The Pearl Laguna

This was an all around amazing experience. I have been to the Pearl multiple times now and I am always welcomed with the support and care required for the journey. A week at the pearl challenges you to the right level to make sure you leave refreshed both mentally and physically ready to go back into the world

The Pearl Laguna was the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. It not only put me on a much better path of health and wellness, it changed my overall outlook and the way I approach life’s challenges. Do not be deterred by the physical aspects of this retreat. As a complete beginner, I made it through! It was challenging, but I completed all of the hikes, workout sessions and yoga classes. The guides and instructors have a great way of meeting you where you are and also helping you push forward and make progress. I can’t say enough about the amenities, the food, the lodging, the grounds, and everything else. Every detail is immaculately thought through, dishes are delicious and creative, and there are so many personal touches and fun surprises (I won’t ruin here!) We celebrated a birthday at Pearl Laguna and it was made to be so special and memorable. Katresha and Geo are beautiful people and their entire team is also comprised of beautiful people (inside and out!) The Pearl Laguna team are all rock stars, 10 out of 10 would recommend to anyone wanting to invest in yourself and emerge renewed!

The Pearl Laguna is special, magical and delivers. I had a delightful week of yoga, rest, rejuvenation, excellent food and exercise. All in a wonderful oasis in Laguna Beach, CA. The owners, Geo and Katresha are not only authentic and sincere, they are present and oversee everything with charm and expertise. Food was great, daily massage, staff friendly and always available. Highly recommended.

Life changing. I've lost count of how many times I have been at The Pearl. I'm always the fattest, slowest, and oldest, and - I always lose at least five pounds, sometimes more. I don't go with everyone else and do my own hard hikes they point me to, and I'm there! Use it or lose it. Just now picking my date for 2024. GO! You'll be glad you did!

I spent a week at The Pearl in early July. My goal was a reset - physical, mental, spiritual. I reached all three goals and continue with my weight loss and healthier living! From our hosts, Geo and Katreisha, to the staff - cooks, guides, masseuses, and others - the tiniest details were paid attention to in a loving way. Thank you for a wonderful experience! I will return and share my personal experience with others!!

Words do no justice to the loveliness that is The Pearl Laguna. Every detail has been considered- from the food and the flowers to the staff and hiking guides and the plans for the day. I recommend this with my highest praise and hope I have the lucky chance to return. Thank you so much for what you have built. It’s beautiful and special.

I recently spent a week at The Pearl Laguna. I was blown away. It went way beyond my expectations. The food was superb, the staff was exceptional. My every need was met and then some. I was totally pampered. They also challenged my fitness level but I saw amazing results. The guides were very accommodating. They tailored my hikes to my limited ability and skill, but they wouldn’t let me opt out. To my surprise, I could do it! And felt better for it. Same with yoga. It was new to me, but the instructors were extremely patient. Maybe it was the combination of massages, hot tubs and saunas, but I was never sore or achy. Or perhaps I can attribute it to the pampering I got while I was there. The whole atmosphere was one of warmth, welcome and serenity. There were fresh flowers everywhere. No detail was missed. From the cucumber slices for your eyes as you had a sauna to the beautiful way the table was set for your meals. I feel stronger both physically and emotionally since my time at the Pearl. I left feeling calm and peaceful and that feeling has lasted. I would not hesitate to go back. Thank you Katresha and Geo and your truly exceptional staff for a marvelous retreat.

What an amazing experience!!! From the big things to the tiny details every thing was pure perfection. I felt so much LOVE from everyone. I was absolutely pampered. The place is beautiful, food is excellent, beds are so comfy. The staff are so kind, helpful and fun. The entire day is so well planned out you do not need to make any decisions. This is a place to get recenter, rest, heal and elevate your life….. body, mind and soul Thank you all for an amazing time🙏 I will be back soon 😁

I am always blown away with their program, their massages, their delish food, their hospitality, their location, their hikes, their classes and their attention to every detail to make this my favorite retreat in the whole wide world.

I spend a month here every summer. The hosts, Katresha and Geo are so special, the staff go beyond to help and encourage guests. The hiking in Laguna is magical and the yoga at the Pearl is fabulous.

I loved this place! My sister-in-law and I take a spa trip every year and we will surely revisit The Pearl. It was everything we set out our spa trip to be, healthy, rejuvenating and a great way to continue or jump start a healthy lifestyle. The hikes were challenging and exhilarating. The food was delicious and we were never left hungry. You don't have to think at all and are constantly kept engaged. I would highly recommend The Pearl !

