10 Travessa da Madalena, 8000-078 Faro, Portugal
#1 of 45 hotels in Faro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 414 hostel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.6
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: May 26, 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: May 25, 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: May 25, 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: May 20, 2024
Peter
Slovakia-
A+
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 19, 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: May 18, 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: May 16, 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: May 14, 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: May 13, 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: May 9, 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: May 7, 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: May 6, 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: May 1, 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
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Ricarda
GermanyIt’s a place where you feel welcome and home. The staff is absolutely lovely. I really enjoyed and appreciate the time. Big thanks to all of you guys.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Anna
PolandN/a
I love all about this hostel: location in the centre, style, super friendly and very helpful stuff, tasty pancakes for breakfast, my bed and rooftop space! Sunset spot and my trips by bike to the Faro beach were epic! It was a perfect stay for me! Thank you <3 Anna
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 23, 2024
Jade
United Kingdomi was made to feel at home from the moment i checked in to the hostel, all the staff was so friendly and helpful. The rooftop was my favourite place to be with great views and such chill vibes. The beds was very comfortable and curtains for privacy. Exceptionally clean!! Location was perfect and the hostel has a map/list of nearby recommendations and things to do. I highly recommend this hostel and i will be back in the future!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Alix
FranceI would have loved to have savory options at breakfast (cream cheese for the pancakes for instance) - but all in all it is a wonderful place and I can only recommend it!
Wonderful location, a lot of effort goes into creating a friendly atmosphere (decor, services etc) but also into creating good vibes between the guests. Super clean, breakfast is good, you can lock your stuff to keep them safe.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Ellen
GermanyThis hostel is so good! The staff and the guests, the rooftop, the hammocks, the pancakes, the UNO-rules - it’s all amazing! Thank you to Clara for making me feel like a princess and thank you to Nathalie & Catia, Adrian, Bandi, Natalia, Vroni and Anna and everyone else that made this vacation such a great time! ❤️
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Andre
MexicoThat there was no where to put my soap and shampoo in the showe
I liked how cozy it felt as soon as I arrived. The staff was incredible and gave the best recommendations. They make an effort to connect people and create a great experience for everyone.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Lilia
FranceI had the best stay at casa madalena! The friendly staff makes it feel like home and the beautiful rooftop makes you never want to go back home. I will for sure come back, my friends and I miss the hostel already.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Afonso85
GermanyTruly an unique place. Great if you travel solo and also great if you travel with a group. Everyone is so respectful, everything is so clean. Truly feels like family when you leave. Staff is very very hard working, helpful, nice and kind. Congrats on the great atmosphere and making everyone feeling really welcome!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Wesam
SwedenVery nice and kindly staff Feeling like Iam at home Location is perfect Near around 100m to the Faro buss station The breakfast was simple but I liked They have a nice place to sit on the roof
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Gabrielle
United States of AmericaThe beds could be a bit softer but that’s just a personal preference
The pancakes >>>>>> the staff was amazing as well
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Bianca
FranceSuch a cozy, homey atmosphere with traditional Portuguese style. Staff were the friendliest, lovely little amenities like tea and coffee. Beds had good dark curtains for privacy and bathrooms were spacious.
Stayed in March 2024
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