Experience a unique blend of ocean views, lush jungle, and unparalleled hospitality. From yoga and fitness retreats to culinary and adventure getaways, Punta Gabriela is the perfect destination to bring your vision to life.
Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s stunning Dominical coastline, Punta Gabriela offers the ideal balance of relaxation, adventure, and luxury. With 180-degree ocean views, a serene jungle backdrop, and world-class amenities, your retreat will leave a lasting impression on every guest.
At Punta Gabriela, we specialize in hosting retreats of all kinds:
Create balance and harmony in a tranquil jungle setting.
Use our professional kitchen to explore the art of cooking.
Inspire and motivate your guests with state-of-the-art facilities.
Combine sport and luxury for an unforgettable experience.
Ride the waves of Costa Rica’s world-renowned beaches.
An array of retreats designed to inspire & rejuvenate—each as unique as your journey.
Founders Karena and Jesse Maurer turned their dream into reality, creating Punta Gabriela to share the magic of Costa Rica with the world. Together with retreat host Maxine Gomez, a mold detox expert and holistic wellness advocate, they’ve crafted a sanctuary that blends luxury, sustainability, and community.
Adason Mathis2025-07-12 We just recently stayed an Punta Gabriela, and I can’t even put into words how lovely this place is. From the breathtaking views to the incredibly clean and stunning rooms, you are in for a treat. Quietly tucked into the beautiful green forest you are sure to have absolute privacy. My family and I stayed in villas 1 and 2. The perfect little set up. Liz and the team did a fantastic job making sure the rooms were clean! Villa 1 has a beautiful pool, perfect for romantic nights. The whole staff is so kind and accommodating. This place exceeded any expectation and we can’t wait to come back! Can’t recommend it enough. Adam K2025-06-12 Recently stayed at this BEAUTIFUL resort. Everything was perfect, the hospitality, the amenities, and of course being in the middle of the jungle with ocean views is just paradise. The whole experience was like something out of a movie and I can't come back soon enough! Viviana Campo (High Ten Realty)2025-05-13 A True Hidden Gem – Jungle Luxury Meets Soulful Serenity Staying at this beachfront jungle resort was nothing short of magical. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely reset—welcomed into an environment where luxury is beautifully simple, deeply personal, and incredibly refreshing. I stayed in Villa 1, which featured a private pool and jacuzzi—perfect for soaking in the peaceful jungle surroundings. The sunset views were absolutely unbelievable, painting the sky with colors I’ll never forget. The resort strikes the perfect balance between intimacy and warmth. It felt exclusive and serene, yet had a grounded, family-like vibe that made it easy to relax and feel at home. Being so close to waterfalls and immersed in nature only added to the enchantment. If you’re looking for a place to truly unwind, reconnect, and enjoy understated luxury in a breathtaking natural setting, this is it. Nathan Vincent2025-04-30 Punta Gabriela is an incredible space in a beautiful location. The villas are gorgeous with amazing views and the staff is friendly, helpful, and accommodating. I came as part of a group that rented the whole place for a retreat, and we couldn’t have had a better experience. This land and the people are special, providing a peaceful healing environment for all. I highly recommend! Matt Malone2025-04-29 I can’t say enough great things about this magical place called Punta Gabriela. The room & accommodations are amazing, the food is outstanding, the views are incredible, and the Hostess with the mostess goes above and far beyond. Can’t wait to go back. Kristen Turner2025-04-28 Can’t put into words how magical this place is! Tranquil and tucked away, this is the perfect place to disconnect and reconnect ❤️ The staff here is beyond accommodating… Maxine made sure every detail of our stay was perfect and Nicos, the chef, was able to handle my very specific dietary needs which was so helpful. I miss this place already and can’t wait to go back ❤️ Utpal Sinha2025-04-21 If you're dreaming of an exclusive escape that blends luxury with nature, Punta Gabriela is a destination that exceeds every expectation. Nestled on a lush hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this boutique resort delivers a truly unforgettable experience. Their staffs redefine hospitality. From personalized check-ins to curated excursions and private chef experiences, every detail feels tailor-made and really satisfactory. Al Rodriguez2025-04-14 This place is great! Have been there twice and can’t wait to go back. Jesse, Karen and the team are great hosts and wonderful people. Highly recommend it! sanju2025-04-12 From the moment we arrived at Punta Gabriela, we knew we were somewhere truly special. The views are absolutely breathtaking – 180 degrees of lush jungle meeting the Pacific Ocean. The villas are stunning, immaculately clean, and designed with both luxury and comfort in mind. What truly sets this resort apart is the team. Edwin is a gem—his cooking was incredible and his warmth made us feel right at home. Jesse and Karen (the owners) went above and beyond to ensure every part of our stay was smooth and memorable—from helping us plan excursions to arranging transportation and even massages on-site. Every detail—from the private zipline and infinity pool to the wildlife we spotted daily—was magical. It felt like having our own private luxury estate in the jungle. Highly recommend Punta Gabriela for anyone looking to experience the best of Costa Rica in style and serenity! Jason Cashion2024-09-12 Everything was spectacular! Jesse and Karen are amazing hosts and they have a fantastic crew helping out. Maxine is phenomenally talented and helpful. We loved our time at Punta Gabriella and can not wait until next time! Thank you Jesse, Karen, Maxine and the entire team for making this trip one of our favorite places!!
