These Resorts Are Rolling Out The Mat For International Yoga Day

Jun 10, 2025

ByRoger Sands,

Contributor.

Resorts are gearing up to celebrate the benefits of yoga.

Celebrated on June 21, International Yoga Day pays homage to the physical and spiritual powers that yoga brings to over 300 million people worldwide. The day offers travelers an ideal opportunity to pause, reconnect and embrace the profound benefits of mindfulness and movement. Around the world, discerning travelers are increasingly seeking destinations that inspire both inner peace and outward exploration. Whether practicing on an oceanfront deck, immersed in the tranquility of a lush rainforest or surrounded by the quiet beauty of a desert landscape, these thoughtfully designed retreats encourage a deeper connection to self and nature.

While yoga is an important source of exercise and healthy activity, it is also a way to connect the body, mind and soul in a way that has existed for centuries. Regular yoga practice creates mental clarity, calmness and relieves chronic stress. It helps with weight reduction, maintaining a balanced metabolism and increases flexibility. Yoga may also help with pain management, improved circulation, better digestion, improved respiration energy and vitality.

These resorts offer a wide array of yoga sessions designed for guests who are new to yoga along with the advanced practitioner of this time-honored activity.

Yoga invites participants to stretch, strengthen and settle into mindfulness.

The St. Regis Spa Chicago is a 12,000-square-foot sanctuary with sweeping views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River offering a serene, sky-high setting for a yoga session. Whether it’s Hatha Yoga with Meditation, Vinyasa-based Yoga for All, or even a hybrid Cardio & Mobility session, each class is led by expert instructors in a light-filled studio, inviting participants to stretch, strengthen and settle into mindfulness – all while surrounded by panoramic skyline views.

Classes support physical and mental well-being for all levels.

Spanning 5,000 acres of stunning mountain terrain, The Broadmoor is an iconic Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond resort celebrated for personalized luxury, legendary service and world-class wellness offerings. Guests can unwind in elegant accommodations, enjoy a spa featuring Himalayan salt saunas and oxygen rooms, and explore more than 20 dining outlets and endless outdoor adventures—all surrounded by the beauty of the Rockies. The Broadmoor’s yoga programming is thoughtfully curated to support physical and mental well-being for all levels. Gentle options like Gentle Yoga and Stretch, Roll and Release promote flexibility, relaxation and recovery, while Yoga Flow and Alignment Flow Yoga focus on strength, movement and breath awareness. For more seasoned practitioners, Advanced Yoga introduces deeper holds, breathwork and added intensity.

Guests can unwind with a curated Yoga session.

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is an idyllic destination for relaxation and luxury. This oceanfront resort offers a serene escape with two scenic golf courses, enriching activities like forest fun runs and night walks under the stars and a child-friendly community garden session. At the heart of its wellness offerings is Spa Botánico, a lush treehouse sanctuary where guests can unwind with immersive experiences like a Yoga with Sound Bath session, combining crystal singing bowls and gongs to promote deep relaxation, release stress and restore balance.

Yoga lessons are available for all levels, beginner to advanced.

Tucked discreetly in the Swiss Alps of St. Moritz, Badrutt’s Palace Hotel offers a serene setting for both indoor and outdoor yoga from June 20 to Sept. 8. Whether in the hotel’s peaceful garden or a dedicated yoga room, guests can inhale crisp mountain air, soak in the alpine sun and reconnect with mind and body. Yoga lessons are available for all levels – beginner to advanced – guiding guests through movements that promote harmony and well-being. Complementing this tranquil practice is Palace Wellness, featuring full massage and beauty services, private spa suites, a fitness center and the La Diala restaurant.

Yoga can support joint stability and improve posture.

A chic escape for those looking to relax and recharge in the desert, Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa offers Functional Flow Yoga classes designed to enhance strength, mobility and balance through mindful movement. The practice blends breathwork with dynamic sequences that support joint stability, improve posture and build resilience for everyday activities. In addition to yoga, guests can immerse themselves in floating sound baths, a tranquil, multisensory experience that combines gentle sound therapy with the soothing sensation of water for deep relaxation. Spa Rosa also features 11 serenely appointed treatment rooms for indoor/outdoor services and movement experiences.

The resort also offers specialized yoga retreats for its guests.

Tucked away in the lush jungles of Nosara on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, Bodhi, Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort welcomes guests with its luxurious Balinese-inspired accommodations and a world-class yoga program. Guests can enjoy a range of yoga classes, such as Vinyasa, Yin, aerial and restorative, held in six beautifully designed open-air and air-conditioned studios. The resort also offers specialized retreats, workshops and teacher training in partnership with iLa Yoga, all set in a tranquil environment that nurtures both body and mind. Amenities include saltwater pools, a full-service spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a juice bar and a gourmet health-focused restaurant. With additional offerings like surf lessons and nature excursions, Bodhi Tree provides an unforgettable experience for all levels of yogis and wellness travelers alike.

Yoga sessions can include a guide to meditation.

Set on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver Island’s remote luxury outpost Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is stationed on 600-acres of pristine wilderness and features off-the-grid luxury with 25 Canadian safari tents. Begin the day with intention with Clayoquot’s Sunrise Yoga program on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 6 a.m. The 60-minute guided practice takes place either in a tranquil indoor studio or on a scenic open-air waterfront deck, dependent on weather conditions. This experience is designed to align the breath, body and mind in harmony with the natural surroundings of Vancouver Island. Suitable for all levels, the session encourages balance, strength and flexibility through a thoughtfully paced flow.

Offerings include Hatha yoga, Vinyasa flow and personalized private sessions.

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is an ideal destination for travelers seeking a world-class yoga and wellness experience. Located in the Swiss Alps and centered around the healing thermal waters of the Tamina Gorge, the resort offers a range of wellness programs designed to support physical, emotional and mental balance. Guests can participate in The Yoga Retreat or daily yoga and meditation sessions guided by experienced instructors, with offerings that include Hatha yoga, Vinyasa flow and personalized private sessions – set within serene indoor studios or peaceful outdoor Alpine settings. Signature treatments such as the Tamina Flow massage and body rituals using natural Alpine ingredients help promote deep relaxation and renewal.