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Albergaria Formosa

2.0 star property
Hostel in Faro, steps from Faro Marina

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Close to Faro Marina, Albergaria Formosa provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 168
AED 186 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Freezer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Faro City Centre, a neighborhood in Faro, Albergaria Formosa is in the entertainment district. Faro Marina and Olhao Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Faro Island Beach and Falesia Beach. Algarve Living Science Center and Karting Almancil are also worth visiting. Visit our Faro travel guide
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R. Conselheiro Bivar 91, Faro, Faro, 8000-255

What's nearby

  • Beautiful marina in touristic Vilamoura, Quarteira, Algarve, Portugal
    Faro Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carmo Church showing heritage elements
    Carmo Church
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Faro, cafes in the Praca do Afonso III, Old Town Cidade Velha
    Old Town Square
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Faro Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage elements
    Faro Cathedral
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Faro Station
    5 min walk
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eva Market & Steakhouse
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Madalena
    1 min walk
  • Pipers
    2 min walk
  • Restaurante Troia
    2 min walk

About this property

Albergaria Formosa

Hostel near Faro Marina
Albergaria Formosa provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces
Room features
All guestrooms at Albergaria Formosa boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 145654

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Albergaria Formosa Faro
Albergaria Formosa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Albergaria Formosa Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Faro

Frequently asked questions

Is Albergaria Formosa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Albergaria Formosa?

As of 30 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albergaria Formosa on 1 February 2026 start from $48.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Albergaria Formosa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Albergaria Formosa?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Albergaria Formosa located?

Located in Faro City Centre, this hostel is steps from R. Conselheiro Bivar and Faro Marina. Sao Pedro Church and Jardim Manuel Bívar are also within 5 minutes. Faro Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Albergaria Formosa Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here . We were made to feel welcome and the room was very nice , spacious, clean and cool . All facilities were fantastic Thank you I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice room right in the middle of the good places to visit in Faro
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family stayed one night in the private room/bathroom to be close to the airport. The property was clean and conveniently located to the historic downtown. Filipe met us upon arrival and was both punctual and helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely different is the inside to the underwhelming front door, Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, plain but served its purpose, very clean, a little noisy at night, but overall it was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Good stay, one night, on route to airport. Very kind and helpful staff, clean comfortable room with nice ensuite. Only one minor problem was the stairs as we had two large, heavy cases. Good value and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Syeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service & everything cleaned and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money, great location

Very value for money. We had a very large family room (probably the biggest room we have stayed in). Location is fantastic too, very close to everything. Service was great, we arrived at midnight and Filipe was there to check us in with a smile. Facilities: fairly basic bedding, has got a small kitchen with a microwave. Given the low price we pay, we thought this was very good value. Building: the building itself is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem

Lovely place with rooms around an open air courtyard. Good location close to the old town. Took me a while to figure out the front door lock. Worked much better when I read the instructions properly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irinel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had one night stay, the room was cozy but had everything we needed, was clean and quite fresh during the night, we didn’t used the aircon. The host, Felipe super friendly, waited for us for a late check in. The price was fairly cheap considering the location, city centre, full of pubs and clubs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prakaidao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3 rd spare bed is very low and not comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful, the kitchen really clean , the hotel right in hight street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not the best but also probably not the worst!

Location was good, room was okay, the bathroom was very smelly - the drain seemed to just smell throughout our stay, fairly unpleasant Quite noisy as well, had people trying to come into our room in the middle of the night which wasn’t ideal! Overall it was okay, an alright bed to sleep in in a good location - fine if you plan to be out and about all day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First time in Faro and Algarve

Albergaria Formosa is a simple guest house with all the essential facilities. It is conveniently located just off the busy street, and a few minutes walk from the bus and train stations. These is a communal kitchen that all the guests can use to make food. Flippe contacted me for my arrival time and provided me with the entry code for the main entrance access so I could leave my suitcase with the cleaning staff I’m a locked room before check in time. There is a comfortable sitting room where guests can hang out and wait for check in. There is certain charm in staying in a renovated historic building in the middle of Faro.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean, fast communication. Great location. Could use more storage spaces especially in the bathroom. Ne prepared it is a small room but you'll survive
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kamille

Disliked: Staff & service

Great location but very no frills

It's fine. Location is amazing and that is the appeal. Service is minimal and unconventional. It stormed extremely hard the first night we stayed and unfortunated some water leaked into the room from both the ceiling tile and the window; this caused some of my devices to get wet. I notified to property and they didn't even bother to respond. The check-in process isn't ideal but it isn't horrible. The front door code pad is frustrating to say the least. The listing says laundry on-site--it isn't. It's a laundromat 2 doors down on the main road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice base for a solo traveller to remain central whilst checking out the town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Huw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is good value of money accommodation, the host Felipe is very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, a very short walk from loads of restaurants, bars and mini-marts. Room was spacious and clean with a nice shared outdoor area. Filipe was a great host, very polite and helpful. Reccomend for anyone staying in Faro.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice in that place, enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well located for sight seeing, shopping, tourist information and just relaxing . Common kitchen was well equipped and there was a common sitting room. Room was near, tidy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No problems at all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi, I was completely hounded by mosquitoes all evening. Therefore, if you want a terrible night sleep this is the place! Sincerely, Max
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Artur

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
not what I expected
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025