Name: Faroway Hostel
Address: Rua Dom Francisco Gomes 18, 8000-000 Faro, Portugal, Rua Dom Francisco Gomes 18, Algarve, 8000-000, Portugal
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $27 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Rua Dom Francisco Gomes 18, 8000-000 Faro, Portugal – Excellent location – show map

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*8.1* Faro Marina: only 3 minutes away! (800 feet by foot)

*8.3* Carmo Church & Bones Chapel: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

*8.3* Cathedral of Faro: only 4 minutes away! (1,050 feet by foot)

*8.4* Faro Archaeological Museum: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)

*7.5* Lethes Theatre: only 4 minutes away! (1,050 feet by foot)

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Very spacious rooms, a lot of character to the place. Good location, good staff. Very good wifi, and a great roof terrace.

Keren-or

Israel

staff (can't remember his name) was great and spent a lot of time giving us good local info.

Gordon

United States of America

Great host, very helpful and friendly. Great location!

Tomasz

Poland

It was my first time staying in a hostel and I couldn't wish for a better experience. Thanks to Jorge's tremendous hospitality I felt at home straight away. I stayed there in April, a quiet month tourism-wise, and I had a whole room just for myself, my bed was very comfortable and the bedding was clean, fresh and ironed. Also Jorge just made my stay and saved lot's of my time by giving me all the information I needed about local activities and best places to visit, and offered to book most of those activities for me. I will definitely come back to this hostel (if it's still managed by Jorge :)))!

Yulia

United Kingdom

Jorge is really nice and had some good tips for us. The hostel is great! 💚 Next time we will stay longer than two nights and we will come back to faroway! Thank you Jorge for being so hospitable. Andre and Frauke

Freuemich

Germany

I love this hostel! The owner Jeorge: so lovely person. This hostel is his "baby". He takes care about his guests: giving recommendations for spending free time. It is only one hostel I know with such big rooms, enough space and air! And as a highlight: roof terrace! All the best for Jeorge!

Lilia

Germany

It was in a fantastic location It was very clean and enjoyed helping myself to the coffee, toast and spreads Most importantly the host made us feel super welcome.

Christine

United Kingdom

Perfect location, right next to the old town, next to the city's night life. The host was really friendly, recommended us some places to visit in the city, places to eat etc. Our room was right next to the entrance, but we did not hear when other gests were entering/leaving the building.

Hardi

Estonia

Relaxed, casual atmosphere, good information, helpful host

Else

Netherlands

Great hostel, lovely vibe and super clean. Quirky decor, comfy beds and great social spaces. The breakfast is very basic just bread cheese and jam but basic you could add a few ingredients to make your own, also it’s available all day. I would definitely stay here again.

Holly

United Kingdom

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What guests loved the most:
“Very spacious rooms, a lot of character to the place. Good location, good staff. Very good wifi, and a great roof terrace.”

Keren-or Israel
“staff (can't remember his name) was great and spent a lot of time giving us good local info.”

Gordon United States of America
“Great host, very helpful and friendly. Great location!”

Tomasz Poland
“It was my first time staying in a hostel and I couldn't wish for a better experience. Thanks to Jorge's tremendous hospitality I felt at home straight away.”

Yulia United Kingdom
“Jorge is really nice and had some good tips for us. The hostel is great! 💚 Next time we will stay longer than two nights and we will come back to faroway! Thank you Jorge for being so hospitable.”

Freuemich Germany
“I love this hostel! The owner Jeorge: so lovely person. This hostel is his "baby". He takes care about his guests: giving recommendations for spending free time.”

Lilia Germany
“It was in a fantastic location It was very clean and enjoyed helping myself to the coffee, toast and spreads Most importantly the host made us feel super welcome.”

Christine United Kingdom
“Perfect location, right next to the old town, next to the city's night life. The host was really friendly, recommended us some places to visit in the city, places to eat etc.”

Hardi Estonia
“Relaxed, casual atmosphere, good information, helpful host”

Else Netherlands
“Great hostel, lovely vibe and super clean. Quirky decor, comfy beds and great social spaces.”

