The Shalas

THE DOJO

An open, light and airy space of 10m by 6m, our Dojo is based on a traditional Japanese design with an Arabic twist. Within the roof is an architectural lantern decorated with Moroccan purple and gold glass that sends iridescent shards of dappled light that falls onto its high-quality, fully-sprung, timber floor.

There is also a magnificent Moroccan chandelier hanging from the lantern as well as heating and fans if needed. Four double sets of wooden-and-glass doors lead out onto an upper terrace that over looks the treetops of our palm and popular garden.

We have fitness and yoga equipment as well as meditation chairs to be used in this space, which is perfect for dance, martial arts, yoga, meditation and any other group activities.

THE HYMER

In the lower formal gardens is an all-weather Hymer (Moroccan tent) that provides shelter all year round.

It has removable sides and a colourful Arabic tiled floor, making it the perfect space to do yoga or Thai Chi in the garden. Being close to the Tiki bar and Parillada it often gets used for recreational dancing, arts and music performances and this is where we do our outdoor cinema screenings.

Like the Dojo, it is 10m by 6m making it another ideal space for groups.

Everyone needs and should honour themselves with some time out from their routine and go on a retreat. The finca is genuine paradise. The architecture, colours, light, the best food in the world formulated by the loving, nurturing people who run it. I loved it and hope to be back.
Lisa October 2018

A beautiful and tranquil place. We have been going to various places on your retreats over the last 5 years and La Finca Paradiso has had by far the best food, alongside incredibly kind and friendly staff.
Lucy October 2018

Thank you so much for looking after us and making us feel special during our stay.
I have had nothing but praise for you and the team from all my Yoginis and Yogis. And a very special thanks to our cook, the food was exceptionally delicious this year and we greatly appreciated to effort the keep the meals healthy and interesting.
Georgina Retreat leader

We all had such a lovely time with you last week, thank you, and all the team, particularly Penelope for taking such good care of us and helping us become very relaxed. We had such a happy time. It was wonderful. Still can't believe on top of everything else that the food was so incredible. Absolutely delicious. I am so pleased that I took part in as many of your wonderful activities as possible, thank you so much for making me so welcome.
Katie August 2018

As a painting tutor, what I require from a venue is not only surroundings that will inspire my students, but a tranquil and supportive atmosphere that enables them to concentrate on their creativity and me to get on with my teaching. La Finca Paradiso fulfils those criteria admirably. Added to that, cuisine and comfort are clearly top priorities at the finca, while everyone who works there is committed to providing a personal service to each and every guest. I’ve taught at the finca on three occasions now and every time, my students are not only relaxed and happy, but produce great work.
David Retreat Leader, June 2018

After 5 years to going to different venues in Italy, France and Spain, and enjoying them, I can honestly say we have found a wonderful venue. The standard of food, guest relations, ambience, welcome and general feel of La Finca Paradiso was second-to-none. As soon as you arrive you start to relax unwind and be at one with the exquisite gardens - lying by the pool listing to the birds, to the relaxing mood music for dinner, the attention to detail was wonderful The outstanding food was superb and all dietary requirements were catered for seamlessly. The accommodation ranged from good-sized shared rooms to a fantastic main suite in the finca. I would sincerely recommend La Finca Paradiso to any instructor looking to take a group on a retreat.
Kevin Retreat leader, June 2018

The team made the whole experience wonderful. Katie is a top-class chef and the food is amazing- a riot of flavour and colour. The rooms and gardens are wonderful, the massage was the best I've ever had. But most importantly the people who run the place do it with genuine love and care which makes the retreat healing, nurturing and peaceful.
Nicola October 2018