10 Travessa da Madalena, 8000-078 Faro, Portugal
#1 of 44 hotels in Faro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 432 hostel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 June 2024
Mehdi
FranceOne of the Best hostel I stayed. Friendly owner and staff, cozy common spaces (living Room and the rooftop). It Is a small hostel (2 dorms) so it Is really easy to meet other guests. The vibes Are really good and you feel like home. They provide also pancakes for breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Luis
United KingdomEverything. Second time here and been even better. New furniture, comfy beds, and super friendly stuff. Great location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Ayse
GermanyVery welcoming, amazing energy, the place and the stuff connects travellers naturally
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 27 June 2024
Bill
AustraliaAbsolutely loved this hostel. The facilities, the staff and the communal breakfast were all great. My only problem is that I didn’t stay longer. The shower and bathroom was maybe the cleanest I’ve experienced in several months of travelling in hostels. Would 100% recommend this to solo travellers looking by to meet people and check out Faro. When I come back I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Tanja
SwedenThis hostel is a gem! Everything was amazing and if I'm in Faro again I'm definitely coming back! Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Pietro
GermanyLeaving
Casa de Madalena is a beautiful hostel, clean, in a central location, and with the perfect atmosphere for backpackers. If this wasn't enough, the staff is always smiling and available to make sure everyone 's experience turns out to be unforgettable. Oh, and did I already mention the incredible packakes?
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Sarah
GermanyMy stay was soo good! Super location, super friendly and welcoming staff, clean rooms, lovely pancake breakfast!! in total super cute and familiar vibe!! Loved everything! Thank you so much again!!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Romy
NetherlandsI had hoped to eat pancakes for breakfast, but they are not served until 09:30, which was too late for my early morning plans. Still appreciate the offer though.
Great hostel! Lovely people, good ambiance, beautiful rooftop. Chill vibe. They have a ritual of watching the sunset from the waterside, and a wishing well. It feels like the hostel is build out of love.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Jose
United KingdomOnly suggestion is about breakfast. It is included in the booming. They serve amazing pancakes at 9:30, with many jam, peanut butter… also you can have breakfast before, but the only thing missing is toast, because unless you buy your own, you wont have anything to put it on. There are also cereals you can be fair, but I think offering just simple toasts would make the breakfast superb 💯
The staff very friendly. The terrace with the hammock is heaven. Very central, clean, and great vibes. The pancakes are deliciuos
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Jordan
United KingdomThis box is irrelevant, there's nothing not to like.
I don't really know where to start I have stayed at many hostels, but none are like this the staff really do go the extra mile after a few days they all became almost like family, I would recommend this place to anyone as you are not just getting a place to stay , you get memories, build connections with others & OH YEAH AND PANCAKES EVERY MORNING! Ps. Big shout out to cátia for putting up with my tizm moments. P.p.s I will be back.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Kim
United KingdomNothing
Pancakes were awesome and location was perfect for me.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Kevon
Trinidad and TobagoNothing
Amazing location,staff super friendly from the moment you walk in the door its smiles and happy faces.. kitchen always clean the whole place smelt clean and fresh…the beds are memory foam so you’ll have a night sleep.. if you have a chance take the time to speak to Andrea super cool guy and great recommendation of place to go and see..
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Alice
GermanyReally nice hostel with an amazing terrace, perfect position for moving around. Guys at the reception always nice and available!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Camille
CanadaAmazing stay! The staff is so cool and kind! They are really good to recommend things to do and they actually reserve things for you to make your life easier. If I’m back in faro I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Peter
Slovakia-
A+
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Kristin
BelgiumAmazing hostel with a very friendly team that makes you feel welcome immediately! The roof top terrace is great and offers lots of space to enjoy the sun. Can only recommend a stay!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Giulio
SwitzerlandThe pancakes! Just kidding, I loved everything, from the people working there, to the place and the guests
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Isabella
United KingdomThey go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and help you make a friend in the hostel. It’s extremely clean and well looked after. I have also never felt safer in a hostel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Wouter
BelgiumMy stay in Alvor was very nice thanks to Simon and his girfriend Sofie. Their rooftop had an amazing view over the town. The rooms were decorated in a mix of Swedish and Portuguese styles. This has been well thought of. Sofie has a lot of skills for interior design. Also I liked the idea of the 'honest bar' where drinks are stored in a fridge and payments can be done based upon trust. This already explains how much trust the hosts give to their guests. I want to thank also for the nice kitesurf session I had with the host Simon. As I mentioned, very friendly people. I hope sincerily that you will be meeting them soon.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Desiree
NetherlandsNothing, this place is amazing.
The people working at the hostel were the best. They really make an effort to get to know you. Also everyone staying in the hostel were kind, amazing people. And of course, the pancakes and rooftop!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Dominika
United KingdomCasa da Madalena is beautiful place to stay. Staff is very friendly and open, can help you with everything. Pancakes for the breakfast are amazing! I would highly recommend this hostel for solo travelers ☺️
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Mehdi
FranceNothing
Cátia is so nice and helpful. She showed around the hostel and helped to figure out the activities and also recommended restaurants
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Monika
CroatiaAs a tall person, the upper bunk beds were very high up, a bit too close to the ceiling, but nothing that would create an issue. Just the first time i noticed how high up they are.
Outdoor shower, happy hour with the 1euro beer, Comfortable rooftop, well organized. Everything was well thought out. Location is perfect, easy to reach from the Flixbus stop or bus station, they have a 24h desk and are fast to reply, easy to reach and communicate with. Local tips and safety high notch as well.:)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Svenja
Germany-
Everything! But to be more precise: - The employees! (all of them but special forced shoutout to Cátia and Nathalie) - The rooftop! - the Atmosphere - The breakfast & sunset get together - everyone who stayed there
Stayed in April 2024
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