Writer’s Retreats for Women Who Need a Plot Twist and a Plane Ticket
Pack your pens, your plot ideas, and your feelings—these retreats are therapy with a view!
Ever wanted to dramatically pack a suitcase, book a one-way ticket, and finally write that novel you’ve been side-eyeing since 2019? Whether your story arc involves a quarter-life crisis, post-breakup clarity, or a craving to put pen to paper in a Mediterranean villa, this is your year.
There’s something magical about removing yourself from the group chats, the dishes, and the daily doom-scroll to actually focus on writing. Add in some curated inspiration, dreamy locations, and a circle of like-minded women, and you’ve got more than just a retreat—you’ve got a creative rebirth. Whether you're trying to heal through writing or hammer out chapter ten, these women-focused writing retreats are as nourishing for your soul as they are for your draft folder. Here’s your passport to the most inspiring writing retreats for women!
Pink Pangea Retreats
Locations: Various dreamy global destinations
Pink Pangea is the Lizzo of writing retreats: empowering, bold, and unapologetically for women. These retreats blend cultural exploration with soul-nourishing writing sessions, all set against postcard-worthy backdrops (think: Greece, Costa Rica, and Tuscany). Whether you’re plotting your memoir or just need to feel seen by other women writers, Pink Pangea has a vibe for every version of you.
Why it's unique:
It’s women-only, travel-heavy, and soul-deep. You’ll leave with a sun-kissed glow and a stronger connection to both your voice and your passport.
A Writer Within
Location: Lucca, Italy
If Under the Tuscan Sun were a writing retreat, it would be this. Set in a historic villa surrounded by olive groves and prosecco-worthy views, A Writer Within offers guided writing workshops, coaching, and structured quiet time to dig into your manuscript.
Why it’s unique:
They keep it small—just eight women per retreat—which means you’ll actually be heard, seen, and possibly rebranded as a writer who writes. Also: pasta, wine, and deep character development.
The Writing Room Retreats
Location: Various European hotspots
Equal parts coaching and catharsis, The Writing Room Retreats are for women who want to balance storytelling with slow mornings, inspiring views, and a break from being “chronically online.” With locations across Europe, each retreat offers different focuses—some are about finding your writing voice, others are about getting published.
Why it’s unique:
No two retreats are alike. It’s basically the Airbnb of writing experiences—but with more editing support and fewer awkward host check-ins.
Casa Ana Writing Retreats
Location: La Alpujarra, Spain
Hidden in the Sierra Nevada mountains (no, not those), Casa Ana is a peaceful mountain haven with structured writing workshops, breathtaking views, and an actual emphasis on creative rest. Past participants swear it’s where plot holes go to die and inspiration comes alive.
Why it’s unique:
It combines literary focus with mindful living. Imagine journaling by candlelight after a mountain walk and a hearty Spanish meal. This is the quiet luxury version of your writing dreams.