Xanadu Retreat is a purpose-built haven for surf, yoga, and wellness. With immersive retreats, thoughtful design, and Manduka equipment supporting every practice, it offers guests a transformative and restorative experience. We sat down with co-founder Ola and lead yoga teacher Danielle to learn more.
Can you tell us about your retreat location? What makes it a special destination for hosting group experiences?
Xanadu Retreat sits on a peaceful hillside overlooking Kuta Bay in South Lombok. Just five minutes from the vibrant town of Kuta, it offers the perfect balance of tranquil seclusion and easy access to local life.
What makes Xanadu Retreat truly unique is that it was designed from the ground up with surf and yoga experiences in mind. Every detail — from the infinity pool facing the ocean to the open-air yoga shala, spa, and ice bath — was purpose-built to create an inspiring environment where guests can connect, grow, and unwind.
Beyond the design, our attentive team ensures the highest level of guest experience. Having run surf and yoga weeks as well as yoga immersion programs for more than six years, we know how to craft the right flow of activities, community, and rest to make every group stay seamless and memorable.
We specialize in week-long immersive stays:
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Surf & Yoga Weeks, blending adventure in the waves with daily yoga.
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Yoga Immersion Weeks, created for those who want to go deeper into practice.
Guests can also enjoy spa treatments, the infinity pool, and nourishing meals in a setting that brings together natural beauty, thoughtful design, and genuine care.
This combination of a purpose-built retreat, world-class team, and inspiring surroundings makes Xanadu a truly special destination for surf, yoga, and wellness experiences.
What kind of atmosphere or feeling do you aim to create for your guests and retreat hosts?
At Xanadu, we aim to cultivate a feeling of ease and belonging. From the moment guests arrive, we want them to exhale, let go of control, and feel completely taken care of — it is their holiday, after all.
But beyond relaxation, we want guests to feel at home. Here, they are never just numbers passing through. Our team genuinely cares, takes the time to get to know everyone, and creates an environment where meaningful connections naturally unfold.
That sense of community is what makes Xanadu special: people come as individuals but leave feeling part of something greater — a family of like-minded souls sharing waves, yoga, and memories together.
What inspired you to open your space for retreats and group gatherings?
The inspiration came from a deep need to disconnect from the fast pace of modern life and reconnect with what truly matters — nature, the ocean, and oneself. Surfing and yoga have been a big part of our own journey for many years, and we wanted to create a space that reflects that lifestyle — a place we personally believe in and that resonates with people who share the same longing for balance, community, and simplicity.
Xanadu was born from that vision: a retreat where others can find the same sense of peace, joy, and connection that surfing and yoga have given us.
How do you curate your retreats and wellness experiences?
Having hosted retreats every single week for the past six years across our two locations, we’ve had the privilege of fine-tuning our offering and adapting to the evolving needs of our guests. What guides us in everything we do is balance.
Our weeks are carefully designed to combine energizing activities like surfing and yoga with cultural experiences that connect guests to the soul of Lombok — from Sasak traditions to local flavors and crafts. At the same time, we make sure there’s enough space in the schedule to slow down, breathe, and feel the natural rhythm of the island rather than rushing from one activity to the next.
It’s this balance — between adventure and rest, movement and stillness, connection and reflection — that makes our retreats so memorable and transformative.
Do you have any upcoming retreats, special events, or seasonal offerings you’d like to share with our community?
One of the beautiful things about being in South Lombok is that we can run our retreats all year round. That means guests can choose the dates that work best for their rhythm and travels, and there’s always a week waiting at Xanadu — filled with surf, yoga, and the island’s slower pace of life.
We’d love to welcome guests whenever the time feels right for their journey.
Why did you choose to partner with Manduka?
We chose Manduka because their mats and props are recognized worldwide for their exceptional quality, durability, and comfort — the kind of equipment that elevates every yoga practice. At Xanadu, we want our guests to feel supported in every sense, and offering the best tools is part of that promise.
Beyond the gear, we see a deep alignment in values. Manduka has always championed mindful living, sustainability, and respect for the planet — values that resonate strongly with us at Xanadu. Just as we built our retreat to create space for connection with nature, community, and self, Manduka designs with the same intention: to support meaningful, lasting practices rather than trends.
Together, this partnership allows us to offer our guests not only a beautiful space and experience but also the very best equipment, reflecting the spirit of mindfulness, care, and attention to detail we both stand for.
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Website: xanadusurf.com
Instagram: @xanadusurf
Retreat location: Xanadu Surf & Yoga Boutique Retreat, Kuta, Pujut, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 83573, Indonesia
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