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Backpackers Sunset in Florianopolis
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- Backpackers Sunset at Rodovia Jornailista Manoel Menezes, 631
- Florianopolis, Brazil
Beautifully situated on a hilltop overlooking the natural lagoons of Lagoa da Conceição, you can appreciate the most amazing sunsets and views of Florianópolis. We are located only 5 and 10 minutes walking distance from Praia Mole and Joaquina beach respectively; these are two of the most famous beaches and surf spots in Florianópolis, and also in all of Brazil!!
At THE BACKPACKERS we won?t just give you beds, but all of the info you need to enjoy in a relaxed and safe atmosphere! Equipped with a swimming pool with hydro massage, open spacious balconies, hammocks, a read more
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| Double Room Shared Bathroom (per person) | Show prices | |
| 3 Bed Room Private Bathroom (per person) | Show prices | |
| 10 bed Mixed Dorms Private Bathroom | Show prices | |
| 8 Bed Mixed Dorm Private Bathroom | Show prices | |
| 4 Bed Female Dorm Private Bathroom | Show prices | |
| 3 Bed Male Dorms | Show prices | |
| 8 bed Male Dorms | Show prices | |
| 4 bed Mixed Dorms | Show prices | |
Travelers Ratings
| Overall | 8 votes | |
| Clean | 8 votes | |
| Staff | 8 votes | |
| Location | 8 votes | |
| Social | 8 votes | |
| Value | 8 votes |
Services (
= Paid service)
- Laundry services
- Internet
- WIFI
- Breakfast
- Lockers
- Kitchen
- Restaurant
- Credit cards
- Luggage storage
- Pool
- Bar
- Smoking zone
- Towels and linen
- Foreign exchange
Directions
From the Bus Station by bus:
When you arrive at Florianópolis bus station walk past the hustlers offering pousadas and those saying that The Backpackers is closed. Head straight out the main doors facing Floripa Centro. Once outside the doors turn right and walk five minutes towards the south. Just past the bus terminal car park is the local bus station. The bus to Lagoa da Conceição leaves from the second to last stop, at the end of the middle platform (buses #330 or #320). Ride either bus to the Lagoa Terminal. Here, change to bus #360 heading towards Barra da Lagoa. Ride to bus stop no. 2 or ask to be dropped off at Latitude Club. Cross the road, walk to the right to the first green gate and ring the doorbell! - Welcome to the Backpackers Sunset!
The bus ride from the center of Floripa to the Backpackers Sunset should take 40 min and cost R$ 2,50. Change is rare so don?t try to pay with a big bill. These blue buses run from 5:50 AM until 11:30 PM (occasional buses run later).
From the Bus Station by taxi:
Walk out the doors and ask a driver to take you to Praia Mole, next to the club Latitude. It is Preferable to ask in Portuguese. It will cost around R$50, 00.
From the airport by bus:
Walk out of the airport and go to the bus stop outside the airport. Catch the green buses #183 or #186, which come every ten minutes. Written on the bus is Corredor do Sudoeste. Get off at the local bus station in Florianópolis and follow the directions listed above under From the Bus Station by bus. This first shuttle bus into the main bus station will cost about R$1,60 and take 25-30 minutes during rush hour. It runs from 5:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
From the airport by taxi:
Ask a driver to take you to Barra da Lagoa. It is preferable to ask in Portuguese. It will cost around R$50,00 and takes about 40-50 minutes.
*We offer bus station and airport pick ups! Please let us know in advance if you want our services!
Mochi says
This MiniHostels has the greatest view in Florianapolis. It is a great party hostel. It has a huge garden with lots of trees, great common areas, and an amazing pool.
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24/12/09, 12:13
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12/06/09, 18:01
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0 Camila
Un hostel excelente. Mejor que yo ya vi. Staff es buenissimo, me ayudaron en td lo que necesitaba. Comidas riquisimas. Muy cerca de la praia. Yo lo recomiendo para todo el mundo.
Colombia | 25-35
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12/06/09, 18:00
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-1 Katty
Withour any doubt, this place is the best hostel of all South America. Fantastic extremly helpful staff. Briliant atmosphere. The most beautiful view I have ever seen in my life. It is just amazing! If I ever come back to florianapolis definetly this is my place. Love u Junior.
United States | 18-24
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Yvonne Schavemaker
Great hostel, met great people. just a 5min. walk to one of the best beaches. 7 o clock free caipirinha is GREAT aswell. Only sometimes the staff is not has some difficulties with their new (?) system...
Netherlands | 25-35 | Female