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Boasting a garden, shared lounge and views of city, Sunflower Hostel is situated in Salvador, 400 metres from Porto da Barra. Located around 1.1 km from Praia do Farol da Barra, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.8 km away from Praia de Ondina. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen.

The house is amazing. It doesn't feel like a hostel, but more like a very comfortable home. It has spaceous, lightful living room, well equiped kitchen, terrace to chill. Staff is great, relaxed but always available for help. It's very very clean. It's located very close to the Barra beach. Definetely one of the best hostels I've ever been to.

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9.2
Wonderful
133 reviews
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$11
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Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of sea, Hostel Recanto da Paciência is situated in Salvador, 100 metres from Praia da Paciencia. Featuring barbecue facilities, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 200 metres from Rio Vermelho, 600 metres from Praia da Sereia and 1.5 km from Governament House. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

This place is just amazing, the location, the staff, the amenities, and it is very clean.

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9.2
Wonderful
680 reviews
Price from
$17
per night

Nomads Hostel Multicultural & Coworking in Salvador provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a bar. Featuring a sun terrace, this property is located a short distance from Porto da Barra, Praia do Farol da Barra and Barra's Lighthouse. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are provided.

My best hostel experience in Barra. The staff are very friendly - expect community vibes. Great place to work from too with a nice co-work set up. The outdoor space is a lovely touch - acts as a social space but there are also spots where you can be at peace.

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9.1
Wonderful
801 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Hostel My Place Hospedaria in Salvador provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.8 km from Praia de Ondina.

I loved staying here. I can honestly say this has been my best experience with a hostel. The couple that runs the hostel was so kind and went out of their way to help everyone. I felt like I was with family. I can't reccomend this place enough. Excellent breakfast, company, and location. They were so patient with me while I practice my Portuguese. You will not regret staying here!!!

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9.6
Exceptional
131 reviews
Price from
$15
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Located in Salvador, within 500 metres of Barra beach and 1.2 km of Barra's Lighthouse, Hostel Sol da Barra provides accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi. The property is around 3.7 km from Ondina Beach, 5 km from Mercado Modelo and 5 km from Pelourinho. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen for guests.

Helio is the kindest host you could wish for. The rooms are lovely, and the breakfast is amazing! I would definitely recommend spending some time here if you're passing through Barra. Thanks for having us Helio!

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9
Wonderful
182 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Conveniently set in the centre of Salvador, Bahia Pelô Hostel is within 2.5 km of MAM Beach and 500 metres of Pelourinho. The property is around 6 km from Bonfim Church, 7.2 km from Bus Central Station and 7.4 km from Salvador Shopping Mall. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Warm service, always available. Great guidance and recommendations.

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9
Wonderful
362 reviews
Price from
$15
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Situated in the Barra district of Salvador, Mar à Vista Hostel features a shared lounge. Around 6 m from Barra beach, the property is also 200 meters away from Barra's Lighthouse and offers free WiFi. The property is 2.4 km from Ondina Beach and 6 km from Mercado Modelo.

This is the perfect location you could ask for. Also a minute's walk from the lighthouse. And also the first house on the seaside promenade. From the windows you can see, hear and feel the sea, which is simply perfect. The staff is kind and friendly, there is no breakfast, but there is a time when coffee is served.

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9
Wonderful
849 reviews
Price from
$11
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Casarão 65 is situated in the Barra district in Salvador, 200 metres from Barra beach and 800 metres from Barra's Lighthouse.

Guests will find rooms set up with bunk beds with trundle. Some of them offer a patio or a balcony. A shared kitchen is featured as well.

I really appreciated this place ! Mostly because the staff is great, super friendly and welcoming. The hostel itself is beautiful and ultra convenient. Location is perfect, 5 min walking distance for anything you might need : food, drink, bank, and of course the beach ... I recommend this place 100%

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9
Wonderful
370 reviews

Conveniently situated in the centre of Salvador, Hostel Galeria 13 provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 2.1 km from MAM Beach and 200 metres from Pelourinho, the property offers a terrace and a bar. The hostel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

HG13 is probably the best hostel in Salvador! The room was spacious and clean, with fresh linen and towels. The breakfast was amazing and the staff was helpful and lovely. The free caipirinha was delicious. Wifi worked like magic. The location was excellent and reachable by Uber ( before we came, I was told only official taxis can reach the centre) or by foot, really close to all the attractions and museums. I felt really safe and would stay in this hostel again.