Holly United Kingdom

Stay in the heart of Faro – Excellent location – show map

Centrally located in Faro on a pedestrian shopping street, Faroway Hostel features a shared lounge area, a kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

The rooms come with access to shared bathroom and toilet facilities. Guests have free access to the communal kitchen and lounge areas.

The hostel also has a vending machine, BBQ facilities and a bar on site. The tour desk can provide excursion assistance and guests can rent bicycles on site.

Faroway Hostel is located just 350 feet from the Old Town and 1,950 feet from Faro Bus Station. Faro Train Station is a 10-minute walk away and Faro Airport can be reached by car in 15 minutes.

This is our guests' favorite part of Faro, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Located in the real heart of Faro, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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Max adults: 3	Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 3 twin beds
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed
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Max adults: 4	Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 4 twin beds
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Max adults: 2	Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed
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An Inside Look at Faroway Hostel

Faroway Hostel is the only hostel located on the mano street of Faro, exactly on city center we are just 5 minutes walk to every points of interest and all the público transports. Our rooftop terrace will amaze our guests with its roofs.

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What's nearby *

Arco da Vila
0.1 miles
Palacete Belmarço
0.2 miles
Faro Marina
0.2 miles
Lethes Theatre
0.2 miles
Cathedral of Faro
0.2 miles
Faro Archaeological Museum
0.2 miles
Algarve Live Science Centre
0.2 miles
Carmo Church & Bones Chapel
0.3 miles
Faro Train Station
0.4 miles
São Luís Stadium
0.5 miles

Closest Airports *

Faro Airport
1.9 miles

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

5:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

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Pets are not allowed.

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License number: 190/AL

“It was my first time staying in a hostel and I couldn't wish for a better experience. Thanks to Jorge's tremendous hospitality I felt at home straight away. I stayed there in April, a quiet month tourism-wise, and I had a whole room just for myself, my bed was very comfortable and the bedding was clean, fresh and ironed. Also Jorge just made my stay and saved lot's of my time by giving me all the information I needed about local activities and best places to visit, and offered to book most of those activities for me. I will definitely come back to this hostel (if it's still managed by Jorge :)))!”

“Jorge is really nice and had some good tips for us. The hostel is great! 💚 Next time we will stay longer than two nights and we will come back to faroway! Thank you Jorge for being so hospitable. Andre and Frauke”

“I love this hostel! The owner Jeorge: so lovely person. This hostel is his "baby". He takes care about his guests: giving recommendations for spending free time. It is only one hostel I know with such big rooms, enough space and air! And as a highlight: roof terrace! All the best for Jeorge! ”

“Perfect location, right next to the old town, next to the city's night life. The host was really friendly, recommended us some places to visit in the city, places to eat etc. Our room was right next to the entrance, but we did not hear when other gests were entering/leaving the building.”

“Great hostel, lovely vibe and super clean. Quirky decor, comfy beds and great social spaces. The breakfast is very basic just bread cheese and jam but basic you could add a few ingredients to make your own, also it’s available all day. I would definitely stay here again. ”

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Reviewed: October 15, 2019

Freuemich
Germany
10

“Great!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Jorge is really nice and had some good tips for us. The hostel is great! 💚 Next time we will stay longer than two nights and we will come back to faroway! Thank you Jorge for being so hospitable. Andre and Frauke

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America

3 helpful votes
7.1

“Nice location, great guy, cold shower.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
ICE COLD SHOWER I really wanted to wash off the sand/sunscreen. I waited several hours hoping that if the bathrooms were less busy the water might warm up. It never did. :-( The water pressure was also so low we had a hard time getting the soap out of our hair. We stopped trying to wash our hair here and waited until the next location. The kitchen isn't the most sanitary. Rags and sponges did not look fit for cleaning.... especially with cold water. It's also not really equipped for cooking. Pans were quite sparse and quite worn out. Breakfast is plain white toast and jam.
Jorge is very friendly and helpful with recommendations for what to do in the area. He answered all of our questions and sent us links to relevant hikes, ferries, etc. He treated us kindly like family. The rooms are quite large and the beds are EXCEPTIONAL for a hostel. Other people staying here were very chill. It's a good vibe. Nice rooftop. The location is perfect for shops/restaurants/walking around the marina. Beautiful. Thank-you.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2019