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Doug J02/07/2024
Love this place This is my third time staying with Jesse and Karen. We like going here because of the friendly dogs. We took our nephew and his family for his daughter’s high school graduation. Day 1. Lay day around the resort enjoying the weather and pool Day two. Went into quepos and visited Manuel Antonio park. Saw 5 sloths, 12 monkeys, a white tailed deer and ended the morning on their beach. Day 3. We went on a quad tour which is using side by sides with a tour guide named Jodi all set up by Jesse. We all had the time of our lives riding to the top of the jungle visiting about 5 different waterfalls. Due to heavy flow in river we decided not to go in the waterfall this time. We then went down these muddy roads to Emilio’s coffee plantation where they fed us and gave us coffee while we waited for the rain to pass. Jesse hooked all of our tours up for us, this is a YOLO trip so if you spend some money on these tours, you’ll never forget them and you’ll be thrilled you did it!! Day 4. Jesse and Jodi found a great zip line tour just 30 minutes to the South. Long fun runs. Weight limit 230 Price approx 85.00 each plus top These guides all rely on tips as does Jodi. Day 5. Massage day for all of us. Kirk is a private very professional guide to healthy living thru massage and his energy. Day 6. We went to their daughter’s house two miles away and spent the day at her pool. I’ve been to CR about 9 times, this was by far the best because of the tours and also our private chef coming there at night. Thanks sooo much Jesse and Karen Pura Vida Maurers![]()
Carolina G01/07/2024
Family fun vacation, Punta Gabriela Punta Gabriela is a hidden gem in Dominical, Costa Rica. When we started to look at vacation spots in Costa Rica, Punta Gabriela was highly recommended. My husband, two teenage daughters and myself loved everything about our trip. The owners Jesse and Karen are amazing host! From having meals prepared by a chef, breath taking views, beautiful villas with comfortable beds, friendly and helpful staff. The pool was relaxing and everything this ER nurse needed for a family vacation!!! The excursions recommended by Jesse were top notch. Our trip was absolutely perfect. Jesse and Karen thank you for making our memorable at Punta Gabriela !!!![]()
Stephen W23/06/2024
Lifetime of memories This was my favorite vacation ever. Punta Gabriela was the perfect place for our 3 families to go. With built in activities, drivers, options for a chef, etc., it made planning very easy, while still getting to experience true Costa Rican culture. Dominical is an incredible surf community with great dining and plenty of things to do (close to national parks, whitewater rafting, surfing, ATV tours, hiking, zip lining). Jesse and his staff were friendly, accommodating and there to help with anything to ensure the stay was comfortable. The central house and pool were main staples for hanging out with the kids and families, while the separate villas created privacy / relaxation. The views over the pacific were absolutely stunning from each room and are still being missed. Marcela the chef was INCREDIBLE. She accommodated adults and children requests while providing a 5 star dining experience over multiple days. Do not hesitate to book!![]()
Doug J25/03/2024
Great place for fun and sun with endless adventures in the jungle Jayne and I went to visit our friends and met some new friends in Costa Rica. We were there almost a week and Jesse and K@aren owners of PUNTA GABRIELA showed us a great time. The resort is in Dominical right on the beach in the middle of the jungle. There are 5 beautifully decorated villas on the property along with a huge 3 story home and awesome pool right in the middle of the property. Villa one has a private pool with built in spa overlookkibg the ocean . They just finished adding a really cool 1800 sq ft TREEHOUSE above the main residences that is really awesome at sunset. Sunsets there are like no other place we’ve been too. We used the side by sides to explore the Pacific side of the Country, venturing up to the waterfalls for the day then paragliding the next day off a high cliff overlooking the ocean. They supplied an excellent gourmet chef for us and the food was like a 6 star resort. This place is luxury in the jungle. Punta Gabriela is on Instagram and trip advisor if you’d like more information. We’re going back in June for another week of fun and sun. Special thank you to Jesse and Karen for opening up your place to us!!! In Costa Rica you’re normally in bed by 9 then up again at 6 to start your day .![]()
