I’ve been to Esalen three times and each experience has been wonderful! I was there just recently in June 2026. The facilities have been upgraded and the teachers are phenomenal. I love it there!!
May 2026
I’ve been coming here off and on for 20-25 years and I preferred it better when prices were more affordable for everyone which invited more socioeconomic diversity. More affordable pricing meant more basic amenities and that was a trade off I was ok with. When the business model changed to increase rates after modernizing, remodeling, it out priced many and attracted a younger, yuppie and affluent population from the techie dot com bubble. The place itself is still very special and beautiful. Food not of the same caliber as in years past. The familiar faces are gone due to more staff turnover. There were up to 5 simultaneous workshops offered at any given time,... read full review
April 2026
I've been coming to Esalen since the late '80s. Just spent another wonderful week doing an art workshop. Always a great way to reboot, refocus and let go of what's not important. This is not a five-star resort (with five star prices) so don't expect that. Come with an open mind and a desire to meet new people and challenge your old ideas, and you'll enjoy yourself and take away more than you gave up.
I’ve been to Esalen three times and each experience has been wonderful! I was there just recently in June 2026. The facilities have been upgraded and the teachers are phenomenal. I love it there!!
I’ve been coming here off and on for 20-25 years and I preferred it better when prices were more affordable for everyone which invited more socioeconomic diversity. More affordable pricing meant more basic amenities and that was a trade off I was ok with. When the business model changed to increase rates after modernizing, remodeling, it out priced many and attracted a younger, yuppie and affluent population from the techie dot com bubble. The place itself is still very special and beautiful. Food not of the same caliber as in years past. The familiar faces are gone due to more staff turnover. There were up to 5 simultaneous workshops offered at any given time,... read full review
I've been coming to Esalen since the late '80s. Just spent another wonderful week doing an art workshop. Always a great way to reboot, refocus and let go of what's not important. This is not a five-star resort (with five star prices) so don't expect that. Come with an open mind and a desire to meet new people and challenge your old ideas, and you'll enjoy yourself and take away more than you gave up.