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Palmaia-the House of Aia

Palmaïa - the House of Aïa, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
nominated by Travel + Leisure for Best Resort and Best Spa in 2025

Whether you are a seasoned Pilates enthusiast or new to the practice, this retreat is designed to help you strengthen, align, and get back to being the healthiest version of yourself. Join  Leslie Caney Berni to get in shape, reset your focus, play, and relax in a nourishing and supportive community. This is your retreat. Do as much or as little as you like. Choose what activities or workshops you wish to attend daily. No worries, no pressure, and no experience necessary. Everything listed below is included, unless otherwise noted. Let us be your guides so that you can find your center, the place where strength meets tranquility.

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  • Private King and Queen Suites

  • Daily Pilates mat, yoga, workout classes

  • More than 30 holistic activities

  • Rituals of Sound Music Sessions (Sound Healing, Live Music)

  • Exclusive Mayan Rituals

  • Cuisine prepared by Michelin-star chefs, made with local, organic ingredients (gluten-free, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian options always available)

  • A la carte breakfast, lunch, dinner 

  • 24-hour room service

  • Pool and beachside service, cabanas

  • Stand-up paddleboards

  • ​Personal Nomadic Guide

  • Health Cafe and Juice Bar

  • Eolo Beach Club and Premium Bar

  • Fiber-optic WiFi

  • Stocked complimentary mini-bar

  • Top-shelf alcohol 

  • Community group experiences

  • Bike sharing service

  • Health Trail and on-premise cenote

  • Flights and transportation to and from the resort*

  • Snorkeling and excursions to ruins*

  • Spa services* (20% off if booked in advance and 10% off while on premises)

  • Private Pilates, Yoga, Life Coaching and Fitness Consultations*

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Testimonials

"This retreat was life-changing, and it's hard to pick favorites. Pilates classes, the time with a shaman, and sound bath meditations were highlights, for sure." 

"It's hard to choose one thing I liked most! I loved the balance between fitness and healthy eating, mixed with relaxation and fun on the beach. Overall, it felt like a great reset." 

"My time at the Find Your Center Pilates Retreat at Palmaia was nothing short of transformational. The retreat leaders were inspiring - knowledgeable, supportive, and truly dedicated to creating a nurturing space. The resort itself was pure magic - peaceful, restorative, and beautifully aligned with wellness. I left feeling stronger, centered, and so grateful for the experience."

"I thought the host classes balanced the Palmaia offerings nicely. Your classes were thoughtfully placed throughout the experience. I like that you offered a stretchy Pilates class after our long flights, loved the HIIT class, and how the Pilates classes progressed in difficulty. I also loved the cacao ceremony and the shaman class. Also loved my massage. It was all good!" 

"Thank you for all of the time and effort you put into planning this retreat! No detail was overlooked, and it made for a seamless trip for us guests."

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2027 Rates & Registration
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RATES
Note: All rooms face the ocean and generally have an ocean view (except swim-out rooms). Booking Ocean View ensures a room on a higher floor and a better view. Palmaia recommends a King Suite for solo travelers instead of a Queen.
 

King Suite Single Occupancy: $3,326.00 
King or Queen Suite Double Occupancy: $2,830.00
 

​Ocean View King Suite Single Occupancy: $3,562.00
​Ocean View King or Queen Suite Double Occupancy: $3,018.00
 

 Past retreat participants, please email leslie.s.berni@gmail.com before registering.

 

 

HOW TO REGISTER
 

1. Make first payment to Leslie Caney Berni (nonrefundable)
 

     $850 Zelle Leslie Berni 203-253-1794; leslie.s.berni@gmail.com
     $880 via credit card. See form PAY WITH CC
 

2. Fill out the registration form (due with first payment)

3. Email reservations@thehouseofaia.com with your room selection and pay the first two nights' deposit. You do not need to book your room at the time of first payment, but we suggest you do so shortly after to ensure your room selection/availability. (Fully refundable before November 28, 2026--60 days before arrival). 

4. Final payment is due 30 days before arrival.

email with any questions: leslie.s.berni@gmail.com ​​
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