Backpackers Sunset

Welcome to the backpackers dream resort in Florianopolis, The Backpackers Sunset, your new home away from home on the magic island!!
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For X-mas &New Years- 21/12/2009 - 03/01/2010 and also Carnaval-10/02/2010 - 17/02/2010
Minimum of 5 nights!

More Info contact us!
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Floripa, the magic Island is the hot place to be! Where else better to stay in and then waking up in the morning and having an amazing view of the east side of the island while enjoying delicious breakfast? ONLY at the Backpackers Sunset!
Backpackers Sunset and sister hostel also are the only hostels with master spring matress!!! The MOST CONFY beds in the Island!!



Beautifully situated in one of the most valuable and safe areas in the island, we are on a hill top overlooking the natural lagoons of Lagoa da Conceição, where you can appreciate the most amazing sunsets and the best views of Florianópolis. Located only 5 and 15 minutes walk from Praia Mole and Joaquina beach respectively, 2 of the most famous beaches and surf spots in Florianópolis, and also Brazil!!

At Backpackers, we won´t just give you beds, but all the info you need to enjoy in a relaxed and safe atmosphere! Swimming pool with hydro massage, open spacious balconies, hammocks all around, bonfire arena, mature garden, bbq area and the sunset bar. In addition to this, you will have free breakfast,internet wi-fi, fishing rods, boogie boards, beach toys and much more to make your stay at the Backpackers Sunset the time of your life!!

Shared by people from all over the world, come and join Backpackers Sunset Family!!

Facilities/Services


Breakfast, Bodyboards,Wet Suits, Beach Sports ,equipment,Fishing-rod,Swimming pool with hydro massage,Bon fire Arena,Portuguese Lessons,Internet WiFi,Games( Cards, Boardgames and perhaps a drinking game),24 Hrs Check-in,Bar & Snacks,Taxi/ Vans Bookings,Bus/Plane schedule,Hot Water ,Cable TV and DVD`s,Tourists Info Office,Books Exchange/ Library,Paragliding,Wakeboarding lessons ,Surf Schools Bookings with discounts ,Bus bookings,Flight bookings,Laundry Service,Airport and bus station pick up,Taxi Bookings ,City Tours,The BEST VIEW in Florianópolis ...

Directions

Bus Station:

When you arrive at Florianópolis bus station, walk past the hustlers offering pousadas and telling that The Backpackers Sunset is closed, and straight out of the doors facing Floripa Centro. Turn right and five minutes walk to the south (past the bus terminal car park) is the local bus station. The bus to Lagoa da Conceicao leaves from the second-last stop at the end of the middle platform. This bus is #330 or #320. Ride this bus to the Lagoa Terminal. Here, change to bus #360 to Barra da Lagoa and ride to bus stop no 2 on the hilltop or ask to be dropped at Latitude Club. Cross the road, walk to the right to the first orange gate and ring the door bell!- Welcome to the Backpackers Sunset.
This journey should take 40 min and cost R$ 2, 80. Change is rare, so don’t try to pay with a big bill. These blue buses run from 5.50 AM until 11.30 PM (occasional buses run later).

OR By taxi - Walk out the doors and ask a driver to take you to Praia Mole, next door to the club Latitude 27. It will cost around R$ 50, 00.

From the airport

By bus - Walk out of the airport and go to the bus stop out the airport. Catch green bus #183 or #186 which comes every ten minutes. Written on the bus is Corredor do Sudoeste. Get off at the local bus station in Florianópolis and follow the directions from above. This bus will cost you R$ 1,60 and take you 25-30 minutes during rush hour. It runs from 5.30 AM until 12.30 PM.

OR By taxi - It will cost you around R$ 50,00, 40-50 minute ride. Ask a driver to take you to Praia Mole, next door to the club Latitude 27. It will cost around R$ 50, 00.

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Restaurant, Internet Access, Airport Pick Up, Bicycle Hire, Linen Included, Bar, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Swimming Pool, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, Breakfast