Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta
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- Quiet, scenic site 20 minutes’ drive from the centre of Lagos
- A 10-minute drive from Burgau beach on the Algarve coast
- Dog-friendly site with access to community kitchen building
Ever dreamed of seeing Algarve coast beaches with limestone cliffs and golden sand? What about the city of Lagos, long known for its delicious seafood, cobbled old town and nearby sea stacks? Both are a short drive away from Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta, which not only has access to the coast by car in 10 minutes and Lagos in 20, but also has views over the sloping Faro countryside.
This is a quiet site that’s both scenic and easy to get to, with access just off the M535. Unwinding should come easily here, whether it's walking, meditating or meeting the other guests at the community kitchen building on site.
The site feels lovely and private, surrounded by greenery and with just a small scattering of amenities including showers, composting loos and wifi. Dogs are welcome on site, so you don’t need to leave your furry companions at home.
When you're ready to don your sandals for some beach time, Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta is a 10-minute drive from the fishing town of Burgau and more Algarve beaches are scattered along the surrounding coast within a 10- to 20-minute drive of the site. That makes activities like swimming, surfing, canoeing and diving all easy to arrange. Plus, for those of you who'd rather go hiking, biking or golfing, there are plenty of trails within a short drive of the site, and the nearest golf course is in Espiche, less than 10 minutes' drive away.
Exploring beaches or the city of Lagos (20 minutes’ drive) could be hungry work. That's where the local village, Barão de São João, should come in handy. It has several bars and restaurants, all within a five-minute drive of the site.
Site type
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5Open all year
A charge of €1,50 (R30,99) applies for the use of the shower.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Portuguese
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Electric optional gravel pitch
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Disliked We paid deposit to pitch up, arrived in the afternoon, place was chained shut, waited half an hour, gave up and found a motorhome site in carvoeira
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From the manager: We had to declare "force majeur" due to bush fire we suffered. We informed our customers ASAP, however since the booking was done shortly before arrival of the guests, they didn't receive our immediate response in time.
This was unfortunate, but given the extreme circumstances, the short term booking didn't allow to avoid the situation, what we regret.
Hopefully next time.
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Electric optional gravel pitch
Liked Cannot comment as the site cancelled our reservation due to a concern over wildfires!
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta
M 535
Barão de São João
Lagos
Portugal
8600 013
Directions Timezone
Europe/Lisbon +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
37.12812°N
8.7867°W
Route directions
The site is on the M535, directly opposite Refúgio de Marujo.
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Your first sea dip might as well be in Burgau (10 minutes' drive), where the small beach is mightily scenic with golden sand backed by green hills. Head to a snack bar for a pastel de nata to fuel yourself for a good stroll along the volcanic coastal path at nearby Rocha Negra (20 minutes). The sunrises and sunsets at this place come highly recommended.
Of course, there are plenty more top-notch beaches to take your pick from… perhaps Praia do Camilo (20 minutes), where there are spectacular views of sea stacks and rock arches. Meia Praia (20 minutes), Lagos' main sandy beach, is popular for watersports like kitesurfing when the breeze picks up. Surfers can flock to the large sandy Porto Mós beach (20 minutes) for consistent swells, too.
Travelling with the kids? They're likely to appreciate a quick trip to Zoo de Lagos (five minutes) to see the waddling penguins and reptiles – that's if you have any time left over.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgau | 6.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Luz | 7.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Boca Do Rio | 7.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Almádena-Cabanas Velhas | 7.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Salema | 7.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta? Your first sea dip might as well be in Burgau (10 minutes' drive), where the small beach is mightily scenic with golden sand backed by green hills. Head to a snack bar … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Solar do Rei-Bodhichitta? From R323,86 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.