Debbie and Steve (and the ever-so-happy and play time eager collie Star) really made our stay in Figuera da Foz fantastic - atmosphere in hostel is great and they were also happy to answer whatever questions we might have and tell us stories and things of interest about the city as well as suggest great things to do. The rooms... More

Debby, Steve and Star (the dog) really know how to let backpackers feel like home! The hostel lives with this wonderful couple and so are it´s guests. We just planned to stay for one night and ended up longer as it is just a cosy, friendly and funny place. And Figuera da Foz does the rest to make it an... More

Steve, Debbie and the whole crew are fantastic and so welcoming. You get the feeling that you're at home and feel comfortable throughout your stay. I highly recommend their pizza and bbq's, and the terrace proves the perfect spot for chilling with a beer! (didn't join the hundy club though- maybe next time!) I was organising a large group, and... More

We stayed here for three nights and wish we had more time to spend in Figuiera de Foz at The Paintshop before taking to the skies again. Seriously fun hostel, so welcoming it felt like we were hanging out at a friend's house the whole time - everybody staying just naturally gelled and all the evening activities planned and run... More

The Paintshop is faultless - it doesn't feel like a hostel, it feels like visiting a friend's house abroad where you feel immediately at home and with friends. Great atmosphere, everything you could need and excellent surf lessons. Will definitely be back!

Fi, Steve and Debs are all lovely people who care about what they're doing at the Paintshop! This is definitely one of the best hostels I've stayed in, immaculately clean, welcoming, relaxed environment to be in. The beds are SUPER comfortable (if you know hostels, you know this is rare!) the beer is cold, the wine is cheap, the smoking... More

we stay with my girlfriend on this hostel for three night and everything was just perfect. all the staff fiona steeve and debby are so helpful and very nice.the room was perfectly clean and clear with very nice bed. Breakfast , reception , private bar , barbecue , surf lessons everything is done to make you the life easier. we... More

We had a great week at the Paintshop hostel. Great surferscamp, lovely people. Thank you. Highley reccomended!

I extended my stay from 2 to 6 nights because the staff and owners were very friendly and provided everything I needed to explore the city. Although people surf mostly in the summer in Fig da Foz, I didn't find it necessary to wear a wetsuit! There was still plenty of sunshine to stay warm and the helped me find... More