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The best hostels in Portugal
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The concept of hostel has been renewed over the past few years with a higher offer in more modernized and welcoming spaces with some original and appealing decorations.
These spaces favor central locations, easy access to major points of interest in each city, frequently settling in interesting historical buildings, contrasting with contemporary, relaxed and informal decors.
The aim is to provide accommodation in comfort and quality at competitive pricing in a relaxed and almost family environment. The bedrooms and bathrooms are usually shared, sometimes with double rooms or suites options for couples.The common areas such as living rooms, dining rooms and kitchen are also available to all guests.
Staying in a hostel is much more than an overnight stay it is an experience of conviviality and sharing, filled with new and pleasant sensations. It´s not just the attitude of the traveler that is important, seeking to establish new ties and exchange views with other cultures and nationalities, but the role of employees who receive them as a family is also key, bounding with strong human and personal contact.
Portugal has been showing its competence in this type of accommodation, standing out as the country with the most awarded hostels in "Hoscars" (the global awards for this type of accommodation).
Portugal has 11 hostels awarded amongst the best in the world, from a total of 174 hostels in 120 countries.
The complete list of the awarded hostels can be found at: www.portuguese.hostelworld.com/hoscars-2014.
Lisbon hostels prevail in Best Medium Hostels and Porto has the Best Large Hostel in the world. The cleanest hostel is also Portuguese!
We selected some of the best hostels in Portugal to make you feel tempted to enter into the experience...
1. The Independent Hostel
In an ancient palace, between Bairro Alto and Principe Real is The Independent Hostel, where cheap and luxury coexist in a Contemporary vs Art Deco decor.
There triple bunk beds bedroom from 13 euros per night and more sophisticated suites from around 100 euros per night.
On the ground floor is the restaurant The Decadent offering daily appealing suggestions of Portuguese modern cuisine, where guests and local visitors meet in a pleasant environment. At the restaurant, like the rest of the concept, there were also created low cost options addressed to the guests with low budgets.
All spaces were thought to detail by architect Catarina Cabral who designed furniture and selected decorative items in a cosmopolitan atmosphere with so much elegance and design.
2. Stay Inn Hostel
Near Bairro Alto, the Stay Inn Hostel almost goes unnoticed and it is hard to guess all the amenities inside.
The simple but modern decor creates a pleasant and relaxed environment, extremely appealing to travelers. The rooms are bright with parquet flooring and the cost per night ranges between 15 and 55 euros.
Guests have at their disposal a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge with seating area.
3. Gallery Hostel
Located in the heart the city of Porto, on the street Art Galleries, along with museums, monuments, gardens, restaurants and bars, stands the Gallery Hostel.
Overnights ranges from rooms 4-6 persons that differ according the theme of famous artists from Porto and double bed suites overlooking the garden with names of major parks in the city.
Prices range from 15 euros / person per night in shared dormitory rooms and 60 Euro per night suite.
The hostel has a library, a winter garden, a lounge bar, a multipurpose room with home cinema and a kitchen for breakfast and thematic dinners.
4. Yes! Lisbon Hostel
In the historical center, within downtown Lisbon, lies the Yes! Lisbon Hostel, prepared to receive its guests with comfort and dedication.
More than a place to spend the night, it provides a different experience of travel and contact with the city.
Settled in a fully renovated old building, the hostel offers custom bunk beds, fully equipped kitchens for more economic travel and a cozy lounge room. Prices vary between 15 and 26 euros per night.
5. Home Lisbon Hostel
The Home Lisbon Hostel is in the historical district, in the downtown area, with pedestrian access to major attractions of the city.
In a building with about 200 years, remodeled with a modern twist and the entire equipment necessary to receive guests in a comfortable family environment, this hostel offers spacious rooms with large windows or balconies.
The values range between 15 and 28 euros per night.
The Mamma praised dinners are also worth mentioning, if you are looking for a homemade, economic and typical Portuguese meal.
6. Travellers House
Situated in one of the main arteries of the city, Rua Augusta, this historic hostel combines modern and colorful dormitories and private rooms with antique furniture.
The history, modernity and comfort combine different atmospheres, with the option of shared dorms, private suites or studios, while preserving the conviviality and sharing of experiences in social areas.
