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As a must-see destination in El Salvador, our boutique hotel and surf academy offers a unique blend of comfort, style, and surf expertise. Whether you are looking to catch waves, chill by the pool or explore nature, our resort provides everything you need for an unforgettable experience.
Puro Surf is nestled right in front of El Zonte Point, offering world-class waves and breathtaking ocean views year-round. Visiting our hotel is an invitation to enjoy the magic of El Salvador, a small country brimming with waves, volcanoes, and stunning views. Our resort features 14 accommodations, ensuring a comfortable and personalized stay.
Founded by Marcelo Castellanos, our surf academy is the first professional surf academy in El Salvador. Embracing a comprehensive approach and methodology, it was designed to host a transformative coaching experience: the surf camp program, being the culmination of Marcelo’s vision. This renowned program offers a week-long immersive training journey, developed for individuals eager to unlock their full surfing potential.
Covana Kitchen, our on-site restaurant, serves international cuisine with a local twist, offering fresh dishes for all tastes. It’s the perfect complement to your stay, ensuring a culinary journey that mirrors the richness of the surrounding culture.
Whether you are looking to catch waves, chill by the pool, or explore nature, our resort provides everything you need for an unforgettable experience. At Puro Surf, our goal is to take care of you, whether you are looking to discover surfing as a sport, create new memories as a family, work remotely from a tropical oasis, or seek a romantic escapade as a couple.
At Puro Surf, everything is meticulously crafted to ensure your experience is as complete as possible. The resort comprises three main areas: the hotel, the academy, and our restaurant, Covana Kitchen, each contributing to your perfect stay
See what our customers have to say about the experience
amazing hotel! - the staff is insanely nice and absolutely amazing super attentive as well. food is very fairly priced and the rooms are so nice and the amenities are so cool. the... read more gym and the academy are very equipped and you will have a great time staying here!
Amazing experience - Amazing hotel!!! Such a view!! So great service from a very friendly and helpful personnel!! Really enjoyed the surf lessons!!! Erickson, my coach spent a lot of time explaining me... read more and helping me stand on the board!!!AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!
Fantastic Hotel in El Zonte - PuroSurf is a fantastic destination, located overlooking the main right point break of El Zonte. Amazing facilities, experienced staff at the Academy. Staff at the hotel were super, friendly &... read more happy. We did have some minor issues, but they were promptly resolved.
Overall a fabulous experience.
Just some feedback, the music played over the outdoor spaces, needs to be assessed. Personally some kind of chill lounge, or dreamy Ibiza style tracks would go a long way.
Best of all there offer payment in Bitcoin over Lightning ⚡️
From Australia surf life to Puro Surf El Salvador - Excellent view from my room, the rooms are spacious and comfortable, the staff is courteous and friendly. The infinity swimming pool frames the view to the ocean. The restaurant is... read more the focus of the whole resort with its impressive roof, I was impressed with the quality of the menu. I keep coming back to Puro Surf every time I’m in El Salvador
Puro surf outstanding experience - Excellent hospitality at puro surf. The rooms were gorgeous and the hotel staff were friendly. Whether you are here to relax or to ride waves and enjoy workouts/activities puro surf... read more is the place to stay in el zonte. The included breakfast is great and the restaurant is outstanding.
Surf trip in El Salvador - Puro Surf was a very memorable and fun experience for me and my entire group. The food was fantastic and the service of the resort staff was excellent. We enjoyed... read more our waiter William and all his assistance. The entire staff was welcoming and friendly. It was a great surf experience exploring different surf breaks in El Salvador. Our guides Johnathon and Pimba were a highlight of the trip. I felt like I made new friends. I highly recommend a trip to Puro Surf for the family or for a group of surfers.
Wonderful experience - 4 night stay / 3 day surf camp - Puro Surf provided an incredible surf improvement experience. While I had high expectations going in, the experience exceeded expectations based on the quality and depth of coaching you receive, the... read more benefits of the "on-land" learning and supporting activities (guided yoga, breathing exercises, stretching, skateboarding, ice baths, etc.), and the friendships and bonds you make with the folks in your "class".
As for the items I already had high expectations for - each were met - nice hotel rooms (all with ocean views), consistently high-quality food, friendly and helpful staff, and pumping waves outside the hotel (know this always variable, but was blessed during my trip to be able to watch some advanced surfers shred some large waves). For my "novice" class we surfed a different beach that was better suited to our skill level.
