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WAX Hostel

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A coastal view with boats on calm water, a city skyline in the distance, and a wooden chair in the foreground. - WAX Hostel (Faro)
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A reception desk with a sign reading "WAX" and a framed award for "Booking.com Guest Review Awards 2018" with a rating of 8.8. - WAX Hostel (Faro)
A spacious cafe with wooden tables and white chairs, surrounded by bookshelves and hanging pendant lights. - WAX Hostel (Faro)
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a small table with a book, and a TV mounted on the wall. - WAX Hostel (Faro)
A terrace, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at WAX Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Room options

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 1

DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

  • Sleeps 4

QUADRUPLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, WAX Hostel is in Praia de Faro, a neighborhood in Faro. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estádio de São Luís or Algarve Stadium. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Faro travel guide
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Avenida Nascente 11, Praia de Faro, Faro, 8005-520

What's nearby

  • A sailboat on calm waters with a clear sky.
    Ria Formosa Natural Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A tall white lighthouse with a red top, surrounded by a wooden fence and a white building with a yellow roof.
    Faro Island Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A marina with several yachts docked, a waterfront promenade, and buildings with balconies overlooking the water.
    Faro Marina
    14 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • A cobblestone street with outdoor seating and white umbrellas, surrounded by historic buildings with tiled roofs.
    Old Town Square
    16 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • A beach with red cliffs and calm waters.
    Falesia Beach
    34 min drive - 21.1 miles

Getting around

  • Faro Station
    18 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paul
    5 min drive
  • the shack
    25 min drive
  • Burger King
    5 min drive
  • Cafe Central
    5 min drive
  • Casa do Lago
    26 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 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 midnight 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

MastercardVisa

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

  • In-room safe fee: EUR 5 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is WAX Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at WAX Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at WAX Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is WAX Hostel located?

Located in Praia de Faro, this hostel is steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and Faro Island Beach. Golfo de Cádiz and Barrinha are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

WAX Hostel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019