The Independente Hostel & Suites, Lisbon

Lovely and helpful staff members, always ready to help. The breakfast was lovely and a great added bonus. The rooms were spacious and well equipped and the communal kitchen area and living area was clean and light. I would definetly stay again.

The kitchen area was not open until 9 which was a shame if you wanted to have an early breakfast but otherwise no complaints.

Heritage building, prime location, great breakfast, helpful staff, balcony view of city was simply beautiful with live music all day and night.

The location was super, lots around for restaurants etc. Easy to get everywhere. The character of the building was absolutely charming and the reason we picked it. We did not want something we can get everywhere. Great staff and breakfast too.

The room on the top floor was large but much of it was under a slanted roof so if you are very tall, that makes it a bit unusable. But we were barely there so did not mind.

Amazing building, rooms were cool

Staff were welcoming and helpful, always. The woman that greets you at breakfast is irreplaceable. I love her! The building interiors are quite lovely.

Street noise. The musician in the mirador across the street playing the same things over and over and over. Stop amplification of these street musicians everywhere. Let them play un-amplified.

The hotel is located perfrectly on the Principa real, Bairro Alto. Very nice view from the room, and on the opposite side there is music, nice restaurants and bars

The cieling were in part of the room, low. The bathroom is relatively small. And the breakfast was okiish

excellent location. lovely roof top bar. friendly staff

I recently stayed at this hostel and had a generally positive experience. The staff were amazing, very friendly, and always willing to help. The bed was comfortable, though a bit squeaky. The location was a highlight, situated in a lively neighborhood filled with pubs, clubs, and restaurants. The included breakfast was delicious and added to the overall experience Overall, I enjoyed my stay and appreciate the efforts of the staff. You would be very happy staying here. With a few adjustments, this hostel could offer an even better experience for its guests.

There are a few areas where improvements could be made. I stayed in the top bunk, and access was a bit challenging due to the narrow and smooth steps. Additionally, the storage for the top bunk was not very accessible, as it was located at the bottom of the bunk beds and opened sideways into a narrow corner space. This made it difficult to store and retrieve items, especially since the locker was vertically oriented without any shelves.

Great breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff. Loved the rooms as well with the old style high ceilings and creative decor.

I stayed in a Ladies only dormitory. Every room is key coded and yes it was ladies only. Seperate bathrooms which were spacious. Rooms were big and open, 3 high bunks with storage for yourself. Better than I expected - and breakfast included in this too. And a free drink of choice on arrival. I would go back if I was a solo traveller or a couple.

I thought everything was great!

The beds Clean bathroom Welcome drink on the rooftop

The insonorisation of the room

Location is great. You are 10 or 15 minute walk from the river, and close to many, many restaurants The place is very nice, the staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was really good. Everything about it was wonderful with one small exception: our room was tiny compared to our relatives room. It wasn't awful or a dealbreaker, but it was a small room, and it was difficult to deal with it two suitcases and two extra bags. Also, they need more outlets in the room.

Don't get room 2.5. It is small, but quiet. Good for one person, but not for two They also need more outlets in the room.

I loved the vibe of the hotel. The décor and architecture is quirky, colorful, and eclectic. The staff was friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was simple but everything was fresh and of good quality. My room was small but efficient with plenty of storage for clothes and suitcases. It had a huge window that let in tons of light and fresh air. The A/C unit kept the room cool. The hotel is located directly across from a miradouro with a beautiful fountain and a small outdoor café that was beautiful and safe during the evening.

It was louder than I thought it would be when I booked it. The location is on the northern edge of Barrio Alto, a party/bar/nightlife area and the noise level reflected that. There is also a rooftop bar with music playing and people going up and down the stairway located near the rooms making a lot of noise. This didn't bother too much because I live in a city so I'm accustomed to some noise at home but I could see it being a lot for someone who's not used to so much ambient noise.

Great value for money. All staff very friendly and cheery in their roles. Great location. Very clean.

Everything was great so I've nothing to report here.

Very inviting

This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at. It is exquisitely designed and decorated. It is located in the best part of Barro Alto, with a beautiful public piazza with great city views just outside its front door. The staff are incredibly professional, friendly and accommodating. The hostel has great amenities - a lovely restaurant and rooftop bar, as well as two very beautiful lounges and a well-equipped kitchen if you feel like cooking. The rooms are very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast buffet and welcome drinks were both wonderful. I wish I stayed longer and will definitely return if I'm ever in Lisbon again!

Small additions would make this hostel even better (Although it's already fantastic). I would recommend some curtains around the bunk beds for privacy. The bathrooms would also benefit from some shower cubicles (currently only shower curtains, which makes it difficult to get dressed and hang clothes near the shower)

Excellent location! Great place and friendly staff.

The decor and location

The fridge and kettle didn’t seem to be working

It is unique and both of the buildings are beautiful inside. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and recommended a few good restaurants to try, they were not wrong. The breakfast was very nice - a combination of buffet and some "cook to order" items. The roof top bar is fun !

The charm of such an old building and the way it has been brought up to date with such incredible skill. The staff were all 100% on their game. We would love to stay again and would always recommend it to friends the roof top view together with the service of food and drink. I must first say thank you to my wife for first finding you then you for meeting the challenge!! Peter on Julia’s post

Amazing location! And the facilities were great. It was very clean, and the reception was very helpful and nice. The dorms and bathrooms were also very clean.

Used this hotel on a few occasions. Always return, great room with a small little out area. Great breakfast. Great location near a viewpoint Wonderful staff, especially the lady in charge of breakfast in the mornings.

Nothing to dislike.

The hostel building itself was stunning with big rooms and clean facilities. Loved that there was a big communal space with a kitchen and the breakfast included was great. The small beer on arrival was also a lovely touch. We could also rent towels for 2 euros each which helped a lot. Location wise it was fantastic, near lots of restaurants and bars, and also nearby to bus stops and tram stops. 10/10

I was on the top bunk and it was VERY high up, but understandable in hostels.

Fantastic ambiance in a fantastic location. Service was great. We stayed in a private room ie not the dormitory style. One of the rare times a property totally exceeded expectations.

great location for old lisbon. good breakfast and nice staff. building is very old but rooms have modern facilities. In all a great place to stay, just dont expect frills! roof top bar was fantastic!