Well, I don't know, where to start. It was just great with those guys ❤
Sid has an open ear for the guests, taking care of everyones needs, looking for adjustments wherever/whenever possible: appreciate it so much, vegetarian/vegan options at breakfast, family dinner and BBQ weren't only salads but real alternatives to meat etc.! Really gonna miss the breakfast with changing specials, a little surprise every morning :)

Alex, the most passionate, heartfull, warm and committed surf teacher you can imagine! Got essentiall tipps and advices from her, I haven't heard about from others before. Together with her comes Splinter, open-hearted, welcoming, already spreading the fun and joy of surf live even before the first lesson on the way to the beach. They kept an eye on all of us, helping us with individual feedback to do better wave by wave, day by day. If you are not into surfing after a week with Alex and Splinter, it will probably just not gonna happen.

There is this wonderful familiar atmosphere at the hostel, thanks to Caro, Hester, Minna and Darcy. Together with Sid and Alex they made me feel like visiting friends abroad in their big house as a guest rather than staying at a hostel. I felt welcome since the very first moment, enjoyed their cooking and baking skills, had lots of fun spending time with them during planned activities or when there was some time to hang out a little, always felt comfortable around them :) Whenever you needed something, there was someone there for you. Thank you so much!

And if you feel like taking some time for yourself, this is possible here as well. You can surely find a quite place somewhere in this cozy location or you can go for a little walk and enjoy the sun and peacefullness of Sagres.

I am so grateful for the time with all of you! Gonna come back next year in April and then for more than a single week, can't wait! Wish you all the best ❤

Excellent séjour dans cette surfhouse, climat accueillant et bienveillant du staff, propreté irréprochable, lits confortables et pratiques (rideaux, prise électrique, lumière dans chaque lit), le dortoir féminin a même sa salle de bain privée! J'ai rarement autant aimé un séjour en auberge et en surfcamp, qui fait pensé à une semaine UCPA mais avec une super ambiance internationale, respectueuse des envies et vacances de chacun: des surfeurs, des randonneurs ou des voyageurs de passage se retrouvent dans une ambiance conviviale créé par l'hôtel, sans susciter d'obligation. Des cours de yoga gratuits sont également proposés. Les petits déjeuners et les repas organisés par l'hôtel sont en plus excellents, avec produits de qualité. Allez-y les yeux fermés!

I want to thank the whole team for an amazing time in Sagres. The hostel was not only very cozy, clean and welcoming, it was also managed by a passionate team. The manager, Sid, was very helpful. He was very insightful regarding the surfing lessons and the organization. Special notice for the free and DELICIOUS breakfast that we had every morning. And last but not least, I want to thank Alex, one of the surf instructeurs. She was amazingly passionate, caring and good at her job. I only want to come back in order to get to surf with her again :) Thank you to the whole team and see you again

This hostel is a really special place, full of heartwarming people and fun activities. Thank you especially to the best hostel manager, Sid, who was so nice and well-organised and who helped us a lot in organisind our surf lessons.
Thank you also to the best surf teacher, Alex, who is truly an incredible human being and teacher. She took it upon herself to teach us really important aspects of surfing and to make us feel confident and happy in the water ! Don't wait to book lessons with her :)
All in all, this is the perfect hostel if you want to meet cool people, if you want to chill, it you want to surf, even if you don't want to surf. There was no pressure to take part in the activities, just good vibes and positivity. Also the best included breakfast ! Thank you so much to everyone for making our vacation better in all aspects.

I stayed as part of a large group at Algarve Surf Hostel for a week and I couldn’t recommend it enough!!
Immediately it became home for the week, I felt very welcome and safe as soon as I arrived. The staff and volunteers went above and beyond to accommodate for our needs as well as being super fun and joining in with our activities. The surf lessons were of a very high standard, Miguel is the best instructor I’ve ever had, I feel like he became personally invested in developing my skills and made sure to spend plenty of time with each student as well as giving us freedom to practise. The food was beautiful, every day the volunteers put effort into baking us something new and delicious! The hostel itself was the perfect space for our group. The room in stayed in had cabin-like bunk beds which were very solid and provided a curtain for each bunk. The bathrooms, kitchen and communal areas were lovely and clean. I particularly enjoyed spending time in the outdoor areas - comfy outdoor furniture in a sunny corner of the garden or the sheltered seating areas which served us well during the rain!

Overall a wonderful experience and I would love to return :)

Amazing experience at Algarve Surf Camp and Hostel! The service was faultless - staff were very welcoming and the food served was excellent, with everything homemade using high quality ingredients) Great location, about a 15-minute walk to the beach! Surf instructors were enthusiastic and understanding. A special thank you to Alex for your encouragement. I would highly recommend Algarve Surf Camp for an affordable surf trip!

Absolutely brilliant! Stayed for a week as part of a uni surf trip and cannot wait to come back!

The hostel itself is lovely, always kept clean & tidy and only a 5 minute walk from the beach. Sid and the volunteer team were all super welcoming and always willing to help.

The surf school is also great and it's super easy having it all sorted out through the hostel!

