Remote work
Where to Work
Tested by the community — last updated Apr 2026
Budget
What It Costs
Typical prices in El Tunco as of April 2026
Monthly budget (budget traveler)
$800 – $1,200
Hostel, street food, scooter rental, surf lessons
Monthly budget (comfortable)
$1,500 – $2,500
Private room or studio, restaurants, day passes
Monthly budget (long-term rental)
$1,200 – $2,000
Furnished apartment or house, full lifestyle
Bitcoin tip
Use Strike for instant USD→BTC conversion and zero-fee payments. Most vendors in El Tunco scan your QR directly. Works better than cash for large payments.
Work spaces
Coworking in El Tunco
Three options from full coworking to café laptops
Community
Who's here
Staying longer than 90 days?
Most tourists get 90 days on entry. Extensions are possible — but there are hoops. The full visa guide covers extensions, residency options, and the pensionado program.