🇵🇹 Lisboa, Portugal
This Is Lisbon Hostel
📍 63, Rua da Costa do Castelo, Lisboa, 1100-335
Your stay — This Is Lisbon Hostel
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The Property — This Is Lisbon Hostel
This is a bright, modern backpacker spot in a converted townhouse near Rossio, with a rooftop bar that has clear views of the castle. The lobby is all smooth concrete floors and a mural of Lisbon’s trams, buzzing with young travellers swapping tips over free sangria. It suits solo adventurers, budget couples and small groups who want social common areas and a central base without the hostel bunk-room chaos. The USP is the price point: a double room with a private bathroom in July costs under €100, which is unusual for Baixa.
Chronicles of Lisboa
Lisbon was founded by the Phoenicians around 1200 BC, then ruled by Romans, Visigoths and Moors before being captured by Afonso Henriques in 1147 during the Reconquista. The 1755 earthquake and tsunami levelled the lower town, leading to the Marquis of Pombal’s grid-style Baixa district with the first earthquake-proof buildings in Europe. By the Age of Discovery, it was the wealthiest city in Europe, controlling spice routes from Africa and India. Today it’s a low-rise capital of painted tiles, yellow trams and fado music, with a distinct identity shaped by both its Atlantic-facing port and its sepia-toned hills.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lisboa guide →Best months
May, June and September; sunny, 22–27°C, fewer crowds than July–August, and the city’s jacaranda trees are in full purple bloom in May.
Peak / festival surge
July–August; August is busiest due to European school holidays. Hotel prices jump by 40–60% from May levels. No major Lisbon-specific festival drives it, but nearby Sintra’s summer music festival and the Festas de Lisboa in June (especially Santo António on the 12th) push demand through July. Expect queues at Belém Tower and Praça do Comércio.
Budget shoulder season
April and October; April offers 18–21°C and Easter discounts, October sees 70% fewer tourists than August with still-pleasant 20°C afternoons and lower flights.
Weather & packing
Lisbon’s microclimate means late-afternoon Atlantic breezes can drop the temperature by 8°C in ten minutes. Pack a packable windbreaker even if noon feels like a beach day.
Live City Briefing — Lisboa
- Lisbon’s new Metro line (Linha Vermelha extension to Alcântara) opened late 2025, cutting travel time from the airport to Cais do Sodré to 20 minutes, but major construction continues at Martim Moniz station near Rossio until autumn 2026.
- The 2026 summer tourism surcharge for short-term rentals (like Airbnb) has increased to €4 per night in Lisbon city, applied at check-in for stays under 30 days.
- A tram 28 route diversion due to track repairs on Rua da Conceição means the iconic line now terminates at Martim Moniz instead of Campo de Ourique until September 2026, so check the ‘Carris’ app before boarding.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to This Is Lisbon Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Rua da Costa do Castelo). These are quieter and catch the morning sun without street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 facing the street — the tram rumbles past early, and pedestrians gather outside the nearby castle entrance. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft (floor 2 ends especially) as the mechanism can be noisy at night.
Best views
Rooms facing south-west give a partial view of the Castelo de São Jorge, not grand but authentic — you’ll see rooftops and the castle wall. No river view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are typically quietest. The hostel occupies a classic Lisbon building with thick walls, but upper floors buffer street sound better.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua da Costa do Castelo is a narrow, cobbled street with tram 28 running past every 10-12 minutes (till 1am). Also, the hostel is on a hill — luggage wheels on cobbles are loud; pack light. The castle itself is quiet until 9am, then busy with tourists.
Insider tips
1) Parking is impossible on the street — use the Parque Estacionamento Graça (€12/day, 8-min walk). 2) Request a room with a window that opens — some internal rooms are stuffy in summer as the building has no AC. 3) Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing — the lobby is small.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — This Is Lisbon Hostel
Free high-speed WiFi throughout; no login — connects directly on the network 'ThisIsLisbon'
No lift; hostel occupies upper floors of a historic building, accessed only by stairs (3 flights)
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers; building dates from 1890, original tiled floors and high ceilings in common areas
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out fee €10 until 12:00 (subject to availability)
Free after check-out until 18:00; locked room with key access
No step-free access; entrance via 6 steps, no ramp; rooms and facilities only reachable by stairs — not wheelchair-accessible
No on-site parking; nearest car park is Parkade Descobertas (€20/24h, 8-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (mandatory, paid on arrival)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja do Menino Deus (365 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Panteão Nacional (427 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de São Brás e de Santa Luzia (432 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Paróquia de Todos os Santos (436 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Martim Moniz — 991 m · ~12 min walk
Jardim do Torel — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Museu de São Vicente de Fora — 78 m · ~1 min walk
Black Cat Cinema — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Santo Estêvão — 327 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Farmácia Mourão — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Alfama Viertel — 68 m · ~1 min walk
Graça - Miradouro — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport and in tourist areas, as they give poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (5–10% for good service), spare change for hotel porters, and drivers do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at a local pastelaria is about €0.80–€1.00.
