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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: The Happy Sailor in Viana do Castelo offers family rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and modern amenities. Each room includes a sofa bed, dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Modern Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, free WiFi, and free on-site private parking. Additional facilities include bicycle parking, express check-in and check-out services, and full-day security. Local Attractions: Located 2.7 km from Cabedelo Beach and 5 km from Santa Luzia Sanctuary, the boat provides easy access to nearby landmarks. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 60 km away. Activities and Surroundings: The Happy Sailor offers scuba diving opportunities and scenic views of the sea, mountains, and city.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Justin
South Africa
“It was unique being on a boat. Location on the Camino and close to restaurants and supermarket. But it is a boat and so a bit squashed for 3 people” - Laura
United Kingdom
“Liked the location as I was walking a Camino & it was on the trail. Serafin the owner was very helpful & charming.” - Pawel
Poland
“Experience of sleeping on the boat is one of the kind. The host is duper friendly and is truly the Hsppy Sailor. We loved the place!” - Betty
Netherlands
“De locatie!! Uitzicht op de brug van Eifel! En heerlijk op het water” - José
Spain
“Una forma de hospedaje absolutamente diferente y sorprendente.” - Patrícia
Portugal
“A experiencia de ficar num barco foi excepcional. Está bem equipado e com bim gosto. O Serafim foi super simpatico e acolhedor.” - Fr&mr
Portugal
“Nice experience sleeping in cozy sailboat, very attention host (Serafim),” - Aline
France
“Très belle expérience de passer deux jours sur un bateau. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour. Hôte très serviable et attentionné.” - Paula
Spain
“Todo perfecto Todo limpio, cómodo y bien ubicado. El puerto es tranquilo y tiene mucha seguridad Serafim es un encanto, muy agradable y amable Sin duda volveremos” - Paula
Spain
“Una experiencia nueva, muy divertida. Muy cómodo y relajante”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform The Happy Sailor in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.