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9
Wonderful
431 reviews
Price from
$17
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Located in Salvador's historic district, Hostel da Providência is offers simple accommodations only 100 metres from Pelourinho. Free WiFi access is available. A daily continental breakfast is also included.

The location is excellent, and the breakfast is simple but delicious. The owner of the place is a one man show who runs everything and takes it very seriously, and he does a great job. The beds are comfortable and the one bathroom is simple, but clean and effective.

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9
Wonderful
122 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Hostel Recanto da Paciência
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 680 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of sea, Hostel Recanto da Paciência is located in Salvador, a few steps from Praia da Paciencia.

    Hostel praticamente em frente à Praia! Localização top!

  • Hostel Sol da Barra
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews

    Located in Salvador, within 1640 feet of Barra beach and 0.7 mi of Barra's Lighthouse, Hostel Sol da Barra provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi.

    Gostei do acolhimento, do local e o ambiente muito agradável.

  • Bahia Pelô Hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 361 reviews

    Well located in the center of Salvador, Bahia Pelô Hostel is within 1.5 miles of MAM Beach and a 6-minute walk of Pelourinho.

    Good location near all the activities for carnaval

  • Hostel Galeria 13
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 431 reviews

    Conveniently located in Salvador, Hostel Galeria 13 provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property features a terrace, as well as a bar.

    The energy, the vibe in this hostel is just really good :)

  • Hostel da Providência
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 122 reviews

    Located in Salvador's historic district, Hostel da Providência is offers simple accommodations only 328 feet from Pelourinho. Free WiFi access is available.

    Warm welcome, beautiful old house, very nice host.

  • Hostel Barra
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,978 reviews

    Just 98 feet from Salvador’s Barra beach, this hostel features a tour desk, TV-room and free Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy drinks at the cybercafé, and use the communal kitchen.

    I really liked how colorful it is and that they make the beds every day

  • Solcity Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 481 reviews

    Located in Salvador, a 4-minute walk from Praia do Farol da Barra, Solcity Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, private parking and a shared lounge.

    Very friendly staff, good location, spacious room, shared kitchen

  • Porto das Palmeiras Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 600 reviews

    Porto das Palmeiras Hostel is a self-catering accommodations located in Salvador, only 262 feet from Barra Beach. Free Wi-Fi access and free parking are available.

    Gostei muito de tudo, local, pessoas e café da manhã

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Salvador

  • Lord Hostel Salvador Bahia
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Conveniently set in the Barra district of Salvador, Lord Hostel Salvador Bahia is located a 6-minute walk from Barra Beach, 0.7 miles from Praia do Farol da Barra and 1.8 miles from Praia de Ondina.

  • HOSTEL e POUSADA SALVADOR PRAIA
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Salvador and with Pituba Beach reachable within a 19-minute walk, HOSTEL e POUSADA SALVADOR PRAIA has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Hostel Arena Prime
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Salvador and within 1.1 miles of MAM Beach, Hostel Arena Prime features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    El personal. El encargado es un genio! Nos ayudó en todo.

  • Hostel My Place Hospedaria
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 131 reviews

    Hostel My Place Hospedaria in Salvador provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

    Muito excelente com pão integral e cuidando com a saúde!

  • Sunflower Hostel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 133 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of city, Sunflower Hostel is located in Salvador, a 4-minute walk from Barra Beach.

    Localização ótima, espaço maravilhoso, funcionários bem simpáticos.

  • Hostel Palma de Leão
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 27 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Hostel Palma de Leão is located in Salvador in the Bahia region, 1.1 miles from MAM Beach and a 18-minute walk from Arena Fonte Nova.

    Dona Silvia dona do Hostel é muito atenciosa e deixa os hóspedes totalmente confortável.

  • Hostel Casarão 65
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 370 reviews

    Casarão 65 is located in the Barra district in Salvador, 656 feet from Barra beach and 2625 feet from Barra's Lighthouse. Guests will find rooms set up with bunk beds with trundle.

    Very nice hostel with good vibes and great people!

  • Nega Maluca Guesthouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 127 reviews

    Nega Maluca Guest house is located in Salvador. Free WiFi access is available. Extras include a fan. At Nega Maluca Guest house you will find a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a bar.

