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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.

O
Olivia
From
Switzerland
The staff was so lovely and helpful - made me feel right at home. The location is also great, with the beach right across the street. Would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews
Price from
US$53.85
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 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$30.05
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$34.17
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.

f
ftonato
From
Portugal
Communication was always smooth, and the hosts were amazing — kind, cheerful, and genuinely welcoming. They even invited me to join them for some local activities, which made the experience feel truly authentic. Whenever I asked for suggestions, they were always available and helpful. It was the perfect blend of warmth and lightness.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
US$42.71
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$31.38
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.

e
emanuela
From
Germany
It is placed on a safer area of Salvador. Great beautilful comon area Very nice helpfull staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,647 reviews
Price from
US$40.61
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.

H
Harry
From
United Kingdom
Great location, nice staff too, especially Marcos, he was great, always happy to help
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,653 reviews
Price from
US$38.44
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...

m
marta silva
From
United Kingdom
PRIME LOCATION!! the design of the rooms it is fantastic and they are pets lovers you can came from the airport by metro to the city and from there take a UBER will be cheap the journey
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$20.06
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.

A
Antonina
From
United Kingdom
If the reason for your visit is to experience the culture of Salvador with all its amazing music, dance and cuisine, there really is no better place for you to stay at than Tamboleiros: located right in the heart of Pelourinho, close to where all the magic happens (e.g. 1min away from the famous Bar do Neuzão), walking distance to shops, pharmacy, bars, restaurants etc. When it comes to facilities, the hostel has everything you might need: fridge, freezer, washing machine, fully equipped kitchen with a cooker, microwave etc. I never had a single problem with the levels of cleanliness etc. during my stay there either. It’s a simple place, but well equipped, always clean and safe. But it’s not the location or facilities that made my stay at Tamboleiros so special: it’s the wonderful people who work there. From the start, Edu, the owner of the hostel, has been the most welcoming and helpful person a guest could ask for. Whatever question or problem I had, he went above and beyond to make sure I was sorted. This included e.g. showing me the area, taking me to the food market, picking things up from the pharmacy when I was unwell, always offering coffee, sharing food, taking me on trips to nearby beaches or islands alongside other hostel guests. As a solo female traveler, it was very important for me to feel safe and secure and he definitely played a part in that. At the same time, he was never intrusive (which some hostel owners can be) and always respectful of the guests' space. Other employees of the hostel, Rafa and Jack, were wonderful too and contributed to making my stay beyond comfortable and enjoyable. Every day they greeted me with a big smile and willingness to lend a helping hand if needed. All three made me feel so welcomed and included that I ended up extending my stay at Tamboleiros from the initial one week to many more weeks after that. INCREDIBLE & UNFORGETTABLE! I would 100% recommend and go back time and time again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$22.28
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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
US$18.57
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,647 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,653 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$83.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

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

From US$15.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 933 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$43.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Conveniently situated in the centre of Salvador, Hostel Galeria 13 provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$46.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 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$51.99 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$33.43 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$31.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 64 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$13.93 per night

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Pousada & hostel Guedes

Salvador
Budget options available

Conveniently located in the Barra district of Salvador, Pousada & hostel Guedes is set 600 metres from Praia do Farol da Barra, 1.1 km from Barra's Lighthouse and 5 km from Pelourinho.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Situated in Salvador, 400 metres from Porto da Barra, Porto das Palmeiras Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a terrace.

From US$44.20 per night

Hostel Casarão 65

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

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

Solcity Hostel

Barra, Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 746 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$33.43 per night

Fusion Guesthouse

Salvador
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

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

Sol Hostel

Salvador
Budget options available

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
Budget options available

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
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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.

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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, 200 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...

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, 151 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Boasting a bar and barbecue facilities, Terraço Ribeira Casa p Temporada is set in Salvador, 600 metres from Praia da Ribeira and 1.3 km from Bonfim Church.

From US$26 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Salvador

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Avg. price/night: US$46.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 455 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, 3,653 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$50.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 823 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$31.57
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 439 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, 1,072 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$46.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 455 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$46.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 455 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.
Guest review by
Eva
Group
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