Xinalani is accessible only by boat, and we'll arrange transportation in advance for your comfort. Please schedule flights to arrive in Puerto Vallarta before 4:00 pm and depart after 12:00 pm, or arrange a night before/after in PV to accommodate the boat schedule.

Carry-on size suitcases work best (because of the boat and the stairs on property). If you need more room, I suggest checking a carry-on (expanded for space) plus your two personal items. Remember the property covers most of your toiletries.

For a day trip to Puerto Vallarta: a 15-minute water taxi plus a 40-minute cab or hour-long bus ride. Groups can also charter the Xinalani boat to town.

Xinalani offers a remote island experience — relaxation at the resort plus excursions for adventure — but limited amenities like Starbucks or malls. However, a visit to Quimixto, the charming fisherman village where our staff lives, offers an authentic and warm encounter. Cobblestone streets, friendly villagers, and the occasional donkey. We actively support the community through several initiatives.

The locals take pride in their traditions and occasionally have lively nighttime celebrations. Noise-cancelling earbuds or earplugs are recommended for light sleepers.

Exactly 176 of them. The retreat is built on a steep hill, with 215 feet of elevation from the beach to the highest point (the Jungle Studio). Please consider this if you have had knee surgery, hip replacement, a sprained ankle, or if you hate glute workouts.

We recommend using your time at Xinalani to disconnect from digital life, but if you need a reliable connection, it's available in all rooms, common areas, and yoga studios.

We take great pride in our food. You'll be served from a menu designed for yogis and people who care about health and fitness — both healthy and delicious, including eggs, fish, seafood, and chicken, but no red meat or pork. Vegan and gluten-free options at every meal. All meals served buffet style.

Guests rave about our staff. Xinalani hires from the local community — many work in hospitality full-time — and they're known for their authentic kindness, strong work ethic, and willingness to go the extra mile.

While our rooms are comfortable, a stay at Xinalani is akin to living outdoors for a week. We minimize environmental impact through low energy consumption. The resort is dark at night, so bring a flashlight. Only selected rooms are fully enclosed — open-air rooms have a lockable door and three walls, with the terrace open to the jungle (curtains included).

You may encounter harmless wildlife. Embrace it as part of the adventure. Read the Xinalani packing list for the unique experience: https://xinalaniretreat.com/what-to-bring-to-xinalani/

Some things are beyond our control, and letting go of expectations is part of the practice. We're in the dry season, but weather can shift. Flights get delayed. Sometimes the ocean is rougher than expected or the waves too small to surf. That said — you'll most likely have one of the most epic stays of your life, and we learn to roll with the challenges.

We offer a wide range of mind-blowing excursions: jungle hikes, swimming with wild dolphins, surf lessons. Please consider the risks and make sure you can handle them. A liability release and waiver is required for most activities.

Staff gratuities are welcomed but not required. Cash only, please, handed to the front desk at check-out. They're distributed among the hard-working staff.