San Juan Surf Resort in La Union
One of the most famous hotels and resorts in San Juan, La Union is the San Juan Surf Resort. It was established in 1992 by Australian surfer Brian Landrigan with just three rooms. They’ve since added 35 rooms and moved it to the heart of the city, turning it into a popular destination.
At present, San Juan Surf Resort is Northern Luzon’s go-to place for surfers, families, and travelers, with amenities including a restaurant, bar, spa, surf school, and surf shop.
San Juan Surf Resort is famous for their world-class surfing lessons
The resort has two seasons that follow La Union’s: July to October’s South Swell and November to March’s North Swell. Surfers from around the world visit them all the time to unwind and have fun.
San Juan Surf Resort also houses San Juan Surf School, established in 2003 by Filipino-Australian surfer Luke Landrigan. The school is the #1 surf school in the Philippines and is affectionately known to all as Surf Camp.
They have different rooms to cater to every family and group
Children of all ages and adults can learn surfing in an exciting way. They offer the finest surf equipment and an internationally-accredited surf training program. As a professional surf instructor, Luke received his training in Australia. He is the first Filipino to be awarded Australia’s prestigious Bronze Medallion for surf rescue and CPR/life-saving by Surf Life Saving Australia, the global leader in surf rescue.
VIP Room for 6-8 (Php 8,760)
Deluxe Room for 2 (Php 2,850)
It’s also for its involvement with the local community. They have notable outreach programs like their Special Education – La Union (SPED). Through San Juan Surf School, Luke and his team have helped children with special disabilities connect with the ocean through the means of surf – a form of therapy that further enriches the soul.
San Juan Surf Resort, where you can buy or rent out a surfing board and other equipment and souvenirs
The in-house restaurant is Coast Call Kitchen which serves a mix of local and international dishes. Colorful murals are seen to brighten up the mood of the restaurant. They are located in San Juan, north of San Fernando City, La Union, along McArthur Highway.
