Palma Hostel
Rua do Giz 129
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Why people book this hotel
“Location in a scenic central street in the Historic Old Town”
“The location and the common area were great”
“Friendly english-speaking staff”
“Friendly staff and felt safe for a solo female traveller”
“The room under the staircase is well renovated (except for the old mattress)”
“Rooms have TV and air-conditioning and hairdryer can be asked to the staff”
“The breakfast is rich in variety and delicious”
“Great location very nice staff great breakfast The hotel in general was very co…”
“Air con effective Wifi worked well Overall room was very basic and served it…”
Overview
Located in the beautiful São Luís, Palma Hostel features free WiFi access, a tour desk and luggage storage service. A shared kitchen is available for guests to prepare breakfast and homemade dishes. With cosy décor, each room provides guests with air conditioning and a balcony. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a shower and free toiletries. Extras include bed linen. The Palma Hostel is set in São Luís Historic Centre, 200 metres from Central Market and 200 metres from Se Church. Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport is 10 km away.
Traveller reviews
Daniel
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“Very much suits the purpose for one or 2 nights.”
The room under the staircase is well renovated (except for the old mattress). Aircon works well. Small fridge available. The room itself was actually better than some online reviews suggested. Location in a scenic central street in the Historic Old Town. Friendly english-speaking staff. Secure luggage storage for trips elsewhere.
Amelia
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Friendly Hosts”
Friendly staff and felt safe for a solo female traveller. I was given recommendations on where to go whilst staying here.
Augustus
family_with_children
April 10, 2026
The location and the common area were great
Luis
family_with_children
February 19, 2026
In general everything was great.
Clau
family_with_children
August 13, 2025
“Sao Luís's mirror”
The location is really central, only few minutes walk from the main square, restaurants and shops. The downstairs bit is really nice, it is a beautiful colonial building and nicely decorated. Rooms have TV and air-conditioning and hairdryer can be asked to the staff.
Chris
couple
September 27, 2024
“Fantastic location”
Superb central location. Characterful building
Carlo
extended_group
September 16, 2024
“Good place in a fine district.”
Nice room with all the facilities in a great condition. Nice neighbourhood with many nice bars, coffee shops and restaurants.
Carlos
couple
August 12, 2024
“Good hostel but bad experience”
The building is cute and the interior works are beautiful. Big rooms and high ceilings.
ELEONORA
couple
August 12, 2024
“Wonderful pousada in Sao Luis”
The accommodation, the room, the position and the staff
Anonym4321
family_with_children
May 9, 2024
Staff from the morning shift is nice and polite as well as helpful, but not the boy from the evening shift (speaks to.you while typing in the phone - you have to wait as customer till he finishes his private messages - very rude)
yankokko
solo_traveller
March 30, 2024
It is a guest house in a renovated old building. The furnishings in the building are elaborate and tasteful. Air conditioning is quite good. The breakfast is rich in variety and delicious.
Dylan
solo_traveller
February 20, 2024
Really friendly and happy staff always ready to help in any way. Amazing location. Nice room with fridge and tv and AC was good.
Alessandra
family_with_children
September 10, 2023
Well located, right in the historic center.
Sandra
extended_group
June 7, 2023
“Amazing building and amazing staff”
Great location very nice staff great breakfast The hotel in general was very cool with a spacious rooms
Daniel
couple
March 21, 2023
“Basic accommodation with no frills”
Reception staff was really helpful and facilitated a taxi for 130am to the airport - this was a nice thing about the place. Air con effective Wifi worked well Overall room was very basic and served it's purpose for us for two nights in transit but wouldn't want to stay for an extended period. Note - we stayed in a private room. These are actually located around the block in "Americana hostel" and not directly inside Palma hostel.
MaTina
family_with_children
January 24, 2023
All ! The house got history, is spacious and beautifully decorated. Room big and bed comfy, breakfast delicious. And, the receptionist an educated man who knows all about São Luís. Carnival music just around the corner, the best! Will definitely come back !
Agaton
family_with_children
January 19, 2023
“Charming place in the heart of the old town”
Location is excellent, in the heart of Centro Historico. The building itself is old but very charming, so expect doors and stairs etc to not be of modern standard.
Justine
couple
September 3, 2022
Super hostel, very beautiful, very good location and very nice staff. I highly recommend this place!
Oliver
couple
August 21, 2022
“Cheap, but not cheerful”
Best location to explore the historical centre because it's smack-bang in the middle of it. The staff who worked during the day were nice and helpful. Breakfast was decent. BUT you could easily catch an Uber there and spend several hours exploring the area if you wanted to stay outside of the historical area. I don't even think local tourists stay in that area.
Dylan
solo_traveller
July 12, 2022
friendly staff, very helpful awesome location great atmosphere
Facilities
Activities
Evening entertainment, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Currency exchange, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Apartment
The air-conditioned apartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this apartment also features a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Triple Room
The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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