i have stayed here a couple of time is perfect for young groups of people. Popular amoug my surfing buddies. As is right next to beach. Good for Newbies aswell as it is right next to probably the most popular surf school.

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I've stayed here aswell once was the best place everyone stying there was pretty cool, in the busy area but thats the point I think! Taking some mates there in the summer late August. Want to teach a few of them to surf and drink ;)

I've stayed here too, really cool place didnt get much sleep tbh lol but like you say is right next to the beach and staggering distance from best bars! Not alot fo surfing got done that holiday! lol