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Mentawais

The Mentawais have been on every serious surfer’s radar for a good reason. A scattering of remote, jungle-dense islands, home to some of the most perfect waves on the planet.

Best time to surf in Mentawais

Best time to surf in Mentawais

March to October: the main season, with powerful, consistent swell and pristine conditions; for intermediate to advanced surfers.

November to February: lighter, more forgiving conditions with fewer people in the water; great for intermediates.

Our selection of surf stays in Mentawais:

Barefoot Surf Travel

Mentawais,

Indonesia

Barefoot Surf Travel

Mentawais,

Indonesia

Barefoot Surf Travel

Mentawais,

Indonesia

La Isla Mentawai

Mentawais,

Indonesia

La Isla Mentawai

Mentawais,

Indonesia

La Isla Mentawai

Mentawais,

Indonesia

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Modern outdoor entrance with a dark wooden slatted pergola and matching gate beside lush tropical plants. A tan surfboard with wooden trim is mounted vertically on a rack against a white wall, casting striped shadows from the overhead slats.
View of a turquoise ocean and a lone palm tree seen through an open wooden window with reddish-brown frames and sheer curtains blowing gently at the side.
Cozy coastal-themed room corner with a wicker chair and mustard cushions on terracotta tile floor. Above a white radiator hangs a striped shirt with a colorful crocheted top on a wooden rack, next to a potted plant on a shelf. A peach-colored surfboard with a fin rests on the floor, and a framed monochrome landscape print decorates the wall.
Outdoor seaside café with rustic wooden tables and wicker chairs surrounded by potted cacti and tropical plants, overlooking a calm ocean with surfers in the distance and hazy hills under a soft peach sunset sky.
View over lush green tropical plants and thatched-roof huts toward a turquoise ocean with perfect rolling waves under a blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.
Cozy wooden cabin with a tiled roof, small porch, and two tan beanbags beside a standing white surfboard, partially shaded by palm leaves.

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Get occasional updates on the best surf stays, new openings, and the odd travel tip. No spam, no noise. Just you and a few insiders.

Modern outdoor entrance with a dark wooden slatted pergola and matching gate beside lush tropical plants. A tan surfboard with wooden trim is mounted vertically on a rack against a white wall, casting striped shadows from the overhead slats.
View of a turquoise ocean and a lone palm tree seen through an open wooden window with reddish-brown frames and sheer curtains blowing gently at the side.
Cozy coastal-themed room corner with a wicker chair and mustard cushions on terracotta tile floor. Above a white radiator hangs a striped shirt with a colorful crocheted top on a wooden rack, next to a potted plant on a shelf. A peach-colored surfboard with a fin rests on the floor, and a framed monochrome landscape print decorates the wall.
Outdoor seaside café with rustic wooden tables and wicker chairs surrounded by potted cacti and tropical plants, overlooking a calm ocean with surfers in the distance and hazy hills under a soft peach sunset sky.
View over lush green tropical plants and thatched-roof huts toward a turquoise ocean with perfect rolling waves under a blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.
Cozy wooden cabin with a tiled roof, small porch, and two tan beanbags beside a standing white surfboard, partially shaded by palm leaves.

@surfhideaways on Instagram

We travel the world to curate the best surf retreats and hotels. The ones with character, design and a genuine connection to the ocean. Run by people who understand the best wave is the one nobody's photographing.

Destinations

About Us

Instagram

Contact

Discover the best surf stays in

Africa

Morocco

Imsouane

Taghazout

Asia

Indonesia

Kuta Lombok

Medewi, Bali

Mentawais

Rote Island

South Sumatra

Sumba

Sri Lanka

Ahangama

The Maldives

Central America

Costa Rica

Nosara

Osa Peninsula

Punta Banco

Santa Teresa

Nicaragua

Central Nicaragua

El Transito

Popoyo

San Juan del Sur

Europe

France

Biarritz

Hossegor

Seignosse

Portugal

Azores

Ericeira

South America

Peru

Lobitos

Explore all destinations

© Surf Hideaways 2026

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The Surf Hideaways Society

Get occasional updates on the best surf stays, new openings, and the odd travel tip. No spam, no noise. Just you and a few insiders.

Modern outdoor entrance with a dark wooden slatted pergola and matching gate beside lush tropical plants. A tan surfboard with wooden trim is mounted vertically on a rack against a white wall, casting striped shadows from the overhead slats.
View of a turquoise ocean and a lone palm tree seen through an open wooden window with reddish-brown frames and sheer curtains blowing gently at the side.
Cozy coastal-themed room corner with a wicker chair and mustard cushions on terracotta tile floor. Above a white radiator hangs a striped shirt with a colorful crocheted top on a wooden rack, next to a potted plant on a shelf. A peach-colored surfboard with a fin rests on the floor, and a framed monochrome landscape print decorates the wall.
Outdoor seaside café with rustic wooden tables and wicker chairs surrounded by potted cacti and tropical plants, overlooking a calm ocean with surfers in the distance and hazy hills under a soft peach sunset sky.
View over lush green tropical plants and thatched-roof huts toward a turquoise ocean with perfect rolling waves under a blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.
Cozy wooden cabin with a tiled roof, small porch, and two tan beanbags beside a standing white surfboard, partially shaded by palm leaves.

@surfhideaways on Instagram

We travel the world to curate the best surf retreats and hotels. The ones with character, design and a genuine connection to the ocean. Run by people who understand the best wave is the one nobody's photographing.

Destinations

About Us

Instagram

Contact

Discover the best surf stays in

Africa

Morocco

Imsouane

Taghazout

Asia

Indonesia

Kuta Lombok

Medewi, Bali

Mentawais

Rote Island

South Sumatra

Sumba

Sri Lanka

Ahangama

The Maldives

Central America

Costa Rica

Nosara

Osa Peninsula

Punta Banco

Santa Teresa

Nicaragua

Central Nicaragua

El Transito

Popoyo

San Juan del Sur

Europe

France

Biarritz

Hossegor

Seignosse

Portugal

Azores

Ericeira

South America

Peru

Lobitos

Explore all destinations

© Surf Hideaways 2026

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