My ItineraryHostel Arrifana - Aljezur
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Address
Arrifana - Aljezur
Urbanização Arrifamar -
Praia da Arrifana
8670-111 Aljezur
Portugal
Tel. +351 282997455
Fax. +351 217232101
arrifana@movijovem.pt
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Hostel Overview
Arrifana youth hostel is a brand new purpose-build hostel offering modern, comfortable and well-equipped facilities. Located in an excellent spot for surf and body board lovers, Arrifana has a relaxed atmosphere and it is well known for its long stretch of sand sheltered by cliffs with a picturesque fishing port.Arrifana, a year round favourite beach with surfers and body boarders, is also ideal for nature lovers or simply for people looking for relaxing. Located in Costa Vicentina Natural Park, in the south west coast of Portugal, Arrifana is one of the prettiest beaches with a reputation for fine grilled fish and for stunning natural landscapes, providing an excellent example of balance between human settlement and the natural environment. From here is worth it to explore further south along the coast, where are the beaches of Bordeira and Amado (Carrapateira), which have hosted national and international surfing and body boarding events, until Sagres that housed the famous nautical school founded by the Infante D. Henrique in the 15th century. If you have the energy and desire to stray from the beaten track, albeit with difficult access, it’s possible to discover many other beaches that have been preserved in a virtually unspoilt state.
FREE WI-FI Tourist points of interest: Aljezur Castle. National Monument, the castle of Aljezur, founded in the tenth century by the Arabs during the Muslim occupation of the Algarve, was taken by the Christians, led by D. Palo Peres Correia in 1249. Reportedly was the last castle to be conquered in the Algarve during the reign of King Afonso III. Although already quite degraded, still retains its approximately walls (fourteenth century) and two towers. By way of curiosity, off Depth of Carrickfergus is shipwrecked by the beach Bordeira of the ship La Condessa.
ACTIVITIES - TREKKING TO THE TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN OR TREKKING IN THE VILLAGE OF ALJEZUR. FOR THE SURF ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO A BAPTISM OF SURF OR COURSE 1 DAY OR COURSE 3 DAYS
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
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| 7 | 6 | 38 | |||
Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly):
24 hours
Opening times (over the year):
01 January - 23 December; 26 December - 31 December
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | Aljezur, 10 km - Taxi available (price from €8 to €12) |
| Rail: | Lagos, 37 km |
| Airport: | Faro, 115 km |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Historical sites nearby | | Hiking area |
| Nightlife nearby | | Horseriding at or near hostel |
| Restaurants nearby | | Leisure facilities nearby |
| Beach at or near hostel | | Mountainous/hilly area |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Breakfast in price |  | Hostel open 24h |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Café/Bar |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Lockers available |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Garden |
 | Sports |  | Rates include local tax |