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Hostel Big Ben
2.0 star property
Hostel with a coffee shop, steps from Castelinho Museum
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Kitchen
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Explore the area
Av. Antonio Olyntho, 482, 482, Santo André, SP, 09150-040
- Paranapiacaba Station3 min walk
- Paranapiacaba Springs Natural Park5 min walk
- Magic City35 min drive
- São Paulo (GRU-Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.)
Room options
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Comfort Room, City View
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Twin Bunk Beds
About the neighborhood
Santo André
Located in Paranapiacaba, Hostel Big Ben is adjacent to Castelinho Museum and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Paranapiacaba Station. This 7-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Castelinho Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Paranapiacaba Station - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Paranapiacaba Springs Natural Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Magic City - 35 min drive - 11.3 miles
- Ibirapuera Park - 57 min drive - 34.5 miles
Getting around
- Maua Station - 31 min drive
- São Paulo (CGH-Congonhas) - 120 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar da Zilda - 6 min walk
- Vila Inglesa - 2 min walk
- Infinito Olhar - 9 min walk
- Railway Beer - 10 min walk
- Café Bar do Lyra - 1 min walk
About this property
Hostel Big Ben
Hostel with a coffee shop, steps from Castelinho Museum
Guests of Hostel Big Ben enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and a communal living room. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a garden and wedding services.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves and free toiletries are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
Portuguese, Spanish
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
Food and drink
- Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: BRL 25 for adults and BRL 12.50 for children
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Couples/private dining
Restaurants on site
- Restaurante Big Ben
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- In-room microwave
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared microwave
Guest services
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Proposal/romance packages
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Garden
- In a nature reserve
- In the mountains
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No elevator
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Microwave
- Shared kitchen access
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from November 1 2024 to January 1 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from November 10 2024 to January 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- One of the dining venues
- Exterior
- Front desk
- Hallway
- Lobby
During renovations, the hostel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for free
- Dogs and cats only
- Food and water bowls are available
- Service animals exempt from fees
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately BRL 25 for adults and BRL 12.50 for children
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Check-in: 12:30 PM—-7:00 PM
- Check-out: noon
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- No parking is available onsite.
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present—in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo—a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Hostel Big Ben Santo André
Hostel Big Ben Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Big Ben Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santo André
Frequently asked questions
Are free cancellation options available at Hostel Big Ben?
Hostel Big Ben provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to see close to Hostel Big Ben?
This hostel is situated in Paranapiacaba, just steps from Castelinho Museum and Paranapiacaba Station, and within a short walk of Paranapiacaba Springs Natural Park. You'll also find Magic City nearby.
Will I be able to park at Hostel Big Ben?
No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.
Does Hostel Big Ben include a casino?
No, Hostel Big Ben doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Hostel Big Ben?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
What do couples enjoy most about Hostel Big Ben?
There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including a garden-view restaurant, private dining, and proposal/romance packages.
Are there hot tubs at Hostel Big Ben?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Hostel Big Ben feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Yes, Hostel Big Ben serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurante Big Ben.
Will Hostel Big Ben allow pets to stay for free?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free at Hostel Big Ben and the property also provides food and water bowls.
Are there connecting rooms at Hostel Big Ben?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.
How far is the airport from Hostel Big Ben?
The closest major airport to Hostel Big Ben is São Paulo (CGH-Congonhas), which is about 25 mi away. Another top airport is São Paulo/Guarulhos Intl. Airport, which is around 26.9 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Hostel Big Ben?
No, at Hostel Big Ben, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.
Does Hostel Big Ben offer wedding services?
If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hostel Big Ben.
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