Sagres Sun Stay - Hostel & Surf Camp

Name: Sagres Sun Stay - Hostel & Surf Camp — WaveCamps Editor's Review
Item: Sagres Sun Stay - Hostel & Surf Camp
Rating: 60
Author: Edijs Grins

Sagres Sun Stay offers well-prepped surf lessons near beautiful spots, friendly staff, great meals, and spacious rooms with pool and bar amenities.

Europe Portugal

4.5 /5

Guest Consensus

Sagres Sun Stay - Hostel & Surf Camp

★★★★ 408 Google reviews

Best For

Social surfers seeking friendly staff and focused lessons, who don't mind walking to surf spots.

What guests are saying: Guests consistently highlight friendly staff and well-organized surf lessons near quality local spots, with instructors like Fabio and Mar named often. The atmosphere varies, with some guests noting unprofessional behavior from an instructor.

What Guests Loved

✓Instructors Mar, Fabio, and Gala frequently praised for friendliness and support
✓Surf lessons include scouting for best local surf conditions daily
✓Balconied rooms with great views and good storage space
✓Included meals are fresh and tasty, especially breakfasts with good coffee
✓Amenities like pool, bar, and restaurant receive frequent positive mentions

Good to Know

ℹCoin-operated showers run only 10 minutes per use
ℹBathrooms are large but can require a long walk depending on room location
ℹSome guests noticed occasional unprofessional or sexist instructor remarks

The Vibe

Guests praise the kindness and friendliness of staff and volunteers like Mar, Fabio, and Gala, creating a social atmosphere. However, some guests report occasional unprofessional remarks from instructors that affected the vibe negatively. Overall, the atmosphere mixes strong camaraderie with moments of discomfort for some.

The Location & Surf

The camp is located near excellent surf spots, with instructors scouting the best conditions each day. Surf lessons include visits to local beaches praised for quality waves, though the site itself requires a bit of walking to reach the main surf zones.

Accommodation

Rooms are spacious with balconies offering great views and ample storage. Beds are comfortable but some minor issues with old curtains and distance to large bathrooms noted. Cleanliness is generally good, though some guests mention the bathrooms could be cleaner.

Amenities

Facilities include a bar, restaurant, pool, and sunbeds, receiving positive reviews for ambiance and service. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in packages and described as tasty and fresh. Showers are coin-operated and limited to 10 minutes per use.

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