Name: WAX Hostel
Address: Avenida Nascente 11, Praia de Faro, 8005-520 Faro, Portugal, Avenida Nascente 11, Algarve, 8005-520, Portugal
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $28 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Beachfront. Property is on or right next to the beach.

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sandy beaches, the oceanside and seafood – Check location Avenida Nascente 11, Praia de Faro, 8005-520 Faro, Portugal – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sandy beaches, the oceanside and seafood – Check location Excellent location – show map

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View is amazing, the breakfast is small but nice. The place feels like a hotel in many ways. Liked VERY much the bumgun! Terrace was awesome, and there is a beach in both sides of the hotel. Oh, the beds are super cosy.

Keren-or

Israel

The hostel is new and very clean. Good helpful staff. Nice rooftop bar on the last floor with a great view.

Yuliia

Ukraine

Staff was great, location amazing, love the view to the river, that we got the room with private shower and toilet

Kristine

United Kingdom

Amazing views from the terrace, big lounge area, plenty of facilities, kitchen area, WiFi, socket points at bed, plenty WC/ showers, good breakfast included.

Stephen

United Kingdom

Nice Hostel very clean .....the kichen have every thing you need ....very nice view you can swem on the back of the hostel you shower outside is a nice place .

Alexandru

Belgium

If you are looking for relaxation this is the perfect place. IT IS NOT IN THE CITY CENTRE, but it is right next to the beach which is what I was looking for. If you are expecting, Pubcrawls, craziness and parties, you better opt for something else. Also, I think is one of the most cleaned hostels I have been to. (And I've seen many). Furthermore, everyone there was in the same mood. (Solo travels looking for relaxation) RECOMMENDED PLACE!

Andrea

Netherlands

Super clean, very comfy bed, amazing communal area to chill. Big reakfast included with view on the beach in the next door restaurant.

Elena

Germany

It's my 2nd stay here. I love the terrace where you can BBQ or relax/sunbathe/watch the sunrise etc...especially being a plane lover.You can watch the planes coming into Faro. I also must say a big Obrigada to the female member of staff who checked me in on 19 April.I just learnt of a Death of a friend in Portugal ...she translated. Thank you for the hug&your kind support xx

Helen

United Kingdom

The rooms were very clean and modern. The restaurant/bar owned by WAX across the street was affordable and convenient. Staff was very helpful and able to call me a reliable taxi for a red eye flight. I highly recommend.

Anonymous

United States of America

The Hostel faces the river/lagoon with a view across the marshes to the Airport and town. The associated restaurant/snack/bar bar is the other side of the road on the beach and faces out to sea. It was amazingly peaceful sitting on the Hostel terrace looking out even with the noise of the planes taking off in the distance. We had the 4 person room for the two of us. Small but perfect for our needs. Really comfortable beds, phone/usb charging points and a little private bathroom. Our stay was off season so no breakfast option (off season the restaurant/snack/bar doesn't open until 11h00). It was not a problem as there is a small general store 5 mins walk away (near the water tower) where we could buy some things to eat on the Hostel terrace watching the Spoonbills, Egrets, etc feeding on the river banks.

Julian

France

9.5

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What guests loved the most:
“View is amazing, the breakfast is small but nice. The place feels like a hotel in many ways. Liked VERY much the bumgun! Terrace was awesome, and there is a beach in both sides of the hotel.”

Keren-or Israel
“The hostel is new and very clean. Good helpful staff. Nice rooftop bar on the last floor with a great view.”

Yuliia Ukraine
“Staff was great, location amazing, love the view to the river, that we got the room with private shower and toilet”

Kristine United Kingdom
“Amazing views from the terrace, big lounge area, plenty of facilities, kitchen area, WiFi, socket points at bed, plenty WC/ showers, good breakfast included.”

Stephen United Kingdom
“Nice Hostel very clean .....the kichen have every thing you need ....very nice view you can swem on the back of the hostel you shower outside is a nice place .”

Alexandru Belgium
“If you are looking for relaxation this is the perfect place. IT IS NOT IN THE CITY CENTRE, but it is right next to the beach which is what I was looking for.”

Andrea Netherlands
“Super clean, very comfy bed, amazing communal area to chill. Big reakfast included with view on the beach in the next door restaurant.”

Elena Germany
“It's my 2nd stay here. I love the terrace where you can BBQ or relax/sunbathe/watch the sunrise etc...especially being a plane lover.You can watch the planes coming into Faro.”

