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The best hostels in São Vicente

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Casa De Cha Prazeres, hotel in Prazeres

Set in Prazeres, 25 km from Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, Casa De Cha Prazeres offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Felix was a great host, unfortunately we met him on our last day. He is a very interesting person and we would love to talk more with him. Breakfast was great, beds were comfy, very quiet place.
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
581 reviews
Price from
£74.13
1 night, 2 adults
29 Madeira Hostel, hotel in Funchal

29 Madeira Hostel set in the centre of Funchal, Madeira Island. The property offers budget accommodation in dormitories and private rooms.

Very nice hostel, clean and with a kitchen. Central location.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,727 reviews
Price from
£43.50
1 night, 2 adults
FX Pena, hotel in Funchal

Located in Funchal and with Marina do Funchal reachable within 2 km, FX Pena provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

The location is ok. There is a kitchen if you wish to cook. Check in and check out was smooth.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
1,106 reviews
Price from
£49.36
1 night, 2 adults
Funchal 19, hotel in Funchal

Well located in the Santa Maria district of Funchal, Funchal 19 is situated 1 km from Marina do Funchal, 14 km from Girao Cape and 38 km from Santana's traditional houses.

Juan is a great, kind host who has nice recommendations for the surrounding area.
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
276 reviews
Price from
£46.85
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel Monaco, hotel in Funchal

Situated in Funchal, less than 1 km from Marina do Funchal, Hostel Monaco features views of the city.

Cheap accommodation in the city center.
Scored 5.9
5.9
Rated okay
Passable
65 reviews
Price from
£53.54
1 night, 2 adults
The Waves Hostel, hotel in São Vicente

Set in São Vicente and with Sao Vicente Beach reachable within 1.7 km, The Waves Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Celio is waiting for you and will welcome you with your name 🤗 very nice detail. The hostel have everything you will need and it feels really like being at a friend house. All the other guest were super friendly, it was very easy to get in touch with other guests and even plan some trips together. The north side of the island can be colder then the rest of the island in January. I was very happy the room got a lot of blankets! I never felt cold. The house is soo close to the see! It's beautiful ❤️
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
354 reviews
The Rum Inn, hotel in Calheta

Located in Calheta and within 200 metres of Calheta Beach, The Rum Inn features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Very nice stay
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
919 reviews
Hostel Casal São João, hotel in Ribeira Brava

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Hostel Casal São João is located in Ribeira Brava, 2.1 km from Lugar de Baixo Beach and 2.2 km from Ribeira Brava Beach.

The room has a kithen, bathroom and view to the ocean
Scored 6.2
6.2
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
529 reviews
A Fortaleza do Pico, hotel in Funchal

Located in Funchal and with Formosa Beach reachable within 2.9 km, A Fortaleza do Pico provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

We stayed for 4 nights and received a room with a bathroom and patio with nice view which was really nice, room was clean and nice furnitured. The owner was avaliable on the Phone for all the time.
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
47 reviews
Jaca Hostel Porto da Cruz, hotel in Porto da Cruz

Boasting a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Jaca Hostel Porto da Cruz is set in Porto da Cruz, 100 metres from Alagoa Beach and 100 metres from Maiata Beach.

Loved the staff. Loved the vibes.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
664 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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  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    It was my first time staying at a hostel and it was a perfect first time. Very safe, clean and comfortable. Right on the ocean with beautiful views of the mountains and coast.
    Alina
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've ever been to!! I highly recommend it if you are planning to visit maideira on your own. Convenient parking in front of the structure, breathtaking view, possibility of meeting lots of guys, very well equipped kitchen and bathrooms, really well managed! Excellent location near Sao Vincente, with shops and restaurants on the street
    leoni_sara
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    the location is top notch!!!!! the waves indeed :) and the price was a real bargain for what it offers, one of the best hostels i have ever stay, and well… its more than a hostel, you got a private room… you have everything there, absolutely everything, very clean, and the owners are awsome people who does a superb job! thanks for everything Celio, hope to see you again!
    Nicolae
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    The location is wonderful. The facilities are great. It's probably the best hostel I've ever stayed at. And I've stayed in lots of hostels.
    Ian Cat
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    Cozy little hostel, the owner was really nice and helpful, the kitchen was really well equiped, it had everytnig you needed and more. It was a pleasent stay if don't mind having room with only curtain, no doors. It did have a locker but I never used it, it was safe to leave your stuff in the room.
    Katja
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    It was probably the best hostel I stayed in during my whole lifetime. Tiny as it is, it gives you both a sense of community (if wanted) and privacy. The rooms are single. The kitchen is huge and well equipped; there are usually some fruit and cereal for free, even if not advertised in the hostel description. The owners take care of the visitors and the property itself so nicely that I felt right at home. Last but not least, the sound of the ocean when you wake up and go to bed is just priceless.
    Monika
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    Maybe the best hostel i have been too!
    Raphael
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    This is the best hostel i have ever been in. You have your own room, but also you can meet there great people. It is right next to ocean. Celio is a great host. I highly reccomend!
    Jakub
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    Perhaps the best hostel I've been to: common spacese very cosy and well-equipped, a spectacular close view on the ocean, basically private rooms, albeit no real doors just curtains and the ocean-looking windows open from the common space.
    Viktor
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 354 reviews
    The host, Celio is an absolute legend, very welcoming and easy to chat to. Probably the best hostel for a sundowner and chilled vibe on the ocean but car rental would be advised.
    Ross
    Solo traveller