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Looking for a hostel near city center? Find the best and cheapest hostels near city center in Salvador, sorted by distance. Because this is useful for you!

Fun Social Hostels in Salvador – Make Friends Easily!

9 hostels in Salvador. Prices start from R$18 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Salvador and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We've handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you'll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

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4 km from city center (≈ 48 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerBeach Lovers Retreat

"…• Cancellation policy: 24 hours before arrival. In case of late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged for the first night of your stay. • Check in: After 2pm (You can arrive early and ... more details

from R$53.88
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Hostel Galeria 13

Free Breakfast
0.4 km from city center (≈ 5 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The breakfast is amazing and the hostel has a small pool. The staff is helpful and very nice the public spaces are cozy but small. all in all a very good but not great hostel and from what i hear ... more details

from R$47.69
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0.6 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for:Youth Hostel

"Great place - This is one of the best hostels I've stayed at. Good facilities, the dorm is big and spacious, with a nice patio downstairs and small kitchen that works for preparing simpler food. The ... more details

from R$23.87
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2.3 km from city center (≈ 27 min walking)
Best for:Youth Hostel

"…Casa de Mainha Friendly Hostel Policies and Conditions: Check In From 14pm To 20pm Check Out Before 12:00 . Cancellation policy: 72 hours before arrival. Payment upon arrival by cash, ... more details

from R$20.48
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4.1 km from city center (≈ 49 min walking)

"Nestled just 1 km from the picturesque Porto da Barra, Erva Cidreira Hostel offers a cozy haven in Salvador, Brazil. Surrounded by a lush garden and featuring a shared lounge and kitchen, this air- ... more details

from R$38.86
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Hostel Sol da Barra

Free Breakfast
4 km from city center (≈ 49 min walking)
Best for:Family-Friendly HostelBeach Lovers Retreat

"…Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 13:00 to 23:00 . Check out before 12:00 . ... more details

from R$43.11
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10.2 km from city center (≈ 122 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…It’s the perfect place to chill after an adventure-packed day, with a cozy TV room, musical instruments available for jam sessions, and a bistro serving up tasty local dishes. We’re just a 7- ... more details

from R$44.19
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0.3 km from city center (≈ 3 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. Child Friendly. No Smoking. No curfew." …"The Salvador International Airport is 23 km away." …Rua do Bispo, n 11 ... more details

from R$27.37
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Hostel Barra 161

Free Breakfast
4.5 km from city center (≈ 54 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelSolo TravellerAdventure Hostels

"All great, friendly - Was a great experience for my first visit to Brazil and first time in a hostel was more than I expected." …"…Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No ... more details

from R$22.40

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Pousada do Baluarte

Free Breakfast
1.3 km from city center (≈ 15 min walking)
Best for:Party HostelYouth Hostel

"The Pousada do Baluarte is a snug little house built in the 60's in the peaceful neighbourhood of Santo Ant�nio Al�m do Carmo in the historical centre of Salvador.With just a few simply decorated yet ... more details

from R$175.04
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0.6 km from city center (≈ 7 min walking)
Best for:Party Hostel

"…This way you can be in just a few minutes almost anywhere in the modern part of the city, shopping centers, and the beautiful beaches of Salvador and its surroundings. Well, we can sit here and ... more details

from R$28.92
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0.5 km from city center (≈ 6 min walking)
Best for:Family-Friendly Hostel

"…2. Help and support our guests during the stay 3. Assure all of this for a good cost/benefit" …"…You leave the bus at the end of the tour ( last stop). Then is better for you to take a taxi to ... more details

from R$63.01

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Cool Social Hostels in Salvador we all Love

We all love the social hostel life . These social hostels in Salvador are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection . Whether it's a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe . Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel's event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say "hello," and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Salvador one of your most social travel experiences yet!

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