🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal
Royal Prince Hostel
📍 20, Rua da Palmeira, Lisbon
Your stay — Royal Prince Hostel
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The Property — Royal Prince Hostel
The Royal Prince Hostel occupies a restored 19th-century townhouse on a quiet Rua da Glória, five minutes' walk from Restauradores. The lobby mixes original azulejo tiles with modern bunks and a common area that actually feels social, not cramped. It’s a no-fuss base for budget travellers who want a decent sleep and a free breakfast, not flash. If you're fine sharing a room and value location over luxury, this works well.
Chronicles of Lisbon
Lisbon has stood on seven hills since Phoenician times, but the 1755 earthquake levelled it, forcing a rebuild in cool, rational Pombaline style under the Marquis of Pombal. The grid of Baixa and the grand Rossio square date from that era. Over centuries, the city absorbed Moorish geometry, Manueline ornament, and modern street art, so today you get a compact capital that feels both weathered and young. Its recent boom—driven by tech, tourism, and expats—has polished the old quarters without sanding off their character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lisbon guide →Best months
May or September: warm enough for terraces and the coast (20–25°C), but the pavements aren't crowded and flights are still reasonable. October also works, with slightly cooler evenings and fewer queues.
Peak / festival surge
July–August are the hottest and busiest. The city fills for the Santo António festivals in June, then the peak rolls into July and August. Hotel prices, including at hostels, jump by 30–40% over May rates. August is especially packed because southern Europe holidays.
Budget shoulder season
March–April and October–November give you mild weather (15–20°C), lower prices, and short queues at Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. April has a scattering of rain but the cherry trees bloom in Parque Eduardo VII.
Weather & packing
Lisbon gets a rapid Atlantic chill after sundown, even in July—the temperature drops 8–10°C by 10pm. Pack a light jacket or a long-sleeve layer that works for evenings, plus comfortable walking shoes because the hills are no joke.
Live City Briefing — Lisbon
- The Lisbon Metro has extended the Green Line to Rato, making it easier to reach the Amoreiras district and Príncipe Real without changing trains—useful if you're heading west from the hostel.
- A new pedestrian zone on Rua das Portas de Santo Antão, in the main restaurant strip near Rossio, limits traffic from 7pm–midnight; expect more pavement seating and less noise from cars.
- Summer 2026 sees a special exhibition at the Museu do Oriente on Portuguese-colonial maritime navigation, which ties directly into the Age of Discovery sights at Jerónimos.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Royal Prince Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the building's quieter core, and the courtyard side avoids the direct racket from Rua da Palmeira.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor facing the street — they're closest to the pavement and will catch early-morning deliveries, foot traffic, and the occasional revving scooter. Also avoid any room directly above the hostel's common area (usually ground or 1st floor rear) as it gets lively until late.
Best views
There's no standout view here — it's a tight city street. A 3rd or 4th floor courtyard room gives you a glimpse of typical Lisbon tiled façades and maybe a sliver of sky. Front-facing rooms overlook the street's life, which some like, but it's busy.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors offer the best balance: above street-level commotion but below any rooftop terrace or mechanical noise. If the building has a lift, these floors are easily accessible.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua da Palmeira is a narrow one-way street in a densely built-up area of Lisbon's Príncipe Real neighbourhood. Expect: early rubbish collection (around 6-7am), deliveries for local shops and cafés from 8am, and evening bar/restaurant chatter until midnight. The hostel's own common area can be noisy until 10-11pm.
Insider tips
1. The hostel has no on-site parking; use the nearby public garage at Rua da Escola Politécnica (5 mins walk) — book ahead online for a discount. 2. Check-in can be tight if the front desk is busy; try arriving after 2pm when the afternoon shift starts, and request a courtyard-facing room during booking — they're noted in their system but first-come, first-served.
- 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 — Royal Prince Hostel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, no login required; speed around 30 Mbps download, adequate for streaming
No lift – all rooms on 1st to 3rd floor via stairs (no ground-level rooms); historic building with narrow stairwell
No newspapers or digital newsstand provided; building is a 19th-century townhouse with original tilework in common areas
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop from 10:00 if room not ready; check-out by 11:00 (€10 late check-out fee until 14:00, subject to availability)
Free luggage storage in a locked room after check-out and before check-in
Not wheelchair accessible – step at entrance, no lift, narrow corridors; no accessible bathroom on site
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Garage 24 at Rua da Palmeira, 15 (€25 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: igreja evangélica (289 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Nossa Senhora de Jesus (638 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Missionários de Espírito Santo (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Antigo Convento de Corpus Christi (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Tivoli Fórum — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Jardim Sá da Bandeira — 342 m · ~4 min walk
Museu das Comunicações — 123 m · ~2 min walk
Café Lapo — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Parque Infantil da Praça Flores — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk
Farmácia Açoreana — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Brothers Minimercado — 265 m · ~3 min walk
Bica - Rua de São Paulo — 302 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid the exchange bureaux in tourist areas like Baixa or the airport, which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is common. Small cafes and market stalls may be cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated. Round up in restaurants (5-10% if service was good), leave small change for taxis, and tip hotel staff €1-2 for bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A pastel de nata and a bica (espresso) at a local pastelaria; around €2.50 total.
