Hostels in Porto, Portugal

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Get to know Porto (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Porto.

Guess what? Porto is also named and spelled Oporto - It is the same destination. Goodbye confusion.
 Get to know Porto (no more

Porto is Portugal's second largest city and the home of the world famous Port wine. The city lies on the bank of the Duoro River and dates back to the Roman Empire. The city's Ribeira district, an ancient neighborhood uphill from the Duoro, is a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site full of historic townhouses and winding alleyways.

The Vila Nova de Gaia area is a suburb of the city on the other side of the Duoro. The suburb is famous for it's port wine and several companies offer free or cheap tours and tastings.

There are many affordable hostels in Porto, most situated in the neighborhoods above the Ribeira. Most Porto hostels are inexpensive and many offer free breakfast. The city's attractions are scattered around the area but are easily accessible by bus. Be sure to check out the city's famous tiled churches, the Sao Bento tiled railway station, the Liveria Lello (a bookstore whose staircase inspired a set piece from Harry Potter), and the many markets and bakeries. Also check out the Dom Luis I bridge at night. The beautiful iron bridge connects Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia and pedestrians can walk across the river to explore the neighboring suburb.

While in Porto don't forget to try their most popular snack, the francesinha. The famous junk food is a sandwich filled with several meats, covered in melted cheese, and topped with a special sauce made of beer and "secret" ingredients. If exploring the food is important to you, also try the pastel de nata, the traditional Portuguese egg tart.

If you only have a day in Porto, spend it at the Ribeira. The city is bustling with charm in the Ribeira district at night. The restaurants line the river and offer outdoor seating alongside troubadours and artists. Even when it's chilly out you can enjoy the outdoor seating at restaurants offering blankets and fireside seating.

Porto Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Porto, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 46
Average dorm price $40
Average private room price $120
Cheapest hostel in Porto Antas Ville Porto GuestHouse with $18
Party hostels in Porto Lost Inn Porto Hostel (8 in total)
Most Porto hostels are located in Bolhao, Miragaia, Santo Ildefonso
Average rating of all hostels 7.9

FAQ about Porto Hostels

We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Porto. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?

A hostel in Porto costs $40 for a dorm. A private room in a hostel in Porto costs $120. (based on Hostelz.com price comparison)
The only website listing all 46 Hostels in Porto is Hostelz.com. We are a specialized hostel price comparison.
Gallery Hostel is the best hostel in Porto for couples.
Nice Way is the best hostel in Porto for groups.
Gallery Hostel and The Passenger Hostel are the best rated hostels in Porto for female solo travellers.
Hostelz.com compares prices for 46 hostels in Porto, Portugal. We list for you other cheap places to stay in Porto such as
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Lost Inn Porto Hostel is the best hostel for partying in Porto.

It offers: Bar.

9 Best Hostels in Porto

9 Best Hostels in Porto

11 Best Hostels in Porto with Private Rooms

11 Best Hostels in Porto with Private Rooms

16 Cheapest Hostels in Porto

16 Cheapest Hostels in Porto

Other Nearby Cities

Vila Nova de Gaia (2 Km / 1 mi.)
Matosinhos (8 Km / 5 mi.)
Maia (11 Km / 7 mi.)
Espinho (16 Km / 10 mi.)
Esmoriz (21 Km / 13 mi.)
Penafiel (23 Km / 14 mi.)
Santa Maria da Feira (25 Km / 16 mi.)

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