Silent Retreats for Beginners
Beginners welcome
Every retreat here says in its own listing that beginners or all levels are welcome, so you can book one without years of practice behind you. Destinations include Spain, the United Kingdom, Costa Rica and Finland.
5 Day Silent Mindfulness Meditation & Yoga Retreat in Japan
Japan
5 Day Silent Mindfulness Meditation & Yoga Retreat in Fuerteventura, Spain
Spain
5 Day Silent Mindfulness Meditation & Yoga Retreat in Moorea
French Polynesia
5 Day Silent Mindfulness Meditation & Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica
Costa Rica
5 Day Meditation & Silent Walking Retreat, Valencia, Spain
Spain
5 Day Vipassana Silent Meditation Retreat in Nature, Spain
Spain
6 Day New Year's Silent Meditation Retreat in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Thailand
4 Day Quiet Nature & Nervous System Reset Silent Retreat, Finland
Finland
6 Day Silent Healing With Horses Retreat in Cumbria, UK
United Kingdom
8 Day Silent Healing With Horses Retreat in Cumbria
United Kingdom
4 Day Silence & Meditation Infinite Consciousness & Yoga in Spain
Spain
At a glance
- Length
- 4–6 days
- Starting prices, per person
- $494 to $1,464 (9 of 11)
- Median starting price
- $807
- Where
- Spain, United Kingdom, Costa Rica, Finland and beyond
Prices are converted from each host's currency at the European Central Bank reference rate of November 4, 2026.
How to choose a retreat as a beginner
A first retreat goes best when the programme suits your level. Every listing on this page says it welcomes beginners or all levels, but the pace still differs: some keep to a few gentle sessions a day, others fill the day from early morning. Read the daily schedule and pick one that leaves time to rest.
A shorter stay is an easy start: a weekend or a week shows you which style, teacher and setting suit you before you commit to something longer. If you have an injury or a health condition, or are pregnant, tell the retreat leader in your booking request. They confirm availability and the final price before anything is charged.
Before you book
- Read the daily schedule: how many sessions, how long each one is, and how much free time.
- Check whether the group is taught together or split by level.
- Ask what to bring, and whether mats and other equipment are provided.
- Tell the retreat leader about any injury or health condition before you book.
Frequently asked questions
What does a retreat for beginners cost?
Starting prices per person run from $494 to $1,464 for 9 of the 11 retreats on this page, and half of them start at $807 or less. Each listing shows what its price covers.
Do I need experience?
No. Every retreat on this page says in its listing that it welcomes beginners or all levels. If you have an injury or a health condition, tell the retreat leader in your booking request so they can advise you before you travel.
Where are they?
They are in Spain, the United Kingdom, Costa Rica, Finland and beyond.
How do I book?
Book direct with the retreat leader: send a free booking request from the retreat's page. The leader confirms availability and the final price before anything is charged, and RetreatBird adds no booking fee.