[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostel Casa Branca Travelers enjoy handcrafted cocktails during the day and savor authentic local cuisine at night, all while staying just steps from breathtaking beach shores ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/fbec09f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&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) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/8a5f2f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23200000/23197200/23197154/a6854579.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) - 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. 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[Visit our Praia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Praia.dx2936) [View more Hostels in Praia](https://www.expedia.ca/Praia-Hostels.d2936-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C14.90948%2C-23.53203&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zKjfSBSBVfVgMo0PqmmRY1sMOvI=) R. 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 - ‪Casa dos Sabores - ‬8 min walk - ‪secreto ibérico - ‬7 min walk - ‪As Campanas - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kebra Cabana - ‬4 min drive - ‪Terrazza Italia - ‬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 a TV in the lobby - Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk 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 ![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42020000/42014100/42014015/0efaa3c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aparthotel Palace Praia - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 15 reviews CA $67 CA $93 total includes taxes & fees Oct 3 - Oct 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=42014015&PinnedHotelID=42014015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34760000/34758800/34758775/abff88e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vivenda Viviani Praia - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=34758775&PinnedHotelID=34758775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free self parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30311700/30311680/46fc07a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel América Praia - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=30311680&PinnedHotelID=30311680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12000100/12000035/e4169cc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vivi Hotel Praia - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 6.8 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=12000035&PinnedHotelID=12000035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 CA $99 CA $160 total includes taxes & fees Oct 3 - Oct 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=96895130&PinnedHotelID=96895130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person - A bar/lounge - 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. 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