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Anamaya Resort Audit: Inside Costa Rica's 100% Gluten-Free Yoga, Surf & Longevity Retreat
Celiac guide to Anamaya Resort in Montezuma, Costa Rica: a 100% gluten-free kitchen, meals, activities and 7-night packages from $1,895.
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Anamaya Resort (Montezuma, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica) runs a Tier 1: 100% Dedicated Gluten-Free Kitchen where, according to the resort's published information, wheat, barley, rye and uncertified oats aren't allowed on the property. As of our last check on 2026-Oct-20, 7-night all-inclusive yoga, surf and longevity packages start from $1,895 USD per person in a shared room. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts are made from scratch with local produce and house-made gluten-free sauces.
10-Point Celiac Kitchen Checklist
Below is what we found about Anamaya Resort's kitchen and dining, based on the resort's published information. It's a summary for travelers with celiac disease and serious gluten intolerance; confirm anything critical to you directly with the resort.
| Checklist Item | What we found |
|---|---|
| 1. Kitchen Safety Tier | Tier 1: 100% Dedicated Gluten-Free Facility (no gluten on the property) |
| 2. Wheat Flour Policy | No wheat, barley or rye flours; baking uses yuca, almond, rice and coconut flours |
| 3. Dedicated Equipment | All ovens, blenders, griddles, cutting boards and cookware are used only for gluten-free food |
| 4. Soy Sauce & Condiments | No conventional soy sauce; the kitchen uses gluten-free tamari and coconut aminos |
| 5. Oats & Grains Policy | Mostly whole-food cooking (quinoa, brown rice, corn masa); no uncertified oats |
| 6. Staff & Outside Food Rule | Kitchen staff are trained in celiac needs; no outside wheat bread or pastries in kitchen areas |
| 7. Other Allergens & Diets | Dairy-free, vegan, paleo, keto and low-FODMAP requests handled |
| 8. Buffet vs. Table Service | Because everything on the buffet and plated menus is gluten-free, crumbs from other guests' food aren't a concern in the dining room |
| 9. Nearest Medical Facility | Cóbano health clinic (CAIS de Cóbano), about 20 minutes by car; medical flights can use Cóbano airstrip |
| 10. Package pricing | 7-night all-inclusive packages from $1,895 USD (shared room); private room prices vary by season and room |
The Culinary Experience: Meal-by-Meal Breakdown
For travelers with celiac disease, the tiring routine of questioning waiters and reading labels largely goes away at Anamaya. Because the kitchen is 100% gluten-free, every dish served at the open-air restaurant is made without gluten. It's still worth telling the team about your celiac disease and any other allergies when you book.
Breakfast (Served After Morning Yoga)
- Traditional Costa Rican Base: Gallo Pinto cooked with coconut oil, cilantro and sweet peppers, served with organic eggs, caramelized plantains and corn tortillas.
- Grain-Free & Paleo Options: Cassava (yuca) and banana flour pancakes with local honey, chia puddings in coconut milk, and tropical fruit like papaya, mango, pineapple and passionfruit.
Lunch (Light & Energizing)
- Build-Your-Own Bowls: Quinoa or shredded cabbage bases topped with local fish such as mahi-mahi or tuna poke, avocado, fermented cabbage, mango salsa and house-made ginger-tamari or tahini-turmeric dressings.
- Wraps & Tacos: Soft corn tacos or yuca flatbreads filled with grilled chicken, jackfruit carnitas, chimichurri and pico de gallo.
Dinner (Three-Course Communal Dining)
- Starters: Pumpkin and coconut ginger soup, heart-of-palm ceviche with plantain chips (fried in oil used only for gluten-free food), or organic garden salads.
- Mains: Coconut-crusted snapper over yuca mash, slow-braised beef or vegan mushroom bourguignon over zucchini noodles, and Thai green curry with vegetables.
- Gluten-Free Desserts: Raw cacao avocado mousse, passionfruit cheesecake on a macadamia-coconut crust, and warm flourless chocolate cake.
Activities, Wellness & Longevity
Anamaya sits near the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, the same peninsula as the Nicoya Blue Zone (one of the world's five Blue Zones, known for unusually long-lived residents). The official Blue Zone area is in the northern part of the peninsula, but Anamaya brings the same longevity ideas into its programs.
- Ocean-View Yoga: Daily vinyasa, yin, restorative and breathwork sessions overlooking the Pacific and the Montezuma coastline.
- Contrast Therapy & Wellness: Sauna, cold plunge, pool and bodywork such as deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage and sound healing.
- Surf & Waterfall Trips: Surf lessons at nearby beaches such as Playa Carmen (Santa Teresa), plus hikes to the well-known Montezuma Waterfalls close to the resort.
Accommodations & Pricing
Anamaya runs 7-night retreat packages. Rates include accommodation, three 100% gluten-free meals a day, daily yoga, sauna and plunge access, and selected excursions:
- Shared rooms: From $1,895 USD per person for 7 nights.
- Private rooms: Prices vary by season and room. Check anamaya.com or contact the resort for current rates.
Booking Logistics & How to Get There
- International Arrival: Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San José.
- Domestic Flight (Fastest Route): Take a short commuter flight from SJO to Cóbano airstrip (ACO) on Sansa Airlines or Costa Rica Green Airways. Ask the resort about transfers from Cóbano, a short drive away.
- Before You Arrive: When you book at anamaya.com, tell the team about any other sensitivities (such as dairy, nightshades, histamines or shellfish) so the kitchen can plan for them. The kitchen is already 100% gluten-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anamaya Resort 100% gluten-free or just gluten-friendly?
Anamaya Resort describes itself as a 100% dedicated gluten-free facility. According to the resort, no wheat, barley or rye ingredients are used anywhere in its kitchen, which removes the main source of cross-contact for guests with celiac disease.
Can partners who eat gluten enjoy the food at Anamaya Resort?
Yes. Anamaya's menu is built around fresh seafood, meats, tropical fruit, yuca breads and Latin-Asian sauces rather than processed gluten substitutes, so most guests wouldn't know the food is gluten-free unless told.
Does Anamaya Resort accommodate dairy-free and vegan celiacs?
Yes. Much of the menu is naturally dairy-free (using coconut milk, cashew creams and olive or avocado oils), and meals include a plant-based option alongside fish and poultry.
How we check: each listing shows its kitchen tier and when we last checked it. "Confirmed" means the property answered our 10-point kitchen questionnaire in writing. Kitchens and menus change, so always tell the property about celiac disease before you arrive.