Puro Surf

Puro Surf Hotel and Academy is a boutique hotel and surf academy located in El Zonte, El Salvador. In addition to the hotel and academy, Puro Surf also has a restaurant, Covana Kitchen, that offers international food with a local twist. The hotel is located right in front of El Zonte point which offers world-class waves and stunning ocean views all year long.

The Puro Surf Academy is the first professional surf academy in El Salvador with a holistic approach and methodology that aims to guide both beginner and elite surfers on their journey toward progress. Its founder, Marcelo Castellanos, sees surfing not only as a sport but as a way of life. His goal is to make surfing accessible to anyone, regardless of their level or background. The academy offers a coaching experience called the Surfcamp which is an immersive surf training week designed for anyone wanting to reach their full potential.