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Lisbon, Portugal Hostel Questions/Info

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Hello,

Have any of you travelled/spent time at a Lisbon, Portugal hostel? What is it like? For my big 30th birthday celebration, I booked a trip to Spain/Portugal and I'm really looking forward to it! Spain, I received a lot of great info (so far); I feel comfortable with that. Not sure what it will be like in Portugal though. I booked my very first hostel called, Living Lounge Hostel (recommended by Rick Steves Europe - Lisbon Snapshot) book; pp.111; Sleeping in Lisbon section. I also verified with two Rick Steves' Europe Customer Service staff it is a safe one, but neither have been to that hostel before.

  • Property address: Rua do Crucifixo, 116, 2. Lisboa, Portugal. 1100-185. Their website is amazing. Modern looking hostel, with different themed rooms, three stories, virtual tour on website, shared kitchen/living space; 15ish minute walk to Castle de Sao Jorge.

Have any of you visited this specific hostel? If not, no worries. I am curious as to what Lisbon hostel culture is like. This will be my very first time being in a hostel in Europe; I'll be there from May 16th - 21st. I'll be in Spain/Portugal though from May 10th - 29th. I was in a hostel in Seattle, WA (for a night) last year and people seemed very to themselves (I'm sure since they're just different environments too). Great hostel I visited though still!

Any ideas / insight would be highly appreciated about the Lisbon, Portugal hostel/hostel culture. I will be a solo American traveler, looking to meet new friends/people, but also do some things on my own; a good balance this time, instead of being/staying in European countries' hotels on my own.

Thank you,
Adam

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We’ve stayed at the Rossio Hostel (https://www.rossiohostel.com/) in Lisbon. It’s right on Rossio Square. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The central location is perfect for walking access to the squares, streets, cafes, and shops.

I think they offer some meals. They do have special nights where musicians might come to jam and they serve pizza. I’ve seen a wonderful fado performance there as well.

There’s a bar on the main floor and comfy tables and chairs in the main room.
I don’t know about all the rooms, or how many they have, but my wife and I stayed in one with a view of Rossio Square and a private bath.

Enjoy your time in Lisbon!

-Chris

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I can't speak to that hostel, or Portuguese hostels, but many have become hostels that offer hotel like amenities. Are you staying in a dorm type room, shared, or a solo room? That makes a big difference in what you experience. A solo room obviously will wall you off for a good portion of the time, limiting interaction to people you meet in the common areas. Sleeping with 3-7 others naturally establishes a closer interaction, good or bad.

Aside from that, age difference can be a factor, teens and twenty-somethings may be reluctant to pal around with someone older, if that applies, but a good attitude, being a bit outgoing, asking people about themselves, all can break the ice.

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Thank you for the advice about Rossio Hostel (https://www.rossiohostel.com/) in Lisbon; looks great. I already booked the other hostel and would get charged the total price of the current hostel I booked, if I cancelled. Another time for that one. Added to my bookmarks. A fado show sounds fun. I'll look into that as well.

This is the link to the hostel I booked (Google Maps link - Living Lounge Hostel): https://maps.app.goo.gl/AxQiNDabKuQNMo8VA
Homepage URL: https://livingloungehostel.com/

-Adam

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Hi Paul,

No problem at all about the hostel I booked, or Portuguese hostels. That's what I kind of sensed too, looking at hostels in the Rick Steves Europe Lisbon book. I am staying in a dorm type room, with four bunk beds (co-ed room); technically shared. Good to know about the social experience. That's what I'm looking for this time around. If it upsets my sleep though, I'll see if I can request a quieter room. I should be fine. I stayed at a 8-10 bunk bed co-ed hostel room in Seattle and it was just fine/quiet.

Good to know about age factor as well. I'll be 30 years old, when I travel over there. I am almost at the big 3-0. Those are good points about a bit younger people too. I am quite a social person; 55-60% extroverted 35%-40% introverted I say. I am also pretty good at asking people questions, when I'm feeling it. When I travelled to London, Watford, Paris, and Versailles by myself, I even stayed at hotels and I was able to spark up conversation. Thank you for the ideas/input. I appreciate it big time!

-Adam

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