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Boasting a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Zili Pernambuco - Hostel Pousada is set in Recife, 16 km from Guararapes Shopping and less than 1 km from Aloisio Magalhaes Modern Art Museum. The property is located 1.4 km from Buarque de Macedo Bridge, 2.2 km from The Rotating Bridge - 12th September Bridge and 2.5 km from Recife´s Harbour. The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Great facilities friendly staff and the rooms were spacious and comfortable . I would recommend 🥰

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9.1
Superb
1,319 reviews
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£8
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Set in Recife, 16 km from Guararapes Shopping, Capiba Hostel e Pousada offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel features family rooms.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£6
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Located in Recife and with Guararapes Shopping reachable within 19 km, Espaço do Bem Recife provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is set 1.4 km from Arruda Stadium, 2.4 km from Museum of the State of Pernambuco and 2.7 km from Pernambuco Convention Center. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

Every room is fitted with air conditioning, and certain units at the hostel have a terrace. At Espaço do Bem Recife every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

I felt like I was part of a family from the very moment! Márcia is incredibly reliable and responsive. Any slightlest inconvenience was swiftly resolved and I had a great stay during carnival. The location is great to stay in Recife, I felt safe and going to both Olinda or other parts of Recife was very straightforward.

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9.4
Superb
87 reviews
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£10
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Just a 3-minute walk from Praia de Boa Viagem Beach, the Cosmopolitan Hostel offers free Wi-Fi in most rooms. The Recife historical centre is just a 15-minute drive away.

All rooms at Hostel Cosmopolitan are equipped with air conditioning and provide the use of a private or shared bathroom. In addition, bed linens are provided.

Great for a short stay at least, stayed one night before flying away. It's 15min by car to the airport so really convenient. Super friendly staff and volunteers. Excellent value for money, the private room was spacious and good shower and so on. Free filtered drinking water! The area felt safe and there was a big super market just some 2min walk away.

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8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews
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£7
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Hostel Recife Bar quartos climatizados das 22h às 8h features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Recife. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Lovely colonial building with great vibes and a lot of communal space. Many travelers stay there, there’s a lot of people to share time with, and also a great living room with tables and power outlets in case you also need to get some work done. Rooms on the right are noisy at night because there’s a loud karaoke nearby. But the hostel is quiet at night. Weekend samba was a plus.

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8.7
Fabulous
289 reviews

Fit Hostel is 3-minute walking from Boa Viagem beach in Recife. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen, free WiFi throughout and concierge service for guests.

The dormitory is fitted with air conditioning, fan, private lockers, bed linen and a shared bathroom.

Otto is amazing, always here to help you and give good advices. All the people I met there were so kind! It was clean and tidy. you have everything near by so it was a nice stay. Actually, I extended my stay.

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8.3
Very good
511 reviews

Albergue Cultural São Salomão is located 11 km from Recife City Centre. This hostel features a garden, a shared lounge and free Wi-Fi access.

The hostel is 400 metres from Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, 11.6 km from Boa Viagem Beach, 9.7 km from Marco Zero and 7.3 km from US Consulate. Guararapes International Airport is 10 km away.

Amazing location, good structure (rooms with AC) and nice staff

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8.8
Fabulous
164 reviews

Located in Recife and with Guararapes Shopping reachable within 16 km, Gira Arte Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is set 3.2 km from Museum of the State of Pernambuco, 5.5 km from Aloisio Magalhaes Modern Art Museum and 5.5 km from Arruda Stadium. The hostel features family rooms.

Nice artistic vibe and comfortable stay.

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8.7
Fabulous
53 reviews

Situated in Recife within 500m of US Consulate and 16 km of Guararapes Shopping, Reef Hostel & Pousada offers rooms with free WiFi. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden and a shared lounge. The property is located in the Boa Vista district.

Close to USA consulte, the manager is very helpfull, it is safe, it is clean.

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7.6
Good
966 reviews
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£5
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Albergue Piratas do Sol is a 10-minute walk from Boa Viagem Beach. The hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and individual lockers. Recife Shopping Centre is a 5-minute drive away.

The mixed dormitory features a fan. Guests use shared bathroom facilities.

Host was very nice and helpful! I just stayed during the day and this was no problem.

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7.8
Good
421 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Hostel Recife
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Recife, Hostel Recife has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Capiba Hostel e Pousada
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Recife, 16 km from Guararapes Shopping, Capiba Hostel e Pousada offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Gostei de tudo. Em especial o atendimento diferenciado, pessoas sempre dispostas a ajudar com o sorriso no rosto

  • Espaço do Bem Recife
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 87 reviews

    Located in Recife and with Guararapes Shopping reachable within 19 km, Espaço do Bem Recife provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Ótima recepção. Funcionários simpáticos e atenciosos.

