🇧🇷 Florianopolis, Brazil
Floripa Surf Hostel
📍 190, Servidão Ieda Maria Luz da Costa, Florianopolis
Photo: official website
Your stay — Floripa Surf Hostel
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The Property — Floripa Surf Hostel
A laid-back, sand-in-your-toes surf hostel a short walk from Barra da Lagoa beach. It's more about communal good vibes and board racks than frills—think hammocks, a shaded terrace, and a social kitchen that gets lively in the evenings. The USP is direct beach access, a solid surf school on site, and a location that puts you minutes from the lagoon and nightlife. Suits budget-conscious surfers and backpackers who want to swap polish for proximity to the waves.
Chronicles of Florianopolis
Florianópolis was founded in 1726 as Desterro, a Portuguese colonial outpost on the island of Santa Catarina. Its historic centre retains 18th-century Azorean architecture, with whitewashed churches and narrow streets around Praça XV de Novembro. The 20th century brought a bridge to the mainland and later a boom in tourism, shifting the economy from fishing to sun seekers. Today it's a hybrid: a laid-back beach culture coexists with a high-tech sector and a savvy student population from its federal university.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florianopolis guide →Best months
March and April—after the peak heat and before the winter rains, with water still warm for surfing and far fewer crowds. November is also excellent, with stable spring weather and pre-summer rates.
Peak / festival surge
January and February for the Brazilian summer—school holidays plus the Floripa surfing events and New Year's at Lagoa da Conceição. Hotel prices can double; the hostel still has dorms but books out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer the deepest discounts at hostels and guesthouses. The air cools a bit (20°C highs) and the swell picks up for experienced surfers, but the town feels quiet. A solid budget window.
Weather & packing
Florianópolis can switch from bright sun to short, heavy downpours within an hour, even in winter. Pack a light waterproof jacket and quick-dry shorts—umbrellas are useless in the coastal breeze.
Live City Briefing — Florianopolis
- Barra da Lagoa's main surf break has new seasonal restrictions on jet skis near swimmers for summer 2025/26, enforced by the local lifeguard station.
- The city's bike-sharing system has expanded to include a dock at the Lagoa da Conceição bus terminal, 2 km from the hostel.
- A major road resurfacing project on the SC-404 (the main access from the airport to the east coast beaches) is due for completion by June 2026, which should cut journey times to the hostel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Floripa Surf Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from the street. These floors sit above ground-level noise but avoid any potential rooftop or machinery issues on top floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing Servidão Ieda Maria Luz da Costa), as they pick up street noise and foot traffic from the entrance. Also skip top-floor rooms if there’s no lift — stairs can be noisy and rooms below a flat roof can get hot.
Best views
Limited given the three-star rating and servidão (small lane) address. Rooms at the back of the building likely face a quieter courtyard or neighbouring buildings; anything facing the street gives a view of the lane and passing locals but also more noise.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors offer the best balance of reduced street noise and manageable stairs if there’s no lift.
🔊 Noise notes
This is a servidão — a narrow residential lane, so no heavy traffic, but you’ll hear mopeds, people walking, and neighbouring houses. No soundproofing typical at this level. Ask for a back-facing room if quiet matters.
Insider tips
1. If parking is available on-site, request a space when booking — servidões often have restricted street parking, and Floripa’s hills mean you’ll want the car close. 2. Check in early to choose your room position; many three-star hostels let you pick from available rooms at reception.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Floripa Surf Hostel
Free WiFi for all guests; speeds approx. 25 Mbps download; login via room number (no password required)
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only (no accessible upper floor)
No newspaper service; common area has board games and a surf magazine rack
Check-in from 14:00 (bag drop allowed from 10:00); late check-out until 12:00 free, after that R$ 50 fee until 18:00
Free storage in locked room for day of departure (24:00 maximum); no cost for guests
Step-free entrance (one small ramp); ground-floor dorm and one twin room accessible; no access to upper floor without stairs
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 800m away (Estacionamento Bom Jesus, R$ 30/night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 3.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via booking; R$ 100 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Assembleia de Deus (385 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Nossa Senhora do Sagrado Coração e São Sebastião (694 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Batista do Campeche (713 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Universal (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Bem-Vindo — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Praça da Luz — 184 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Caixa Econômica Federal — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Lothfar — 920 m · ~12 min walk
Ponto10 — 403 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs (Banco do Brasil, Bradesco, Caixa) inside shopping centres or on main streets for best rates; avoid airport/tourist exchange kiosks as they give poor rates and add high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless works at most terminals; smaller bars and street vendors often cash-only, so always carry small notes.
Tipping not mandatory; 10% service charge often included in restaurant bills (no extra needed); round up taxi fare or leave R$2-5 for porter/housekeeping if satisfied.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafezinho) at a local padaria costs around R$4-6.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete costs R$18-25.
A main course at a simple restaurante a quilo (pay-by-weight buffet) runs R$25-35 per kilo; a portion typically costs R$20-30.
