York HousevsLisbon Lounge Hostel
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, York House scores marginally better than Lisbon Lounge Hostel. York House ranks #32 in Lisbon with approval from 8 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
York House
Rua das Janelas Verdes 32, Lisbon 1200-691, Portugal
From $171/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"This hotel has a comfortable, contemporary interior."
Lonely Planet
"Steps twist up past ivy-clad walls to this 17th-century convent turned boutique stunner, with art-slung vaulted corridors and a sun-dappled courtyard." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the quiet Lapa neighborhood, the York House hotel is a converted Carmelite convent built in 1606." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A former 17th-century convent, turned into a boarding house by two Yorkshire women in the 19th century."
Rough Guide
"Located in a sixteenth-century Carmelite convent (and hidden from the main street by high walls), rooms here are chic and minimalist."
Star Service
"On a cobbled street of grand but decaying buildings, this hotel sits between Bairro Alto and the waterfront, near its tiny, less evocative sibling Janelas Verdes." Full review
Fodor's
"Although it's a good way west of the center, York House is on tram and bus routes from downtown and near the Museu de Arte Antiga." Full review
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It has a loyal, predominantly British clientele; book well in advance.
Frommer's
"Once a 17th-century convent, this boutique hotel is outside the center of traffic-filled Lisbon, and so attracts those who desire peace and tranquillity." Full review
Lisbon Lounge Hostel
Rua Sao Nicolau, 41, Lisbon 1100-547, Portugal
From $16/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
Fodor's
"A "designer hostel" might sound like a contradiction in terms, but that's just what you get at this lodging run by four young artists."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"These ultrahip Baixa digs have a party vibe. Bed down in immaculate dorms and meet like-minded travellers in the hip lounge watched over by a wacky moose head." Full review
Rough Guide
"Understandably popular independent hostel in a great old Baixa townhouse full of stripped floorboards, comfy sofas and books."
Let's Go
"These nearby hostels, under joint ownership, have large common spaces and spacious rooms with the best interior design around, hostel or not." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"One of Lisbon's smallest hipster hostels, the friendly Lisbon Lounge sleeps 44 guests with icy-blue style in Baixa." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"Lisbon Lounge Hostel is situated in the heart of Lisbon, near restaurants, bars, and city sights, just a four-minute walk from the metro and a six-minute walk from Rossio Square." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This was one of the first hostels to open in Lisbon...it's spread over four floors in an old 18th-century house, with a central location and relaxed atmosphere that make it a popular choice. " Full review