Best California Retreat Centers 2026
Within just a short distance of major cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, you'll find plenty of California retreat centers to host a memorable event. These venues are commonly situated near breathtaking landscapes like the San Bernardino Mountains and the redwoods.
Whether you plan to host a wellness retreat, spiritual retreat, conference, or any other event, these properties make excellent stays.
Top Choice
Pali Retreat
Running Springs, CA
840 Guests
Nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear, our 74-acre mountain retreat is conveniently located only 90 minutes from Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego Counties. Our conference center is perfect for groups of all types,...
Healdsburg, CA
Episcopal
Connect with spirit, mind, and body at The Bishop's Ranch, a retreat and conference center nestled within the rare beauty of the rolling hills and valleys of Sonoma County in California's wine country.
The Bishop's Ranch offers a beautiful and...
Los Altos, CA
Catholic
For over a century, El Retiro--the Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos--has offered a peaceful sanctuary for all seeking rest and spiritual nourishment. Nestled on a tranquil 38-acre hillside campus, our Center provides a sacred space for prayer and reflection,...
San Juan Bautista, CA
Catholic
Schedule time away in one of our cottages to “recharge” and renew your spiritual and emotional life. Spiritual Direction is available.
Back in 1947, our founders realized that people and groups want (and need) the time and space to push...
Silverado, CA
500 Guests
Catholic
Host your next retreat at Santiago! Retreats provide the opportunity for participants to build a strong community of trust while strengthening their own personal relationship with God through discernment and discovery. Situated on 500 acres of wilderness setting, Santiago Retreat...
Cobb, CA
85 Guests
Mandala Springs Wellness Retreat Center offers a serene and all-encompassing sanctuary nestled in the heart of Lake County, where nature, wellness, and community converge. Whether you’re seeking to reconnect with the natural world through our camping, RV, or Yurt sites,...
Pescadero, CA
Nestled among ancient redwoods and just an hour’s drive from San Francisco, San Jose, and Santa Cruz, Venture Retreat Center is an ideal destination for Bay Area groups planning wellness, spiritual, artistic, or personal growth-related retreats. The property also hosts...
Mill Creek, CA
100 Guests
Our beautiful, historic lodge acts as the hub for activities, meetings, and meals. Our dining room and back porch can accommodate seating for a total of 80 people. Use of the commercial kitchen is available, and we can refer recommended...