Surf-Inspired Hotels Across the Globe That Are Chic and Sporty Alike 

Check in to these surf-inspired hotels for a deep dive into world-class surfing scenes from Hossegor, France, to the Hamptons to Bali. Catch your breath in the comfort of these luxuriously laid-back addresses after “hanging ten” on your board, or simply hanging on the beach.

Les Hortensias du Lac in the famed French surf town of Hossegor takes its design cues from Montauk, New York. Surrounded by pine trees, palms, and hortensias, this casually elegant setting welcomes home in the spirit of Les Domaines de Fontenille. Many of the 25 rooms and spacious suites look out onto Hossegor Lake, the perfect backdrop for a swim in the heated infinity pool, a vitalizing spa session, or a seasonally-inspired meal at the hotel’s gastronomic restaurant.

At Noah Surf House in Santa Cruz, Portugal, the Atlantic Ocean is your only neighbor. Designed by Portuguese architects Alexandra Paiva and Vasco Vieira, this ecological hotel on Praia da Física is composed of 13 rooms and 8 bungalows kitted out in concrete, glass, cork, and wood. When not lounging by the pool or on the sunset deck, take a global culinary journey at Noah Surf House’s restaurant or dine barefoot at the Noah Beach House.

“Born of the Moroccan surf scene with a twist of luxury,” in the words of head designer Lily O’Hara, Amouage by Surf Maroc overlooks Anchors Point, Morocco’s most famous wave. Moroccan textiles, tiles, ceramics, and original artwork are omnipresent throughout the 20 earthy rooms, and from the restaurant to the infinity pool and the rooftop yoga garden. O’Hara also shares that “everything is composed with a cohesive design thread, born from one element.” That element happens to be Mother Nature.

The coolest spot to catch a wave in the Hamptons, the Surf Lodge invites into the bohemian-chic style so characteristic of Montauk. A soothing coastal theme runs through each of the 20 rooms and suites overlooking the pond—the master suite is complete with two bedrooms and a kitchenette. Try the restaurant’s signature lobster roll before hopping on a bike to explore the village, or chill out to live tunes at the Beach Bar.

What feels like a swanky California beach house is actually the Surfrider Malibu, set along the Pacific Coast Highway. The plushest of the 20 soft-hued rooms includes a four-poster bed, one-of-a-kind furniture, an en suite kitchenette, a handwoven hammock, and a vast terrace overlooking the Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach. After riding a few waves, sink your sights on a hypnotizing sunset while feasting on locally sourced organic eats at the Roof Deck Bar and Restaurant.

Waikiki’s midcentury soul comes to life at The Surfjack, a short walk from the island’s iconic beaches. A curation of local artwork and vintage furnishings fill the 112 bungalows and suites, with penthouses revealing private terraces and cityscapes. Feast on traditional Hawaiian fare at Mahina and Sun’s or drop into the Swim Club for a nightly film screening over crafted cocktails. Before hitting the waves, pick up coffee and other goodies at The Surfjack Shop by Banks Journal.

Boutique surf resort Malibu Popoyo pays homage to California’s celebrated surf breaks while showcasing Nicaragua’s rich cultural roots. This eco-friendly beachfront property on Costa Esmeralda—one of 10 surf breaks in the country—is composed of 12 guest suites dressed in local artwork and natural wood. The Sunset Cantina restaurant sources its seasonal produce from the neighboring organic farm La Quinta. Skip the surf and dive into the 16-meter pool, or reset with an invigorating yoga class.

Good vibes only at this laid-back jungle resort set high on limestone cliffs overlooking Bali’s panoramic coast. Uluwatu Surf Villas was the first to plant luxury roots in this legendary surf destination. Ranging from one to five bedrooms, 16 hand-built villas designed with reclaimed teak and ironwood spread across the leafy terrain, with six modern villas added in 2020. In between eclectic meals at open-air restaurant Mana Uluwatu, practice your downward dog at Morning Light Yoga Studio.