JUST BOOK IT. When I booked this hostel for a week, it wasn’t a super host and there weren’t any photos uploaded, and I was NERVOUS. First solo trip, first time out of the country, first time in Europe and I could not have asked for a better place to stay. It was amazing— more than I expected based on the details on this page.
There’s organized activities each day, breakfast and dinner (different options each day) for a small price, social gatherings almost each night in the garden, 24/7 FRIENDLY AND AWESOME STAFF. It was such a great time, and I’ve met so many people from around the world and saw a lot of the city, beach and Sintra all in a few days based on the recommendations that staff and folks living at the hostel have given to me. Such sweet and accommodating people!
Wonderful community of folks, and there’s definitely a space for everyone. I am an extroverted introvert, and I was able to easily socialize and hang out but also have privacy in the dorms and moments to myself as I needed.
Beware hidden costs and noise level: The washer and dryer are 4 euros each to use and a towel is 2 euros and there’s a 10 euro deposit for the key that you pay when you check-in and they return to you at the end of your stay. If you’re a light sleeper, it’s a bit of a party/social hostel, so you might have a hard time depending on the weather/day and if the hostel hosts social gatherings that night— there’s usually music, the bar and people outside of the hostel enjoying the environment as well. Overall, I have no complaints, just things to be aware about.
10/10 would recommend!! Inclusive environment for many personalities. Enjoy!