal focus on recovery and performance.

Dining Designed for Performance and Balance

Nutrition plays a central role in any experiential wellness retreat, and Proper approaches dining with the same intentionality as movement and recovery.
Menus emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients and seed-oil-free cooking designed to support energy and balance. Guests can expect thoughtfully prepared meals alongside non-alcoholic offerings, natural wines, and cocktail pairings that ensure wellness feels sustainable rather than restrictive.
Shared dining experiences also create opportunities for connection, reinforcing the retreat’s community-driven atmosphere.

Connection Through Shared Experiences

Wellness is often most powerful when experienced together. Group activities are intentionally built into the retreat format, encouraging interaction and shared momentum throughout the multi-day journey.
Guests participate in:

• Group workouts and outdoor activities
• Shared dinners and discussions
• Guided racquet sports experiences
• Cultural programming and live music moments

What a Multi-Day Wellness Retreat Looks Like

While each experience is customized, a sample retreat flow highlights the balance between structure and flexibility:
Day One
Personal sessions with wellness experts, IV therapies, panel conversations, and a farm-fresh dinner crafted by Proper chefs.
Day Two
Morning workouts, fireside wellness discussions, recovery treatments, and spa experiences, followed by a candlelit dinner and a signature Proper Presents music moment.
Day Three
Coffee and breakfast service before an energizing racquet sports training session.
This pacing allows guests to reset physically while leaving space for reflection and inspiration.

Custom Wellness Retreats for Groups & Teams

Beyond scheduled retreats, Proper also offers fully customizable private wellness retreats designed for corporate teams, founders, and private communities.
These tailored experiences combine movement, recovery, cultural programming, and conversation, all tailored to each group’s goals and interests, making them ideal for leadership gatherings, creative teams, or community-focused retreats seeking deeper connection.

The Future of Boutique Wellness Retreats in Santa Monica

As wellness continues to evolve, the most meaningful experiences are those that integrate physical health with creativity, design, and human connection. Santa Monica Proper’s retreats reflect this shift, offering a holistic environment where recovery meets culture and luxury feels intentional rather than excessive.

For travelers seeking luxury wellness retreat experiences that go beyond traditional spa offerings, Santa Monica Proper is emerging as a destination where wellbeing is both elevated and deeply personal.

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