Make sure you ask if Geo and his wife will be there otherwise the staff is not so attentive or nice. The food is very good however you will not be given any recipes to go home with. Make sure you ask for a quiet room everyone pays the same but the rooms are not all equally as nice, the ones in the main house are dark and very noisy. The hikes are hard and if you cant keep up you are often left to fend for yourself they are more apt to pay attention to the hard core hikers. Overall unimpressed with the staff and the programming.

Truely a treat for the body and soul. I recently completed a two week stay and highly recommend two weeks if you can do it. During the second week I was able to integrate so many of the lessons from week one into my thinking. The atmosphere is relentlessly positive and healing! Just follow their gentle guidance and the results will amaze you. The best things about The Pearl Laguna? They are not trying to sell you anything! No menus, books, diets, self-help-pop-speak to be found! Just hard work and inward focus guided by real people who walk the talk themselves everyday. Book early, The Pearl is not so much of a well kept secret anymore and is booking as far as a year in advance.

I loved this retreat! It takes a few days to relax into but once you do, well worth the effort! I feel cleansed and thoroughly re-energized. The hikes are great, the staff friendly and food is amazing!! I lot pounds and But it is the personal approach that separates The Pearl from others. Geo are katrisha are gems themselves. I loved it and highly recommend it.

Such a fantastic place. It is a large house with 11 private bedrooms . Gorgeous outdoor areas, pool,sauna, hot tub, plus a beautiful kitchen and common areas. All the food is delicious and made from scratch. The daily hikes are 8-10 miles, extremely challenging but everyone went at their own pace and the had several guides to ensure everyone was safe. The morning yoga is power yoga, I enjoyed that more than the evening yoga which was a little too meditative for my taste. Every day you have a massage and they were some of the best I have ever had. While the food is amazing, it is probably about 1000 calories, so this is sort of like a luxurious boot camp. We all lost 5-12 pounds and 9-18 inches each. Amazing.

A real disappointment! I was convinced to try The Pearl Laguna after calling and having a fairly detailed conversation about the program. I was assured that although the activities are all done in a group, each person's experience is customized to their level of fitness etc. by the multiple guides on each activity. This was totally false! If you're slower/out of shape, you get LOTS of personalized attention... but I was walking at a moderate pace on the hikes and was alone most of the time and even was lost for over an hour one day before one of the guides found me. Not cool since they made such a big deal about the mountain lions on the trails etc. Yoga instruction was marginal at best. If you worship at the alter of Geo and Katrisha and gush over them, you will get lots of personal attention and assistance. If not, you're on your own! You have to marvel at her personal story of the car accident, and listen to their friends try to sell you products in the evenings (these presentations are at meal time, so if you want to eat, you have to listen!) Supposedly all meals are taken together, but several guests were mysteriously able to eat in their rooms. I was also told that a full week was 'required' and so that is what I booked/paid for... only to learn upon arrival that several others had negotiated partial week visits! On a positive note, the food was delicious (if sparse) and I felt cleansed. The massage services are also outstanding. For the money, I expected FAR better service overall and left feeling overwhelmingly disappointed. A real 'bait and switch' from what I was sold on in the beginning.

My amazing 7 day retreat. I had an awesome time, by the 3rd day, I was not interested in checking any messages or open up my notebook. For sure, I will be back in the near future.

Doesn't get any better than being Geo,s Power Yoga. I have practiced Yoga since I was 16 years of age but when I came to Geo I was transformed and feeling stronger and more centered than ever before. I was very fortunate to have purchased his last Power Yoga book which has turned out to be my bible of Yoga. I have to have it close to or with me at all times. Love you Geo and all that you do! Blessings and Love, Rosemary

Worth every penny. It is hard to put into words how wonderful The Pearl Laguna truly is - the people, the location, the experience - all are amazing. You exercise (yoga and hiking), eat healthy delicious meals (although prepare to not eat very much!), and relax in the beautiful setting of Geo and Ketrisha's paradise in laguna beach. I recommend going for the whole week (sunday to saturday) for best results - it really is a true detox. No caffeine, no alcohol, no processed foods. Positive energy every day and you really get to focus on yourself and your well-being. Every person has a different reason for going and you meet very interesting and inspiring people along the way. And of course, not to forget, you also get an amazing massage every day. I recently went back for a second time and enjoyed it even more.