Olive3 Ericeira Hostel

Olive3 is the kind of hostel that gets everything right without trying too hard. Clean rooms, friendly staff, a pleasant garden, and a communal kitchen that actually works - the basics, done well.

The dorms are well-maintained with comfortable beds, personal lockers, and decent privacy curtains. Private rooms are also available for those who want their own space at hostel prices.

The garden and terrace are the best common areas - shaded spots to read, a table for communal meals, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that encourages conversation without forcing it.

The communal kitchen is spacious enough that you won't be fighting for counter space, and it's kept clean - a rarity in hostels. There's also a small bar area for evening drinks.

Location is excellent - right in the center of Ericeira, walking distance to everything: beaches, restaurants, bars, and surf spots. The staff are local and genuinely helpful with recommendations and logistics.

Olive3 doesn't have the bells and whistles of Selina or WOT - no pool, no coworking space, no programming. What it has is a warm, unpretentious vibe and the best value-for-money hostel experience in Ericeira.