01 · Experienced hosts
Trust
We’ve held Airbnb Superhost status since 2022, welcoming guests with thoughtful hospitality and a love for this beautiful coast.
Live Pura Vida · Stay
Stay where the jungle meets the sea.
Choose beachfront simplicity or an ocean-view mountain retreat, then let us help add surf and local experiences.
02 · Personal care
Care
As professional property managers, we care for our homes and guests, helping you feel welcome and comfortable throughout your stay.
03 · Feel at home
Connection
We help you settle in, explore your surroundings and enjoy the everyday moments that make life here special.
Find your home base
Our two Flow stays.
Choose Zion’s Beachfront House for a stay close to the beach or Casa de Olas for more space and an ocean-view pool. Check dates and rates on Airbnb, then book there or send us your dates through the Flow Planner for a direct-booking quote. We’ll confirm availability and the booking details before you reserve.
Dominicalito · One minute to the beach
Zion’s Beachfront House
A relaxed one-bedroom home base for two with a private garden and easy access to Dominicalito Beach, La Parcela and Poza Azul.
- Best for couples or solo travelers
- Walk to the beach and beginner surf lessons
- Air conditioning, Starlink and a private yard
Check dates on Airbnb, then book there or use the to book direct and save 13%.
Escaleras · Private ocean-view villa
Casa de Olas
A spacious jungle-and-ocean setting for families or groups who want room to gather, recharge and explore.
- Three bedrooms and space for up to eight guests
- Infinity pool, air conditioning and Starlink
- About six minutes from the surf
Check dates on Airbnb, then book there or use the to book direct and save 13%.
More places to stay
Find the right place nearby.
If neither Flow home fits your dates, group size or travel style, there are plenty of other ways to make this stretch of coast your home base. Use the map below to compare hotels and vacation rentals around Dominical and Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific coast. Try your travel dates, explore different locations and find a place that works for the trip you have in mind. You can still join us for surf lessons, coaching or local adventures wherever you stay.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission when you book through this map, at no extra cost to you.
Surf + Stay
Surf camps built around your stay.
Choose a camp or build a stay around the surfing you want to do. Come on your own, bring the family or plan a trip with friends. We’ll work with your dates, experience and pace. Pricing is customized around your dates, group, accommodation and activities.
4 nights · Any skill level
Flow Surf Escape
A focused introduction to the full Flow experience with enough space to surf, recover and explore.
- Three coached surf sessions
- Four-night Flow stay
- One locally coordinated adventure
- Personalized daily surf plan
- Airport transfer and rental-car support
7 nights · Complete progression
Flow Immersion
A full surf week designed around meaningful progression and the best of Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific coast.
- Five coached surf sessions
- Two video-analysis reviews
- Seven-night Flow stay
- Two locally coordinated adventures
- Transportation and restaurant guidance
Your dates · Your pace
Customize your Surf + Stay package.
Want a different number of nights, a few lessons between family days or more time working on your surfing? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll help shape the trip.
- Pick your home base. Choose Zion's Beachfront house for two, Casa de Olas for a group, another stay from the map, or we can choose a place that suits your group the best for you! Already booked elsewhere? We can plan around that, too.
- Choose your surfing. Add beginner lessons, progressive coaching or a custom number of sessions. Your coach confirms the beach and timing around your level and conditions.
- Leave room to explore. Ask about local adventures, airport transfers or transportation help, with time left for the beach and doing your own thing.
We’ll confirm the accommodation, sessions, activities, transport, total price and booking terms in your quote before you reserve.
Travel ideas · Surf education
The Flow Guide
A little reading before you get here.
Plan your route to Dominical, find ideas for days out and get to know the beaches before you arrive.
Explore all articlesFeatured articles
Getting here
SJO to Dominical: Plan your arrival.
Compare ways to reach the coast and plan the first part of your trip.
Read the articleWhen to visit
When is the best time to visit Dominical?
Think through the time of year that fits your trip.
Read the articleFlow stays
Zion’s House in Dominicalito: A Stay with Its Own Story
Get to know the home near Dominicalito Beach, its container-house story, garden and resident dog.
Read the articleDays out
Waterfalls near Dominical.
Explore waterfall options for a day away from the beach.
Read the articleBeaches + conditions
Dominical surf guide: Which beach fits your level?
Compare Dominical, Dominicalito and Playa Hermosa de Osa to choose a session that fits your ability and the conditions.
Read the articleSurf progression
Ready to move beyond beginner surfing?
Work on independent wave catching, direction and board control, with a clear next skill to practice.
Read the articleLocal beach information
Dominical’s lifeguard stand and the community behind it.
