Salvador
Brazil · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Salvador, Brazil range from $3 to $23/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 20 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 6, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Salvador, Brazil
A typical dorm night in Salvador runs about $10.
Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $3/night) and September the most expensive (from $10/night).
At $3/night and up, Salvador is a mid-range hostel destination in Brazil.
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Hostels we track in Salvador
- Hostel Galeria 13 9.0 · 2,127 reviews
- Nega Maluca Guesthouse 9.4 · 1,042 reviews
- Nomads MultiCultural 9.5 · 329 reviews
- Hostel Casarao 65 4.0 · 213 reviews
- HI Laranjeiras 7.4 · 181 reviews
- Porto das Palmeiras Hostel 8.6 · 165 reviews
- Hostel Barra 8.0 · 95 reviews
- Hostel do Rasta 5.1 · 67 reviews
- Manhatã Hostel 8.4 · 44 reviews
- Salvador Backpackers House 9.7 · 22 reviews
- Pousada São Francisco de Assis 0.0 · 6 reviews
- Barra Mar Hostel 7.1 · 5 reviews
Local knowledge for Salvador
Where to stay
Most budget travelers base themselves in Pelourinho, the cobblestoned historic center within walking distance of Mercado Modelo and the Elevador Lacerda. Barra is a quieter alternative, with Farol da Barra at one end of the beach and a solid spread of budget and mid-range hostels a short walk from the sand.
Getting around
- The Metrô Salvador runs from Aeroporto station (on Line 2, transferring to Line 1 at Acesso Norte) to Lapa in the city center for a few reais. Walk past the taxi touts at arrivals and follow signs to the metro.
- Olodum rehearses publicly on Tuesday nights at Praça Teresa Batista in Pelourinho. The drumming starts after dark, the square fills up, and it costs nothing to watch.
- Book anything during Carnaval at least three months out. Pelourinho and Barra hostels regularly sell out in October for a February festival, and nightly rates can triple.
When to go
May and September through October offer the lowest hostel rates. Beds fill fastest during Carnaval in February or early March and around the Lavagem do Bonfim in January.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Salvador cost per night?
Dorm beds in Salvador currently range from $3 to $23/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Salvador?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Salvador are August 6, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Salvador?
HostelHawk currently tracks 20 hostels in Salvador, Brazil.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Salvador?
Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Salvador, with dorm beds from $3/night.
Is Salvador affordable compared to other hostel cities in Brazil?
Salvador is a mid-range hostel destination in Brazil, with dorm prices starting from $3/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Salvador?
Most budget travelers base themselves in Pelourinho, the cobblestoned historic center within walking distance of Mercado Modelo and the Elevador Lacerda. Barra is a quieter alternative, with Farol da Barra at one end of the beach and a solid spread of budget and mid-range hostels a short walk from the sand.
What is the best time of year to visit Salvador?
May and September through October offer the lowest hostel rates. Beds fill fastest during Carnaval in February or early March and around the Lavagem do Bonfim in January.