This homestay is synonymous with peace and tranquillity. With a unique cross cultural context combining traditions from different cultures, it provides an environment that is both relaxing and pleasant. Las Mariposas is the place for your wellness and yoga retreat. Stays of minimum 3 nights includes daily yoga sessions and a 30-minute ayurvedic massage (one massage per room) in the peaceful garden. Guests can also sign up for additional activities such as vegan/vegetarian cooking workshops and mindful activities. The rooms are decorated with unique themes combining cultural touches consisting of beautiful furniture and modern amenities all aimed at the unique goal of providing comfort and satisfaction for the guests. The property has three rooms each decorated with a unique theme and name. Guests can either choose the “Chinese Empress room with its unique decor of a Chinese wedding cupboard and a Tibetan drawers to store their personal effects during their stay. This room opens up on a terrace which has seating facilities allowing guests to sit out with a view over the pool while having their morning coffee or drink in the evenings. It includes a modern, private bathroom. Guests can also choose the simple elegance of the “Madras prince” room which provides a very relaxed environment also with its private bathroom. This room provides a refreshing green view of the garden. Guests can also choose to stay in the “Rajasthan Maharaja suite which has an ensuite bathroom and a beautiful spiral staircase leading directly to the rooftop where they can enjoy the stunning sunset views over a drink in the evenings. The Maharaja suite also has a lounge area giving access to the pool area and the lounge chairs which is yet another area for guests to relax in. The pool is covered by two wide sun umbrellas which allows guests to be protected from sunlight while they swim in the cool waters in the summer. The garden also has a comfortable hammock where guests can relax.

Coming from a cultural heritage that regards guests and hospitality as a duty, Kalpana enjoys welcoming her guests and makes every effort to ensure their stay is comfortable and pleasant. A qualified yoga instructor, ayurvedic massage therapist and mindfulness practitioner, she aims to put her knowledge to the benefit of her guests. Passionate about sharing the value of a healthy lifestyle, she strives to provide her guests with simple tools to integrate these practices to help them find simple strategies to be healthier. A passionate foodie, trained in various cuisines, Kalpana enjoys sharing her knowledge about vegan and vegetarian cooking with her guests in the form of workshops. Kalpana also enjoys planning other physical activities such as simple exercises such as walking and hiking.

The homestay property is located in the heart of La Marina urbanisation, with access to a number of bars and restaurants offering a variety of cuisines both local and international, all within walking distance. The beautiful beach called “La Marina Playa” can be reached by car in less than ten minutes and by bicycle in around 15 minutes. The beach offers two options for food and drinks during the season. Guests can also visit the nearby town of Elche famous for its palm gardens where several varieties of palms have been planted. Alicante with its interesting historical centre of the Santa Barbara castle, the iconic promenade along the waterfront lined with a choice of tapas bars and restaurants as well the exciting shopping areas, has a lot to offer its visitors. A fifty minute drive takes guests to the town of Murcia steeped in history with its impressive monuments such as the cathedral and the Casino Real Museum with food that awakens the taste buds.