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HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel

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A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments. - HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel (Castelo Branco)
A bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink. - HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel (Castelo Branco)
A reception desk with a sign indicating 'Reception' and a list of amenities including 'Meal Service,' 'Bar,' and 'Bedrooms.' - HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel (Castelo Branco)
A building with a white facade, a door with glass panels, and a yellow metal structure on the right. - HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel (Castelo Branco)
A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view. - HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel (Castelo Branco)
Located close to Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco and Cargaleiro Museum, HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel provides free continental breakfast and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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A room with two beds, a chair, a wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with a view of buildings.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a radiator, a window, and a desk with a chair.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window.

Twin Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with a view of buildings.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Castelo Branco is home to HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel. Cargaleiro Museum and Jardim do Paco Episcopal are cultural highlights and Center for Contemporary Culture is a popular area attraction. Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco and Nossa Senhora da Piedade Chapel are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Castelo Branco travel guide
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Rua Dr Francisco José Palmeiro,sn -, Edifício IPDJ, Castelo Branco, 6000-230

What's nearby

  • Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Branco Castle
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cargaleiro Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nossa Senhora da Piedade Chapel
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Center for Contemporary Culture
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Castelo Branco Station
    15 min walk

Restaurants

  • Has-de Cá Vir
    1 min walk
  • Encosta da Muralha
    10 min walk
  • Arena di Verona
    6 min walk
  • Restaurante A Cozinha
    2 min walk
  • Dona Ferreirinha
    9 min walk

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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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number DECRETO-LEIN.o39/2008,DE7DEMARCO

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 6:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel located?

Situated in Castelo Branco, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco, Cargaleiro Museum, and Nossa Senhora da Piedade Chapel. Center for Contemporary Culture and Se de Castelo Branco Cathedral are also within 1 mi (2 km). Castelo Branco Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

HI Castelo Branco - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The premises are kept clean and in good order.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tudo perfeito os quartos e funcionários
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O atendimento foi ótimo, a comodidade foi muito boa também, cozinha com tudo que precisamos ... até cafe da manhã foi bom... me surpreendeu tudo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Asile.

Bâtiment sans caractère.Access par une escalier extérieure (présence d'un monte handicapés ?si il fonctionne)Présence dans la cour/salon des hommes type africain, peut-être demanders d'asile. Linge du lit et serviettes propre SdB commun aussi.Qualite du Pt dej correct.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente, simpatia, acolhimento,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personale molto gentile e disponibile
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Without doubt the worst hostel I have stayed in in Europe. Can't check in before 18:00. Rules for everything. Access during the day is difficult as the door is locked. Access is difficult due to the steep staircase. Shared toilet bathrooms are like you experienced at school, maybe worse. Staff treat you like a 13 year old school kid. Don't touch the microwave! No facilities for storing or preparing your own food. Sleep on a rock hard single mattress covered in plastic. Tv doesn't work or staff won't turn on. 'School' type dining room. Breakfast is a pre prepared breadroll in a paper bag, no buffet style here. I recommend you avoid this place, Castelo Branco has better facilies
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambiente super limpo e equipe muito bem preparada para receber os hóspedes!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019