Lupin Lodge - Los Gatos, California

Ale Vale

This place is an oasis in the Santa Cruz mountains, and we have been loving it for many years. We go there to perform comedy to soak to eat great food to make friends and strengthen community. A must go place if you love nature and peaceful life!

John Doe

I went there a few times and enjoyed it. When I went to a healing arts event I had some bad experiences that make me never want to go again. I was touched inappropriately by one of the kitchen staff. And all during the event there were people with their phones out walking around making recordings. I'm sure I was recorded at least twice without any consent before I just put on clothes the rest of the event. Real downer as the owner is a nice person and most of the people were friendly.

Phil Hans

Overall, my experience was fantastic. The location was perfect, nestled in the forest yet conveniently close to the highway. The crowd was professional and verified, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. The amenities, such as the nude hot tub and swimming pool, were excellent.

However, I did have a couple of concerns. Firstly, at the event on the 29th, the crowd was fantastic, but there was a lack of dancing in the birthday suite. While I would have loved to join in, I felt shy, and I believe the management could encourage more participation.

Secondly, the hot tub was very dirty the day after the event, which discouraged many guests from using it. I feel that the management should have taken better care of it, particularly since it was such a highlight of the experience.

Despite these minor issues, I would still highly recommend this location for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Rose Singer

My boyfriend and I spent 3 nights in a Yurt at the Lupin Lodge. We had an absolutely amazing time!!! The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind. There’s a chef who works the weekends, she was exceptionally amazing. She whipped us up personalized meals/ drinks. All the food was fresh and delicious. This was our first time at a clothing optional resort and the vibe was so friendly/ welcoming/ non-judgmental. We would definitely recommend a visit to this wonderful place. And we will back again soon!

Danielle Rowe

My partner and I (both 27 year olds, and queer) had an amazing experience all around. Great food, clean facilities, and kind and thoughtful management. We car camped knowing that we'd want to spend ample time exploring the grounds. We hiked in the morning, swam in the afternoon, and enjoyed expansive views, and kind, genuine, and interesting company. This community isn't for everyone, but if you're looking for an authentic naturist experience, look no further.

Lex Moorman

Lupin is a welcoming and sweet community of hippies young and old. I love that it's clothing optional in a very relaxed and family friendly way. It's a rare thing to be able to sunbathe nude and not worry about who might be around. It's wonderful to feel comfortable in one's own skin and see others just as comfortable. Lupin is lovely place to relax and is a great base camp for adventures in Santa Cruz and the surrounding areas for hiking, climbing and biking. At Lupin itself you can enjoy the pool, hot tub, tennis court, volleyball court and all the activities the staff organize. I've been to Lupin three times and I look forward to going back soon.

Sandra S

I spent a week at Lupin Lodge and really enjoyed my stay. The place is nestled in nature: trees, trails, creeks, deer, birds, flowers - so much life. The pool and hot tub area were extremely clean and surpassed my expectations. I stayed in a yurt and really enjoyed the comforts of the yurt, especially the heated blanket. The bathroom and showers were clean as well. The restaurant was good and they served an amazing veggie burger, but I wished they had a bigger selection of healthy foods (more greens). Beyond all this, I appreciate the mindset of the place, which is one of full acceptance and freedom.

MarcieLeach

My husband and I stayed at Lupin May 5-7. We may have been the first of the “summer” visitors. The place was SO quiet it was hard to believe anyone was there. But they were—just very respectful. The staff was extremely helpful. The linens were new, The cabin was “rustic” and in need of some spring cleaning. We were able to bring and cook our own food. The grounds were beautiful. The pool and hot tub were warm. The location is a short but windy road between Los Gatos (great places to eat and shop) to Santa Cruz beach and boardwalk.||