Helen United Kingdom
“The rooms were very clean and modern. The restaurant/bar owned by WAX across the street was affordable and convenient.”

United States of America
“The Hostel faces the river/lagoon with a view across the marshes to the Airport and town.”

Julian France

WAX Hostel is set in the Faro Beach. The hostel has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea from your terrace or patio. WAX Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property.

There is a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and gift shop at the property.

Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including cycling and canoeing. Motards Faro is 1.6 mi from WAX Hostel, while Desert Island is 2.4 mi away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 1.9 mi from WAX Hostel.

Praia de Faro is a great choice for travelers interested in sandy beaches, the oceanside and seafood.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Free parking

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Non-smoking rooms

Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.7 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Area Info

– Excellent location – show map

Closest Landmarks *

San Lorenzo Golf Course
2.2 miles
Desert Island
2.4 miles
Faro Figuras Theatre
3 miles
Pinheiros Altos Golf Course
3 miles
Quinta do Lago South Golf Course
3 miles
Faro Train Station
3.1 miles
Forum Algarve Shopping Center
3.1 miles
Algarve Live Science Centre
3.2 miles
Faro Marina
3.2 miles
Cathedral of Faro
3.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Wax Restobar Restaurant
0 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Faro Beach Golden sand
Swimming, Water Sports, Food & Drink, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting

150 feet

Closest Airports *

Faro Airport
1.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location, offering us breakfast, super clean, the view, the design, amazing staff”

Maja

Belgium

“Felt like a private resort! It’s more like full house with kitchen, lounge, back patio opening onto the river. Great breakfast buffet is included and served eve...”

Brigette

Australia

9.1

“Awesome location right on the beach, nice open plan, lots of room to chill out. Very relaxing ”

Renee

Australia

9.5

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1 Restaurant On Site

Wax Restobar

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

3:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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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

Children of all ages are welcome.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Please inform WAX 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: 31867/AL

“View is amazing, the breakfast is small but nice. The place feels like a hotel in many ways. Liked VERY much the bumgun! Terrace was awesome, and there is a beach in both sides of the hotel. Oh, the beds are super cosy.”

“If you are looking for relaxation this is the perfect place. IT IS NOT IN THE CITY CENTRE, but it is right next to the beach which is what I was looking for. If you are expecting, Pubcrawls, craziness and parties, you better opt for something else. Also, I think is one of the most cleaned hostels I have been to. (And I've seen many). Furthermore, everyone there was in the same mood. (Solo travels looking for relaxation) RECOMMENDED PLACE!”

“It's my 2nd stay here. I love the terrace where you can BBQ or relax/sunbathe/watch the sunrise etc...especially being a plane lover.You can watch the planes coming into Faro. I also must say a big Obrigada to the female member of staff who checked me in on 19 April.I just learnt of a Death of a friend in Portugal ...she translated. Thank you for the hug&your kind support xx”

“The rooms were very clean and modern. The restaurant/bar owned by WAX across the street was affordable and convenient. Staff was very helpful and able to call me a reliable taxi for a red eye flight. I highly recommend.”

“The Hostel faces the river/lagoon with a view across the marshes to the Airport and town. The associated restaurant/snack/bar bar is the other side of the road on the beach and faces out to sea. It was amazingly peaceful sitting on the Hostel terrace looking out even with the noise of the planes taking off in the distance. We had the 4 person room for the two of us. Small but perfect for our needs. Really comfortable beds, phone/usb charging points and a little private bathroom. Our stay was off season so no breakfast option (off season the restaurant/snack/bar doesn't open until 11h00). It was not a problem as there is a small general store 5 mins walk away (near the water tower) where we could buy some things to eat on the Hostel terrace watching the Spoonbills, Egrets, etc feeding on the river banks.”

