Hostel A Casa da Árvore

Great location. Walking distance from the central market. The beds were very comfortable and the host super friendly.

The entrance door was failing to open sometimes. However, we had an extra key, so in the end, was not a big issue. The ventilation of the bathroom could be improved.

The rooms were comfortable and spacious with a large standing fan provided and large windows. The private bathroom was clean with a good shower, it was not adjacent to the room but was only a short walk down the corridor. We had access to a well equipped kitchen with some food available to use and also a terrace and indoor seating area. The location was a short walk into the centre on a quiet street and it felt safe walking back to at night. Rui the host was very friendly and welcoming and he provided great recommendations of places to eat and drink in Faro!

This is a lovely, small hostel with just four rooms, each with its own private bathroom, which makes it feel very comfortable and personal. The rooms are tastefully decorated and very clean. Rui, the owner, is incredibly kind and attentive. He checks in daily to make sure guests are doing well and is always quick to respond to any requests. You really feel well taken care of. There’s a garden/terrace area that’s perfect for relaxing or meeting other guests, as well as a shared kitchen with a fridge and an “honesty bar” offering coffee, tea, water, and more. The location is excellent: about a 10-minute walk to the city center, yet wonderfully quiet since it’s just outside the busiest area. There’s also a grocery store and several restaurants just 2–3 minutes away. A truly warm and welcoming place. I would happily stay here again!

The front door is a little noisy when it closes, and our room was right next to it, but otherwise nothing. The entire stay was really great, and everything was so easy.

The host was very responsive. It's a charming place, though the walls are paper-thin, so noise from the hallway and neighboring rooms can be heard.

The pricing policy lacks transparency. A €10 cleaning fee was added to the final price that had already been confirmed through Booking.com, where all taxes and charges were supposedly included. This extra charge was only communicated after the booking was confirmed (with no possibility of cancellation) and after payment had been made. This approach feels neither transparent nor fair. I shared this feedback with the owner and suggested either clearly stating the fee before booking or simply including it in the room price. While he showed empathy, he still insisted on the additional payment. Also, it would have been helpful to have some shelf space in the bathroom to place toiletries.