Find Hostel Jobs in Portugal 2025

Find Hostel Jobs in Portugal

Browse hostel jobs in Portugal. Perfect for travelers wanting to experience local culture while saving on accommodation. Read more

5 hostels found

Good Feeling Hostel & Guesthouse, Raposeira

Good Feeling Hostel & GuesthouseWork Available

Raposeira, Portugal

9.0

"…Rooms are quiet and pretty spacious. The bunk beds are very beautiful and everyone has his own lamp and a little table. There are two bathrooms in the house (enough for the few guests) and the owner...

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Casa AmarelaWork Available

Vila Nova de Milfontes, Portugal

8.2

"…The house is the perfect accommodation in Vila Nova -- colorful, romantic, and spacious. Rui is a very friendly and kind person with plenty of tips and indications for the area. Highly recommended!!...

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Serenata HostelWork Available

Coimbra, Portugal

8.8

"…You can save money by preparing your meals in our fully equipped kitchen. Our guests can take advantage of our bar and also use our two common living rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, karaoke an...

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Boutique TaghostelWork Available

Lagos, Portugal

9.2

"…This hostel has 8 bathrooms (with a total of 13 showers and 9 toilets). We have also a big patio with Beach View. Here you will have a lot of events like BBQ parties and Pizza nights. Breakfast is...

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Ericeira Chill Hill Hostel & Private Rooms, Ericeira

Ericeira Chill Hill Hostel & Private RoomsWork Available

Ericeira, Portugal

7.9

"…– Airport transfer - Surf lessons - Surf equipment to rental (surfboard, wetsuit, leash, botties). - many activities for rental." …"…At the next roundabout turn right (Rua Jozé Gomes Salvador). At t...

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Hostels with Jobs & Work Opportunities in Portugal