Jake B.
10/3/2025
Absolutely loved our experience at Esalen. We'll definitely be new regulars, it's truly a rare peace. The facilities are all wonderful, on a stunning piece of land. Everyone there, the staff and...
Esalen Institute
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55000 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA 93920
Esalen Institute, nestled in the serene landscape of Big Sur, California, stands as a holistic retreat and nonprofit educational center. Since its inception in 1962, it has been a revered hub of the human potential movement, inviting guests to engage in workshops and massages through advanced reservations.
Visitors to Esalen are greeted with a plethora of opportunities for self-exploration, including immersive self-guided explorations and workshops led by world-renowned facilitators. Additionally, the institute offers financial scholarships to ensure accessibility to a diverse community seeking personal growth.
With a commitment to nurturing connections and fostering personal growth, Esalen Institute provides a unique space for individuals to embark on a personal journey of self-discovery. Through a blend of educational programs, healing arts, and communal gatherings, Esalen continues to be a beacon for those seeking to explore their full human potential.
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Haiyang H.
3/14/2025
Still one of my favorite retreats. I took a year and a half off from Esalen to focus another program. Now that is done. I was so happy to be back and tried a new workshop. I stayed at passage...
Todd S.
11/10/2025
5 stars! I had the best time here over 4 days! I was doing the self guided weekend and I spent most of my time at the art barn! What a magical place, I was painting morning to afternoon and into...
Diana P.
2/25/2025
I don't understand some of the negative reviews--although they seem to be from late 2024 so perhaps last year was not a good one. And reviews shouldn't compare the 1990's to today!! My daughter...
Kirsten S.
9/15/2025
My visit to Easalen on May 4th of this year was greatly overshadowed by the treatment my Indigenous/African American friend received on property. When we drove in I greatly assured her that this...
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