A prato do dia (daily special) with drink in a tasca or working-class café is €8–€10.
A main course in a typical local restaurant runs €12–€15.
The Time Out Market in Cais do Sodré is a food-hall hub; also look for pastéis de nata in bakeries everywhere.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
Rua Augusta and Baixa-Chiado have Zara, H&M, and Portuguese chains like Salsa; Feira da Ladra flea market on Tuesdays/Saturdays for secondhand.
A 24-hour Viva Viagem pass (€6.60) covers metro, bus, and tram (but not the tourist tram 28); from the airport take the metro (Aeroporto station) for €1.80.
Eat lunch at a tasca with a prato do dia; buy a Viva Viagem pass rather than single tickets; avoid taxis – use Bolt or Uber for airport runs.
Good to know — Lisboa
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Emergency Contacts
LisboaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lisboa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at This Is Lisbon Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Mourão — 383 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Lisbon Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto station → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments (via Alameda, then Linha Verde to Rossio)
💡 Buy a Viva Viagem card (€0.50) at the station machine. Top up with a single journey. Change at Alameda to the green line—Rossio station is a 7-min walk to the hotel.
Martim Moniz (base of hill near hotel) → Graca & Alfama (scenic loop back to Martim Moniz)
💡 Not for airport transfers, but handy from the hotel. The hotel is 6 mins from Martim Moniz tram stop. Go early morning (before 9am) to skip queues. Buy your single ticket or use the Viva Viagem card.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments
💡 Official taxis queue outside arrivals. Avoid touts—use the rank. Pre-booking with apps like Uber or Bolt often costs €10–€12.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) - Stop outside Terminal 1 → Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments (closest stop: Restauradores)
💡 Aerobus stops right at Restauradores. From there, the hotel is a 5-min walk down Rua das Portas de Santo Antão. Avoid this for late arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Rua da Costa do Castelo). These are quieter and catch the morning sun without street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 facing the street — the tram rumbles past early, and pedestrians gather outside the nearby castle entrance. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft (floor 2 ends especially) as the mechanism can be noisy at night.
Is This Is Lisbon Hostel noisy?
Rua da Costa do Castelo is a narrow, cobbled street with tram 28 running past every 10-12 minutes (till 1am). Also, the hostel is on a hill — luggage wheels on cobbles are loud; pack light. The castle itself is quiet until 9am, then busy with tourists.
Which rooms have the best views at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
Rooms facing south-west give a partial view of the Castelo de São Jorge, not grand but authentic — you’ll see rooftops and the castle wall. No river view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
1) Parking is impossible on the street — use the Parque Estacionamento Graça (€12/day, 8-min walk). 2) Request a room with a window that opens — some internal rooms are stuffy in summer as the building has no AC. 3) Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing — the lobby is small.
What time is check-in at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
Check-in at This Is Lisbon Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does This Is Lisbon Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free high-speed WiFi throughout; no login — connects directly on the network 'ThisIsLisbon'
Is there a city or tourist tax at This Is Lisbon Hostel?
€2 per person per night (mandatory, paid on arrival)
Where can I eat cheaply near This Is Lisbon Hostel?
A prato do dia (daily special) with drink in a tasca or working-class café is €8–€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from This Is Lisbon Hostel?
A 24-hour Viva Viagem pass (€6.60) covers metro, bus, and tram (but not the tourist tram 28); from the airport take the metro (Aeroporto station) for €1.80.
When is the best time to visit Lisboa?
May, June and September; sunny, 22–27°C, fewer crowds than July–August, and the city’s jacaranda trees are in full purple bloom in May.
Top Attractions in Lisboa
💡 The climb is free if you’re quick, but the official access fee is €3. Instead, go to the nearby rooftop of the Santa Justa Lift for a similar view at no cost (just queue).
💡 Go at sunset on a weekday to avoid crowds. Bring a bottle of wine from the nearby mini-mercado.
💡 Best for a cheap lunch: pick up a pastel de nata (€1.30) and a coffee from the corner bakery. Avoid the seafood counters if you’re on a tight budget.
💡 Entry is €2. Go on a dry weekday morning when it’s nearly empty. Watch for fallen fruit on the paths.
💡 Free entry on Sundays until 2pm, and for all under-12s. The cloister café is lovely but pricey; bring a snack.