SURFinn

What SURFinn does

SURFinn is a surf-style bed and breakfast brand operated by The Surf Group bvba, a Belgian private limited company headquartered in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, and trading under the SURFinn name since 1999. The company runs a portfolio of four self-operated surfhouses — Vieux Boucau in Southern France (Les Landes), plus Algarve, Lisbon (Costa de Caparica), and Figueira da Foz in Portugal — each offering dorm, double, triple, and family rooms within walking distance of Atlantic surf spots, with breakfast included, optional dinners, and shared amenities such as pools, yoga decks, and rooftop bars. Guests are predominantly individual leisure travelers (families, couples, friend groups, solo adventurers) and digital nomads seeking counter-seasonal long stays, served via direct-to-consumer booking through surfinn.eu integrated with the Bookinglayer reservation platform.

The core product combines accommodation, surf lessons for beginners and intermediates, equipment rental, and curated special programs (Surf Coaching Weeks, Surf & Mindfulness Weeks, Longstay Portugal, and Custom Group Retreats). The technology stack is built on third-party SaaS rather than proprietary systems: Bookinglayer handles reservations and payments, Mailchimp manages CRM and email marketing, Dropbox supports data backup, and Google provides email operations. No mobile app, API, or AI-enabled features are disclosed.

The business model is asset-light in marketing (digital-first content, SEO, Instagram, Facebook, newsletter) but capital-intensive in real estate through the four owned/leased properties. Revenue streams span accommodation bookings (primary), professional surf instruction, equipment rental, and one-off program fees, with pricing not publicly disclosed and customers paying a 30% deposit on booking plus the balance six weeks before arrival. Customer financial protection is provided through membership in the Belgian Guarantee Fund for Travel (GfG). The company is founder-operated with five registered employees and no disclosed external funding or institutional ownership.

Name

SURFinn

Legal name

The Surf Group bvba

Website

https://surfinn.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SURFinn (The Surf Group bvba) operates four self-run surf-style bed and breakfasts in France and Portugal, serving leisure travelers, families, and digital nomads with accommodation, surf lessons, and curated retreats booked directly through its website.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Surf Hospitality and Vacation Accommodations

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284), Caterers (722320)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Surfing & Kitesurfing Experiences (Lessons, Camps) (THAJAJAJ), Surf Schools & Surf Camps (THAAAKAC)

Keywords

• Surf accommodations
• Surf vacation packages
• Surf lessons
• Beach bed breakfast
• Surf coaching retreats

Headquarters

HQ city

Zwijndrecht

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Bookings: Revenue primarily from surf-style bed and breakfast accommodations across four locations. Guests book rooms (dorm, double, triple, family suites) with inclusive breakfast. Additional revenue from optional dinner services.
2. Surf Lessons: Surf lessons booked directly with SURFinn at each location. Professional surf school with qualified instructors offering packages for beginners and intermediate surfers. Equipment included with lessons.
3. Equipment Rental: Surf gear rental available for guests, with unlimited use outside of lessons included in lesson packages.
4. Special Programs: Specialized programs including Surf Coaching Weeks, Surf & Mindfulness retreats, and Long Stay packages for digital nomads during winter months.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SURFinn operates a portfolio of four self-run surf-style bed and breakfast houses in France (Vieux Boucau) and Portugal (Algarve, Lisbon, Figueira da Foz), selling accommodation stays with breakfast, surf lessons booked directly through in-house professional surf schools, surf equipment rental, and seasonal special programs (Surf Coaching Weeks, Surf & Mindfulness Weeks, Longstay for digital nomads, and custom group retreats). The core product is bundled surf-hospitality vacations combining lodging, surf instruction, and a community-oriented social experience at beachfront properties.

