Lagos Hostel Prices — HostelHound

How much do hostels in Lagos cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Lagos, Portugal range from $11 to $67/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 36 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $13.

At $11/night and up, Lagos is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Portugal.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 17 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-06T18:49:50.545Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (one night),October 8 (one night),October 9 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Lagos

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster in the old town around Rua 25 de Abril and Rua Cândido dos Reis, a short walk from both the train station and the marina ferry dock. A few cheaper options sit just outside the walls near the bus terminal on Rua Marreiros Neto, which is less lively at night but easier if you are arriving by EVA bus from Faro airport.

Getting around

The Mercado Municipal on Avenida dos Descobrimentos opens every morning. Grab bread, local cheese, and fruit there for a couple of euros instead of paying cafe prices on the tourist strip.
Take the small passenger ferry from the marina across to Meia Praia beach. It costs a couple of euros and lands you on a wide, quieter stretch of sand compared to the cove beaches south of town that tour groups swarm by midday.
The CP regional train between Lagos and Faro runs for a few euros and takes about 1h40m. It is a much cheaper way to reach the airport than a shared shuttle, and you can book same-day at the station window.

When to go

July and August pack hostels weeks out and push prices 2 to 3 times higher than the rest of the year. May and October give you sun, open beds, and the lowest rates you will find without hitting the off-season closure problem.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Lagos cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $13. Dorm beds currently range from $11 to $67/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Lagos?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Lagos include October 7, October 8, October 9.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Lagos?

HostelHound currently tracks 36 hostels in Lagos, Portugal.

Is Lagos affordable compared to other hostel cities in Portugal?

Lagos is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Portugal, with dorm prices starting from $11/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Lagos?

Most hostels cluster in the old town around Rua 25 de Abril and Rua Cândido dos Reis, a short walk from both the train station and the marina ferry dock. A few cheaper options sit just outside the walls near the bus terminal on Rua Marreiros Neto, which is less lively at night but easier if you are arriving by EVA bus from Faro airport.

What is the best time of year to visit Lagos?

July and August pack hostels weeks out and push prices 2 to 3 times higher than the rest of the year. May and October give you sun, open beds, and the lowest rates you will find without hitting the off-season closure problem.