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Reviewed: November 8, 2019

Veronica
Ireland
7.0

“A lovely hostel but staff need to smile and be more hospitable!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were not very freindly. Very rarely did they smile at me or know my name even though I booked in for 8 days. Only Suzanne the cleaner remembered my name😊I felt towels should have been provide for the price of the hostel. Also coffy, tea bags, sugar should have been provided as a hospitable and generous gesture given for the price of the hostel. There were no t towels to dry dishes in the kitchen area and doors locks were stiff difficult to unlock with keys.
The cleaner Suzanne kept the place so clean. She was lovely and so freindly even though she spoke little English. The hostel was spotless. Beds very comfortable and easy access to bed side lamps and charger for phone. View out on the Bay was lovely and balcony area was very spacious with places to sit and eat.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: October 24, 2019

Julian
France

13 helpful votes
9.2

“Amazingly calm and comfortable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
The Hostel faces the river/lagoon with a view across the marshes to the Airport and town. The associated restaurant/snack/bar bar is the other side of the road on the beach and faces out to sea. It was amazingly peaceful sitting on the Hostel terrace looking out even with the noise of the planes taking off in the distance. We had the 4 person room for the two of us. Small but perfect for our needs. Really comfortable beds, phone/usb charging points and a little private bathroom. Our stay was off season so no breakfast option (off season the restaurant/snack/bar doesn't open until 11h00). It was not a problem as there is a small general store 5 mins walk away (near the water tower) where we could buy some things to eat on the Hostel terrace watching the Spoonbills, Egrets, etc feeding on the river banks.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 14, 2019

Anonymous
Austria
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
The terrace next to the sea is amazing. And just on the other side of the street is a restaurant that belongs to the hostel as well, with an amazing terrace at the beach too.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Laetitia
France
8.3

“Nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I asked some questions when I booked but I haven no answers.
Nice moment during my stay ! Lovely place and amazing sight ! I was really surprised, everything was literally as I could imagine. Calm and cozy all what I need. I will recommend this place.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 5, 2019

Dan
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not great pressure in the showers
Beds changed and room cleaned everyday. Nice breakfast

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 30, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
The location is absolutely gorgeous one side across the road is the beach and other side is the backwaters. The breakfast is perfect and the best. The bus stop is just a 7-8m walk away and the ferry stop 10m walk away.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 29, 2019

Chiara
Italy
10

“Lovely❤️”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
nothing everything was lovely
Incredible staff! specially Miriana always smiling and ready to help! Brand new showers and amazing breakfast!!! very relaxing place , definitely my home when back in praia de Faro

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 27, 2019

Maria
Ireland

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing at all!
Everything! Spotlessly clean, very comfortable and well equipped, plenty of showers and bathrooms, excellently located less than 10 minutes from airport and across the road from 5 kilometre sandy beach. Plenty of cafe/restaurant/bars immediately adjacent. Lovely terrace for the enjoyment of guests. Continental breakfast provided. Friendly and obliging staff, especially Marianne who was front of house during my visit and was warm, welcoming and extremely helpful! Happy to recommend Wax Hostel and would hope to return again! 😁

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 25, 2019

Genia
Austria

8 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Its not possible to do laundry in the hostel! If you need to wash your clothes you have to Take the Bus to the city Center which Takes 30minutes and 2,30€ each way because you cannot even do it somewhere Close by! Airport is pretty close which is a bit noisy! The keys did not Open the doors properly, so it was difficult to get in the room every time! People locked themselves frequently in the toilet (including me) because the lock wouldnt open. Breakfast could have been better
Its a small hostel, so it was easy to meet new people! The View from the terrace is amazing and the beach is right on the other Side of the Hostel! Very comfy bed with usb Plug and small light! Roomservice and cleaning every day, it was super clean all the time

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 24, 2019

Alessio
United Kingdom
9.6

“Great location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast is always included in the price of your stay. Although I found it a little bit limited. I would prefer to pay a little extra and have more choices, like they were doing in the past years.
Great location. Having breakfast in front of the ocean is priceless. Staff really caring and friendly.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 23, 2019

Agnieszka
Belgium
9.2

Awesome
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 8 nights
WiFi quality
A very good breakfast, perfect location, very friendly staff

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 22, 2019

Martins
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Very nice hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location and facilities

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 20, 2019

Jenny
United Kingdom
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
For the price I’d expect a lot more. Rooms were very basic, locks stuck and the doors where hard to open so you were woken up every time someone came and left. Beds were hard, my Locker didn’t lock, towels cost extra, noise was bad as the walls were thin. No staff really around.
Right next to the beach. Lovely terrace and good breakfast.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Anonymous
Ireland
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
Location was perfect, staff were friendly and helpful, hostel was nice and comfortable

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 15, 2019

Kathryn
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.8

“Great beach location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bedrooms are quite small.
Excellent location-third time I’ve visted. More like sharing a villa , than hostel. Super friendly, helpful staff. Lovely terrace.Nice breakfast.

Stayed in September 2019

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