Old Town, Albufeira
Orange Terrace Hostel
A small, seasonal hostel in an old Portuguese house in Albufeira old town, with a roof terrace bar for guests and dorms only. Open May to October.
By Portugal Best Hostels · Rating and prices checked
Photo: Orange Terrace Hostel
- Neighbourhood
- Old Town
- Albufeira
- Dorms from
- €21.85
- checked 6 Oct 2026
- Hostelworld
- 8.8/10
- checked 6 Oct 2026
- Hostel type
- Social
- No nightly party programme
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Our verdict
Orange Terrace is a small backpacker hostel a few minutes from Albufeira's bar street and the beach. The roof terrace is the social hub, but the hostel deliberately keeps heavy partying outside, and it has no air conditioning or private rooms. It only opens from May to October.
Who it suits
Good for
- Backpackers who want Albufeira nightlife nearby, not in the hostel
- Solo travellers
Not for
- Stag or large groups (not accepted)
- Couples wanting a private room (dorms only)
- Winter trips (open May to October)
Price and rating above checked 6 Oct 2026; your dates may differ.
Rooms and prices
| Room | Lowest price per night |
|---|---|
| Dorm bed | €21.85 |
Hostelworld's lowest rate, checked 6 Oct 2026. City tax, where charged, is extra, and prices change with your dates.
What stands out
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Roof terrace bar
A covered roof terrace with a small bar and a long table; outside alcohol is not allowed.
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Bar nights, not stag parties
It runs happy-hour bar nights and a monthly full-moon beach party, but turns away stag and large party groups.
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Seasonal
The hostel's season runs from May to October.
Facilities
- Roof terrace with covered lounge and small bar
- Patio
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Free lockers (keys provided)
- Free luggage storage
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fans in rooms (no air conditioning)
- Bicycle parking
- Airport transfers
Location
Rua Padre Semedo Azevedo 24, 8200-167 Albufeira, Portugal · Old Town
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Nearby alternatives
The 2 closest hostels we cover in Algarve, compared with Orange Terrace Hostel.
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Orange Terrace Hostel (this hostel)
Old Town · Social
8.8/10
from €21.85
- Casa da Madalena Backpackers Hostel
Historic centre, by the bus stations · 29.3 km away · Quiet
9.9/10
from €25
- Tilia Hostel
City centre · 29.3 km away · Social, Quiet, Coworking
9.5/10
from €22.77
Distances are straight-line, not walking routes. Ratings and prices are each hostel's Hostelworld figures on the date shown on its page.
FAQ
When is Orange Terrace Hostel open?
Its season runs from May to October.
Does it have private rooms or air conditioning?
No. It has only 4-, 6- and 8-bed dorms, and the rooms have fans rather than air conditioning.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
No. The hostel sells beer, wine and sangria at its roof bar and reception, and does not allow outside alcohol.
How do I get there from Faro airport?
The hostel says the Aerobus runs to Albufeira's main bus station from 8am to 8pm; it also arranges a private shuttle for up to 4 people for €40.
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How we checked this page
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