6 Black Owned Retreats Around The World

In a world that often demands our labor but rarely gives us space to rest, Black-owned retreats are creating sanctuaries where rest is not a luxury—it's a form of resistance, healing, and power. From the sun-drenched shores of the Caribbean to the serene mountains of West Virginia, these six Black-owned retreats are redefining what it means to retreat: to return to self, to connect with community, and to honor joy unapologetically.

Whether you're seeking solitude, adventure, wellness, or a sisterhood of intention, these global hideaways offer something sacred for every soul.

Tucked away on the tranquil island of Antiparos, The Rooster Retreat is where slow living meets soulful luxury. Founded by a visionary Black woman who believes deeply in the healing power of nature and intentional design, this serene escape is all about recalibrating your nervous system. With organic farm-to-table meals, spa rituals, guided meditations, and sweeping views of the Aegean Sea, The Rooster is a gentle call back to self.

Perfect for: those craving quiet elegance, restorative rituals, and a slower pace of life in the Greek isles. Find them here

Imagine waking up to the sound of waves, walking barefoot along warm sand, and spending your days immersed in healing circles, ocean dips, and soul-nourishing workshops. That’s the essence of A Retreat to Remember, a Black-owned retreat series hosted in lush Caribbean locales. It’s a sanctuary built on celebration—of Black womanhood, joy, wellness, and collective elevation. Each experience is intimate, purposeful, and designed to shift you closer to your highest self.

Perfect for: Black women seeking community, healing, laughter, and unforgettable island vibes. Find them here

Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, The Guest House at Lost River is a cozy yet elevated retreat offering deep rest and reconnection. This Black-owned sanctuary welcomes guests into a space of rustic charm, mountain air, and intentional comfort. Whether you’re soaking in a hot tub under the stars, hiking through forest trails, or journaling by the fire, this is a place to be still—and be held.

Perfect for: solo travelers or couples wanting peace, privacy, and a nature-based reset close to home.

Escape to paradise. Coco Beach Lodge, a luxurious Black-owned escape in Seychelles, offers the kind of barefoot luxury that feels like a dream. Located on one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, this lodge offers direct access to turquoise waters, tropical gardens, and unforgettable island experiences. Whether you're sipping fresh juice at sunrise or island-hopping at sunset, Coco Beach Lodge is where fantasy becomes a very real kind of freedom.

Perfect for: lovers of tropical beauty, barefoot luxury, and Afro-Caribbean hospitality on a global stage.

For those on a deeper spiritual journey, The Traveling Healer in Bali offers a profound space for transformation. Run by a gifted Black healer and wellness practitioner, this retreat combines energy work, ancestral connection, yoga, and immersive healing practices in one of the world's most spiritually rich places. Guests leave lighter, more aligned, and empowered to carry the journey forward.

Perfect for: spiritual seekers ready to release, realign, and return to their divine self.
 

Texas meets tribe. Pretty Tribe Travels curates soul-filled wellness retreats and luxury girl’s trips with Black women in mind. Whether they’re hosting retreats in the heart of Austin or branching out to new destinations, this collective is all about joy, sisterhood, and showing up as your most radiant self. Think rooftop yoga, brunch vibes, laughter-fueled workshops, and curated moments to just be—unapologetically.

Perfect for: women seeking connection, celebration, and a little Black girl luxury. www.prettytribetravels.com
 

✨ Why These Retreats Matter
These six retreats do more than offer getaways—they offer returnings: to joy, to rest, to community, to self. In a world that often overlooks the healing needs of Black travelers, these spaces center us in the narrative of wellness and wholeness.

Each retreat, while different in location and vibe, shares a heartbeat: intention.

 
🧳 Ready to Retreat?
Whether your soul is whispering “Greece” or your body craves the beaches of Seychelles, these Black-owned retreats offer more than escape—they offer expansion. Choose your sanctuary. Your healing is waiting. Contact us to get started.