Meet the community effort behind the stand and learn why it matters to a day at the beach.
Read the articleReading conditions
What does a surf forecast actually tell you?
Connect wave height, period, wind and tide to the conditions you see from the sand.
Read the articleWave reading
Read a wave before you paddle for it.
Learn to spot the peak, open shoulder and space for a ride that suits your level.
Read the articleSurf etiquette
Who gets the wave, and where should you paddle?
Understand priority, board control and the everyday habits that make a lineup easier to share.
Read the articleBoard education
Surfboard types, sizes and volume.
Make sense of length, volume and shape so you can choose a board you enjoy surfing.
Read the articleSurf technique
A better pop-up starts with the basics.
Understand common mistakes and what to practice for a more balanced start to your ride.
Read the articlePeople who found their flow
Real stories from the water.
Excellent
★★★★★
Based on 82 Google reviews
★★★★★
“Jordy is amazing!! This was the highlight of our trip. He’s a very good instructor and also just fun to chat with! My husband and I did private lessons and he was very accommodating—we have a baby, so we had to take turns. Such a great experience.”
Ciara McKinzieGoogle review · Posted a month ago
★★★★★
“Roberto is super nice, always trying to help you improve and always attentive to your mistakes. Highly recommended.”
Nicolás Rodríguez MontealegreGoogle review · Posted a month ago · Translated by Google
★★★★★
“Top surf school! Booked a private lesson with Flow Surf for my 12-year-old son. It was arranged quickly and Roberto was a great teacher. My son had a blast and really enjoyed it. Highly recommended!”
Anders LoserGoogle review · Posted 2 months ago
★★★★★
“Excellent surf lesson! My daughter took a private lesson, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Her instructor was patient, encouraging, and did a fantastic job building her confidence while making sure she had fun. The very next day she was out catching waves on her own.”
Bessie SmithGoogle review · Posted 2 months ago
★★★★★
“Really enjoyed our surf lesson with instructor Roberto. As total beginners, he taught us how to stand on the board and look at the waves. Would definitely recommend taking surf lessons with Flow Surf School!”
Emma Van den DorpeGoogle review · Posted 4 months ago
★★★★★
“Great lesson! Josue is an excellent guide and gave me lots of tips during the lesson. Highly recommend working with them!”
עינב לסרGoogle review · Posted 4 months ago · Translated by Google
★★★★★
“Jordy was great to meet! Fantastic lessons for three of our family, and all were up on boards really quickly. He grew up on the beach he teaches at and knows the waves and skills beyond. Will book again on our next Costa Rica trip!”
John SimpsonGoogle review · Posted 4 months ago
★★★★★
“Jordy, the owner and our instructor, was awesome! He explained things clearly and patiently, helped us feel safe and comfortable, and had a good eye for correcting our form. We will definitely book with him again next time we’re in the area.”
Sara DGoogle review · Posted 4 months ago
★★★★★
“My husband and I did a surf lesson with Jordy, and it was outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable—not just about surfing, but about the ocean, tides, and how to read the water. Jordy is patient, encouraging, and clearly passionate about what he does.”
Maria KermanGoogle review · Posted 5 months ago
★★★★★
“We had the best experience with Jordy at Flow Surf School! My boyfriend and I were both relatively beginner, and after one lesson we felt much more comfortable and confident on a board. Jordy was a very knowledgeable and clear instructor.”
Chloe ZampettiGoogle review · Posted 5 months ago
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Before you book
Stay FAQs
How do I check dates and book a Flow property?
Use the Airbnb button on Zion’s or Casa de Olas to see live dates, pricing and policies. You can reserve through Airbnb, or send the same dates through the Flow Planner to request a direct booking.
How do I save 13% by booking directly?
Check availability on Airbnb first, then open the Flow Planner and select the property you want. We will confirm the direct rate, reservation terms and payment details before you book.
What if neither Flow property fits my group?
Use the map above to compare other hotels and vacation rentals nearby. Flow can still help coordinate surf, transportation and local experiences around a stay booked elsewhere.
Which Flow property is right for me?
Zion’s Beachfront House is best for a couple or solo traveler who wants to be close to Dominicalito Beach. Casa de Olas suits families and groups of up to eight who want more space, privacy and an ocean-view pool.
Can I book a stay without surfing?
Absolutely. Surf lessons, coaching, adventures and concierge support are optional. You can book either Flow property as your home base without adding anything else.
Can Flow arrange transportation and activities?
Yes. Share your airport, dates, group size and interests through the Flow Planner. We can help coordinate rental cars, shuttles, private drivers, surf sessions and local experiences.