Surf Costa Rica

We are honored to be sharing our love and respect for the art of surfing in the beautiful & tropical, warm waters of Santa Teresa~Mal Pais.  Join us and learn to love to surf Costa Rica.

We believe that surf is not just a sport but a lifestyle and attitude, one of peace, health and pure joy… having fun in the water and respect for Mother Earth when out of her seas. Surfing is healing and magical and limitless~ for anyone and everyone~ to enjoy and we wish to offer you the skills to join this world wide community and begin a life transforming experience!

At Blue Surf, you will experience all this in a stunning environment with like minded souls! You will leave us changed for the better, relaxed and looking forward to your return!

Billabong Sponsored Surf School

Blue Surf Sanctuary is extremely proud to be the only Billabong sponsored, upscale surf school and surf destination in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Penninsula!

Blue Surf Adventures

Check out our sister company Blue Surf Adventures, which is located on our site, for surf camps and surf packages.
We also sponsor the Santa Teresa Surf Report for information on all the latest surf conditions.

Expert Surfers

For expert surfers we offer a surfer friendly hotel setting with great rooms in a great location. We can offer guided tours of the area best surf spots as well as local surf reports to find the best surf around.

Intermediate Surfers

For Intermediate surfers we offer great guided tours to the best surf spots as well as expert surf instruction to take your skills to the next level.

Novice Surfers

For Novice surfers, surfing in a strange location can be intimidating. Our instructions will take you out to breaks that fit your skill level at specific times that are best suited to learn. They will help you get confortable with the area and make sure you are learning in a safe environment.

First Time Surfers

We are perfect for first time surfers! Our surf instructors will start you off with the very basics of learning about surfing and surfing safety. We will make sure you have a healthy respect for the ocean. You will soon understand why surfing becomes a life style as you enjoy an experience of a lifetime.

Recent Traveler's Reviews

A True Sanctuary

We are perfect for first time surfers! Our surf instructors will start you off with the very basics of learning about surfing and surfing safety. We will make sure you have a healthy respect for the ocean. You will soon understand why surfing becomes a life style as you enjoy an experience of a lifetime.

by Bearpaw , May 2020

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Perfect Surf Getaway

“Had the best time at the Blue Surf Sanctuary. Lovely part of town, with the sea and amazing food options nearby. Couldn’t fault it really….”

by max g , feb 2020

5.0

Excellent
228 reviews

#9 of 29 hotels in Santa Teresa

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Santa Teresa Surf Coaching

Maybe you have surfed a few times on your own or taken a lesson or two. You feel pretty confident out in the line-up, but want to learn more to take your surfing to the next level.  If this sounds like you, it’s easy to say you are ready for Santa Teresa Surf Coaching. Here at Blue Surf Sanctuary, our definition of Surf Coaching is defined as hiring a local, knowledgeable surf coach to patiently help you learn all the skills you need to be more effective and better enjoy your time in the water.  

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BLUE SURF SANCTUARY – SANTA TERESA SURF HOTEL

Blue Surf Sanctuary is a boutique surf hotel located near world famous surf spots at Mal Pais and Santa Teresa Costa Rica. We have 4 wonderfully equipped Bungalows and a beautiful open air kitchen located a very short walk from the beach. Our front desk is open and staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Our surf resort not only offers Costa Rica surf vacation packages, we also offer the ultimate beach retreat with local spa services, massage, and yoga! Let us build your perfect surf trip.

Many of our guests come to Costa Rica for the awesome surf. Santa Teresa / Mal Pais has become a world famous surf location. Not only is the surf great, the beach is consistently voted tops in all of Central and South America. It really is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. You will love the vibe. We can help you build the perfect Costa Rica surf vacation!

Santa Teresa and Mal Pais are located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica on the Nicoya Peninsula. The two small surf towns share a 6km stretch of beach and road. There are many restaurants, surf shops, and groceries. We are located near one of the best surf breaks in the country, Suck Rock.

Do you want an active Costa Rica vacation or retreat? Improve your surfing with our surf instructors, Relax, Yoga, repeat daily! Awesome surf and yoga in paradise is a great way to spend your Costa Rica vacation. Restore your balance in paradise. Experience nature and find yourself in beautiful Costa Rica. Your inner Pura Vida is waiting for you!