Title: Hostel Casa Branca - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostel Casa Branca Mountain hostel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Praia ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/fbec09f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/a6854579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Terrace, Oceanfront (Double Bed)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/eba4c77c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/db698711.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/8a5f2f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hostel Casa Branca, near Prainha Beach, offers a lively retreat with a sun-drenched terrace and bar. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, secure luggage storage, and meals at the restaurant. The multilingual staff is consistently praised for their attentive service. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Kitchen - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=23197154&PinnedHotelID=23197154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Ilha do Fogo, Praia #### What's nearby - Quebra Canela Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Prainha Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Estadio da Varzea - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Market - 4 min drive - 2.9 km - Museu Etnográfico de Praia - 5 min drive - 3.3 km #### Getting around - Santiago Island (RAI-Praia Intl.) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪secreto ibérico - ‬7 min walk - ‪Casa dos Sabores - ‬8 min walk - ‪Maria Julia Restaurant - ‬16 min walk - ‪Roayal Palop Delicious - ‬13 min walk - ‪As Campanas - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Hostel Casa Branca Hostel near Prainha Beach Located close to Market and Museu Etnográfico de Praia, Hostel Casa Branca provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance - Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Hostel Casa Branca offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens - Furnished balconies or patios, separate dining areas, and stovetops ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96900000/96895200/96895130/d7422e85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happy Day Hotel Praia - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 7.8 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=96895130&PinnedHotelID=96895130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95920000/95913000/95912990/d26de7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Txada Hostel Praia - Parking included - Free WiFi - Bar - Laundry 8.0 Very good 15 reviews CA $53 CA $69 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=95912990&PinnedHotelID=95912990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69900000/69890500/69890448/9095c4db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Limeira Hotel Cidade Velha - 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A restaurant ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (weekdays only) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - In the mountains - On the boardwalk/promenade - On the waterfront - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 2 buildings - 3 floors ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop ### More - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Living room - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 3 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.49 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5.00 per person - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 10.00 per vehicle (one way) - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 3 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hostel Casa Branca Praia Casa Branca Praia Hostel Casa Branca Praia Hostel Casa Branca Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hostel Casa Branca Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Praia ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hostel Casa Branca pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hostel Casa Branca? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hostel Casa Branca? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hostel Casa Branca? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Hostel Casa Branca provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 10.00 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Hostel Casa Branca located? > Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Prainha Beach, Market, and Museu Etnográfico de Praia. Royal Fortress of São Filipe and São Francisco monastery and church are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hostel Casa Branca Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.8/10 Staff & service ### 2.0/10 Amenities ### 6.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 2/10 Terrible #### Rony Oct 18, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Chambre très grande mais pas propre et lit pas confortable. Je suis arrivée tard à cause de mon vol et personne pour m'acceuillir...j'ai du attendre que la responsable se reveille pour avoir ma chambre. Pas sympatique du tout et pas presente dans l'etablissement...pas de papier toilette, pas d'eau et pas de seeviette. INADMISSIBLE Etablissement très loin du centre ville. Je le recommande surtout pas ##### Rony Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Only stayed 7 hours. Insufficient time to give a full review. My room was clean, spartan and functional ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick May 2, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### HOTEL molto accogliente con uno staff eccezionale. Un hotel molto carino ed accogliente. Uno staff eccellente con Benge' e Jose a fare di tutto per accontentare gli ospiti. grazzzzzzie ragazzi. Le camere sono pulite e spaziose. Il bagno è pulitissimo. La zona non è centralissima ma un taxi per il centro costa solo 3 euro. Hanno insistito per farci mangiare tutti insieme ed è stato bello davvero. 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