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Hostel Recanto da Paciência

Rio Vermelho, Salvador

Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of sea, Hostel Recanto da Paciência is situated in Salvador, 100 metres from Praia da Paciencia.

C
Cristian Sandro
From
Peru
Very nice located a few meters from the boulevard in Rio Vermelho! Everything was very clean and the guys from the staff were great, especially Nahuel was very friendly and helpful with anything you may need!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
Price from
US$53.76
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Triplo J e Guest House

Barra, Salvador

Located in Salvador, within 700 metres of Praia do Farol da Barra and 1.2 km of Barra's Lighthouse, Hostel Triplo J e Guest House provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$33.33
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel do Meio

Rio Vermelho, Salvador

Situated conveniently in the Rio Vermelho district of Salvador, Hostel do Meio is located 6.8 km from Barra's Lighthouse, 7.1 km from Arena Fonte Nova and 7.7 km from Bus Central Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Price from
US$34.11
1 night, 2 adults

Odara Hostel

Barra, Salvador

Located within 400 metres of Porto da Barra and 1.2 km of Barra's Lighthouse, Odara Hostel features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Salvador.

T
Thyago
From
Ireland
Hostel Odara offers an unbeatable location for exploring Salvador's highlights. You're just a 4-minute stroll from the beautiful Praia da Barra and a short hop to the iconic Farol da Barra and historic Pelourinho. The hostel provides comfortable air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and clean shared bathrooms. The convenience of a shared kitchen, helpful tour desk, and currency exchange adds to the appeal. Beyond the prime location, Odara fosters a welcoming and social atmosphere. The shared lounge is perfect for connecting with other travelers. The friendly staff go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. For its excellent location and great amenities, I would absolutely choose Hostel Odara again for my next visit to Salvador. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$42.64
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Arena Prime

Salvador

Set in Salvador and within 1.8 km of MAM Beach, Hostel Arena Prime features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

S
Sara
From
Italy
Functional hotel walking distance from pelhouriño, so very comfortable position. The receptionist was kind and welcoming, he spoke only Portuguese but we understood each other somehow. Room was clean, bed comfortable and air conditioning worked fine! Good complimentary coffee in the morning. I worked very ok for my short passage in Salvador!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
US$31.33
1 night, 2 adults

Manhatã Hostel

Barra, Salvador

Set in Salvador and with Porto da Barra reachable within 100 metres, Manhatã Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

P
Paul
From
Romania
Nice place that provides you with great views of the ocean and of the vibrant area. You can find a supermarket and many places where to eat nearby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,645 reviews
Price from
US$40.55
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Barra

Barra, Salvador

Situated in Salvador and with Praia do Farol da Barra reachable within 200 metres, Hostel Barra features concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

N
Nadim Rafael
From
Canada
On my last day, while I was entering the kitchen to make my coffee, the manager very generously offered me free coffee! Thank you very much 😅😉 The place is very nice, comfortable, spacious, clean, very nicely located close to the beach. Good WiFi, nice kitchen. One tip to have amazing quality/price dinner if you stay there: Go to "MV Delicatessen" (type it on Google Maps). They have buffet for only 40 reais/kg after 19h. Also the snorkeling in the nearby beach left of the Morro do Cristo (when you face the ocean) is very nice 👍🏼
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,643 reviews
Price from
US$38.38
1 night, 2 adults

Centro Cultural do Bispo Guesthouse

Historic Centre Salvador, Salvador

Conveniently set in the Pelourinho district of Salvador, Centro Cultural do Bispo Guesthouse is located 300 metres from San Francisco church, 100 metres from Pelourinho and 1.6 km from Arena Fonte...

J
Jonathan
From
Sweden
I loved literally everything. I have stayed in many hostels and guesthouses around the world in many continents, but this one really stands out. It is probably my favourite place I have ever been to. If this place is available, BOOK IT NOW! Amazing location in the heart of the Cultural centre, fantastic people, warm and social hosts as well as special guests. Thank you for making my time in Salvador special, Amanda and Reidar! 🫶
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$20.02
1 night, 2 adults

Tamboleiros Hotel & Hostel

Historic Centre Salvador, Salvador

Ideally set in the centre of Salvador, Tamboleiros Hotel & Hostel provides accommodation with free WiFi 2.5 km from MAM Beach.

V
Vanessa
From
Portugal
the STAFF IS AMAZING! AMEII. They don't speak a perfect English but they are trying and they know enough i shared a room with other 3 girls which was ok. the apartments are way better. the location is perfect, 3 minutes away from pelourinho and that street is very safe!! i had ones of the best memories there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$22.25
1 night, 2 adults

Maré Hostel Itapuã

Itapuã, Salvador

Set in Salvador, 400 metres from Itapua Beach, Maré Hostel Itapuã offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

V
Vincent
From
France
Very nice staff and owner ! Love the place, peace and close to the beach on the quiet side (lighthouse).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
US$18.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,647 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Salvador and nearby

Arthemis

Salvador
Central location

Ideally located in the Pelourinho district of Salvador, Arthemis is set 400 metres from San Francisco church, 300 metres from Pelourinho and less than 1 km from Lacerda Elevator.

