HI Viana do Castelo - Pousada de Juventude
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About this property
Located in Viana do Castelo, this Pousada de Juventude features views over the Lima River. It is 1.5 km from the city centre and a 4-minute walk from the marina. At this Pousada, guests may book accommodation in private twin rooms and in dormitories. Some of the twin rooms have their private bathroom, while other twin rooms and dormitories have access to shared bathroom facilities. Free WiFi is provided. Local restaurants are available in the Viana do Castelo centre, most serving traditional Portuguese meals. Guests may also do their own cooking in the shared kitchen at their disposal. Meals may be enjoyed in the communal dining area. The beach is 3.1 km away from the property. Moledo is within 27.8 km, while Esposende is at a 28 km distance. Porto International Airport is a 40-minute drive from the Pousada de Juventude de Viana do Castelo.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alison
United Kingdom“Excellent facilities and the bonus of huge firework show so excellent view from balcony” - Ania
Spain“Beautiful building, confort bedrooms and included breakfast” 
Lesley
United States“I stayed here while walking the Camino de Santiago in August 2025. After you cross the long bridge and give thanks that you are still alive, the hostel is located on a street to the right, about a ten minute walk away from the bridge. I was in a...”- Moseley United Kingdom“It's a very clean, efficient and cool modern building with a great feeling of interior space and a good location near to downtown VdC”
- Danny United Kingdom“The staff were brilliant. Room was large and clean. Great bathrooms. Good social area with plenty of seating/tables and tv. Good locatiom just off the bridge. Nearby restaurant.”
- Philippe United Kingdom“Breakfast was poor although overall, we loved the place and their very friendly people”
- Kimberley
Australia“Large and clean easy walking into main square and supermarket” - Duncan United Kingdom“Very helpful staff Soya milk was also available for us vegans 🙂”
- Darina
Ireland“Good location, close to the Camino. Nice breakfast and quiet.” - Anita
New Zealand“A very warm welcome awaited me and especially so to the young guy, Antonio. He was very chatty and most welcoming. Great location not far from the Portuguese Camino.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform HI Viana do Castelo - Pousada de Juventude in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration
