Hostels in Lisbon
There are 130 hostels listed within about five miles of central Lisbon. This page covers what that actually means for a trip: which hostels are here, how they rate against Lisbon's hotels, and which are worth it if you are coming for a show.
How strong is the hostel scene in Lisbon?
Two numbers answer that, and neither means much on its own. The first is how much of Lisbon's accommodation is hostels rather than hotels — a city can have plenty of hostels and still be a hotel city. The second is how those hostels score against the hotels sitting next to them, which is the only fair benchmark, because guest scores drift by city and a 7.8 in one place is not a 7.8 in another.
| Measure | Lisbon | What it tells you |
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| Hostels listed | 130 | Dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation within roughly five miles of the centre. |
| Average hostel guest score | 7.1/10 | Averaged across the hostels above. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Average hotel guest score | 8.4/10 | The same measure for the 5,000 hotels nearest the middle of Lisbon, with hostels excluded so the comparison is not partly against itself. |
The short version: hostels in Lisbon score well below the city's hotels, which is worth knowing before you book on price alone — a gap of 1.3 points. That gap is normal and mostly measures the product, not the management: a shared room with six strangers in it will rarely be scored like a private one, however well the place is run. It is worth reading the individual scores below rather than the average.
Hostels in Lisbon, closest to the centre first
Distances are measured from the middle of Lisbon. Pick your dates to see what a bed actually costs — hostel pricing moves more than hotel pricing does, because a dorm can sell out one bed at a time.
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7 Luz Hostel
Rua dos Arneiros nº. 31, R/C esq, R/C dto - 1500-055, Benfica, Lisboa, Lisbon
Charming Hostel in Lisbon Convenient Location: Situated just a short distance from popular landmarks like Jeronimos Monastery and Rossio, 7 Luz Hostel offers easy access to the be…
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VillaHouse Carnide
Travessa do Jogo da Bola 5, Lisbon
Convenient Location VillaHouse Carnide is ideally situated just a 5-minute walk from the Carnide Metro Station, providing easy access to explore Lisbon's top attractions and neigh…
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White House Lisbon Hostel
R. Henrique Alves 5, Lisbon
Central Location Located in the heart of Lisbon, White House Lisbon Hostel offers convenience and easy access to popular attractions like Luz Football Stadium, Rossio, and Dona Ma…
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Santos Hostel - Lisbon
Av. António Augusto de Aguiar, 90,4 Piso, Lisbon
Amenities Terrace with beautiful views Complimentary wireless internet access Television in a common area Featured Amenities Luggage storage Laundry facilities ATM/banking service…
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Stay With Me Hostel
Avenida Antonio Serpa, 26 - 4 Esq, Lisbon
Terrace with Stunning Views Relax and take in the scenic beauty from our terrace, offering a tranquil escape from the city hustle. Delightful Dining Options Indulge in delicious m…
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Refuge in Santa Marta Hostel
Rua Santa Marta, 45 – 4º Dto, Lisbon
Convenient Amenities Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, TV in common area, and tour assistance. Local Cuisine Breakfast Start your day with a free breakfast featuring local cu…
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SwissLisbon Guest House - Hostel
R. Fradesso da Silveira, Lisbon
Experience the vibrant heart of Lisbon at SwissLisbon Guest House - Hostel, where comfort meets convenience in one delightful package. Convenient Amenities Enjoy complimentary wir…
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The Dorm - Hostel LX Factory
R. Rodrigues de Faria 103, Lisbon
Location Conveniently located near popular attractions such as Avenida da Liberdade and Jerónimos Monastery. Amenities Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast daily and stay c…
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Daora Lisbon Apartaments
R. Carlos Mardel 38, Lisbon
Centrally Located Accommodation Stay at Daora Lisbon Apartaments for a conveniently located stay in Lisbon. Within a 5-minute drive to Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square, you'…
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Oasis Backpackers' Mansion Lisboa
Rua Santa Catarina 24, Lisbon
Breathtaking Views and Convenient Amenities Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden while staying connected with complimentary wireless internet. Explore the city with to…
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FORTUNE GUESTHOUSE
R. Rosa Damasceno 10, Lisbon
Central Location Located in Lisbon City Center, FORTUNE GUESTHOUSE offers easy access to top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. Guests can explore the city w…
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Lisbon Angles Hostel
Av. Alm. Reis 40 A, Lisbon
Terrace with Stunning Views Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace of Lisbon Angles Hostel. Perfect for relaxing and taking in the beauty of the city. Complimentary Wireless In…
Staying in a hostel for a Lisbon event
A hostel makes most sense on exactly the kind of trip StubOrder sends people on: one or two nights, built around a fixed start time, where you are out of the building all evening. The bed is somewhere to sleep afterwards, not somewhere to spend the weekend, and the saving against a hotel on a sold-out event night is usually the largest saving available on the whole trip — event nights are when city hotel rates spike and hostel beds barely move.