A prato do dia (daily set meal) at a tasca or simple restaurant; around €8-10 including a drink.
Grilled fish or a frango (chicken) main at a local churrasqueira; about €10-12.
Time Out Market is pricey; instead, head to the food stalls along the waterfront near Cais do Sodré for reasonable bifanas or petiscos.
Pingo Doce and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
For cheap high-street fashion, go to Rua Augusta or the Colombo shopping centre (on the metro).
A single Viva Viagem card (€1.35 + 0.50 for the card) lets you load a 24h pass for €6.60, valid on all metro, buses, and trams. From the airport, take the metro (Aeroporto line, no extra fee) or the 208 bus (€2.00).
Eat lunch out instead of dinner (lunch menus are much cheaper). Avoid tuk-tuks and hop-on buses – walk or use public transport. Buy bottled water and snacks at a supermarket rather than a kiosk.
Good to know — Lisbon
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Emergency Contacts
Lisbon112 or 808 24 24
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lisbon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Royal Prince Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Açoreana — 183 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Oriente Station (via ANAM shuttle) to Pestana Palace → São Bento / Local neighborhoods
💡 Most economical daily transit; buy a Viva Viagem card for unlimited travel. Tram 28 is iconic and passes near the hotel area.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Pestana Palace Hotel, São Bento
💡 Use official taxi ranks at airport or pre-book through hotel to avoid unmarked taxis. Fixed rates available.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Marquês de Pombal / City Center
💡 Budget-friendly option; get a 7-Colinas card at the airport for discounted local transit within Lisbon.
Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Oriente Station, then taxi/metro to Pestana Palace
💡 Reliable and direct airport connection; combine with metro for seamless journey to São Bento neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Royal Prince Hostel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still within the building's quieter core, and the courtyard side avoids the direct racket from Rua da Palmeira.
Which rooms should I avoid at Royal Prince Hostel?
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor facing the street — they're closest to the pavement and will catch early-morning deliveries, foot traffic, and the occasional revving scooter. Also avoid any room directly above the hostel's common area (usually ground or 1st floor rear) as it gets lively until late.
Is Royal Prince Hostel noisy?
Rua da Palmeira is a narrow one-way street in a densely built-up area of Lisbon's Príncipe Real neighbourhood. Expect: early rubbish collection (around 6-7am), deliveries for local shops and cafés from 8am, and evening bar/restaurant chatter until midnight. The hostel's own common area can be noisy until 10-11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Royal Prince Hostel?
There's no standout view here — it's a tight city street. A 3rd or 4th floor courtyard room gives you a glimpse of typical Lisbon tiled façades and maybe a sliver of sky. Front-facing rooms overlook the street's life, which some like, but it's busy.
What are insider tips for staying at Royal Prince Hostel?
1. The hostel has no on-site parking; use the nearby public garage at Rua da Escola Politécnica (5 mins walk) — book ahead online for a discount. 2. Check-in can be tight if the front desk is busy; try arriving after 2pm when the afternoon shift starts, and request a courtyard-facing room during booking — they're noted in their system but first-come, first-served.
What time is check-in at Royal Prince Hostel?
Check-in at Royal Prince Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Royal Prince Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, no login required; speed around 30 Mbps download, adequate for streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Royal Prince Hostel?
€2 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Royal Prince Hostel?
A prato do dia (daily set meal) at a tasca or simple restaurant; around €8-10 including a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Royal Prince Hostel?
A single Viva Viagem card (€1.35 + 0.50 for the card) lets you load a 24h pass for €6.60, valid on all metro, buses, and trams. From the airport, take the metro (Aeroporto line, no extra fee) or the 208 bus (€2.00).
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
May or September: warm enough for terraces and the coast (20–25°C), but the pavements aren't crowded and flights are still reasonable. October also works, with slightly cooler evenings and fewer queues.
Top Attractions in Lisbon
💡 Start at Miradouro das Portas do Sol for morning light, then walk up to Miradouro da Graça for sunset. Avoid the packed tram 28—walking is faster and free.
💡 Start at Miradouro das Portas do Sol just before sunset for golden light on the rooftops. Avoid the tram 28 route for quieter streets.
💡 Start at the top (Graça) and walk downhill to avoid steep climbs. Best in early morning for fewer crowds.
💡 Skip the paid museum upstairs unless you're keen on religious art. The church itself is free and the main attraction.
💡 Start at the cathedral and walk uphill towards the castle. The best views are free. Avoid trams 12 and 28 at peak times; locals hate the crowds.
💡 Get a super bock from the bar across the street—it's half the price of the kiosk. Bring a blanket as the pavement gets cold by night.
💡 The greenhouse has a small tropical garden and café — cheap coffee and a quiet spot. The park is breezy, so bring a jacket even in summer.
💡 Free entry weekends. Bring a book for the bench under the giant rubber tree at the far end. Closed for lunch (1pm-2pm).