Caravela in Lagos, Algarve

Caravela sits in the historical centre and main commercial area of Lagos. The surrounding pedestrian area is filled with shops, cafés, bars and restaurants serving fish and seafood specialties and traditional Algarve cuisine. The Lagos Marina is a 10-minute walk away, the Lagos Train Station is 1 km away, and Meia Praia Beach across the river is 1.7 km away.

The 2-floor hostel offers 16 heated rooms with large closets, dressers, support tables, and chairs. Guests share bathroom facilities, and each room has a sink. Free WiFi is available throughout the building, and the staff can provide public transport tickets.

Guests can enjoy their meals in the breakfast room covered with tiles from the 17th century. Within the pedestrian area, multiple restaurants serve fish, seafood specialties, and traditional Algarve cuisine. The hostel does not have an on-site kitchen, but a small kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and fridge is available for simple meals.

Upon request, the staff at Caravela can arrange surfing, wind surfing, and kite surfing reservations. The hotel also offers bicycle rental, fishing, snorkelling, and walking tours. These services are available through the friendly staff, who also provide local advice.

A common terrace on the top of the building offers a place to relax and read a book. The terrace has two tables and provides views of the surrounding activity below. It is a quiet spot despite the bustling location in the old town.

Location: Historical centre, pedestrian area with shops and restaurants

Rooms: 16 heated private rooms with shared bathrooms

Dining: 17th century tiled breakfast room

Activities: Surfing, wind surfing, kite surfing reservations available

Rooftop: Common terrace with tables