The two things to check before you book are the ones that catch people out. First, front-desk hours: a support act running long can put you back at 23:45, which is no use if reception closes at 23:00 and there is no night code. Second, whether the rate is per bed or per room — a private twin at £70 and a dorm bed at £35 each are the same money for two people, and the private room is the better buy.
What is on in Lisbon
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Distance from a specific venue
The hostels above are measured from the centre of town. If you want to know what is actually walkable from the doors of one building, each venue has its own accommodation page that sorts every nearby property by real distance.
Dorm bed or private room?
This is the decision that actually determines what your stay is like, and it is not the same decision as hostel-or-hotel. Almost every hostel in Lisbon sells both, at prices that overlap with the cheaper end of the city's hotels.
| Dorm bed | Hostel private room | |
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| Priced by | The bed. Two people pay twice. | The room, like a hotel. |
| Best for | Solo travel, and meeting people. | Two people, or anyone who wants a door that locks. |
| Bathroom | Usually shared down the hall. | Often private, but check — many are not. |
| Getting in late | Fine, but you will wake people. | No issue. |
| Luggage | A locker, usually needing your own padlock. | In the room. |
| Versus a cheap hotel | Much cheaper, especially on event nights. | Often similar money — compare properly. |
The rule of thumb that holds nearly everywhere: travelling alone, take the dorm; travelling as two, price the private room against a budget hotel before assuming the hostel wins. On an ordinary weeknight the hotel sometimes does. On the night of a sold-out event, the hostel almost always does.
What to check before booking a hostel
Hostels vary in ways hotels mostly do not, and the variation is in the policies rather than the rooms. None of the following is unusual, and all of it is easier to find out now than at 1am.
- Age limits. Some hostels are 18–35 only, some refuse under-18s without an adult, and a few are over-18 with no upper bound. This is a property-by-property rule, not a city rule.
- Reception hours and curfews. A genuine curfew is rare now, but limited front-desk hours are common. If your event finishes late, confirm there is a night entry code.
- Whether the rate includes linen. Mostly yes; occasionally a few pounds or dollars extra at check-in, which quietly changes the comparison against a hotel.
- Lockers and padlocks. Nearly every dorm has lockers. A good number expect you to bring your own padlock, and the ones sold at the desk cost more than one from home.
- Deposits. Some hostels take a key or damage deposit in cash at arrival and return it on checkout — worth knowing if you are travelling cardless.
- Cancellation terms. The cheapest hostel rates are frequently non-refundable, which matters more than usual when the trip depends on an event that could be postponed.
Two of these — cancellation terms and what the rate actually includes — are shown on the booking screen once you pick dates, so check them there rather than assuming.
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Frequently asked questions
How many hostels are there in Lisbon?
Our accommodation partner lists 130 hostels within about five miles of central Lisbon. That count includes both dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation.
Are there hostels near the venues in Lisbon?
The hostels on this page are measured from the middle of Lisbon, not from any one venue. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own accommodation page — each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Is a hostel a sensible place to stay for a concert or a game?
For a one- or two-night trip built around an event, often yes — you are out of the building most of the evening anyway. The things to check are the front-desk hours and whether there is a curfew, because a show that ends at 23:30 is no use if reception shut at 23:00.
Can I book a private room in a hostel?
Most hostels sell private rooms alongside dorm beds, and they are usually cheaper than a hotel room of the same size. Whether a given property has one is shown when you pick your dates — if only dorm beds come back, that hostel has no privates free for that stay.
Are hostels in Lisbon any good?
Lisbon's hostels average 7.1/10 in guest scores against 8.4/10 for the 5,000 hotels nearest the centre, so they score well below the city's hotels, which is worth knowing before you book on price alone. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.
Does StubOrder sell hostel beds and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and accommodation from our booking partner. They are two separate bookings with separate confirmations, and neither depends on the other.