Susan S18/03/2024
Fabulous We went with 5 couples and had the entire place to ourselves. It was fabulous. Everyone took care of us. Niko’s cooking is beyond delicious. What a treat to have your own chef. Every villa is beautiful, overlooking the ocean. Karina takes care of your every need and Andre our driver was wonderful. The owners Jesse and Karen were so attentive as well. I highly recommend it!![]()
SpreadSparkle18/02/2024
BUCKET LIST!! Will go back for sure!! Just spent an amazing week here with friends making the best memories! Comfortable clean and so convenient. Jesse and Karen are so inviting and make everything accessible that you need! We were in Villa 3 and had amazing views waking up to the ocean and sounds of the birds and waves. The food was delicious as well! Love it- pure piece of paradise!!! Highly recommend and we will be back for sure!![]()
Sandiegoshome28/02/2023
Luxury at it's finest on the Pacific Coast What an amazing place! We had the entire place to ourselves and were treated like kings and queens. The property is on a hillside overlooking the ocean and the beaches. The sunsets are spectacular. We each had our own luxury villa with comfortable beds, a small refrigerator, sitting area and beautiful bathroom. The owners, Jesse and Karen were accommodating and provided everything we needed. We were picked up in San Jose by German and had no need for a rental car. The travel van fit all of us and our luggage and we had a comfortable ride. Karina, Andre and Minor all took care of us the whole week long visit and German fixed all our breakfasts and dinners (which were all fabulous). We were so spoiled! We enjoyed the onsite pool and jacuzzi and spent a lot of time in the beautiful eating/bar area. All our offsite adventures were arranged by the staff and they provided all transportation. We snorkeled, went on a sunset cruise, helicopter ride, and tours of the river and animals. We also went to a waterfall and had lunch and margarita stops on the way home. I can't recommend this place enough. It was truly magical.![]()
Stephanie B09/01/2023
No Filters Needed I can't recommend this location, the accommodations or staff enough. I have traveled all over the world and have never had such personal service like we had with Jessie and his team. You want to go to a nice dinner? We have made a reservation for you and here is our van and driver. Special food choices? No problem. We had 14 people stay here between the ages of 4 and 65 and we all had an amazing time. The photos on their website? Not an exaggeration. There are six places to stay on this property and every one of them is magical. Jessie and his staff made this an unforgettable trip. Go for the views, leave feeling like you're family - SB![]()
Judith R19/07/2021
Luxury in the jungle with ocean views At arrival not even inside the property you can see the breath taking views this property has. We stayed in Villa 1, what a treat that was. It has it's private infinity pool and hot tub with 180 degrees of ocean views, sunset. The accommodations are flawless, the decoration in the entire property is exquisite and the gardens to die for. They have a Zen area, where I got a massage, beautiful breeze and great massage by Kurt. You can reach the property via car or land on the roof of the main house in helicopter (we needed wheels to continue our journey, so we drove). Is a very secluded spot, but easy to find, as they have a good sign on the Pan-American road entrance to the property. I strongly suggest that if you are driving, get a 4x4 vehicle (is just easier around the entire country). We had a birthday party for my significant other with a private chef and bartender (they were great). I would 100% recommend this property to anyone traveling to Costa Rica.![]()
Cory04/05/2021
Run, don't walk! If you're on the fence about visiting, don't think twice and just go. You won't be sorry. This is quite honestly one of the most beautiful properties I've ever stayed at. The views are second to none. The amenities are spectacular. I promise you won't regret it!Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 146 reviews
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