Title: El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guesthouse) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96339866&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Ranchito Surfcamp Families find the perfect balance of nature, local cuisine, and child-friendly amenities at this peaceful retreat with supervised activities for kids ## Photo gallery for El Ranchito Surfcamp ![Exterior - El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guanico Abajo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96340000/96339900/96339866/1910d893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Terrace/patio - El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guanico Abajo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96340000/96339900/96339866/424a6b42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guanico Abajo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96340000/96339900/96339866/6ff3e648.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guanico Abajo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96340000/96339900/96339866/b0256118.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - El Ranchito Surfcamp (Guanico Abajo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96340000/96339900/96339866/9eb2d5f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers unwind in El Ranchito Surfcamp's peaceful garden or grab a coffee at the onsite cafe. 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Dr. Belisario Porras, Guanico Abajo, Provincia de Los Santos ### What's nearby - ![The view from my lounger at Sansara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633895595925/3f0a27bc-d9f7-4bf0-9888-93f77f870413.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Los Buzos Beach 31 min drive \- 24.3 km - Guanico Abajo Beach 6 min drive \- 5.1 km - Venao Beach 53 min drive \- 55.8 km ### Restaurants - Coco's Bar 6 min drive - Boom Shiva 28 min drive - Joron Playa Guanico 5 min drive - The Black Pearl 26 min drive ## About this property ### El Ranchito Surfcamp Property highlights Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at El Ranchito Surfcamp. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A children's pool - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge) Room features All guestrooms at El Ranchito Surfcamp include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free beach shuttle - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children - A coffee shop/cafe - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 12; reservation required ### Restaurants on site - Surf Cafe - the Break ### Things to do - Children's pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (weekly) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Communal living room ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 50 per stay) Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children - Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 50 per stay) - Hosted evening meal: USD 12 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as El Ranchito Surfcamp Guesthouse El Ranchito Surfcamp Guanico Abajo El Ranchito Surfcamp Guesthouse Guanico Abajo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Ranchito Surfcamp have a pool? ### Is El Ranchito Surfcamp pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at El Ranchito Surfcamp? ### What time is check-out at El Ranchito Surfcamp? ### Where is El Ranchito Surfcamp located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## El Ranchito Surfcamp Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic 3 nights there. Great hosts, beautiful place, loved the kitchen, quick to get to the surf, which was very fun. ##### Katherine Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Farmstay Richmond](https://www.expedia.ca/Richmond-Agritourism.d6123761-aaAgritourism.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Marmaris](https://www.expedia.ca/Marmaris-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6054843-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Posada Destiladeros](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Mala-Hotels-Hotel-Posada-Destiladeros.h11837980.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ninh Binh](https://www.expedia.ca/Ninh-Binh-Hotels.d6125119.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Casita Mapachin Isla Boca Brava](https://www.expedia.ca/Boca-Chica-Hotels-Casita-Mapachin-Isla-Boca-Brava.h50876922.Hotel-Information) > > [Gatun Lake Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pueblo-Nuevo-Hotels-Gatun-Lake-Lodge-Hotel.h105098235.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabaña Villa Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Valle-De-Anton-Hotels-Cabana-Villa-Victoria.h30409382.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-Hato-Hotels-Gran-Evenia-Bijao-All-Inclusive.h4632198.Hotel-Information) > > [NAYARA Bocas del Toro](https://www.expedia.ca/Bocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Bocas-Bali.h51300004.Hotel-Information) > > [Mosana reef garden B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Bocas-Del-Toro-Hotels-Tesoro-Escondido-Guest-House.h16502804.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Finca Lerida](https://www.expedia.ca/Boquete-Hotels-Hotel-Finca-Lerida.h4598341.Hotel-Information) > > [Uverito Beach House is a 2 Bed/2 Bath house just steps from the beach!](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Tablas-Hotels-Uverito-Beach-House-Is-A-2-Bed2-Bath-House-Just-Steps-From-The-Beach.h18840426.Hotel-Information) > > [Vacation Homes Sint Maarten](https://www.expedia.ca/Sint-Maarten-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6143274-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Taksim](https://www.expedia.ca/Taksim-Istanbul-Hotels.0-n6054812-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Comerica Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Comerica-Park-Hotels.0-l6034762-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Los Establos Boutique Resort- All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Boquete-Hotels-Los-Establos-Boutique-Hotel-All-Inclusive.h6349280.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Loma](https://www.expedia.ca/Pedasi-Hotels-Casa-Loma.h11928041.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Olas Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Palo-Grande-Hotels-Las-Olas-Resort.h967264.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sequim](https://www.expedia.ca/Sequim-Hotels.d9921.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Gran Evenia Bijao & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-Hato-Hotels-Bijao-Beach-Resort.h72094557.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Guacamaya](https://www.expedia.ca/Penonome-Hotels-Hotel-Guacamaya.h101427978.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Edmundston](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmundston-Hotels.d7806.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/akl/lax/auckland-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/lhr/edmonton-to-london) > > [Flights from College Park (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/atl/ord/atlanta-to-chicago) ### Packages ### General > [Visit Cabarete](https://www.expedia.ca/Cabarete.dx181015)