Noah Surf House Portugal
Boho-industrial surf lodge meets eco-resort. Think earthy tones, concrete bathrooms, Marshall speakers, floor-to-ceiling ocean windows, and a crowd that ranges from three-generation families to solo surfer dudes to mindfulness seekers.
Book a bungalow over a room for more privacy and a breezier feel; the Mar & Cook is ideal for self-caterers
Why It Matters
One of the most fully-realized surf hotels in Europe — it's not just a place to sleep near the water, it's a complete lifestyle ecosystem. Every stay includes yoga, pilates, skating, trekking, and functional training at no extra charge. The on-site skate park, rooftop jacuzzi, chef-led restaurant, and obsessive sustainability credentials make this stand out well beyond a typical surf camp.
Noah Surf House is a bohemian, eco-conscious boutique surf hotel sitting directly above Praia da Física on Portugal's Silver Coast, about an hour north of Lisbon. Born in 2015 and opened as a hotel in July 2018, it runs 8 rooms and 13 bungalows, all designed around the idea that the best days end around a fire with salt in your hair. The architecture nods to the beach colony that once stood here — raw concrete, reclaimed wood, upcycled furnishings — and the place is run with serious sustainability conviction: solar panels, no single-use plastics, an organic garden, composting hens, and zero air conditioning (sea breeze only).
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Bungalow Mar
From EUR195 / nightThe most intimate option — a compact 28m² bungalow with a sea view balcony, wood-burning stove, and outdoor shower. Ideal for a couple who want a private beach-house feel without the space (or price) of the larger units. Has its own surfboard rack outside.
Queen-size or twin bed, one additional twin bed · 28 sqmBungalow Mar & Cook
From EUR220 / nightA detached bungalow with a sea view and a fully equipped kitchen — the pick for couples or families who want more independence. Brighter and more private than the hotel rooms, with a balcony facing the garden and sea, outdoor shower, and surfboard racks. One of two units accessible for wheelchair users.
Queen-size or twin beds, additional twin beds available · 45 sqmMar Room
From EUR220 / nightThe flagship sea-view room. Floor-to-ceiling windows look straight at the Atlantic, with a balcony where you can watch the sunset or fall asleep to wave sounds. Has a mezzanine level for extra beds, a wood-burning stove, and a concrete double-head shower. Industrial-eco aesthetic with reclaimed wood and upcycled furnishings.
Queen-size or twin beds, additional twin beds available · 46 sqm
Terra Room
From EUR190 / nightThe biggest option in the house at 75m² — these rooms face the organic garden rather than the sea, which sounds like a consolation prize until you see the 30m² private terrace with its own outdoor shower and surfboard racks. Mezzanine or suspended hanging beds add to the playfulness. Excellent for groups of up to 8. Prices from €190 in low season.
Queen-size and twin beds, mezzanine or hanging beds, additional twin beds available · 75 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A guided tour of Noah's organic vegetable garden and composting circuit, plus collecting eggs from the resident hens. A hit with kids.
Make and eat a traditional Portuguese chocolate salami — one of the more popular family activities.
Family movie nights with popcorn in the Dynamic Lab, which has a 3m x 2m screen and 5,000-lumen projector.
Surfboards and wetsuits, skateboards and helmets, bicycles, and video analysis for surf sessions. Bikes included in stay; surfboard/wetsuit rentals are additional.
Functional training sessions using fitballs, bands, and ropes in the hotel fitness room. Also includes HIIT, Slackline, Animal Flow, and kids play time. All included in stay.
Bonfire sessions at sunset with live music — guitar and accordion. A signature Noah evening ritual.
A 20m² graffiti wall on-site for creative expression sessions.
Every Wednesday evening in high season from 6:30pm, the rooftop fires up a barbecue with a DJ set. Open to guests and non-guests.
On-site skate park with a wood wave and skate bowl. Sessions for kids and adults: Skate, Longboard Skate, and kids-specific classes. Skate equipment (boards, helmets) included with stay.
SUP sessions at Óbidos Lagoon for guests aged 13+. Van transport to the lagoon included. Available as individual or family/friends group session.
Private surf sessions exclusively for small groups of family/friends. Participants must be at least 6 years old and at the same surf level.
Certified surf instructors run lessons for ages 13+ at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels in groups of up to 5. Kids aged 6–12 have dedicated surf kids sessions. Usually on Santa Cruz beach, but sessions may travel to Calada Beach, Peniche, or Foz do Arelho depending on conditions. Transport by van included.
Scenic coastal walks overlooking the beaches of Santa Cruz. Guided treks included in the stay.
Daily yoga classes (all levels, family and kids variants) plus Liquid Balance — a water-based mindfulness practice. Also Pilates and Stretching sessions. Check the activity calendar for daily schedule.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary WiFi throughout property.
On-site gym open to both hotel guests and the local community. Functional training and Body & Mind classes. Simple and family-friendly concept.
All rooms and bungalows stocked with Damana bath and body products.
Outdoor trampoline included with stay.
A multi-purpose meeting and leisure room with a 3m x 2m silver screen, 5,000-lumen HDMI projector, and full sound system. Suitable for meetings, seminars, training sessions, and movie nights.
Complimentary private on-site car parking for hotel guests.
Up to 2 pets (dogs and/or cats) allowed in rooms/bungalows, provided each weighs no more than 15kg. Pets not permitted in restaurant, rooftop, pool, gym, or store areas.
Outdoor infinity-edge pool facing the ocean. 19.5m long x 6m wide x 1.2m deep. Open year-round. Included in all stays.
Outdoor jacuzzi on the rooftop solar deck with ocean views. Available to all guests and rooftop visitors in high season.
On-site surf and lifestyle shop selling surf gear, sustainable brands, and Noah-branded products.
On-site skate park with a wood wave and skate bowl. Included with stay for hotel guests. Board and helmet hire available.
On-site organic vegetable and herb garden that supplies the restaurant. Edible flowers, aromatic herbs, and seasonal vegetables. Chickens on-site for fresh eggs.
Solar panels cover around 70% of the hotel's water-heating needs. Aerothermal energy heats floors. Rainwater and greywater reused for gardens. No single-use plastics; each guest receives a reusable stainless steel water bottle with refill stations throughout. Robust composting programme.
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