    Staff amazing and terrace with relaxing atmosphere and beautiful view

  • Albergue Rio Vermelho
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 170 reviews

    Albergue Rio Vermelho offers private and shared accommodations in the lively Rio Vermelho district of Salvador, close to bars, clubs, restaurants and shops. The hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

    Muy Buena atención. Trato directo con Dueños. Muy cómodo

  • Manhatã Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,646 reviews

    Located in Salvador and with Barra Beach reachable within a 4-minute walk, Manhatã Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    La ubicacion es genial El personal tambien super!!

  • Casarão Nazaré Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 60 reviews

    Located in Salvador, Casarão Nazaré Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Pelourinho, Lacerda Elevator and Mangabeira Stadium.

    a recepção da dona neide seu Geraldo e seu everaldo

  • CasAMARelo Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 174 reviews

    Located in Salvador, a 3-minute walk from Barra Beach, CasAMARelo Hostel features views of the city.

    the space is cute and has a pretty safe atmosphere.

  • Terraço Ribeira Casa p Temporada
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6 reviews

    Featuring a bar and barbecue facilities, Terraço Ribeira Casa p Temporada is located in Salvador, a 6-minute walk from Praia da Ribeira and 1.7 miles from Praia de Boa Viagem.

    A anfitriã é maravilhosa,supe educada e prestativa!

  • Maré Hostel Itapuã
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 111 reviews

    Located in Salvador, a 5-minute walk from Itapua Beach, Maré Hostel Itapuã has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    O atendimento é ótimo e o custo benefício vale a pena.

  • Laranjeiras Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 703 reviews

    Located in the peaceful Pelourinho neighborhood, Laranjeiras is a recently reformed hostel with free Wi-Fi, cheerful yellow exteriors and ornamental patios.

    The breakfast was really good and with a lot of options

  • Hostel da Residencia
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 247 reviews

    Located in Salvador and within 1.2 miles of MAM Beach, Hostel da Residencia features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Local limpo e aconchegante, funcionários muito simpáticos

  • Tamboleiros Hotel & Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 24 reviews

    Ideally located in the center of Salvador, Tamboleiros Hotel & Hostel is within 1.5 miles of MAM Beach and a 6-minute walk of Pelourinho.

    O Marcelo é muito querido! Eu amei a localização ;)

  • Hostel Recanto da Sereia
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 471 reviews

    Located in Salvador, Hostel Recanto da Sereia offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Praia da Sereia and provides facilities like a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    Gostei dos atendentes, localização e o livre arbítrio. No

  • Puleiro Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,241 reviews

    Located in Salvador, Puleiro Hostel offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Itapua Beach and has facilities like a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

    Puleiro é meu espaço em Itapuã, vou voltar sempre 😊

  • Pousada Belo Mar
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews

    Located in Salvador and with Praia do Farol da Barra reachable within a 11-minute walk, Pousada Belo Mar has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Localização, próximo ao Shopping e Praia e o Atendimento.

  • La Plage Salvador - Boutique Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 284 reviews

    Located in Salvador, La Plage Salvador - Boutique Hostel offers beachfront accommodations a 1-minute walk from Praia da Sereia and facilities like a shared lounge.

    Localização, limpeza e funcionária ou a dona, nao sei, me surpreendeu.

  • Lord Hostel Salvador
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Conveniently set in the Barra district of Salvador, Lord Hostel Salvador is located a 6-minute walk from Barra Beach, 0.7 miles from Praia do Farol da Barra and 1.8 miles from Praia de Ondina.

  • hostel barra
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Ideally set in the Barra district of Salvador, hostel barra is located a 6-minute walk from Praia do Farol da Barra, 0.6 miles from Barra Beach and 1.4 miles from Praia de Ondina.

  • Hostel Salvador Meu Amor
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Hostel Salvador Meu Amor offers rooms in Salvador, a 3-minute walk from Pelourinho and 400 yards from San Francisco church.

  • Hostel Praia de Ondina
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 35 reviews

    Located in Salvador, within a 8-minute walk of Praia do Farol da Barra and 0.8 miles of Praia de Ondina, Hostel Praia de Ondina has accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking...

    Localização excelente. Ambiente silencioso e confortável. Recepção muito amigável.

  • Hostel Torre Bahia-Familia
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 331 reviews

    Hostel Torre Bahia-Familia is located in Salvador, 0.8 mi from Bahia Marina. Free WiFi access is available and breakfast is included. Each room here will provide you with a fan and wardrobe.