As a result of a wide range of bedrooms, prices also suffer large fluctuations from 16 to 200 euros.
The kitchen is fully equipped to allow guests to store food and cook meals.
7. Living Lounge Hostel
Between two crucial point of the historic center, Baixa and Chiado, the Living Lounge Hostel in a historic building renovated with high quality and design standards, offering guests comfort, safety and style while staying.
All rooms have a unique decor reflecting the cultural values of the city.
Prices range between 10 and 30 Euro per night, depending on room type and season.
8. Lisboa Central Hostel
Just as the name indicates, this hostel is centrally located at the end of Avenida da Liberdade and next to Marquês de Pombal, with easy access to major points of interest in the city.
There are more economical options for students and young travelers in shared bedrooms and suites options for couples wishing more privacy. Overnight stays can vary between 18 and 60 euros.
Vibrant colors in the decoration were used, creating a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.
There is a lounge area to chill and socialize and an equipped kitchen for guests to enjoy.
9. Spot Hostel Porto
With a prime location and easy access to major tourist sites, the Spot Hostel is housed in an old building, with a modern decor, offering comfort to travelers.
Overnight stays are in dorms or double bedrooms, with shared bathrooms. Each room has its own custom decoration and prices per night start around 18 euros, reaching up to 50 euros for a double bedroom in high season.
The social areas include a living room, a library, a games room, a kitchen and a courtyard terrace / bar where several events take place regularly.
10. Dixo’s Oporto Hostel
The Dixo's Oporto Hostel is housed in a nineteenth century building, classified as a World Heritage Site, which was recovered and restored while respecting all of its originality.
The building is next to the Ribeira do Porto, a central location in terms of transport, culture, leisure and facilities.
Inside, the decor relies on a modern design and furniture in a cozy environment with single or double bedrooms and shared dormitories with rates between 14 and 50 euros for double bedroom in high season.
It features a living room, dining area, kitchen for guests, library, outdoor lounge area and paid parking area.
This hostel has the distinction of being considered the cleanest in the world.
11. Hostel Gaia Porto
Only 150 meters from the Douro river, in the historical city center of Gaia, is located the Hostel Gaia Porto, with a great panoramic view over the city of Porto.
The hostel has different types of shared dormitory to greater privacy rooms facing an indoor garden enjoying an extremely intimate and relaxing decor. The price per night ranges from 17 euros to 50 euros for a shared double dorm suite.
Available to guests is a fitted kitchen where they can prepare their own meals and a multipurpose room for watching movies, traditional games or just to hang out.
12. B Surf Hostel
Next to the beautiful beaches of Baleal in Peniche, B Surf Hostel is prepared for its guests to enjoy a pleasant stay by the sea.
It consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 private and one that can be shared with a maximum occupancy of 4 people. Prices range between 20 and 33 euros according to the room and time of year.
For guest use, the hostel offers a lounge, a fitted kitchen, a garden, a pool and a tennis court.
13. Serenata Hostel
Located in the heart of Coimbra, in the Old Cathedral’s square, this hostel ensures proximity to all the attractions.
Overnights may be in thematic dorms, double bedrooms and suites, with rates per night from 14 euros in a dormitory, up to 55 euros in a double suite.
Guests may use two living rooms, library, bar, kitchen, dining room, a covered patio and an open terrace to chill out and socialize.
Here you can relax and enjoy the most academic city in the country, one of the cities most identified with Fado, steeped in history and tradition.
14. Tattva Design Hostel
Two beautiful buildings classified as world heritage were recovered and fully refurbished to give way to the largest hostel in the city of Porto.
Located in the heart of Porto, it has a breathtaking view over the city.
This hostel is bet on diversity of common areas for socializing, especially the Aquarium Lounge with a large aquarium where bright tropical fish provide a relaxing environment. Also offers a restaurant, bar and equipped kitchen for guests to enjoy.
It features shared dorms, double rooms and triple rooms with private bathroom that seeks to ensure levels of comfort and privacy of their guests. Prices per night range from 12 euros in a dormitory, low season, and 120 euros for triple room in high season.
