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Dreamy Boho Surf Escapes

Writer: Sara Strachan
Sara Strachan
Oct 19
6 min read

Top 10 Boho Surf Accommodations Around the World


For those seeking the perfect mix of bohemian charm and top surf destinations, we’ve curated a list of ten exceptional accommodations that embody the free-spirited surf lifestyle. Not only do these places offer amazing surfing but you can enjoy an abode that’s aesthetically beautiful and in keeping with the environment. Each destination offers stunning décor, proximity to the beach, and access to local surf spots. Dive in to discover your next surf retreat!


1. Casa Santa Lucia

Location: El Tunco, El Salvador,


From Price: £135/night



Distance from the Beach: 8 minutes walk


Cool whitewashed walls, tropical plants and natural materials make this place ooze Zen vibes. The place has its own private pool, outdoor shower, tropical bathrooms and open air living space. Walking distance from two world class waves, this place is the perfect oasis to chill in after a days surfing.


Local Surf: La Bocana & El Sunzal

El Salvador is typically known for its abundance of right points, La Bocana is the area's only genuine lefthander. Located on the south end of of El Tunco's village, like its neighbour Sunzal, Bocana is a swell magnet and will almost always have something to ride. The only difference is that Bocana is far more punchier and difficult to manoeuvre than Sunzal.

Sunzal is known as Salvador's hotspot for both longboarders and, when it's small, beginners.


2. Villa Barona

Location: Montañita, Ecuador


From Price: Information not specified


Website: Villa Barona


Distance from the Beach: Beachfront property


Villa Barona boasts a cozy beachfront ambiance, perfect for lazy mornings and chilling after a long day in the ocean. The property features private beach access, an outdoor kitchen by the pool and an open-air yoga shala with hammocks. This is the place to go for a family holiday, a birthday celebration or a once-in-a-lifetime gathering. The property features four beautifully appointed rooms, along with two private apartments, each with its own fully equipped kitchen - offering both shared connection and personal space. In total, Villa Barona comfortably accommodates up to 18 guests.


Local Surf Conditions: The villa is situated near a consistent beach break suitable for small to medium swells, extending for several kilometres. Additionally, there’s a point break within walking distance that works best with medium to large swells.


3. Dreamsea Surf Camp Uluwatu


Location: Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia

From Price: Approx £27/night for a room in a dorm or £87/night for a twin/double room.



Distance from the Beach: Beachfront property


Dreamsea Uluwatu offers a unique beachfront accommodation experience, allowing guests to enjoy the sea breeze and the sound of waves from their rooms. Rooms are airy, rife with rattan and awash with boho vibes.


Uluwatu is renowned for its world-class surf breaks, offering consistent waves suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers.


4. Xanadu Surf & Yoga Village


Location: Lombok, Indonesia


From Price: Approximately £110 per night.


Website: Xanadu Lombok


Xandu Surf & Yoga Village is a 1.5k walk to Kuta Beach (about 20 minutes).


Xanadu Lombok offers minimalist design, low key island vibes. There’s a roof top shala, semi alfresco dining a pool and lounge area. A unique accommodation experience for longboarders in Lombok.


Lombok boasts a variety of surf breaks suitable for all levels, from beginner-friendly waves to more challenging reef breaks.



  1. Noah Surf House


Location: Santa Cruz, Portugal


From Price: Information not specified



Distance from the Beach: Beachfront property


Noah Surf House consists of 8 rooms and 13 bungalows, each uniquely decorated to provide a comfortable and welcoming stay. The design draws from the ocean connection and from nature.


Santa Cruz offers consistent surf conditions suitable for various skill levels, with multiple surf spots accessible along the coastline.



  1. SeaSpace Cornwall


Location: Cornwall, United Kingdom


From Price: £100 per night in low season and £418/night in certain dates in August.



Distance from the Beach: It's located a 2 minute drive to Porth beach or a 20 minute hilly walk. Or to get to the famous surf at Watergate Bay it's a a 7 minute drive to or a 30 minute walk.


SeaSpace Cornwall offers a unique modern and bright accommodation experience on the outskirts of Newquay, Cornwall, UK. They offer fully-kitted studios & apartments. Pool & hot tub with killer views. Padel. Playgrounds. Workouts. Wellness. Food. Drink. Socials. Newquay nearby. Beach on tap.


Local Surf Conditions: Cornwall is renowned for its diverse surf spots, offering waves suitable for all levels, from gentle beach breaks to more challenging reef breaks. Watergate and Fistral beach are both within easy reach of this beautiful stay. Both offering world-class waves and then there's more sheltered beached offering smaller waves on the bigger days.


  1. Harana Surf Resort


Location: Siargao, Philippines

From Price: £16/night in the bunk rooms or from £85/night in the villas



Sat by the ocean this property is perfectly located on the beachfront.


Harana Surf Resort offers stunning tropical villas and dorm rooms nestled amongst palm trees.


Siargao is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines, offering a range of conditions for all levels but relies on groundswell from tropical storms. Tuason break is just round the corner from the property and the famous Cloud 9 i s a little further at a 12 minute walk away.



  1. Ceylon Sliders



Weligama, Sri Lanka

From Price: $80/per night



Beachfront property


Ceylon Sliders offers accommodation designed with modern living and laid-back luxury in mind. From spacious suites with sea views to more modest rooms, the relaxed interiors, colonial furniture, white washed walls and collection of photography prints and artwork drifts throughout. There’s also a surf shop, a café that runs with the sun, and boards waxed before you ask.


Weligama is renowned for its consistent surf breaks, suitable for both beginners and seasoned surfers.


The best time to surf in Weligama is from November to April, with December to February being the peak months. During this period, you can expect:

Consistent offshore winds and clean swells from the Indian Ocean, making it ideal for beginners, intermediates and longboarders.


Wave heights typically range from 2 to 5 feet, and

low crowds during the shoulder months, allowing for a more relaxed experience.



  1. Casa Selva Sayulita

Location: Sayulita, Mexico


From Approx £120/night in low season.



Approximately 150 meters or a 2 minute walk from the beach.


Casa Selva is nestled within the jungle of Riviera Nayarit, offering 14 cozy cabins built with contemporary parota wood design. Each cabin provides at least 500 square feet of private space, allowing guests to connect with nature while enjoying modern comforts.


Sayulita is a magical town known for its vibrant surf culture, offering waves suitable for all levels, from gentle beach breaks to more challenging reef breaks. There's a fun lefthander found breaking just off the beach on the north end of town, offering up clean, sectiony lines that are fun for longboarders and occasionally worthwhile for shortboarders (when a N-W or W swell shows up). The righthander in the middle of town is the main attraction, a mix of sand and rock delivering a shifty longboard wave most days that occasionally gets high performance on a solid swell.


  1. Dreamsea Surf Camp Morocco – Imsouane



Location: Imsouane, Morocco

From Price: Information not specified



Dreamsea Surf Camp in Imsouane offers a unique beachfront accommodation experience, allowing guests to enjoy the sea breeze and the sound of waves from their rooms.


Imsouane is renowned for its world-class surf breaks, offering consistent and probably the longest wave in Morocco. The Bay offers a consistent, long, mellow, righthand point, The Bay is the prototypical beginner/surf school spot in Morocco. That being said, it is also a blast on a log or fish, even for experienced surfers. There are also left and right reefs, beachbreaks, and points around the corner, on the Cathedral side.



If you appreciate surf culture mixed with boho décor, natural materials and barefoot luxury then you should find your list of travel destinations and stays has just expanded by 10. Let us know your favourites or if you have first hand experience of any of these dreamy and extremely 'instagramable' accommodations.

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