FAQ
- Where can I stay?
Choose accommodation according to your preferences and budget. For example, you could rent an Airbnb with a kitchen, or stay in one of these recommended places that are only a short distance from Villa Purificación, the retreat venue. Please book directly – rooms fill fast in September.
- El Refugio Hostel – dorms & private river-view rooms. Book over email on alberguedharma@gmail.com and mention that you are from our event. They offer vegan full board.
≈ 0.6 km / 10 min walk. - Camping La Granja – tent pitches, bungalows and glamping pods. Book over email on mtodoli@hotmail.com or call/send on WhatsApp +34633316635 and mention that you are from our event.
≈ 1 km / 15 min walk to the villa. - Hotel Xauen – spa hotel, twin & double rooms.
≈ 0.3 km / 5 min walk. - Hotel Rosaleda del Mijares ★★★ – spa hotel, twin & double rooms. Promo Code: VGNGAMES25 (15 % off bed-only, half-board & full-board). They offer vegan full board with the promo code and participants that stay somewhere else can also eat there.
≈ 0.3 km / 5 min walk.
We’ll open a room-sharing, car-pool and taxi-share chat before the retreat so you can buddy up and reduce costs.
- El Refugio Hostel – dorms & private river-view rooms. Book over email on alberguedharma@gmail.com and mention that you are from our event. They offer vegan full board.
- Where can I eat?
You can take part in the cooking workshops and enjoy the meals prepared by our chef.
Two local restaurants will serve a 100 % vegan menu for our event (even for participants that stay elsewhere):- Hotel Rosaleda del Mijares – vegan breakfast buffet and daily lunch / dinner menu.
- El Refugio Hostel – homestyle plant-based dishes at noon and in the evening.
See the sample menu of both establishments here.
- Can I attend for just one day?
Yes! We offer a limited number of Day Passes for guests who wish to join on any single day of the retreat (Fri 19 → Mon 22 September). The Day Pass covers all scheduled classes and talks for that day.
Book your Day Pass early — spaces are capped to keep groups small.
- What activities are included in the price?
- Daily classes
- Nature hikes & mindfulness walks
- Workshops and keynote talks
- Access to local hot springs
- Access to the town cinema building (we can screen movies whenever someone is interested)
- Board games available anytime during the event
- Access to Villa Purificación where most of the activities take place
- Free access to local co-working before, during and after the event so that you can stay even longer ☺️
Extra-cost adventures: white-water rafting, cooking workshops with meals, and Wim Hof cold-plunge session are optional add-ons.
- What should I pack?
- Yoga / workout clothes & swimwear
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Towel & reusable water bottle
- Light jacket for cool evenings (mountain climate!)
- Power adapter (EU type C/F) & laptop if you plan to co-work
- How do I get to Montanejos?
Valencia Airport (VLC) is 90 km away. You can rent a car, take bus + taxi, or join a car-pool. Full transport details are on the “Venue” page.
- Do I need previous experience in yoga or sports?
No. All sessions are designed for all levels. Our instructors offer variations and individual support.
- What is the refund policy?
Cancellations until August 15: 80% refund.
From August 16 to September 5: 50% refund.
After September 5, no refunds will be issued. - Can I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed inside Villa Purificación during during classes but they can stay outside in the garden. It will be easy to find someone to take care of them when you are participating in some indoor classes - if not other participats then our organization team. Camping La Granja accepts well-behaved dogs (on leash). Please check with your accommodation before booking.