Playa El Tunco is a surf town first. The point breaks and beach breaks along the La Libertad coast are consistent enough that beginners can learn on them and more experienced surfers can keep improving. Balancé's coaches are local pro surfers with over a decade in the water each, and they will take you to the quieter spots rather than leaving you in the crowd at Sunzal or La Bocana.

The property itself is waterfront, with the surf directly in front and the town's cafés and restaurants a short walk away. It is deliberately set back from the loud end of El Tunco, so the nights stay quiet. Rooms are spacious and come with premium bedding, linens and towels.

The café serves homemade food from 8am to 3pm daily and is open to the public as well as guests. The studio, reopened in October after a year-long remodel, is where yoga classes, breathwork and therapeutic sessions happen.

Retreat weeks run on selected dates through the year, when the property closes to the public. The 2026 calendar includes two surf camps with Matt Scorringe — 24–29 October and 31 October–5 November — and a yoga retreat with Alina Hokanson, Rhythms of Nature, from 7 to 14 November. Outside those weeks, rooms can be booked individually and you plan your own days.

If you want to bring your own group, the team also takes enquiries from people interested in hosting a retreat using the facilities.

What's included

- Accommodation in Tree Suites, Element Suites or the Hidden Villa - Premium bedding, linens and towels - Surf coaching with local pro surfers - Yoga classes in the studio - Breathwork and therapeutic sessions - Meals at the on-site café

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Airport transfers - Surfboard rental - Personal expenses - Meals outside café opening hours