From US$83.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Featuring a garden, centro cultural da flor is located in the centre of Salvador, 2 km from MAM Beach.

From US$15.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews

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

From US$43.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews

Situated in Salvador, within 1.2 km of Arena Fonte Nova and 600 metres of San Francisco church, C&R Hostel Residencial provides free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Salvador, Bahia Pelô Hostel is within 2.5 km of MAM Beach and 500 metres of Pelourinho.

From US$51.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

Hostel da Providência offers rooms in Salvador near Lacerda Elevator and African-Brazilian Museum.

From US$33.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

Located in Salvador and with MAM Beach reachable within 2.8 km, Nega Maluca Guesthouse provides concierge services, rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

From US$31.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Ideally located in the Santo Antonio district of Salvador, Salvador Dance-Hall Cuartos Privados is set 2.6 km from Praia do Canta Galo, 1.3 km from Pelourinho and 1.9 km from Arena Fonte Nova.

From US$13.90 per night

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Fusion Guesthouse

Salvador
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

Fusion Guesthouse is situated conveniently in Salvador, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Sol Hostel

Salvador
No credit card needed

Set in Salvador, within 700 metres of San Francisco church and 700 metres of Pelourinho, Sol Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property.

Yellow house 4

Salvador
No credit card needed

Situated in Salvador, within 700 metres of San Francisco church and 700 metres of Pelourinho, Yellow house 4 features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

Hostel Ateliê Laroyê

Salvador
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Located in the centre of Salvador, Hostel Ateliê Laroyê is situated 2.3 km from MAM Beach and 400 metres from Pelourinho.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Salvador, 1 km from MAM Beach, HOSTEL RAIZ da BAHIA Antigo Hostel Torre provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Conveniently located in the Santo Antonio district of Salvador, Brazil Inn Hostel is set 2.5 km from Praia do Canta Galo, 1.4 km from Pelourinho and 2 km from Arena Fonte Nova.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

Conveniently set in the Vitoria district of Salvador, Luz de Regina Hospedagem Quartos is situated 3 km from Pelourinho, 3.2 km from San Francisco church and 3.5 km from Arena Fonte Nova.

Conveniently set in the Federação district of Salvador, República e hostel da federação vagas compartilhada carnaval carnaval is situated 4.6 km from Arena Fonte Nova, 5.3 km from Barra's Lighthouse...

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Hostel Casarão 65

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

Situated in Salvador, Hostel Casarão 65 has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$33.37 per night

Hostel Barra

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,647 reviews

Situated in Salvador and with Praia do Farol da Barra reachable within 200 metres, Hostel Barra features concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Salvador, 200 metres from Praia do Farol da Barra, Caminito Salvador Hostel features rooms with sea views and free WiFi.

Solcity Hostel

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews

Located in Salvador, 400 metres from Praia do Farol da Barra, Solcity Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$33.37 per night

Maréia Hostel

Rio Vermelho, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located in Salvador and with Rio Vermelho reachable within 500 metres, Maréia Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$56.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Conveniently located in the Boca do Rio district of Salvador, Pousadinha Mel -DORMITÓRIOS EMPRESA is set 1.7 km from Boca do Rio Beach, 4.4 km from Bus Central Station and 4.6 km from Salvador...

Casa Estrela Room

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Located in Salvador and with Porto da Barra reachable within 400 metres, Casa Estrela Room provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge, Albergue Rio Vermelho is situated in Salvador in the Bahia region, 300 metres from Rio Vermelho and 6.6 km from Barra's Lighthouse.

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Avg. price/night: US$46.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Great hostel in a great location. All staff are super helpful and provide you with loads of advice for where to go during your stay. Free Caipirinha hour was a great way to meet people. Breakfast was very generous and delicious.
Guest review by
Katie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,647 reviews
Clean and comfortable feminine dorm. I felt safe. Breakfast was tasty and cheap. It is a great option for your stay in Salvador!
Guest review by
Emilie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$50.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
The place, the crew, the people, the sports room, the capoeira workshop that took place in the hostel :) safe location as well.
Guest review by
tamar
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$31.52
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 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
Guest review by
Melody
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$33.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 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.
Guest review by
Rebecca
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,071 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.
Guest review by
Kate
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$46.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 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
Guest review by
Adriana
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$46.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 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.
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Eva
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