Sintra is my favourite stop so far! It takes about 2-3 days to visit all the palaces in Sintra so people think staying the night is easier. I however, find it more economical to stay in Lisbon and catch the train daily as it is cheaper than the nightly accomodation charges in Sintra. However the train is 40 min each way so it depends on weather you want to travel that every day. Make sure you visit the Quinta da Regaleira and check out the awesome architecture, secret tunnels and wells. Also be sure to carry your youth and student cards with you for plenty of discounts!
Hostels in Lisbon 
Looking for the best hostels in Lisbon? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Lisbon with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Lisbon hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Lisbon and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Lisbon
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Lisbon, across 17 cities! Not all cities have hostels, but many offer alternative budget options like guesthouses and affordable hotels. Use our filters to quickly find cities with hostels or other budget accommodations to simplify your trip planning.
All Lisbon hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in Lisbon. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
All Top Hostels in Lisbon
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Best rated hostel
Misericordia
"…This hostel is perfect for solo travelers or small groups, as it facilitates mingling and friend- more
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$14.53Best for female solo traveller
Santa Maria Maior
"…The best thing about this hostel is its staff. Every single person we talked to was friendly, more
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$19.69
Santa Maria Maior
"Nice and comfortable - The people working there were so lovely! The rooms and beds were comfortable more
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$14.76Best for couples
Santo Antonio
"…Would definitely stay again! Excellent - The staff was great, friendly and helpful. they can give more
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$12.22All Top Hostels in Ericeira
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"In Ericeira with character, the 70's Hostel is a new look with a bit of nostalgia. If you are more
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$10.85
"…Late check-ins may incur an additional fee. Please contact us in advance if you are expecting to more
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$8.93
"…Check out before 13.00
Breakfast included
Taxes included" …"…Look for indication for highways more
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$11.29
"…GiG Hostel Policies and Conditions:
Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival.
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$18.20All Top Hostels in Cascais
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Best rated hostel
"An antique traditional family house, fully restored to keep its charm and warm family spirit.
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$9.94
"…While we value health and well-being, we understand that true balance encompasses more than strict more
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$27.82
"…Our mixed dorm accommodates six people (one bunk bed and 4 individual beds).
In the living room more
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$12.24
"…Ground Floor
- Main common and dinner area for more than 20 people
- Kitchen
- 1 shared WC
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$12.13All Top Hostels in Areia Branca
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All Top Hostels in Carcavelos
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Our handwritten guide on Backpacking Lisbon
Now, that is a bummer. At the moment we do not have any super cool information on things to do in Lisbon. We are working on it!
Travel Tips for Lisbon - from the Community
Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking Lisbon. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of Lisbon. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!
FAQ on Hostels in Lisbon
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in Lisbon?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in Lisbon here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in Lisbon safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.