Amazing hostel! The staff go out of their way to help and are all very kind and welcoming. Perfect distance from the beach, clean accomodation with pretty decor, lovely surf instructors & overall a great experience. Despite having poor weather conditions, we still had the best time, thanks to all the Algarve Surf staff ????

Went with uni surf trip, all around great vibes and lovely people running it. 10/10 ????????

Amazing hostel!!! Just got back from a week at Algarve surf camp and we all loved it! The staff and volunteers were so friendly and accommodating. The surf instructors are very knowledgeable and always prioritised our safety and enjoyment! Facilities on the camp were all perfect and breakfasts were incredible! Will be recommending anyone who visits Sagres to stay here! ❤️

One of the best hostel's I have ever been to. and that is all thanks to the amazing work carried out by all the staff so I want to say a huge thank you to Sid, Alex, Hester, Darcey, Minna, Jetti and Klara!!

Sending lots of love from rainy Leeds x

A phenomenal hostel, we took out a huge group during one of the worst weather weeks but the amazing staff at the hostel made sure we still had a brilliant week. I cannot thank you all enough for everything that you did for us!! If you're looking to book for groups or as an individual, this is the only place in Sagres for you!!

Lots of love,

Art

Stayed here as part of a large university group and couldn't have asked for a more perfect spot! Super organised with surf lessons, clean and the staff consistently went above and beyond.

Stayed here as a part of a large group from a University Surf Club.

The staff made us all feel welcome and put up with our antics, the location and facilities were great and the quality of the surf lesson's was very good.

Perfect place to stay in sagres. We went as a large group and booked out the entire hostel, and we had a brilliant time! Having a large group like ours can be overwhelming, but all the staff were super friendly, helpful and made us feel right at home. The food was great and kept us fuelled up for all our activities, and it's only a 5 minute walk to a great surfing beach! Lessons and equipment were top quality, and suited our needs perfectly. Sagres has beaches that offer great surfing for all abilities and has a great overall vibe. I can't recommend Algarve surf camp enough for the ultimate surfing holiday!

So lovely, the staff were very hospitable and were happy to help with any problems. One of the best trips I've been on despite the weather! ????????

Loveliest hostel, nicest staff, delicious breakfast and overall such a pleasant experience would 100% recommend.
Alex was an amazing surf instructor!

We did the surf camp in the first week of November. Sid and team were great and the hostel had a relaxed vibe. Clean and comfy. Although it took a while to get on the water, the lessons were useful and Alex in particular was incredibly helpful and positive. To improve there could be more coaches per student but overall it was great and we’d love to come back for another camp. Jack & Sev.

I had a great stay at algarve surf hostel, small family hostel that feels like home.
Also enjoyed the high quality surf lessons!
Would recommend 100%

Second time back in this amazing Surf paradise. Biggest pros are very welcoming hosts Sid & Vic together with always fun volunteers and ofcourse the coaches as well.
Accomodation is simple, yet didn't feel like needed more. Choosing dorm room means you just leave with a bunch of new friends.

If there is one way to sum up the Algarve Surf Hostel experience, it is this: I came to stay for a month and stayed for seven. And I wasn't the first and won't be the last to fall in love with this place forever.

What Sid and Vic (managers) have created in this hostel is something unique, an atmosphere where volunteers and guests (and lovely cats) feel at home from minute one.

Every week they create several events where volunteers and guests dine together, creating spaces for synergies and getting to know each other, which makes it perfect for solo travellers.

The breakfast is top notch, they bake something fresh every day and there are plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians. Every week there are two family dinners where you can enjoy Sid's incredible cuisine accompanied by an amazing dessert made by Victoria.

The surf lessons are super complete and the instructors will help you to improve your surfing as well as to become an independent surfer in the water so you can enjoy the sport wherever you go.

The hostel is very well kept, has a fully equipped kitchen so you can cook whatever you want, the private rooms are super cozy and the shared dorms have plenty of space and offer lots of privacy as they have curtains and are well insulated for noises.

If you are thinking about volunteering, don't think about it, it will probably be one of the best experiences of your life. Most volunteers repeat or, like me, never leave.

If you are thinking about coming as a guest, don't think about it, you will fall in love with every second you spend at the hostel in the company of the managers, volunteers and surf instructors and Sagres will become one of your favourite places in the world. Pinky promise.

I did the surf camp, and it was so amazing, the place has a beautiful vibe. Volunteers and instructors were very kind, funny and make the place unforgettable. I strongly recommend to make the surf camp, the classes are good, ask the instructors to give you feedback and you can improve a lot. I learnt so much, special thanks to my teachers Alex and Juli, thank you!

The location is cozy and peaceful and very close to the beaches. Many organized experiences are offered to the guests, from the surf courses and yoga lessons to social moments.
But, more important, people who work in the hostel welcome you as family.

I had an amazing time at algarve surf hostel. I booked a week in the hostel with 5 days of surf lessons. all the teachers have been amazing, the surfing was so much fun. also all the volounteers at the hostel are very nice, they organize a lot of different activities every day, you never get bored. I had an amazing week and would love to come back again!

It was amazing,
lovely people and an awesome community!