  • Zili Pernambuco - Hostel Pousada
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,320 reviews

    Boasting a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Zili Pernambuco - Hostel Pousada is set in Recife, 16 km from Guararapes Shopping and less than 1 km from Aloisio Magalhaes Modern Art Museum.

    High quality place for anything that you look for.

  • Albergue Cultural São Salomão
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 164 reviews

    Albergue Cultural São Salomão is located 11 km from Recife City Centre. This hostel features a garden, a shared lounge and free Wi-Fi access.

    Amei o espaço, pessoal incrível, energia muito boa

  • Gira Arte Hostel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews

    Located in Recife and with Guararapes Shopping reachable within 16 km, Gira Arte Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    De como o ambiente do Hostel é agradável em cada detalhe.

  • Cosmopolitan Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,301 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Praia de Boa Viagem Beach, the Cosmopolitan Hostel offers free Wi-Fi in most rooms. The Recife historical centre is just a 15-minute drive away.

    Gostei da recepção. Da localização. E custo e benefício.

  • Piratas do Sol Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 421 reviews

    Albergue Piratas do Sol is a 10-minute walk from Boa Viagem Beach. The hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and individual lockers. Recife Shopping Centre is a 5-minute drive away.

    O ambiente é bem limpinho e organizado! Muito bom!

  • Reef Hostel & Pousada
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 967 reviews

    Situated in Recife within 500m of US Consulate and 16 km of Guararapes Shopping, Reef Hostel & Pousada offers rooms with free WiFi.

    Ótima localização,camas confortáveis, tudo muito perto .

  • STAY POUSADA
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 59 reviews

    Attractively located in the Boa Vista district of Recife, STAY POUSADA is situated 15 km from Guararapes Shopping, 1.6 km from Aloisio Magalhaes Modern Art Museum and 2.7 km from Museum of the State...

    Foi tudo como esperado, muito bom! Gostei Foi legal

  • Pousada Joãozinho Caminhador
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 290 reviews

    Just 300 metres from Piedade Beach, this cosy hostel offers private rooms and dormitories with free Wi-Fi. A 24-hour reception, car and bicycle rentals are available.

    A receptividade do Iran e da Dany, foram incríveis.

FAQ about hostels in Recife







Hostels that guests love in Recife

  • Avg. price/night: £103.82
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,289 reviews
    Very good hotel, good breakfast, vegan options, great location, very comfortable.
    Joana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £49.81
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,176 reviews
    great location if you are taking an early flight, next to the airport
    Carlos
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.31
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,320 reviews
    Incredibly cozy and welcoming hostel! I felt immediately at ease and like at home. I was lucky enough to be sharing my room with the volunteers who were so approachable and fun. I made some amazing friends at this hostel in a short 3 nights and would recommend to any solo traveller. I loved the hammocks, I also appreciated the water filter in the kitchen, The breakfast service is also really well organised.
    Grainger
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews
    I absolutely love this appointment! Great location with the stunning view of the ocean. Nice and safe area with all services available. The reception 24h, swimming pool on the rooftop amazing! All flat is very well equipped and has a cozy environment. Very clean! Highly recommend
    Magda Maja
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.64
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 845 reviews
    It was a pretty clean and organized place, with good communal space, but no atmosphere whatsoever. For me it made sense because I had an appointment around the corner, but as a backpacker, I was much happier when I moved downtown, where hostels had no pool but a lot of charm (and also were cheaper)
    Agatha
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 216 reviews
    Localisation is good, safe neighborhood cllse to the center, supermarket... Gracy is kind and try to create a friendly atmosphere on her hostel.
    Mathilde
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 511 reviews
    Very small hostel with a family-like feel! I really liked the location at the daytime - close to a lovely beach, however, once it got dark, I haven't felt safe around as a woman.
    Monika
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.31
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,320 reviews
    By far the best hostel I have stayed during my 5month trip. Perfect, mainly local vibe, clean and everything so nice
    George
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.31
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,320 reviews
    we have been travelling for 2 months and this one def one of the best hostels where we stayed. the place is very well decorated, organised and cozy. we took the private room, all very comfortable, we felt at home. people are nice and friendly and speak English!! (which is not taken for granted here) breakfast was very good!
    Giulia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.78
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 421 reviews
    Nice place,very good location,safety and the people there are amazing.When go back to Recife will stay in the same hostel
    Ivan N Bogdanov
    Solo traveller

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