Quick Facts
Program code
EC-CS101
Category
Language travel, Spanish course
Country
Ecuador
Location
Montañita
Program Start
every Monday, all year round
Minimum duration
2 weeks
Minimum age
18 years
Contact us
Happy to help you
(+1) 954 762 7607
(+56) 9 7516 9816
(+49) 7735 425 339
skype: chileinside
8 am - 4 pm EST
Spanish school
Our Spanish school in Montañita was opened in 2009 and was recognized shortly afterwards as one of the six best Spanish schools in the world at the Study Travel Star Awards, due to the first-class Spanish courses, the excellent location and the professional Spanish teachers. The school is known for a pleasant learning environment, quick learning success and professional and creative lesson design.
Our language school in Montañita is only a stone's throw away from the beautiful Pacific coast with its wonderful sandy beach - a wonderful place to learn Spanish in a relaxed atmosphere. Thanks to the family-like atmosphere in the language school and also in Montañita itself, you will definitely feel at home quickly.
The school has 10 classrooms, some of them on cozy outdoor patios. There is also a common room and a common kitchen for the students. The beautiful garden is loved by the students and the view from the roof terrace of the school is simply breathtaking!
Leisure activities
Apart from Spanish classes, our Spanish school in Montañita offers numerous extra-curricular activities, such as welcome dinners, jungle excursions, billiard tournaments, beach- and pool volleyball games, hiking- and sightseeing day trips on weekends, barbecues, cocktail workshops, campfires, beach cleaning, cooking classes, karaoke evenings, salsa and yoga classes, etc.
In addition, the nearby beach invites you to soak up the sun, surf, dive or just relax. Activities such as horse riding, bike tours, cultural visits or hikes are offered on site. So one thing is certain: you won't get bored in Montañita!
Some of the activities organized by the school are free, others require an additional payment.
Internet
WIFI is available at the school and can be used free of charge by the students.
School location
"Small, but nice" is probably the best description for Montañita! Montañita is a small town on the Pacific coast, with a large and diverse range of leisure and relaxation activities. The town is well known and popular among backpackers and in the international surfing scene. Montañita is a paradise for everyone who loves a relaxed atmosphere and wants to relax on the beautiful sandy beaches.
There is also a lot of action: It is said that surfing is not a sport, but rather a way of life there!
The houses and small shops in Montañita are made of bamboo or other woods which gives the place a very special charm.
Montañita has wonderful weather all year round and lots of sunshine. In the village itself and in the surrounding area you will find plenty of opportunities for sports or cultural activities (surfing, riding and hiking trips, bike tours, swimming, diving, cultural and archaeological visits, etc.).
The bicycle is the most important form of transportation in Montañita. Bicycle rickshaws are also common there, for those who don't want to pedal on their own.
Attention night owls! Montañita is also known for its exciting nightlife parties.
Spanish classes
The Spanish courses in Montañita are divided into two main components - grammar and language use. During the first part of the course, the correct use of grammar is explained and practiced. The second part of the lesson serves to train grammar and language usage. Various exercises, role plays and conversation training are part of the classes.
Spanish levels
On the first day of school there will be a placement test to determine your language skills. This is used to classify the appropriate language level. There are 6 levels of difficulty (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of References for Languages).
Our teachers in Montañita are qualified and highly motivated. They are friendly and enjoy teaching Spanish as a foreign language.
Teacher
Native Spanish speakers
Class duration
55 minutes
Language Diploma
At the end of the course, a certificate will be issued to confirm your language level.
Group course
20 lessons / week. Maximum 6 students/group.
Learning in a group with like-minded people is a wonderful way to get motivated, getting to know other people and using the language.
Private course
20 lessons / week.
Some students learn best when they enjoy the full attention of the teacher. If you are one of these people, the one-to-one course is for you. Since your Spanish teacher adapts 100% to your language needs, interests and weaknesses, the individual course guarantees very quick and efficient learning progress.
