Located in São Vicente and with Sao Vicente Beach reachable within one mile, The Waves Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 10 miles from Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, 17 miles from Girao Cape and 18 miles from Santana's Traditional Houses. The property has airport transportation, while a car rental service is also available. At the hostel, all rooms come with a desk. All guest rooms feature a shared bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Marina do Funchal is 22 miles from The Waves Hostel, while Volcanic caves of São Vicente is 2.3 miles away. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 32 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kyle
    United States of America United States of America
    For me as someone who travels long term to many different places this is the perfect kind of hostel. Friendly hosts that make everything very easy. Small enough to be quiet and relaxing but set up in a way to still make it social with other...
  • Tara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is absolutely stunning with a balcony right on the water and steps leading down to the rocks. It's a small hostel and therefore quiet. facilities were great and very clean.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What an incredible place. Perfectly located with easy access to key areas of interest around the island. Gerald was an incredibly friendly and welcoming host with a wealth of knowledge. I wish I could have stayed longer, needless to say i'll...

Area info

Amenities of The Waves Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Waves Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that The Waves building consists of a Hostel with a terrace and two private units, a Standard Studio with balcony and a Studio.

Hostel consists of semi-private rooms divided by curtains and half shutters with latches that can be locked from inside, shared bathrooms, shared Lounge, shared Kitchen and shared Deck.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Waves Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 84894/AL

FAQs about The Waves Hostel

  • The prices at The Waves Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Waves Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing

  • Check-in at The Waves Hostel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The Waves Hostel is 1.1 miles from the center of São Vicente. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.