Santa Teresa moves to its own rhythm.
At Fermata, that rhythm shapes the day, from early-morning waves to evenings that unfold slowly with the sunset. Here’s what a perfect day looks like when you let Santa Teresa lead the way.
Morning: Wake With the Ocean
Mornings at Fermata are unhurried. Light filters through the palms, waves roll in just outside your room, and the ocean sets the tone. Some guests wake early to surf. Others take their time with coffee and move slowly. There’s no agenda, just space to start however you like.
With La Lora beach break steps away from our boutique surf hotel, surfers can paddle out early or arrange a lesson through Fermata’s in-house surf school, Chorotegas. Lessons are available by request and suited to all levels, from first-timers to advanced surfers looking to fine-tune their technique. Private and semi-private options are available, along with board rentals and surf photography.
And if surfing isn’t part of your stay, that fits just as naturally here. Many guests come for the energy of a surf town, watching the waves, walking the beach, taking a swim and letting the morning pass without plans.
And when you’re ready, whether it’s pre or post beach, Fermata Kitchen is waiting to serve you a breakfast of fresh, delicious locally-sourced ingredients.
Late Morning: Ease Into the Day
Late morning is yours to shape. You might join a yoga, breathwork, or sound healing session at Fermata, or head into town to explore Santa Teresa.
Many guests drift between the two and then return to their room to enjoy the indoor–outdoor design that defines Fermata’s spaces. From standalone casitas to spacious villas, each accommodation is designed to feel simple, luxurious, and calming.
Afternoon: Santa Teresa, Your Way
Afternoons are open-ended. Some guests explore nearby beaches , adventures or take a break in the shade. Others settle into a terrace or lounge area with a book and let the heat of the day pass. If rest is the priority, the Fermata wellness center offers massages and holistic treatments designed to help you reset before the evening.
Santa Teresa makes space for both energy and stillness. You can fill the day with activity or keep it simple and restful.
Evening: Gather, Linger, Connect
As the day cools down, evenings at Fermata tend to unfold naturally rather than on a schedule. Many guests spend some time outside as the sun sets, whether that’s on the lawn, steps away on the beach, or simply back at their room to shower and reset before dinner.
Enjoy dinner at Fermata Kitchen, led by Executive Chef Olivier Palazzo. The menu draws from Mediterranean flavors with a refined French approach, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Meals here are unhurried and social, with space to enjoy good food, conversation, and the setting without feeling rushed.
Some nights end with a long dinner, maybe even with some new friends. Others are quieter. Both feel right in Santa Teresa.
Night: Settle In
By the time night rolls around, things are pretty quiet. Head back to your room, rinse off, and wind down after being outside most of the day. Many guests leave the windows open, listen to the ocean for a bit, maybe shower outside, and call it an early night. After a full day in the sun, sleep comes easily here.
You wake up rested and ready to do it all again—or do nothing at all.
A Day That Feels Like Santa Teresa
A day at Fermata doesn’t follow a fixed plan, and it’s definitely not about doing everything. You surf if you want to. You rest when you need to. Some days are active, others are slow. Santa Teresa gives you the space to choose, and Fermata gives you a place where that flexibility feels effortless.
Book your stay today and experience for yourself how our luxury boutique hotel and Santa Teresa will give you exactly what you need.
