House of Somos
Adults-only surf house with bunks and private rooms
House of Somos is a social surf hotel in north Santa Teresa, across the road from the waves near La Lora, mixing private rooms with bunk rooms sold by the bed. It's best for adult surfers and solo travelers who want a lively base with a restaurant, café, board rentals and a training space on site.
At a glance
- Location
- Santa Teresa north, Santa Teresa, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
- Type
- Hotel, Hostel, Restaurant, Surf
- Best for
- Adult surfers, solo travelers and friends who like a social scene
- Setting
- North Santa Teresa, diagonal to La Lora Amarilla, waves across the street
- Rooms
- Private king rooms and bungalows, a 5-person family-style room, and bunk rooms sold per bed
- Food
- The Somos restaurant and Café El Somos coffee bar
- Facilities
- Surf shop, board rentals, the Sweat Den training space with sauna and cold plunge, pool
- Age policy
- Guests must be 18 or older
- Official website
- houseofsomos.com
What it's like
House of Somos calls itself a surf house, and that's a fair description: part boutique hotel, part upscale hostel, part hangout. It sits on the main road in north Santa Teresa, diagonal to the La Lora Amarilla club, with the waves of Playa Santa Teresa just across the street. There's a second Somos in Playa Avellanas, further north in Guanacaste.
The place has a creative streak. Board shapers and artists stay and work here in residence programs, so you'll see boards being made and art on the walls, and the surf shop sits right at the entrance. Evenings are social, with themed nights through the week.
Rooms
The rooms run from small to roomy, and from private to shared:
- Private rooms for 2: Cozy King, House King (with a twin loft bed), OG Bungalow (with a shared terrace lounge), Premium King with a private terrace, and the larger Somos King.
- The Crew: a room for up to 5, with a king, bunks and a pull-out bed.
- Premium Bunk Quad and Bunk Six: shared bunk rooms sold per bed, with en-suite bathrooms.
The bunk rooms make it one of the more affordable ways to stay in a good spot on the beach strip, while the private rooms work for couples. There's also a pool.
Food, coffee and things to do
The Somos is the in-house restaurant and the center of the nightlife: a Mexican cantina night on Tuesdays, live music with dinner on Thursdays, and DJs on Saturdays. Café El Somos is the coffee bar, roasting its own beans and serving baked goods.
For surfing, you can rent boards made by the resident shapers and swap them as often as you like, or book private and group lessons for beginners and intermediates. The Sweat Den runs surf training, functional training, yoga and Pilates through the day, with a sauna and cold plunge for recovery. The team also books the usual local trips, from fishing and Tortuga Island boat days to ATV rides to the Montezuma waterfall.
Who it suits (and who it doesn't)
It's ideal for solo travelers, groups of friends and couples who want to meet people, surf every day and stay where things are happening. Long-stay discounts make it worth a look for a week or more.
It isn't for families: guests must be 18 or older. If you want early nights, think twice too. Quiet hours start at midnight, and the weekend parties at the restaurant and the club across the road mean it's not the calmest corner of town. Pets aren't allowed.
Getting there
House of Somos is on the main road in north Santa Teresa, diagonal to La Lora Amarilla. From the Playa Carmen junction, drive north along the main road through town. Hotel Fermata is about 50 m to the south. For flights, shuttles and the ferry, see our travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is House of Somos a hostel?
It's a mix. There are private rooms for couples and shared bunk rooms where you book a single bed.
Can children stay?
No. The hotel policies say guests must be 18 or older.
Can I rent surfboards there?
Yes. Boards are made by the resident shapers, and you can swap them during your stay. Lessons are available too.
Is it noisy?
It's a social place with music nights, and quiet hours only start at midnight. Light sleepers should ask for a room away from the restaurant.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets aren't permitted. Check current availability on the official House of Somos website.
