Marquês de Pombal, Lisbon
Lisboa Central Hostel
A family-run hostel next to Marquês de Pombal and Avenida da Liberdade, with a free breakfast of more than 25 items including fresh pancakes, and air conditioning in every room.
By Portugal Best Hostels · Rating and prices checked
Photo: Lisboa Central Hostel
- Neighbourhood
- Marquês de Pombal
- Lisbon
- Dorms from
- €18
- checked 6 Oct 2026
- Hostelworld
- 9.5/10
- checked 6 Oct 2026
- Hostel type
- Social
- No nightly party programme
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Our verdict
Lisboa Central gives you a free, generous breakfast and a 9.5 Hostelworld score for a dorm price of €18. It sits north of the old town at the top of Avenida da Liberdade, with the metro close by and the main sights within walking distance. It is social through weekly events rather than nightly parties.
Who it suits
Good for
- Breakfast included
- Solo travellers who like weekly social events
- Families and groups (ensuite private rooms)
Not for
- Travellers who want to stay in Alfama or Baixa
- Party-every-night crowds
Price and rating above checked 6 Oct 2026; your dates may differ.
Rooms and prices
| Room | Lowest price per night |
|---|---|
| Dorm bed | €18 |
Hostelworld's lowest rate, checked 6 Oct 2026. City tax, where charged, is extra, and prices change with your dates.
What stands out
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Free breakfast with pancakes
Breakfast is free every day, with more than 25 items and freshly made pancakes.
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Weekly social events
A free welcome drink on arrival and regular activities such as Milkshake Monday.
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Family-run
Owned and run by a local Portuguese family, according to its Hostelworld listing.
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Dorms and ensuite private rooms
Shared dorms plus private rooms, some ensuite, all with air conditioning.
Facilities
- Free Breakfast
- Free WiFi
- 24 Hour Reception
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Security Lockers
- Games Room
- PlayStation
- Outdoor Terrace
- Airport Transfers
- Laundry Facilities
- Self-Catering Facilities
Location
Rua Rodrigues Sampaio 160, 1150-282 Lisboa, Portugal · Marquês de Pombal
Nearby alternatives
The 2 closest hostels we cover in Lisbon, compared with Lisboa Central Hostel.
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Lisboa Central Hostel (this hostel)
Marquês de Pombal · Social
9.5/10
from €18
- GSPOT Hostels
Bairro Alto / Avenida da Liberdade · 1.0 km away · Party
8.1/10
from €16
- The Independente Hostel & Suites
Bairro Alto / Príncipe Real · 1.1 km away · party: no
8.1/10
from €16
Distances are straight-line, not walking routes. Ratings and prices are each hostel's Hostelworld figures on the date shown on its page.
FAQ
Is Lisboa Central Hostel a party hostel?
No. It calls itself a social hostel with weekly activities such as Milkshake Monday, but it does not advertise nightly parties.
How much is a dorm at Lisboa Central Hostel?
The lowest dorm price on Hostelworld was €18 a night when we checked on 6 October 2026, plus Lisbon's €4 city tax per person per night.
Where is Lisboa Central Hostel?
At Rua Rodrigues Sampaio 160, next to Marquês de Pombal and Avenida da Liberdade, with easy access to the metro.
Is breakfast included at Lisboa Central Hostel?
Yes. Breakfast is free every day and includes more than 25 items and freshly made pancakes.
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How we checked this page
Portugal Best Hostels compiled this page from the hostel's own website and its Hostelworld listing, checked on . The rating is Hostelworld's guest score, not ours, and the prices are its lowest advertised rates.