ABOUT US

The hostel started in 2013 with an idea and passion to open a hostel and welcome guests from all over the world. The hostel started small with only 3 rooms and 9 beds total. I was overwhelmed with joy when I had 10 guests in the first month and had to put a mattress on the floor because she had no other place to go. The Orange Terrace Hostel was the first hostel in the center of Albufeira.

From there on every year in winter when the hostel is closed we renovated more parts of the house to accommodate more people. Now we have 34 beds in total. The house is a traditional old portuguese family house, not intended to be a hostel, so not everything is perfect, but we did our best to create a cosy, feel like home and relax, clean, secure and friendly atmosphere with the hard work and love we put in to it.

In 2016 my now wife, came to stay as a guest for one night. I asked her to come back. She did and never left. Since then we manage the hostel together. We renovate, we clean, talk to guests, hear interesting stories, invite to go to the beach to watch the sunset and so many more things.. but always together.

2018 is when our border collie boy Sunny came to us when he was just 2 months old. The best dog you can imagine. He will be your best friend if you play ball with him. He will be the first to greed you on the door when you ring the bell.

Since 2013 we create wonderful memories and connections. Maybe see you one day.

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Common areas

The hostel has a beautiful little patio to relax and make new friends, as well as a big roof terrace with a lounge, a bar with cold drinks to socialize before heading out to famous bars of Albufeira. As well as a big table to have breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Our roof terrace closes 11 pm to avoid problems with our neighbours. Other common areas like the patio and living room are very close to the dorms, so hanging out and talking all night is not allowed so our guests can enjoy a quiet night and good sleep. The beach is a fantastic place to have your nightly conversations.

We sell beer, wine and ciders (no spirits) just to socialize, not to get drunk. It is forbidden to bring any alcoholic drinks into the hostel. You are not allowed to store your alcoholic beverages inside the fridge.

Reception

Our check-in starts at 15h00 (3 pm), but if you arrive in Albufeira earlier you can drop by and leave your bags with us for free. You can then enjoy the town and the beach until its time to check-in after 3 pm till and latest midnight.

Our check-out is until 11 am. In case you would like to leave your bags with us. We have a secure and free of charge storage for you. After check-out you no longer have the right to use the hostel facilities. In case you would like to use the hostel facilities after check-out you can do so for an additional 10 Euros until 11 pm.

Facilities

We have 7 shared dormitories total. Each guest has their own locker inside the dorm. For a 10 Euro refundable deposit, we offer a keyset with a main entrance key tag and a locker key. In case of loss or damage we keep the deposit to pay for copies.

Our bathrooms / showers / toilets are all shared and unisex.
We rent towels for 2 € and you can keep them until you check-out.
If you need to do your laundry. We wash them for you for 5 Euros per machine.

Our kitchen is fully equipped, ready to prepare your favourite meals. The kitchen is like all spaces shared with other guests, so please always keep the kitchen clean and tidy.

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Beaches and Sightseeing:

The Orange Terrace Hostel is just 2 minutes walking distance away from the beach “Praia do Peneco” and 5 minutes away from the famous Fishermans beach “Praia dos Pescadores”, located in the old city centre of Albufeira.

Most travel guides talk about the scenery beach of Falesia. Stunning red cliffs as a backdrop of a kilometres long beach that goes all the way to Vilamoura. You can get there by car (15 min. Drive), bus or Uber.

For me the most stunning beaches are all to the west in short distance to Albufeira. It starts with Arrifes, São Rafael, Coelha, Evaristo, Castelo and Galé and many many other beaches in between. The best way to get to know them is by walking along the coast and get lost in all the different cliff formations and caves along the way.

At São Rafael beach you can rent a Kayak, Stand-up-Paddle or do Coasteering to see the most beautiful cliff formations with caves and tunnels to go through and find hidden beaches with our partners at SUP Albufeira. Book with us at the reception.

From the Marina de Albufeira you can take one of the boat trips to see the Caves, Dolphins or do Parasailing. You can also book this with us.

At Praia da Galé just 10 min drive away you can go for a surf and enjoy an amazing sunset.

We also have our own favorite little secret beach that we would love to show you during your stay.

Other must-see beaches in the Algarve:

Praia da Marinha (ca. 20 min. Drive)

Benagil Cave & Beach (20 min. Drive)
Praia do Carvalho (ca. 25 min. Drive)
Portimão: Praia dos Tres Irmãos (35 min. Drive)
Lagos: Praia da Dona Ana, Camilo e Ponta da Piedade (45 min. Drive)

If you have any questions while you are here, just ask one of us and we will be happy to help out and give advice. We hope to see you soon to enjoy an amazing summer!