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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.

You have absolutely everything what you need!!! Room so nice so comfortable and AMAZING view!! I LOVE this place!!!!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
344 reviews
The Rum Inn, hotel in São Vicente

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

A nice, cozy room (nr7) straight under the roof. A bit warm, but the fan and breeze got me through fine. Only a few minutes walk from the beach. Free parking a little up the hill. WiFi worked fine.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
885 reviews
Casa De Cha Prazeres, hotel in São Vicente

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.

The breakfast was incredible! Fresh fruits and eggs every morning! The staff was also super helpful, the room comfortable, everything was excellent, and the price was also not too much. 100% recommend.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
568 reviews
Hostel Casal São João, hotel in São Vicente

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.

Staff was helpful.
Scored 6.9
6.9
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
520 reviews
A Fortaleza do Pico, hotel in São Vicente

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...

- Room and bed linen was clean - Common bathroom was clean - Nicely equipped and spacious common kitchen - Friendly staff - Good place to stay for a reasonable price
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
28 reviews
Jaca Hostel Porto da Cruz, hotel in São Vicente

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.

I absolutely loved this place ! It was cozy and cute, felt like a great place to hang out and chill during a holiday. There's surf equipment if that's a thing you wanna try out , they have burger and pizzas parties. There's even an outdoor shower ! One of my favorite places on the island.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
652 reviews
29 Madeira Hostel, hotel in São Vicente

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

Patio,kitchen with waschingmaschine,beds,everything
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,678 reviews
Santa Maria Hostel, hotel in São Vicente

Located within a traditional and historical building in Funchal old town, Santa Maria Hostel is a boutique hostel featuring a vintage-style décor.

Perfect location, convenient transport junction, very helpful staff, especially Christina, clean rooms, nice kitchen.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,139 reviews
FX Pena, hotel in São Vicente

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.

Well-equipped kitchen, spacious and clean room, friendly staff. Nice outdoor seating. Close to the center, approx. 20 minutes walk.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
1,056 reviews
Jaca Hostel Funchal, hotel in São Vicente

Featuring a garden, bar and views of sea, Jaca Hostel Funchal is set in Funchal, 800 metres from Almirante Reis Beach.

Great location, super clean and has everything you need
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
701 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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Hostels that guests love in São Vicente

  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 reviews
    Maybe the best hostel i have been too!
    Raphael
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 344 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