Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
A 30 m² room with three single beds and free WiFi; the bathroom is shared. Book it per person or as a whole, for two or three travelling together.
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Huanchaco · Trujillo, Peru
My Friend Surf Hostal
A surf hostel two minutes’ walk from the beach in Huanchaco, with its own restaurant and bar, a terrace, free WiFi, surf lessons and board hire. A female dormitory, an economy triple and a twin room, from US$ 11 per person.
8.9 “Fabulous” · 18 reviews
9.4 for location
200 m from Huancarute beach
2 minutes from the beach · Free WiFi · Free cancellation on most rates · Book in 2 minutes
A surf hostel on Huanchaco beach
My Friend Surf Hostal is a family-run hostel at Los Pinos 533, in the María del Socorro urbanización of Huanchaco, the fishing and surfing resort town of Trujillo. It has a six-bed female dormitory, an economy triple room with a shared bathroom and a twin room, a Peruvian restaurant with a bar on the ground floor and a terrace with sea views. Huancarute beach is 200 m away: two minutes on foot and you’re in the water.
Guests rate it 8.9 “Fabulous” from 18 reviews: location 9.4 and staff 9.3. The hostel runs surf lessons and hires out boards and wetsuits, and Trujillo airport is 1.4 km away. A night per person starts at around US$ 11, taxes included.
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What makes it different
Six specific things, all easy to check.
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The beach, 2 minutes away
Huancarute beach is 200 m away and the surf spot is almost opposite. “Perfect for going surfing: practically in front of the spot where you get into the water,” writes a French guest.
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Surf lessons and board hire
The hostel gives lessons and hires out boards and wetsuits. “Had some surf lessons with Randall who works at the hostel and they were excellent,” says a British guest.
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Its own restaurant and bar
Peruvian cooking on the ground floor, open from breakfast to dinner. “The food in the restaurant is cheap, fresh and delicious,” sums up a Swiss guest.
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Breakfast à la carte
Continental, American or full English, optional. “The breakfast options were also the best I have had on my travels in South America,” says a British guest.
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A laid-back vibe
A terrace, a lounge with records and a patio to share. “The warm welcome, the food, the atmosphere, the vibe,” writes a Peruvian guest.
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Staff 9.3
They help with activities, taxis and whatever you need. “Randy and Carlos are great people and they make you feel at home,” says a Slovak guest.
The rooms
Three types: a six-bed female dormitory, an economy triple room with a shared bathroom and a twin room with a private bathroom. All with free WiFi and priced per person.
Twin Room
A 30 m² room with two single beds, a private bathroom with a bath and free WiFi. For two people; one guest remembers it with a view of the sea and the surf spot.
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Female Dormitory Room
A 40 m² women-only dormitory with six single beds, the dorm’s own private bathroom and free WiFi. Booked by the bed.
See priceWhat your stay includes
WiFi, terrace and shared spaces at no charge; restaurant, surfing and transfers on request.
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Free WiFi
Throughout the hostel.
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Surf lessons
With the hostel’s instructors; boards and wetsuits for hire.
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Restaurant
Peruvian cooking, from breakfast to dinner, with vegetarian options.
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Bar
Cocktails and drinks on the terrace.
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Optional breakfast
Continental, American or full English, for US$ 6.
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Sea-view terrace
Armchairs, hammocks and the surf spot opposite.
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Lounge
With records, pictures and tables to share.
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Parking
For those arriving by car.
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Airport transfer
On request, at a charge; the airport is 1.4 km away.
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Tourist information
A desk for arranging tours, taxis and activities.
Where to eat
The hostel’s restaurant is on the ground floor; more Huanchaco restaurants are a few metres away.
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Restaurante My Friend
Peruvian cooking on the ground floor, open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and snacks; there are vegetarian options.
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Breakfast à la carte
Continental, American or full English, for US$ 6 per person; several guests describe it as generous.
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Bar and cocktails
The hostel’s bar, with cocktails and beers for the afternoon on the terrace.
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Chick N · 6 m
Restaurant steps from the door.
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El Paisa Internacional Express · 8 m
Restaurant a few metres from the hostel.