SPECIAL - Spanish & Surf
This great special offer is very popular. If you have always wanted to learn to surf, show off your skills or want to improve your technique, then this combination of Spanish lessons and surfing in Montañita is made for you! The program consists of a Spanish course (group or individual course) in the morning and 90 minutes of surfing lessons in the afternoon. The surf equipment is included.
The surf instructors are experienced surfers and have the right tips, tricks and learning methods for everyone - regardless of whether you are on the board for the first time or are already an experienced surfer. The surf course has a duration of 2 weeks, while the Spanish course can be booked for any duration.
Accommodation
We offer our Spanish students in Montañita two types of accommodations:
Homestay:
Living with an Ecuadorian family is a must-do for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Latin and Ecuadorian culture. We carefully pick our host families and they are all extremely friendly and open.
All the homes are right in town near the shops, stores, and restaurants, and also only a quick walk away from the school as well as the social atmosphere of the Cabañas. Homestays are a great way to surround themself with the language and culture of coastal Ecuador, giving themself the most opportunities to practice their Spanish. The homestay families embody warmth, hospitality, and inclusivity, making students feel welcome in their home away from home. The house and the private room will be simple and clean, but without many of the amenities you have at home. Located
conveniently in town, each homestay provides homemade breakfast and dinner daily, ensuring they taste authentic family style food.
Guest Houses:
Our language school has cozy cottages, which are about 5 minutes' walk from the school and just 3 minutes' walk from the beautiful sandy beach. This is how you get a real holiday feeling during your language course!
The cottages are surrounded by nature and are placed in a circle around a large pool with jacuzzi. The cottages, also called cabañas, are spacious and each has a bathroom, comfortable beds, hammocks and a fan. A large communal kitchen, a grill and chill-out area can also be found there. The cabañas were built as ecologically as possible, regarding materials and water consumption.
The area is quiet, so the Spanish students can find the peace to relax and do their homework.
There are 2 accommodation options to choose from: A private cabaña for individuals or couples, or cabañas for 4-6 people with shared rooms. Meals are not included, but the facility is well equipped for self catering.
Costs & Services
Our Spanish courses in Montañita include:
- Personal support before and during the Spanish course
- Quality Spanish course
- Teaching material
- Placement test
- Drinks, tea, coffee and biscuits during breaks
- Leisure activities offered by the school (may have extra cost)
- Country handbook Ecuador
- English-speaking contact person
- Intercultural guideline
- Free internet access at school
- Language certificate after completing the course
- 24/7 Emergency number
- Information about suitable travel health insurance
If booked, it also includes:
- Single room in homestay (breakfast & dinner)*
- Single room or shared room in guest house (no meals)*
* Accommodation as booked
Additionally, you can book:
- Airport pick-up in Guayaquil US$ 125
- Surf course, 7,5 lessons/week US$ 80/week
- Travel Health Insurance
Holidays 2025
Jan 01, Mar 03 + 04, Apr 18, May 02, 23, Aug 11, Oct 10, Nov 04, Dec 25
Group course (20 lessons/week)
2 weeks
US$ 360
3
weeks
US$ 540
4
weeks
US$ 720
extra week
US$ 180
Private course (20 lessons/week)
2
weeks
US$ 500
3
weeks
US$ 750
4
weeks
US$ 1,000
extra week
US$ 250
Homestay (single room, breakfast & dinner)
2
weeks
US$ 390
3
weeks
US$ 585
4
weeks
US$ 780
extra week
US$ 195
Holiday Cabin (shared room, no meals)
2
weeks
US$ 180
3
weeks
US$ 270
4
weeks
US$ 360
extra week
US$ 90
Holiday Cabin (single, no meals)
2
weeks
US$ 320
3
weeks
US$ 480
4
weeks
US$ 640
extra week
US$ 160
Enrolment fee US$ 30.
High season supplement for cabins between December 22 to May 04, 2025: Single US$ 30/week, shared US$ 15/week.
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