about us
El Encuentro Surf Lodge is a unique boutique concept offering Double Rooms, Superior Studios, Beach Bungalows and Vacation Villas.
Set along the oceanfront and surrounded by lush greenery, with one of the Caribbean's most consistent surf breaks right in front, surfing is part of everyday life. Designed with intention, our hotel reflects a conscious approach to living, hospitality, and connection to nature. Beyond the waves, guests can explore our permaculture garden, take a boat along the river, go horseback riding, or soak in the Caribbean sun. Amid it all, our team creates an atmosphere rooted in authenticity, care, and belonging, where meaningful moments unfold naturally.
Parallel Surf
Our on-site surf school offers surf, surf skate, movement and recovery designed for surfers of all levels looking for premium services.
Permaculture Garden
Explore our lush permaculture garden and find some hidden activities - from soccer to gymnastics, yoga or Ice Bath. All nestled within the green landscape.
Recovery & Relaxation
There’s nothing better for sore muscles than an Ice Bath, a deep tissue massage, or a cupping session. Our experienced therapists help release tension, support recovery, and get you ready for your next adventure.
Wooden surfskate bowl
Our unique, palm-roofed wooden surfskate bowl offers an exceptional space for practicing surf maneuvers on land or simply enjoying the flow of skating up and down. Designed to mimic the feeling of riding a wave, it’s both a fun and effective way to build technique, balance, and confidence.
Weekly Movement Classes
We offer weekly Surf Fitness and Yoga classes set in our beautiful permaculture garden gym. After your session, cool down and reset in the Parallel Surf Ice Bath, supporting recovery and overall well-being.
Restaurant
Enjoy the unique flavor of handcrafted dishes using the produce from our very own permaculture garden. Open every day from 7am - 10pm.
Childcare Center
The School House next door is more than a kids club, it’s a unique child centered early childhood program, play-based and bi-lingual!
Transportation
Airport shuttles, taxi services, and car rentals are available. Our team is happy to assist with all logistics to ensure a smooth arrival and stay.
And more...
Complimentary coffee, tea, and a drinking water station, a Springfree trampoline, a play corner, on-site secured parking, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Our boutique hotel offers comfort without twaddle, authentic service with big smiles and provides a get away from the hectic of everyday's life
We want our guests to reconnect with nature and the simplicity of being. For some it might be catching a wave, for others a hike through untouched nature or a sunset yoga routin. It's all about focusing on one's well-being and the well-being of their beloved ones, healthy food, lots of fresh air and salty water. We want our guests to make wonderful memories which last.
Our boutique hotel focuses also on minimizing the impact on the world we live in. In 2022 we eliminated every form of single-use plastic. In 2023 we opened a permaculture garden and are producing 75% of the vegetables and fruits consumed at our restaurant from this permaculture garden across the street. In 2024 we have started a community recycling concept and expanded our solar panel capacity. In 2025 we will start a rain collection system to water our permaculture garden and create a rain water river for kids to play.
If we have to describe our philosophy in one sentence it would be: We want to maximize the positive impact on our guests while minimizing the negative impact on our environment.