Where to Stay in Sagres

Sagres is the Algarve’s wild, windswept end: surf beaches, cliffs, the fortress and the legendary sunsets at Cape St Vincent. It’s a laid-back base for surfers, walkers and families who want a quieter Algarve. Here’s where to stay in Sagres.

Quick answer: for a design hotel with harbour views, Memmo Baleeira. For a classic clifftop stay facing the fortress, the Pousada de Sagres. For families, the Martinhal Sagres beach resort. On a budget, surf houses and guesthouses in town.

Where to stay

• Memmo Baleeira: a stylish hotel above the fishing harbour, with a pool and sea views. Walk to the boats and restaurants.
• Pousada de Sagres: a classic pousada on the clifftop, looking across to the fortress.
• Martinhal Sagres: a resort built for families, steps from sheltered Martinhal beach, with kids’ clubs. See Algarve family resorts.
• Surf houses and guesthouses: social, good value and close to the surf schools. Browse Sagres stays.

Areas

• Near the harbour (Baleeira): boats, fish restaurants and Mareta beach.
• The town centre: bars, cafés and surf shops.
• Martinhal: the calm bay east of town, best for families.
• Vila do Bispo and the west coast: quieter, rural stays near the wild beaches.

Tips

• It’s windy all year; bring a jacket.
• A car helps to explore the west coast beaches.
• Birdwatchers: October brings the autumn migration and a festival.
• From Faro airport: about 1h15–1h30.

More: Sagres and Cape St Vincent, Costa Vicentina and where to stay in the Algarve.

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