    A Dona Neuza é Uma pessoa maravilhosa. Educada. Simpática. É muito receptiva.

  • Hostel do Rasta
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 101 reviews

    Located in Salvador, within a 4-minute walk of Praia do Buracão and 600 yards of Amaralina, Hostel do Rasta has accommodations with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Gostei bastante da recepção, acolhimento e localização

  • Itapuã Corais Hostel e Pousada
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 138 reviews

    Located in Salvador, a 6-minute walk from Itapua Beach, Itapuã Corais Hostel e Pousada provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    O espaço , as pessoas , os voluntários maravilhosos

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  • Hostel Itapua
    No credit card needed
    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 428 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Hostel Itapua offers accommodations in Salvador, 328 feet of famous Itapua Beach and 14 mi from Pelourinho. Some units have a seating area where you can relax.

    Gostei da simpatia dos anfitriães e a localização.

  • HOSTEL e POUSADA SALVADOR PRAIA

    Located in Salvador, HOSTEL e POUSADA SALVADOR PRAIA features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Hostel Massimo Camargo
    No credit card needed

    Hostel Massimo Camargo has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Salvador.

  • Pousada Nery
    No credit card needed
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 16 reviews

    Located in Salvador, 1.4 miles from Praia do Canta Galo, Pousada Nery has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Gadhega's Hotel
    No credit card needed
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 20 reviews

    Gadhega's is located in Salvador. Free WiFi access is available. Dormitory rooms here are simply furnished and include bed linen and air conditioning. All of them have shared bathrooms.

    It's a brand new place and staff is really friendly.

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Hostels that guests love in Salvador

  • Avg. price/night: $43.79
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 801 reviews
    The place, the crew, the people, the sports room, the capoeira workshop that took place in the hostel :) safe location as well.
    tamar
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $29.12
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 127 reviews
    Great location, convenient and safe, very nice staff always telling you what was happening in Salvador each day, well equipped kitchen, nice rooftop terrace to meet other people in the hostel, great price for salvador
    Melody
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.79
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 801 reviews
    Simply the best hostel I’ve been in Brazil! Its comfortable, very clean, great activities, loads of spot to chill/work/have a drink depending on your mood. And the central spot makes it very easy to meet people!
    Isabelle
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $48.53
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,978 reviews
    The property location is excellent, all the staff were very friendly and respectful. This was my first time staying at a proper Hostel and it was an amazing experience. I made new friends and got the chance to speak with many different people. It was great! I felt safe and it was all sweet!
    H
    Halex
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 370 reviews
    Great location - not too far from the beachfront, a few restaurants and supermarkets. As a solo female traveller, the location meant that it also felt safe walking around at night. Hostel is fairly big with open communal areas which allow for socialising! Own kitchen too where a lot of guests cook which is also an added bonus.
    Rebecca
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 849 reviews
    Great location right in front of the beach and by the lighthouse. The promenade is brightly lit at night so very safe, and it's a great people watching spot! The hostel is clean with a cute social area. There are a number of bars and restaurants and supermarkets super close.
    Kate
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42.71
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 431 reviews
    Amazing breakfast and the room nice and spacious.. loved the little pool in the outdoor area and it came really handy after a walk in the sun too Staff really friendly and always there to help us Great location maybe the best hostel in Salvador 😃 Very happy to have stayed here
    Adriana
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $42.71
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 431 reviews
    HG13 is probably the best hostel in Salvador! The room was spacious and clean, with fresh linen and towels. The breakfast was amazing and the staff was helpful and lovely. The free caipirinha was delicious. Wifi worked like magic. The location was excellent and reachable by Uber ( before we came, I was told only official taxis can reach the centre) or by foot, really close to all the attractions and museums. I felt really safe and would stay in this hostel again.
    Eva
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $48.53
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,978 reviews
    Hostel Barra has a great location and the staff was really friendly. Breakfast is also good value and tasty. There is also a really cute little dog, very playful :) The common area invites to sit down and meet new people :)
    Hannah
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $42.71
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 431 reviews
    Nice hostel and a great price. The best hostel breakfast I've had and free caipirinhas at happy hour were fab! What I liked most about this hostel is everything is set up to encourage you to mingle with other backpackers as much as possible. We met so many cool people which isn't always easy in some hostels. We extended our stay and would stay again.
    mckicf
    Young couple

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