3 reviewed party hostels · from €11.97/night · Hostelworld rated
Lisbon’s nightlife doesn’t hit you over the head: it reels you in with wine, fado, and a crawl that starts early and finishes late. Head to **Bairro Alto**, where the streets turn into a maze of bars after midnight, or **Cais do Sodré**, now packed with revamped warehouses hosting DJs and live bands. The hostel scene here is tight: places like **Rossio Hostel** and **Yes! Lisbon** sit in the centre, five minutes’ walk from the action, with their own bar crawls and free shots to kick things off. Most backpackers end up in dorms around **Baixa** or **Alfama**, where you can stumble home after last call without breaking the bank.
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Friendly and fun party hostel with a colourful and lively lounge area, a cheap bar and lots of social activities. Their nightly dinners are famous, and they also offer free shots every night, free walking tours and pub crawls. It’s not rare to find a party in the lounge and bar areas. Perfect place to meet new people.
Lively party hostel with tons of activities and a cool fun atmosphere. Family Dinners, Happy Hour Drinks, daily Pub Crawls, on-site parties, VIP entrance to clubs in Lisbon and more. With a huge common area with comfy couches and offering cheap drinks. Staff are friendly and with great positive energy.
Selina will get you a truly unique travel experience. The location is perfect for party people, because it is close to Cais do Sodré, Santos and Bairro - the most famous nightlife neighborhoods. You can get a few drinks at the on-site bar or chill by the pool. It also has a cozy movie room and a quite CoWork space.
Organised nights out with a local guide
Meets every night at 10 PM in **Praça Luís de Camões**. The crawl visits three bars, with a welcome shot at each, followed by an hour of open-bar beer and sangria. A club entry is included, usually to **Pensão Amor** or **Lux Frágil**. Guides are backpacker-friendly and keep the drinks flowing.
How Lisbon's nightlife zones break down
A grid of narrow streets that transforms after dark. By midnight, the pavements are packed with people drinking **Super Bock** from plastic cups. Bars here are tiny: some fit only 20 people: and the music ranges from fado to reggaeton. It’s loud, messy, and the heart of Lisbon’s nightlife.
Once a red-light district, now a cluster of clubs and late-night eateries. The **Pink Street** area is touristy but fun, with places like **Pensão Amor** and **Musicbox** drawing crowds until sunrise. The riverfront is a good spot for a 4 AM kebab after the clubs close.
The oldest part of Lisbon, with winding alleys and hidden bars. It’s quieter than **Bairro Alto** but has some of the best fado venues, like **A Tasca do Chico**. The streets are steep, so wear decent shoes. Most hostels here are budget-friendly, but expect a 15-minute walk to the main nightlife areas.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
Starts every night at 10 PM in **Praça Luís de Camões**. The guides, called Party Makers, take you to three bars with a welcome shot at each, then an hour of open-bar beer and sangria. Expect a mix of backpackers and stag groups. Entry includes a free club pass for later, usually to **Pensão Amor** or **Lux Frágil**.
A club inside a former brothel, five minutes from **Cais do Sodré** station. The decor is vintage porn and chandeliers, and the music spans techno, house, and 90s throwbacks. Entry is €5–€10, but hostels often have guest-list deals. Gets packed after 1 AM, especially on Fridays.
A multi-level bar built into a car park, with views over the river. Happy hour runs from 6 PM to 10 PM: cocktails are €5. The crowd is a mix of locals and travellers, and it’s a solid spot for pre-drinks before hitting the clubs. No entry fee, but arrive early to grab a table.
A tiny fado bar in **Bairro Alto** with live music every night from 9 PM. No entry fee, but you’re expected to order at least a drink: try the house red for €3 a glass. The crowd spills onto the street, and it’s standing-room only by 10 PM. Perfect for a low-key start to the night.
One of Lisbon’s biggest clubs, split over two floors. The main room plays house and techno, while the top floor has a bar and terrace. Entry is €10–€20, but hostels can sometimes get you in for free. Doors open at midnight, but the crowd doesn’t peak until 2 AM. Dress sharp: bouncers turn away flip-flops and vests.
A hole-in-the-wall bar serving **ginjinha**, a cherry liqueur, for €1 a shot. It’s been here since 1840, and the queue out the door is a giveaway. No seating, no frills: just a quick shot and a photo op. Open from 9 AM to 10 PM, so it’s a good stop before or after a pub crawl.
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