Product overview

SURFinn is a surf vacation brand operated by The Surf Group bvba, offering a portfolio of four self-operated surf-style bed and breakfast locations across France and Portugal: SURFinn Vieux Boucau (France), SURFinn Algarve, SURFinn Lisbon, and SURFinn Figueira da Foz. Each location provides accommodation (dorm, triple, double, and family rooms), surf lessons booked directly with hosts, daily breakfast included, optional dinner programs, swimming pools, and proximity to surf spots. The company also organizes seasonal special programs including Surf Coaching Weeks, Surf & Mindfulness Weeks, and Longstay Portugal for digital nomads. Additional services include equipment rental, surf transfers, and custom group retreats for corporate, yoga, mindfulness, and fitness groups.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SURFinn Vieux Boucau Surf-style bed and breakfast in Vieux Boucau, Les Landes, France, 400 meters from the beach, featuring a heated pool, garden, yoga deck, and bar, offering dorm, double, and deluxe-for-4-6 rooms to surfers and vacationers of all skill levels.
• SURFinn Algarve Surf-style bed and breakfast near Praia Monte Clerigo, Aljezur, Portugal, with panoramic ocean and valley views, pool, bar, multiple terraces, garden, and deluxe rooms for 4–6 guests with private bathrooms.
• SURFinn Lisbon Surf-style bed and breakfast in Costa de Caparica, Lisbon, with a pool, rooftop bar, living room with fireplace, and garden, offering deluxe rooms, triple rooms with shared bathrooms, and dorms to surfers and Lisbon visitors.
• SURFinn Figueira da Foz Surf bed and breakfast between Porto and Lisbon in Figueira da Foz with sea views, pool, and garden, offering double, triple, four-person rooms, and dorm accommodations to surfers, families, and solo travelers.
• Surf Coaching Weeks Pre- and post-season specialized coaching trips focused on improving surfing skills and knowledge, delivered with professional coaches, video analysis, and small group settings for intermediate surfers.
• Surf & Mindfulness Weeks Specialized trips combining daily surfing sessions with guided meditations and yoga experiences led by coach Matthias and Yogi Anke, suitable for all experience levels.
• Longstay Portugal Extended-stay program in Portugal during winter months offering favorable rates for digital nomads, remote workers, and long-stay guests at SURFinn Lisbon and Surfbase Lisbon locations.
• Custom Group Retreats Customizable retreats for corporate trips, team outings, yoga retreats, mindfulness sessions, food enthusiasts, schools, and fitness groups, with tailored surf, yoga, and activity programs.
• Surf Lessons Professional surf school lessons for beginners and intermediate surfers aged 8+ (6+ at Figueira da Foz), offered in 3-day or 5-day packages with qualified instructors and equipment included, available across all four SURFinn locations.
• SUP Adventures (Algarve) Stand-Up Paddleboarding experiences at Praia do Barranco beach near the Algarve location, available for on-site booking.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Surfacademy ProminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurf equipment and training partner. Appears as brand partner displayed on the SURFinn website, indicating some form of collaboration for surf coaching and equipment provision.
• C-SkinsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWetsuit and surf apparel brand partner. Displayed in partner section of website, likely providing equipment discounts or promotional partnerships for SURFinn guests.
• SoftdogminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSurf gear partner. Listed as brand partner offering discount codes to newsletter subscribers. Partnership includes promotional offers for SURFinn customers.
• DevotedminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSurf lifestyle brand partner displayed in partner section of the website.
• BSSFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrand partner listed in the SURFinn partner section.
• NK SurftourminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurf tour operator partner based in Netherlands. Collaboration suggests tour coordination or referral relationship for Dutch surf travelers.
• Surfrider FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOcean conservation organization. Partnership indicates commitment to environmental sustainability and ocean protection, aligning with surf culture values.
• BookinglayercoreTechnology or IntegrationBooking and payment processing platform. Used for organizing holiday reservations. Customer data stored for the purpose of organizing holidays and deleted within one year after departure.
• VAB VerzekeringenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBelgian insurance provider for cancellation and travel insurance offered to SURFinn travelers. Insurance is mandatory for participants but can also be arranged with external parties.
• GfG (Guarantee Fund for Travel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTravel guarantee fund (member number 9112). Within limits of GfG guarantee scheme, trips are covered. This provides financial protection for travelers in case of insolvency.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Selina: Large global hostel/hotel brand with a strong surf, co-working, and wellness positioning across Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Operates at much greater scale and breadth than SURFinn but competes for the same surf-lifestyle and digital-nomad guest.

Direct peers

• Nomad Surf Camp: Surf accommodation and school in Peniche/Portugal targeting beginner surfers with bundled surf lesson and lodging packages. Direct overlap with SURFinn Figueira da Foz and Lisbon locations.
• Lapoint Camps: European surf camp operator running multi-country, accommodation-plus-surf-lesson packages in Portugal, Morocco, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Closest direct competitor to SURFinn's surfhouse-plus-lessons model across multiple destinations.
• Dreamsea Surf Camp: Multi-country boutique surf resort operator with locations in Portugal, Spain, France, Nicaragua, and Indonesia, combining surf coaching with on-site accommodation and wellness activities. Comparable concept and guest profile to SURFinn.
• Baleal Surf Camp: Peniche-based surf camp offering accommodation, surf lessons, and equipment for beginner to advanced surfers. Competes for the same Portuguese surf-vacation demand as SURFinn.
• Atlantic Riders: Portugal-based surf camp and accommodation operator offering surf lessons, equipment, and lodging primarily in the Algarve and Ericeira. Directly comparable to SURFinn's Algarve and Lisbon/Caparica locations.
• Walking on Waves: Portuguese surf school and camp operator providing lessons, accommodation packages, and surf tours along the Algarve and Alentejo coasts. Directly comparable to SURFinn Algarve's offering.
• The Surf Hotel: Boutique surf-themed hotel in Fuerteventura combining accommodation with surf school and equipment. Closely aligned hospitality-plus-surf-school concept, though in the Canaries rather than mainland Europe.
• Surfivor Surf Camp: Portugal-focused surf camp and accommodation operator in Peniche/Ericeira area offering surf lessons, equipment rental, and hostel-style lodging. Targets a similar beginner-to-intermediate European surf traveler.

Others

• Surfblend: Related brand sharing the Surfblend booking platform (booking.surfblend.com) used by SURFinn. Sister/parent surf-travel brand within The Surf Group ecosystem, with overlapping guest base in Dutch and Belgian surf markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/surfinns
• Instagraminstagram.com/surfinn__
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/surfinn

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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