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Mutkiy · 10 m
Restaurant ten metres away; in Huanchaco, ceviche is the local speciality.
The surroundings
Huanchaco is Trujillo’s seaside resort: beach, pier and caballitos de totora (reed boats), with the Moche and Chimú ruins minutes away. Distances from the property’s listing.
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Huancarute beach · 200 m
The hostel’s beach, two minutes on foot, with Huanchaco pier and the fishermen’s caballitos de totora reed boats; El Mogote beach is 550 m away.
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Chan Chan · 10 km
The largest adobe city in the Americas, a World Heritage Site; Huaca Esmeralda is 10 km away.
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Historic centre of Trujillo · 13 km
The Plaza de Armas, the Palacio Iturregui, the Casa del Mayorazgo de Facalá and the Museo Arqueológico.
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Huacas del Sol y de la Luna
The Moche temples south of Trujillo, with their coloured friezes; visited on the tours that leave from Huanchaco and Trujillo.
When to go
Average high temperature and the lowest price per night per person.
Jan24°
Feb26°
Mar26°
Apr24°
May23°
Jun22°
Jul21°
Aug21°
Sep21°
Oct21°
Nov22°
Dec23°
Summer (Dec-Apr)In between (May and Nov)Coastal winter (Jun-Oct)
🌡️ Average highs of 24 to 26 °C from December to April; 21 to 23 °C the rest of the year☀️ Summer is the sunniest season, with the warmest sea🌫️ From June to October the mornings dawn under the coastal garúa mist💧 Hardly any rain all year: the wettest month, March, gets no more than 42 mm🌊 Waves all year round; the sea is cool and surfers wear wetsuits🌙 Lows of 16 to 22 °C: nights are cool, even in summer
What a night costs, month by month
≈ US$ 11Price per night per person, the cheapest bed, with taxes
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In the months with rates loaded, a night per person costs around US$ 11, taxes and charges included, in any of the three room types. To see the price for your dates right now, click here.
This is the public price per night per person (a bed or a place), with taxes and charges included: it doesn’t include loyalty programme discounts. Rates change: check today’s price before you book.
Months marked “·” don’t have rates loaded yet: the property opens its calendar in stages. It doesn’t mean it’s closed. If you’re after those dates, take a look anyway: rates appear as soon as the property publishes them.
Huanchaco has a desert-coast climate, mild all year round and almost rain-free. Summer, from December to April, is the sunniest season, with highs of 24 to 26 °C; from June to October the mornings dawn under the coastal garúa mist and highs drop to 21 °C. There are waves all year: the sea is cool and surfers wear wetsuits.
Complete your trip
All in the same reservation.
🚗 Car hire
For exploring the north coast: Chan Chan, the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, El Brujo or the beaches up towards Chicama.
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✈️ Flights
Look for flights to Trujillo, whose airport is 1.4 km from the hostel, and plan the whole trip.
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🚕 Airport transfer
A driver waiting for you at Trujillo airport, at a price fixed in advance.
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🛡️ What the transfer includes
The driver tracks your flight and waits up to 45 minutes if it’s delayed. A fixed price in advance, with taxes, tolls and tip included. They meet you with a sign bearing your name, the vehicle matches the size of your group, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.
See transfersGetting there
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Trujillo airport · 1.4 km
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos airport is in Huanchaco, minutes from the hostel; there are direct flights from Lima. The hostel offers a transfer at a charge.
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By bus from Lima or Chiclayo
Buses arrive in Trujillo; from the centre, 13 km away, you carry on to Huanchaco by taxi or on the combis (minibuses) that run up the avenue.
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Taxis and combis
Trujillo is 13 km away along the Huanchaco road; the hostel helps you find a safe taxi there and back.
Where it is and what’s nearby
Los Pinos 533, María del Socorro urbanización, Huanchaco, Trujillo. Distances from the property’s listing.
What guests say
18 verified reviews from people who actually stayed.
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Fabulous18 real reviews
CarlosPeru · 06/2024
10
The warm welcome, the food, the atmosphere, the vibe.
