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Faro Hostels hotel | Places to Stay in Faro
Faro is the best-known city in Portugal’s deservedly famous Algarve region. There’s an archaeological museum and a “Bishops’ Palace,” a Renaissance cathedral that was heavily bombed during World War II, but later rebuilt. Nearby in Estoi are Roman ruins, and Albufeira, also nearby, is a formerly quaint fishing village influenced by the Moors in the 8th century. It’s situated in a cliffside location, and has become famous for its beaches (there are 20) and nightlife.
Restaurants in Faro
1. Wax Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Beautiful shared spaces
Reviewed By CarolienBACI have to be honest here: I felt my boyfriend and I payed way to much for the room we got. Of course, Wax Hostel is a hostel, so I wasn't expecting hotel quality, but I was disappointed nonetheless, because other hostels we had stayed in before had been so nice. The room we got was equipped to host four persons, with a double bed and a bunk bed and a private shower in our room. Most of the rooms in this hostel don't have a shower, so guests in those rooms have to use the communal shower. Our room with the double bed and the bunk bed was really small with barely room to put our luggage. Good advice if you want to stay in this hostel, you should definitely take a backpack and not a suitcase with you. Luckily we could use the bunk bed to put our stuff. The bathroom was very basic and after taking a shower everything was wet, but the extra strong shower head to clean your feet definitely came in handy with all that sticky beach sand. The first evening we took a shower in our hostel, sadly the water was cold. I do have to say the shared spaces are very nice, with a lovely living room and a beautiful garden overseeing the lagoon and with a view on Faro in the distance. There is quite some noise from planes flying over and the street nearby though. The walls are very tin, so you can hear almost everything your neighbors are doing. Wifi is terrible too. I ended up just using 4G. I was most disappointed by the unwelcoming behavior of the girl at the check-in desk. She just gave us our breakfast vouchers and barely said another word to us. I guess she was pissed of because I had asked for the access code to leave our luggage at the hostel. I did receive a message from the hostel beforehand saying they would send me the codes. So since I didn't receive anything the day of our arrival, I just friendly reminded them to send me the codes. Turned out I had to pay first and the check-in desk was only manned after 3 pm and not a second earlier. So we had to put our luggage in the restaurant across the hostel. Fine by me, but what a contrast with other places we slept in, where our hosts had been so friendly and welcoming. The breakfast vouchers needed to be redeemed at Wax restaurant, just across the road of the hostel. The breakfast started only at 10 am, which is terrible late already in my book, but in reality we only got our (very meager) breakfast at 10.34 am. We really really would have loved to switch our continental breakfast to an English breakfast and even offered to give two vouchers each, or pay extra for the English breakfast. This was totally impossible. I guess the girl serving us was a little embarrassed, but nothing to be done, we had to be content with the continental breakfast, the worst we had during our stay in the Algarve. Since we were a bit thirsty we asked for extra coffee and orange juice. Not only did we have to pay extra for this, we also had to wait more than a quarter of an hour and even then we had to ask again for it. I guess the high scores for this hostel are for the shared spaces.
2. Sunlight House B&B
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
Sunlight House is a friendly B & B run by two young locals. Located on the edge of the historic centre of Faro and just a couple minutes walk from the main avenue, and the town’s monuments, galleries, restaurants and bars. We offer space for 19 guests comprising of 4 double rooms and a triple room with private bathroom, 4 double rooms with shared bathrooms. All bedrooms are kept to a high standard. The B&B is housed in a beautiful, renovated, traditional faro building decorated in a modern style with particular attention to detail. The friendly staff are always happy to offer help, advice and local knowledge about the area. From the rooftop terrace you can enjoy the stunning sea view while sitting, relaxing and making new friends.
