Welcome to SurfCity Homestay

SurfCity Homestay is a homestay placement service dedicated to connecting students from all over the world with local host families. Based in San Pedro, CA and serving all of California since 2017. Our homestay coordinators work hard to match students with qualified host families that suit the specific needs and preferences of our students. We have connected thousands of students with our host families – each with a unique experience!

We hope to connect you with a welcoming and caring family while you are studying in California.

We hope you feel at home while away from home!

For more information, please check out FAQ or contact us through Contact.

A cozy wooden room featuring a bunk bed with a person lying on the top bunk. The room is well-lit with warm lighting and has wooden walls and ceiling. There is a single bed with a pillow, two stools, and a hanging lamp. On the floor, there's a suitcase and a backpack placed near the bed.
A cozy wooden room featuring a bunk bed with a person lying on the top bunk. The room is well-lit with warm lighting and has wooden walls and ceiling. There is a single bed with a pillow, two stools, and a hanging lamp. On the floor, there's a suitcase and a backpack placed near the bed.

150+

Student friendly

study abroad host families
study abroad host families

Staying at SurfCity Homestay was a fantastic experience! The host family was welcoming, and the home-cooked meals made me feel right at home. Highly recommend!

Emily Chen

A modern, single-story house situated in a lush green garden with several trees surrounding it. The house has a combination of white and brown exterior walls, large windows, and a small patio area with people socializing. There are two lounge chairs positioned on a stretch of grass covered with a white canopy.
A modern, single-story house situated in a lush green garden with several trees surrounding it. The house has a combination of white and brown exterior walls, large windows, and a small patio area with people socializing. There are two lounge chairs positioned on a stretch of grass covered with a white canopy.

★★★★★