Lisbon Hostel Prices — HostelHound

How much do hostels in Lisbon cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Lisbon, Portugal range from $9 to $76/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 85 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7, Oct 11, Oct 12.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

At $9/night and up, Lisbon 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 49 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: 2026-10-06T23:43:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (one night),October 11 (one night),October 12 (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 Lisbon

Where to stay

Mouraria and Intendente have the densest cluster of budget hostels, both a short walk from the Martim Moniz and Intendente stops on the Green Metro line. Beds here run 10-15 EUR cheaper per night than equivalent places in Alfama, which charges a premium for the castle-hill atmosphere.

Getting around

Load a Viva Viagem card with the daily pass (around 6.50 EUR) at any Metro station if you plan more than two trips. It covers Metro, buses, and trams including the 15E to Belém.
Avoid Tram 28 as your main way around. It crawls through Alfama at walking pace and the crowds make it a pickpocket hotspot. Walk the flat Baixa riverfront or take the Metro to Terreiro do Paço instead.
Tascas in Mouraria and Arroios post a menu do dia at lunch: soup, main, a drink, and sometimes dessert for 8-10 EUR. The same kitchen charges double at dinner.

When to go

November through February has the lowest rates and last-minute availability. July and August push hostel beds 40-60% above the annual average, and June weekends book out weeks in advance.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Lisbon cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10. Dorm beds currently range from $9 to $76/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Lisbon?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Lisbon include October 7, October 11, October 12.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Lisbon?

HostelHound currently tracks 85 hostels in Lisbon, Portugal.

How much do hostels in Lisbon cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

Is Lisbon affordable compared to other hostel cities in Portugal?

Lisbon is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Portugal, with dorm prices starting from $9/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Lisbon?

Mouraria and Intendente have the densest cluster of budget hostels, both a short walk from the Martim Moniz and Intendente stops on the Green Metro line. Beds here run 10-15 EUR cheaper per night than equivalent places in Alfama, which charges a premium for the castle-hill atmosphere.

What is the best time of year to visit Lisbon?

November through February has the lowest rates and last-minute availability. July and August push hostel beds 40-60% above the annual average, and June weekends book out weeks in advance.