Head to the Lagoa da Conceição area or the Campeche waterfront for grilled corn, pastéis, and acarajé from carts; weekends have feirinhas (street markets) with cheap eats.
Supermercados such as Angeloni, Giassi, and Comper are common in the area; they stock basics at fair prices.
For affordable clothes, try the main shopping strip on Avenida Mauro Ramos or the Feira do Largo da Alfândega (Saturday market) in central Florianópolis.
The cheapest way is the local bus (R$4.50 single fare, no day pass); from the airport, take the 186 or 107 bus to the area for R$4.50 instead of taxis (R$40+).
Eat at self-service buffets (por quilo) instead of à la carte restaurants; refill water bottles at public taps (tap water is safe in Florianópolis); buy groceries at Angeloni or Giassi for snacks and meals.
Good to know — Florianopolis
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.11 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Florianopolis, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Floripa Surf Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Caixa Econômica Federal — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Lothfar — 920 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Florianopolis Airport → Pousada Drops de Aniz
💡 Airport Uber has a separate pick-up zone to the right of the main exit. 99Pop is usually 15–20% cheaper but drivers are less likely to accept the long route. On peak summer weekends, double the estimated time.
Florianopolis Airport (Hercílio Luz) → Pousada Drops de Aniz (Praia Brava)
💡 Buy a fixed-price voucher at the airport booth right after baggage claim to avoid surge or meter games. The trip north is about 45km—longer if traffic hits the bridges.
TICEN (Central Bus Terminal, Florianopolis centre) → Praia Brava (final stop, 200m from pousada)
💡 This air-conditioned line runs via the north coast and drops you right at the beach. Buy a rechargeable bus card at TICEN—cash is not accepted onboard. Don't take the cheaper 331; it's slower and stops further inland.
Florianopolis Airport → Praia Brava (hotel drop-off)
💡 These vans run from the airport exit and serve the north beaches. Look for the 'Praia Brava' sign. They're cheaper than a taxi and almost as fast, but don't accept credit cards inside the van—carry small notes in reais.
About Florianopolis
Wikipedia ↗
Florianópolis (English: FLOR-ee-ə-NOP-əl-iss, Brazilian Portuguese: [floɾiaˈnɔpolis]) is the capital and second largest city of the state of Santa Catarina, in the South Region of Brazil. The city encompasses Santa Catarina Island and surrounding small islands, as well as part of the mainland. It h...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Floripa Surf Hostel?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from the street. These floors sit above ground-level noise but avoid any potential rooftop or machinery issues on top floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Floripa Surf Hostel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing Servidão Ieda Maria Luz da Costa), as they pick up street noise and foot traffic from the entrance. Also skip top-floor rooms if there’s no lift — stairs can be noisy and rooms below a flat roof can get hot.
Is Floripa Surf Hostel noisy?
This is a servidão — a narrow residential lane, so no heavy traffic, but you’ll hear mopeds, people walking, and neighbouring houses. No soundproofing typical at this level. Ask for a back-facing room if quiet matters.
Which rooms have the best views at Floripa Surf Hostel?
Limited given the three-star rating and servidão (small lane) address. Rooms at the back of the building likely face a quieter courtyard or neighbouring buildings; anything facing the street gives a view of the lane and passing locals but also more noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Floripa Surf Hostel?
1. If parking is available on-site, request a space when booking — servidões often have restricted street parking, and Floripa’s hills mean you’ll want the car close. 2. Check in early to choose your room position; many three-star hostels let you pick from available rooms at reception.
What time is check-in at Floripa Surf Hostel?
Check-in at Floripa Surf Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Floripa Surf Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; speeds approx. 25 Mbps download; login via room number (no password required)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Floripa Surf Hostel?
R$ 3.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Floripa Surf Hostel?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete costs R$18-25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Floripa Surf Hostel?
The cheapest way is the local bus (R$4.50 single fare, no day pass); from the airport, take the 186 or 107 bus to the area for R$4.50 instead of taxis (R$40+).
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis?
March and April—after the peak heat and before the winter rains, with water still warm for surfing and far fewer crowds. November is also excellent, with stable spring weather and pre-summer rates.
Top Attractions in Florianopolis
💡 Try the oyster bar at Box 42. Six oysters cost about R$15. Avoid the souvenir stalls outside—they mark up prices for tourists.
💡 For the best free view, hike the short trail up Morro da Lagoa at sunset. The path starts behind the church in the village centre.
💡 Arrive before 10am on weekends to get a parking spot near the dunes. Bring sunscreen and water; there are few shade options.
💡 Combine this with a walk along the nearby Praia do Forte beach. On clear days you can see the mainland mountains. Bring a picnic; there are benches on the fortress walls.
💡 Entry costs R$10 (about £1.50). Go early morning or late afternoon when the light is golden and the sand is cool. The trail to the ocean lookout is 1.5km and takes about 30 minutes.