Lilia
Germany
9.2

“Lovely place and owner Jeorge! ”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only one: the nights could be loud outside: I recommend to get ear plugs.
I love this hostel! The owner Jeorge: so lovely person. This hostel is his "baby". He takes care about his guests: giving recommendations for spending free time. It is only one hostel I know with such big rooms, enough space and air! And as a highlight: roof terrace! All the best for Jeorge!

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 5, 2019

Christine
United Kingdom
10

“Fab stay in Faro”
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing I didnt like.
It was in a fantastic location It was very clean and enjoyed helping myself to the coffee, toast and spreads Most importantly the host made us feel super welcome.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: September 29, 2019

Hardi
Estonia

3 helpful votes
8.0

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
When we arrived to the breakfast, only thing left was bread and cheese. So if you want to get more, make sure you arrive early to the breakfast.
Perfect location, right next to the old town, next to the city's night life. The host was really friendly, recommended us some places to visit in the city, places to eat etc. Our room was right next to the entrance, but we did not hear when other gests were entering/leaving the building.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 23, 2019

Else
Netherlands
7.5

“Short but pleasant”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Relaxed, casual atmosphere, good information, helpful host

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 21, 2019

Deirdre
Ireland
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location. Relaxed vibe.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 20, 2019

Holly
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great hostel, lovely vibe and super clean. Quirky decor, comfy beds and great social spaces. The breakfast is very basic just bread cheese and jam but basic you could add a few ingredients to make your own, also it’s available all day. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 13, 2019

Ausra
Lithuania

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
All was very nice,just noise outside annoyed.But everything else was very good!

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 12, 2019

Beesreview
Slovakia

13 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very basic place, but the room was spaceous. Don't expect much from the breakfast (you need to prepare it yourself from basic stuff - toast bread, margarine and jam). It can be noisy till late night from the street.
Very central, easy walk everywhere. Spaceous room. The terrace is nice to chill or have breakfast at.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 10, 2019

Annam
Sweden
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Old building, old furniture. Toaster didn’t work. Quiet warm in the room with only one fan.
Very good centrally located. Staff very friendly. Nice toilets with showers and overall clean.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 8, 2019

Kadi
Estonia

2 helpful votes
10

“It was like someone cosy home not cheap hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
I stayed in my 2 weeks holiday time about 10 different hostels and it was most original and unconventional place. Very old building with big bedroom which was so high-that was easy to use triple beds to make more money, but there was just single beds. It is just one hostel where i saw single beds! everything was so cosy with old furniture that i felt like i visited grandmother not just a hostel. And a roof terrace....with small roofs around....it was most special place plus very good location and price.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 7, 2019

Keren-or
Israel
7.9

“Nice place, needs small upgrade”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Toilets have no hand soap, it is not very hygienic, since it's near the kitchen. Rooms are a bit hot, very big and only one small fan. It can get loud out side from people parting at night, and you can hear everything. But if you close the windows or is impossibly hot. Breakfast is very small and not suitable for vegans. Kitchen can be more equipped with cooking knives and wood cooking spoons.
Very spacious rooms, a lot of character to the place. Good location, good staff. Very good wifi, and a great roof terrace.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 2, 2019

Sarka
United Kingdom
9.6

“Cozy place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We stayed one night and everything was great.
Jeorge was really nice and helped us with plan of our trip. Very useful :) and also there is beautiful and cozy terrace. We stay

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Linda
Germany
10

“Best hostel in faro!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Just a lovely hostel! I sadly only stayed stayed for one night but it was wonderful. Perfectly located in the city center and easily accessible from the airport, just 5 minutes to walk from the bus depot. I especially loved the rooftop Terrasse and Jorge's kind way of treating his guests and good recommendations. Plus, you don't feel like in a typical hostel because it's so small and nicely furnished, so cozy. Thank you once again!

Stayed in August 2019

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