Left the hotel for two dinners within a couple minutes walking distance and would highly recommend both: Nan Tal - two doors down from Puro Surf, excellent seafood and pasta dishes at very reasonable prices and directly on oceanfront, and Pupuseria Jeisi - an opportunity to experience El Salvadorian cuisine with delicious pupusas at great prices.
Wouldn't be surprised if this place cost 3X as much in five years - get booked before it does! They're dialed in on providing a top notch experience for guests and demand will continue to soar.
Perfect stay - Best surf hotel in El Salvador, look no further, everything was great from the rooms, the service from staff, hotel quality and amenities (pool, skatepark, gym, massage, yoga room) food... read more including breakfast options, location. We would go back here no hesitation and recommend to everyone.
Would definitely recommend! - The suites are so lovely, really well thought out. The food at the hotel is the second best we ate while in the area! Amazing service. Many folks who stayed... read more weren’t surfers, but if I was to stay and want to learn this would be where I went! They take it very seriously. Also arranged private yoga and couples massages for us. So nice.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Got bad food poisoning here- almost a week now of diarrhea that is sometimes bloody. The pain and diarrhea started a few hours after having the steak dish here with the chorizo. Scrolled through these reviews and apparently someone else 2 years ago had the same experience. Be careful eating here!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.A real shame the service here is so lack lustre... the location and food otherwise is enjoyable. I was at one of three tables sat in the entire restaurant for 10 minutes until I had to call over one of eight servers to take my order. The atmosphere is hostile, cold and feels as though you are interrupting the staffs time to socialise with each other.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Variedad de platillos en el menú. Muy buena selección y excelente preparación. Precios razonables y muy amable su personal de servicio.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Wow!! They have amazing food, the house ceviche (ask for their picante) wonderful!!, tacos, sandwiches and everything else is so good. The breakfast avocado toast is great too. Just try everything.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Lugar recomendadoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Excelente como siempre!!!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Excelente lugar y comida. Linda vista y ambienteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Awesome experienceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Es un lugar paradisíaco!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.love the restaurant good food, drinks and coffeGoogle rating score: 4.4 of 5, based on 283 reviews
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Puro Surf Hotel + Academy is located in El Zonte a quiet town of La Libertad department in El Salvador and offers convenient and direct access to the beach. You can enjoy the beautiful Pacific Ocean waves just steps away from your room. We are located about 1h (50km) from the only international airport of the country: the San Salvador airport. Our resort offers airport pick-up services for your convenience.
El Salvador enjoys a tropical climate year-round. Expect warm temperatures. There are two main seasons: the dry season (Nov-April) and the rainy season (May-Oct). During the dry season, El Salvador enjoys pleasant weather with lower rainfall and more sunshine. Coastal regions are particularly nice during this time. The hottest period is from March to May, with temperatures reaching as high as 35/36 °C (95/99 °F). On the other hand, the rainy season brings increased rainfall and cloud cover throughout the country. Night storms are common. Despite the rain, temperatures remain relatively high, with nighttime lows only dropping a few degrees.
Summer Season (End-October to April): El Salvador experiences smaller swells, with average wave sizes of 2-3 ft (measured from the back). Despite the smaller size, the ocean here is powerful, making it a fun and exciting time for surfing.
Winter Season (May to End-October): This time of year features big and stronger swells, with average wave sizes of 4-6 ft. While advanced surfers seek the higher-performance waves, there are also smaller swells between the bigger ones. This means that, despite the more powerful waves, El Salvador remains surfable year-round.
For a comfortable and enjoyable trip, consider packing essentials such as swimwear, sunscreen, shoes, a hat, and lightweight clothing. Don’t forget your surf gear if you have it. Additionally, it’s advisable to bring insect repellent.
At Puro Surf El Salvador, we offer a range of activities to complement your surfing experience. Enjoy yoga sessions, explore nearby attractions, relax by the pool, or indulge in delicious local cuisine at our onsite restaurant. Our team can also arrange excursions to enhance your stay.
At Puro Surf, your comfort and security are our top priorities. Our location is known for its safety, and we have stringent measures in place to ensure the well-being of all our guests. The hotel has a camera surveillance system, and we have 24/7 security personnel on duty. If you have any questions or concerns before your arrival or during your stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to make your experience as enjoyable and worry-free as possible.