Where to Stay in Faro
Faro is a great compact town, making seeing most of the sites on foot easy and finding a central hotel even easier. Whether you want budget, beach or splurge, the following suggestions should help you on your search for accommodation in Faro.
Why not stay at someone´s home? With Airbnb you, you get the comfort of feeling at home without having to do all the housework. Hosts are usually very helpful and can make recommendations about eh local area. Properties can be found that are centrally located and about the same price as a budget hotel for 2 people. Much of the time it even includes use of the kitchen. See here to findAirbnb properties in Faro.
Hostel Blablabla is newer player to the hospitality scene but it seems that they are doing well so far. It´s located in the center of the city right near the train station, so this may be ideal if you are taking the train to and from Faro. A bed in a dorm starts at around 11€. Book Hostel Blablabla through Hostelworld
1. Splurge
With lovely rooftop-terrace views of Faro Marina and Ria Formosa, Hotel Faro is the place to be. The hotel is located right in center of everything, including the old city, the pedestrian shopping area and the marina. This 4 star hotel also offers free shuttle´s to the Ilha Deserta during the high season. Be careful if you plan on using the Wifi though, as it charges 3 per hour. Book Faro Hotel through Kayak2. Budget Hotel
Coming around 50€ during high season for a double room with a private bathroom, Hospedaria Sao Filipe is a good value for the money. Located in the center of town, the rooms have air-conditioning and wifi is available throughout the hotel. Book Hospedaria Sao Filipe through Kayak3. Rent a Room in an Apartment (Airbnb)
Why not stay at someone´s home? With Airbnb you, you get the comfort of feeling at home without having to do all the housework. Hosts are usually very helpful and can make recommendations about eh local area. Properties can be found that are centrally located and about the same price as a budget hotel for 2 people. Much of the time it even includes use of the kitchen. See here to findAirbnb properties in Faro.
4. Hostel
Hostel Blablabla is newer player to the hospitality scene but it seems that they are doing well so far. It´s located in the center of the city right near the train station, so this may be ideal if you are taking the train to and from Faro. A bed in a dorm starts at around 11€. Book Hostel Blablabla through Hostelworld
