The Pocket Pillow House is situated in the Faro City Centre district in Faro, 6 km from Faro Beach and 200 metres from Carmo Church & Bones Chapel. Featuring a simple décor underlining the the importance of the Arabic heritage in the Portuguese language. The guest house also offers bike hire. Old Town Faro is 300 metres from The Pocket Pillow House, while Faro Airport is 3 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Faro, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
Low score for Faro
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Host Information

9.1
9.1
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This is our low-cost option. The perfect place if you just look for a house to spend some nights and move to the next stop. You will learn about the moorish legacy in Faro's culture and language. Only private rooms, perfect when traveling in couples or groups and want to keep within the budget
The Well’Come! Was born in 2016, but the adventure of this place starts before that date. The Algarve hostel was the first Hostel in Faro in 2008 and to us in 2014. It also opens the door to the world of backpackers, books exchange, tips, stories and a trip around the world without leaving the sofa. Here we get to share experiences, interact with different people, culture and learn new languages. Throughout the years we have been growing and finding new ways to Well’Come! you to Faro. Today we have options for all the travelers, since a low-cost bed in Downtown to amazing apartments inside the Oldtown. We also grew in staff, building a multicultural and amazing environment that makes the job easier and edifying. Here, we gather a warm welcome, sympathy and an amazing team who is excited to have travelers with us and say a special Well’Come! to all the guests
The Pocket Pillow House is located in downtown Faro, is five minutes walk from the main attractions (Cidade Velha, Sé Catedral, Castelo, Igreja do Carmo ...). Restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets, pharmacies, shops, and other services are accessible within a few meters. The Dock, the Bus Station (national, regional and urban) and the Train Station are 5 minutes away
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Pocket Pillow House

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

Property practices

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

House rules
The Pocket Pillow House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that late check-in after 22:00 must be requested, and is subject to pre-payment and self-check-in instructions.

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

Please inform The Pocket Pillow House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 2914/AL

FAQs about The Pocket Pillow House

  • The Pocket Pillow House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The Pocket Pillow House is 400 yards from the centre of Faro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Pocket Pillow House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at The Pocket Pillow House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at The Pocket Pillow House include:

      • Quadruple
      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Family