Lovely B&B very close to Faro old tow
Reviewed By Q6492KZcarolmArrived here for 1 night after a late fly in. Warm welcome. Big room with ensuite (Eva). Very impressed with the bedding as was excellent quality and fresh smelling. Mattress and pillows memory foam and again good quality. Bathroom slightly small but great shower which was hot and powerful. Nice terrace for a sunny breakfast Would stay here again
3. Casa d'Alagoa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Casa d’Alagoa is a historical building and offers private and shared accommodations in a central location in Faro where you will find a family atmosphere, and a curious fact, it is the first Hostel in Town. Here you can breathe the vibe “Where you treat your friends like family and your family like friends”. It is located in Alagoa garden and it faces a bus stop that can take you anywhere around the city. Accommodations are simply decorated and feature high ceilings. Some rooms overlook the square from the private balcony. A fully equipped kitchen is at guest’s disposal, as well as a barbecue. A daily breakfast buffet is included in the price and is served from 8:30 until 11:00. Faro old town is a 5-minute walk through Arco da Vila, and guests can explore the cobbled streets and historic sites within the city walls. Lethes Theater is a 4-minute walk and the shopping street, Rua de Santo Antonio, is less than a 1-minute walk from Casa d’Alagoa. In Casa d’Alagoa you will find fantastic dinners that all the guests praise so much. Everything is prepared on site by the chef who you can stand, and watch prepare your food. Very reasonably priced and nice big platefuls that we can previously make the reservation for your group. The reception is open 24/7 and can assist in booking transport services to and from the airport as well as for any of the activities available, such as: meals, surf classes, boat trips, bike tours, free walking tours, pub crawls, etc.
Tiny Room
Reviewed By Rose HWe booked a double room with en suite and breakfast included at £70 pn. The room was tiny with hardly enough room to pass each other and there was no breakfast or anything so you have to go out immediately upon waking. Having said that the room was clean and the bed linen good. The communal areas were decent with a well equipped kitchen and the front receptionists very friendly. Bathroom a bit odd with no hot water in the sink just a tap normally found in a public wc that goes off every 5 secs. If we had paid for a hostel dorm I wouldn’t complain …. But we didn’t.
4. Baixa Portugal Terrace Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 89 reviews
BAIXA TERRACE HOSTEL is located at the heart of the lively city of Faro in a vintage building from the 40's with lots of character. It offers all the commodities that a real traveller needs. You can enjoy our local lifestyle in a retro atmosphere with a contemporary twist. The icing on the cake is our rooftop terrace overlooking downtown Faro where you can enjoy breakfast and the sunset get-together parties.BAIXA-PORTUGAL TERRACE HOSTEL offers 12 rooms. We have dorms with 4 and 6 beds, female dorm (6 beds), twin bedrooms and couple bedrooms, all with shared bathroom.
Review
Reviewed By Davejohn101Staff was as kind and honest sd you could ever wish i left my charger they said thet found it.. Met some awesome people. Every thimg was basic but it served its purpose.. Got burnt on the beach shops are close chicken shop close. 18 euros for chicken and chips for 2 plus salad water abd beer
5. Le Penguin Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 95 reviews
Faro House iis the newest hostel in Faro, and we welcome you in our house to enjoy some great moments in the Algarve! Our friendly staff, formed by a team of passionate and laid back travelers, will do everything they can to make sure that you have an amazing time in our hostel and in Faro.
AMAZING
Reviewed By ScotlandtheshaveI had my baggage stolen from a hotel in albufeira and stayed here courtesy of my embassy and I WISH I BOOKED HERE TO BEGIN WITH!! all the staff where real diamonds from liasing with the embassy to making me feel like I was at home such a beautiful little slice of heaven this was I highly recommend and will be back for my birthday Cannot thank the staff enough
6. Hostellicious
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 42 reviews
Located just 400m from Teatro Lethes, 100m from Carmo Church and the Chapel of Bones and 600m from the old town and the Arco da Vila, Hostellicious´ location is attractive for those in search of modern accommodation in the centre of town. The famous Deserted island beach lies at a distance of 11 km which can be easily reached by taxi boat or ferry. The reception is open 24/7 and can assist in booking transport services to and from the airport as well as for any of the activities available, such as: meals, surf classes, boat trips, bike tours, free walking tours, pub crawls, etc. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Main points of interest close to Hostellicious: Faro Marina, Faro Cathedral and the old town, town centre and shops and the airport which lies at a distance of 7 kms.
Best in town super friendly
Reviewed By Joao_L_1999It looks brand new and it feels very confortable, the staff is very helpful and I srongly recommend that you stay in the twin rooms with private bathroom! Ask for recommendations and you will have a better experience there. Boat trips are quite cheap!
