SURFinn Algarve
Relax in a family surfing paradise on the west coast of Portugal.Â
Experience the family surfing lifestyle from the gorgeous little beach hamlet of Praia Monte Clerigo in southwest Portugal. Tucked away from the busy hubs on the Algarve, here you can enjoy waves on the doorstep and easy access to all the surfing hotspots from a chic surf house packed with creature comforts and hotel-style facilities.
Wake up to views of the ocean, valley and mountains, fuel up on delicious Portuguese cuisine and pick a surf package to suit your ability and style.
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Overview
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Rooms
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Onsite
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Surf & Beaches
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Food
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Things to do
Family friendly: All ages welcome and well catered for.
Surf level: Waves for all levels, from beginners to experts.
Other activities: Yoga, SUP, cycling, hiking, fitness equipment and beach games.
Season and climate: April to November only. Av. temperatures of 20C in the shoulder months and 23C from June to September.
Time zone: Â UTC
- SURFinn Algarve has six stylish rooms sleeping 3-6 guests.
- Deluxe rooms sleep 4-6 guests, with panoramic sea views, a private bathroom and terrace, a double bed and bunk beds.
- Standard rooms sleep 4-5 guests, with a private bathroom, but no sea views or private terrace.
- If you're just a small family, you can bag a 3-person room, with a double and single bed, and a private bathroom.
- A baby cot is available on request.
- There is also a dorm room with a shared bathroom.
When you're not at the beach, every member of the family can relax at the SURFinn with facilities to keep all ages fuelled up and entertained. These include:
- Onsite yoga sessions.
- Lush garden and terraces with breathtaking views of the Algarve and lots of sunny spots to relax.
- Cosy living space with a fireplace, and a bar next to the garden.
- Swimming pool with loungers.
- Fitness equipment that can be used indoors or outdoors.
- Free use of beach games
- Free coffee, tea and water available all day.
- Concierge services.
Surf lessons are provided by an excellent local surf school.
These can be pre-arranged through SURFinn, in packages of 3 or 5 lessons, for beginners or intermediate surfers. The minimum age of participants is 8 years old.
Surf lessons take place at the surf spot in front of the house, or in Arrifana – a 10-minute drive away –depending on the surf conditions.Â
There are surfboards and wetsuits available at the surf school (two minutes from the beach), which you can rent daily.
The SURFinn Algarve is located on the west coast of Portugal, with easy access to many great surf spots. If the swell gets too big on the west coast, it's a short hop to the south coast, where waves are usually smaller.
If you don't hire a car, you can carpool with other guests or book a transfer for €5 per lesson in Arrifana. This can be arranged on-site and you will be picked up and dropped off at the SURFinn.
The Algarve has many options for surfing, so there is always somewhere to surf nearby, no matter the surf conditions.
Check out our Family Surfing Guide to Portugal for more information.
- Breakfast is included in the accommodation. You can expect a breakfast buffet with baguettes, croissants, chocolate buns, granola and cereal, yoghurt and fruit.
- Optional dinner service is available on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday. You can book in advance or on location, and all dietary requirements are catered for.
- In walking distance of the house, you find two great restaurants:
- O Sargo where you can find amazing authentic Portuguese dishes
- O Zé: a great place for lunch or an after-surf pasteis de nata
You can also drive to Arrifana or the South coast for many great lunch or dinner options. The crew on location will be able to give you the best tips for restaurants, so feel free to ask them.
- Go for a hike in the Monchique mountains.
- Rent a bike and explore the coastline.
- Enjoy yoga lessons onsite.
- You can visit many towns like Lagos, Sagres or Luz.