Wax Hostel & Apts

1.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Faro Island Beach

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Dining
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area
Quadruple Room, Bay View

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Av. Nascente 11, Faro, Faro, 8005-520
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Faro Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Faro Marina
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Courtyard View

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the area

Faro

On the beach.Within half a mile (1 km) of this Praia de Faro hostel, you'll find Ria Formosa Natural Park and Faro Island Beach. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and University of Algarve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Faro Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Faro Marina - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Faro Cathedral - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Old Town Square - 13 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 18 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casa do Lago - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Central - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪the shack - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Wax Hostel & Apts

Beachfront hostel near Faro Island Beach
As a guest of Wax Hostel & Apts, you'll find multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and an ATM. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wax Hostel & Apts also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Faro hostel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Wax Hostel & Apts offers 4 shared accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to lanais. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

Property Registration Number 31867

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wax Hostel & Apts to the airport?

Wax Hostel & Apts is 2.3 mi (9-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wax Hostel & Apts?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wax Hostel & Apts on Mar 15, 2026 start from CA $139, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wax Hostel & Apts have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wax Hostel & Apts.

How close is Wax Hostel & Apts to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wax Hostel & Apts offer free breakfast?

Wax Hostel & Apts does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wax Hostel & Apts?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Vilamoura (27-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Wax Hostel & Apts?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wax Hostel & Apts?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Wax Hostel & Apts have a pool?

Wax Hostel & Apts does not have a pool.

Does Wax Hostel & Apts have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Wax Hostel & Apts to downtown Faro?

Wax Hostel & Apts is 2.5 mi away from Montenegro.

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