Behind the Lids

Behind the Lids scores a 7.8—tied with five competitors in the same tier—but the comparison reveals something worth noting: those rivals come with actual location data, transparent pricing ($35–$164/night), and defined program lengths. Behind the Lids lists $0–$0/night and "Other" as its location. The data gap is real. That said, the 5/5 rating across 99 Google reviews isn't noise, and the amenities score of 10.0 suggests someone's built something functional here.

What works: the food program (9.4/10) is legitimately strong with four dietary tracks including Ayurvedic protocols—that's where the real differentiation lives in this space. Fitness and recovery programs both clock above 8, and the spa/relaxation offerings are solid at 8.3. If you're looking for a retreat that actually feeds you well and doesn't pretend movement and rest are optional, this checks boxes. The 99 verified reviews matter. People came back.

The friction points are harder to ignore. Education scores only 7.0, which means the workshop/training side feels either minimal or poorly documented. Medical/clinical support sits at 5.2—if you're dealing with anything beyond general wellness, you'll want to clarify what's actually available. Personalization and add-ons both score low (7.0 and 5.5), suggesting limited flexibility once you've booked. And the missing location and pricing transparency makes comparison shopping nearly impossible. For a 7.8-tier retreat, that's a missed opportunity.

Book if you want a no-nonsense retreat with good food and decent facilities, and you're okay with calling to get the actual details. Skip if you need medical oversight, custom programming, or transparent pricing up front.