This family run house is right next to the ocean, with fantastic views of the stormy winter surf. The rooms were clean and warm. We had early morning breakfast on the deck by the ocean. The fishing village was sleepy at the time we visited, with no one around, giving us enough time to enjoy the peace and quiet. The... More

My wife and i stayed here for 3 days before going to Cuzco. We had an amazing time and wish we could stay longer. The accommodations are nice and the hospitality is outstanding. We were provided with amazing home cooked food with every meal. Antonio and family are very gracious host. The surf is just a short walk down to... More

This is a wonderful get a way from Lima. Its a quiet town with charm and beauty. Antonio, the owner takes care of you and insures that your needs are met. He's also a wonderful surfing teacher. I can't wait to go back. More

I went to San Bartolo to take a Surfing Lesson with Antonio Otello, the founder of the Penascal Surf Hotel this June. I showed up just in time for the ASP women's world tour which included viewing a session from the Peruvian world champion Sofia Mulanovich. After watching her heat Antonio took me out in the surf at Penascal. After... More

I can't praise this hostal enough. What a wonderful experience we had. The view was beautiful and the service was great. Antonio is an excellent host and his wife cooks up some tasty meals. We had breakfast on our veranda every morning..... I miss those breakfast rolls! Lunch and dinner were served in their dining room. I could go on... More

What this hotel may lack in amenities it MORE than makes up for in the wonderful hospitality of it's owners Antonio and his wife Fiorela. We wanted to try surfing during our trip to Peru and found Penascal Surf Hotel online. It was very easy to make arrangements, Antonio responded promptly and answered all our questions. It's located about an... More

Right on the beach, spend 8 days at Penascal hotel...during winter time, but water is not as cold (65F) as here in California. surf great points right by the hotel at waking distance, there is San bartolo rights and left breaks, then there is Penascal 8-12 feet right break, and Huaico left short break, is small beach town with friendly... More

good place...literally 2 minute walk to surfing...Antonio is great... check out my photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/anetamark/sets More

Stayed here at the end of March, having sought some beach time and surf instruction in Peru. San Bartolo is not a happening metropolis, by any stretch of the imagination. Antonio's a great host, though, making this a great spot to surf and relax. The family provides three meals a day (all delicious and fresh), and Antonio has surf equipment... More