7. Hostel 33
Overall Ratings
4 based on 137 reviews
Hostel 33 belongs to a team of Portuguese experts working in tourism field for over 15 years.Our target is to make you feel like if you are visiting a Portuguese family's home.The hostel 33 is housed in a 60 years building,completely renewed but keeping it's background outside and inside with vintage furniture, chandeleirs and the famous Portuguese tiles! Our mixed rooms are on the ground floor,very spacious and decorated in relaxing colours. The major bathroom has space for 2 showers simultaneously,besides the second option,on the same ground level. If you want more privacy,we suggest you our twin rooms on the first floor,all with private bathroom,and each of them with an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy our delightful sun's light. We're outgoing people,we like to socialize,to share experiences with you,so, do come and seat in the lobby for a while,to chat,to read a book from our 'book swap library',check the latest news on our info board..or eventually join us and other guests with a glass of Portuguese wine. And what to say about Faro town,capital of our province,where we're located?Definitely the best and most central spot to star your visit in the Algarve. Ten minutes away,by car,from the airport and the beach where you'll have multiple choices on water activities: cannoing, body board,windsurfing,and even walking or cycling tours in our nature trails of Ria Formosa.You'll end up extending your stay in here!
Nice and well-placed hostel !
Reviewed By MartinSchetterI’ve really enjoyed my stay there in Faro. It’s really well-placed hostel which located 5 min to the old town. Staff is really nice thank you to Naiane for her welcome ! Desfrutei muito a minha estadia em Hostel 33 em Faro. É um albergue muito bem locado a 5 minutos de Cidade Velha. Pessoal de hostel é muito simpático e muito obrigado ao Naiane para suas boas-vindas !
8. Tilia Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
A friendly, unique and fun place to stay. With a comfortable and inviting common room, a beautiful rooftop, a well-stocked kitchen and plenty of clean and functional bathrooms. We offer a variety of room/bed choices, with privacy curtains, linen included, a reading light & charging station.
Excellent hostel
Reviewed By Anna ATilia hostel has been recently renewed with very good taste. It's perfectly located in Faro, closed to the old town, train station, bus station and ferry stop. I stayed in a private room and it was exactly the same comfort as a hotel. The only inconvenience is that the room was placed in the ground floor and the window/balcony didn't isolate street noise.
9. RIA Terrace
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 44 reviews
Put a bed in every room of grandma house
Reviewed By Colm GThis place is terrible. It’s like they took an old house and then put a bed into every room. I had a room in the middle of the building with no window and poor lighting so it was constantly very dark. The owner also wouldn’t let me change my dates by one night after I missed my flight despite being mostly empty. Add in the fact they charged me before I even checked in and it was feeling very much like a expensive scam. For the same price you can get an Airbnb on the beach.
10. Hostel 33
Overall Ratings
4 based on 137 reviews
Hostel 33 belongs to a team of Portuguese experts working in tourism field for over 15 years.Our target is to make you feel like if you are visiting a Portuguese family's home.The hostel 33 is housed in a 60 years building,completely renewed but keeping it's background outside and inside with vintage furniture, chandeleirs and the famous Portuguese tiles! Our mixed rooms are on the ground floor,very spacious and decorated in relaxing colours. The major bathroom has space for 2 showers simultaneously,besides the second option,on the same ground level. If you want more privacy,we suggest you our twin rooms on the first floor,all with private bathroom,and each of them with an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy our delightful sun's light. We're outgoing people,we like to socialize,to share experiences with you,so, do come and seat in the lobby for a while,to chat,to read a book from our 'book swap library',check the latest news on our info board..or eventually join us and other guests with a glass of Portuguese wine. And what to say about Faro town,capital of our province,where we're located?Definitely the best and most central spot to star your visit in the Algarve. Ten minutes away,by car,from the airport and the beach where you'll have multiple choices on water activities: cannoing, body board,windsurfing,and even walking or cycling tours in our nature trails of Ria Formosa.You'll end up extending your stay in here!
Nice and well-placed hostel !
Reviewed By MartinSchetterI’ve really enjoyed my stay there in Faro. It’s really well-placed hostel which located 5 min to the old town. Staff is really nice thank you to Naiane for her welcome ! Desfrutei muito a minha estadia em Hostel 33 em Faro. É um albergue muito bem locado a 5 minutos de Cidade Velha. Pessoal de hostel é muito simpático e muito obrigado ao Naiane para suas boas-vindas !
