Le Penguin Hostel
Rua Doutor Cândido Guerreiro, 33, 8000-320 Faro, Portugal – Great location - show map
Chill out..slow lazy days Ie slow down off the stress of city life
United KingdomStayed here for a third time and loved it - the perfect way to round off a short break on the Algarve. Sturdy and comfy bunk beds meant I had a great sleep. Nice outside area to meet the other guests, drink a beer or two and share a meal cooked by one of the volunteers. One of the few places I've stayed where I've never had to wait for a bathroom. Aurenga was super kind and even got up early after a night out to cook me breakfast and order me a taxi to the airport. See you again soon guys!
United KingdomFriendly check in staff. The layout was cool, nice patio outside and bar.
United States of AmericaIt is reasonable price and staff are very friendly
GermanyCheck in was easy. I requested a lower bunk and was given one. Everyone was friendly. Most were young volunteers. I was glad to have the use of the kitchen to steam some veggies. The grocery store was across the street.
United States of AmericaThe athmosphere in the hostel was great: easy to get in contact with other people and nice staff. I also liked the location, just a couple of minutes walking from the centre.
NetherlandsGreat facility, the staff is motivated and the overall experience was very good.
IndiaBreakfast is great, the way they do drinks & family dinners makes one feel at home. Very easy going staff try to make place fun, have some drinking games ect but also have a proper quiet time 11pm. If you want still party they do pub crawl. Very well organized hostel
TurkeyI had a great experience at Penguin and have only good things to say about my stay. The staff are friendly and helpful, and there is an overall positive community feeling there. The room was well-maintained and I felt safe during my whole stay. It's a great location, 15 minutes from the bus and train stations and only a short few minutes walk from the center of town. The free breakfast every morning and ability to use the kitchen is a huge plus as well :)
SpainThey were very kind and helped me even if it was late.
Italy
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Del
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Grace
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Micfol69
United States of America
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Neslihan
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Ho
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Rob
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Ankur
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Richard
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Susanna
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Giorgia
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Stay in the heart of Faro – Great location - show map
Le Penguin Hostel is located in the center of Faro. With a friendly staff, guests have access to laundry facilities and a sunny outdoor area. Free WiFi access is available.
Guests can choose between a twin bedroom and dormitories which offer a cozy stay and a private locker. Bathroom facilities are shared and linen and towels are provided.
At Le Penguin Hostel guests will find a shared lounge area with a TV. Guests can visit the great variety of restaurants that Faro has to offer including various international cuisine and traditional Portuguese.
The hostel is 5.6 mi from Faro Beach and 0.9 mi away guests can take the ferry boat to the Desert Island. Faro Bus Station is a 12-minute walk away and the Train Station is 0.7 mi away. The Gambelas University is 3.7 mi away and Faro International Airport is a 10-minute drive.
This is our guests' favorite part of Faro, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Del
United Kingdom“Chill out..slow lazy days Ie slow down off the stress of city life”
GraceUnited Kingdom“Stayed here for a third time and loved it - the perfect way to round off a short break on the Algarve. Sturdy and comfy bunk beds meant I had a great sleep. Nice outside area to meet the other guests, drink a beer or two and share a meal cooked...”- Micfol69
United States of America“Friendly check in staff. The layout was cool, nice patio outside and bar.” 
Neslihan
Germany“It is reasonable price and staff are very friendly”
HoUnited States of America“Check in was easy. I requested a lower bunk and was given one. Everyone was friendly. Most were young volunteers. I was glad to have the use of the kitchen to steam some veggies. The grocery store was across the street.”
Rob
Netherlands“The athmosphere in the hostel was great: easy to get in contact with other people and nice staff. I also liked the location, just a couple of minutes walking from the centre.”
Ankur
India“Great facility, the staff is motivated and the overall experience was very good.”- Richard
Turkey“Breakfast is great, the way they do drinks & family dinners makes one feel at home. Very easy going staff try to make place fun, have some drinking games ect but also have a proper quiet time 11pm. If you want still party they do pub crawl. Very...” 
Susanna
Spain“I had a great experience at Penguin and have only good things to say about my stay. The staff are friendly and helpful, and there is an overall positive community feeling there. The room was well-maintained and I felt safe during my whole stay....”
Giorgia
Italy“They were very kind and helped me even if it was late.”
- Is it possible entry in your hotel at 23:30 at nightGood afternoon, Yes, we are able to process chek-in at that time of a day. Best regards, Le PenguinAnswered on October 4, 2020
- Hi, would you accept late check-in (after midnight) on September 10th/11th? Thank you!Good afternoon, You have nothing to worry about, we will be able to check You in at that time. Looking forward to meet You, Le Penguin.Answered on October 4, 2020
- Is there air conditioningThrough the summer each room is equipped with a fan and portable air-cooler.Answered on May 26, 2021
- It's possible to arrive after midnight? Like 1am..Yes, we are able to arrange late Check-in.Answered on July 11, 2021
- Trying to reserve Mon 27th to the 30th for 36€ but it only gives a fem room option. Do you have something for that price in a male or a mixed room?Didn't have anything at the time, cheersAnswered on December 28, 2021
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 90 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Le Penguin Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Le Penguin Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: 9142/14-AL179/14
FAQs about Le Penguin Hostel
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The prices at Le Penguin Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Le Penguin Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- À la carte
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Check-in at Le Penguin Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Le Penguin Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Game room
- Ping-pong
- Darts
- Evening entertainment
- Movie nights
- Entertainment staff
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Bar crawls
- Themed dinners
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Le Penguin Hostel is 2,150 feet from the center of Faro.