TerezaSlovakia · 03/2024
10
This hostel has a perfect location very close to the beach and the food in the restaurant which is part of it is amazing and very well-priced too. Randy and Carlos are great people and will help you with anything you need and they make you feel at home. I would definitely stay here again!
MelinaSwitzerland · 04/2024
10
I can recommend it to anyone looking for a chilled and uncomplicated atmosphere. I booked 5 days and stayed 32 days. Everyone is super helpful and nice. I rented my wetsuit and surfboard at the hostel. They can give you lots of tips for activities or even organize a safe cab. The food in the restaurant is cheap, fresh and delicious.
BenUnited Kingdom · 02/2024
9
Great location, very friendly staff and a very relaxed vibe. Had some surf lessons with Randall who works at the hostel and they were excellent. The breakfast options were also the best I have had on my travels in South America, and the lunch and dinner was good and well priced too.
AdrienFrance · 09/2026
10
A warm welcome, a calm and kind place, ideal for taking surf lessons or meeting people. The restaurant downstairs serves very tasty dishes.
CarlijnNetherlands · 02/2024
8
Super friendly people, a delicious breakfast and good surf lessons.
Before you book
The house rules, so you arrive with everything sorted.
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Check-in from 12:00 to 22:00, check-out from 11:30 to 14:00
Reception runs from the hostel’s restaurant on the ground floor; the property accepts special requests when you book.
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Payment in cash
The property takes payment in cash; it’s worth arriving with soles or dollars. No card is needed to book.
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Children and pets
Children of any age are welcome; from the age of 6 they pay as adults. Pets are allowed for a surcharge.
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Airport transfer
The hostel offers transfers to and from Trujillo airport, 1.4 km away, at a charge and on request.
Things to do in Trujillo and Huanchaco
Top-rated activities in Trujillo and its archaeological sites.
Temples of the Sun and the Moon and Chan Chan, full day
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Trujillo in a day: Chan Chan, Huanchaco, Sun and Moon
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Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, Chan Chan and Huanchaco
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El Brujo expedition and the Señora de Cao
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Peruvian Paso horse and marinera show, with lunch
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Trujillo city tour
See the activityMore tours and experiences in Trujillo and Huanchaco
Full Day Trujillo Piramides Sol y Luna , Chan chan y Huanchaco
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Private tour full day chan chan & huacas sun and moon in SUV
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Full Archaeological Chan Chan Tour
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Tours the Warlock and Mrs. Cao
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Full Day in Trujillo from Puerto Salaverry
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Full Day Archaeological Tour Moche Culture and Chan Chan
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8.9 “Fabulous” from 18 reviews · location 9.4 · 200 m from the beach
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of accommodation is My Friend Surf Hostal?
A surf hostel in Huanchaco, Trujillo’s seaside resort, 200 m from Huancarute beach: a six-bed female dormitory, an economy triple room with a shared bathroom and a twin room with a private bathroom, with its own restaurant and bar, a terrace, a lounge, free WiFi, surf lessons and board hire.
What’s nearby?
Huancarute beach 200 m away and El Mogote 550 m away, restaurants steps from the door, Parque Víctor Raúl 700 m away and Trujillo airport 1.4 km away. Chan Chan is 10 km away and the historic centre of Trujillo, with the Plaza de Armas and the Museo Arqueológico, 13 km.
Is breakfast included?
No: breakfast is optional, at US$ 6 per person, and you choose between continental, American and full English in the hostel’s restaurant.
Can I surf from the hostel?
Yes: Huanchaco’s surf spot is almost opposite, the hostel gives surf lessons and hires out boards and wetsuits, and there are waves all year round.
How do I pay?
The property only accepts cash; no credit card is needed to book.
Which dates can I book?
Whatever dates the property has published when you look. The price chart on this page is a snapshot from the day of the last check: if there is no rate for your month or your trip is a long way off, look again closer to the date; the real price is the one you see when booking.
How do I get there from the airport?
Trujillo airport is in Huanchaco, 1.4 km from the hostel: a few minutes by taxi, and the hostel offers a transfer at a charge. From the centre of Trujillo, 13 km away, you get there by taxi or combi.