Family Double Room
- 1 Double bed
Hotel · Lisbon · Lisbon District
Help Yourself Hostels - Restelo - Lisbon
A calm, budget-friendly hostel in Lisbon's Restelo district, with a shared kitchen, comfortable dorms and private rooms, and a pet-friendly policy.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
- Shared kitchen and communal lounge
- Pets allowed
6.2
Pleasant
1032 reviews
Booking.com 6.2 · 1032 reviews
About
Help Yourself Hostels - Restelo - Lisbon
Help Yourself Hostels - Restelo is a budget hostel in the quiet Restelo district of Lisbon. It's an 8-minute walk from the National Museum of Ethnology and about a 25-minute stroll from MAAT, the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology. The property offers a shared lounge, a terrace and a garden, plus a fully equipped shared kitchen with cookware and an electric kettle.
Rooms range from a Family Double Room to mixed dormitories, with amenities like balconies, coffee machines and showers in select options. The hostel provides key access, security lockers, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, and welcomes pets. Non-smoking rooms are available, and parking is on site.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Locker room
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Well-equipped shared kitchen — Guests repeatedly praise the kitchen for having plenty of utensils and cookware, making it easy to prepare your own meals.
- Comfortable beds with extras — Beds come with reading lights, plug sockets and storage boxes – small touches that make a difference in a dorm.
- Clean and spacious bathrooms — Bathroom cleanliness and size are highlighted across several reviews, a strong point for a budget hostel.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Staff are described as accommodating, allowing early baggage storage and helping with directions.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Strict evening check-in window — Check-in is only between 19:00 and 23:30, so plan your arrival accordingly – you can't check in during the day.
- Low overall guest rating — With a rating of 6.2 out of 10 from over 1,000 reviews, expectations should be tempered despite the many positive individual reviews.
- Value for money is only average — While guests often praise the price, the Value category scores 6.6, suggesting it may not always be a bargain.
- Evening-only arrival might be tight — If your flight or train lands earlier, you'll have to wait until 7 PM to check in – staff can store bags, but the room won't be ready.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Locker room
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Food & Drink
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Dining table
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Outdoor dining area
Common Areas
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Parquet floor
Room Amenities
- Armchair
- Golf course
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 6.2/10 from 1,032 reviews
Booking.com · 6.2 · 1032 reviews
6.2Verified guest“I was pleased with the spacious and clean bathrooms, and the bedroom was a decent size – nice for a peaceful rest.”
6.2Verified guest“I never regret staying here. The staff guided me when I first came, and I keep coming back for city breaks – the Wi-Fi, off-site parking, kettle and shared kitchen suit me perfectly.”
6.2Verified guest“Fantastic stay – the staff were lovely and let us store our bags early. Great location with cafes and restaurants nearby, comfortable beds with lights and plugs, a cozy communal room, well-stocked kitchen, and spotless bathrooms.”
6.2Verified guest“We loved the calm, safe neighborhood and the view of the green hill. The hostel is cat-friendly with a warm atmosphere – comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, clean bathrooms, and helpful staff who allowed early bag storage.”
6.2Verified guest“Comfortable beds with lights and plugs, spacious clean bathrooms, well-equipped kitchen, friendly staff, and a calm neighborhood with easy access to public transport.”
6.2Verified guest“Comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, great kitchen, friendly staff, convenient location.”
04 — Location
Getting around Lisbon
The property sits in Lisbon.
Restelo: A calm, residential district in western Lisbon, with green hills and easy access to public transport. It's a peaceful retreat from the city's tourist crowds.
Nearby landmarks: The National Museum of Ethnology is an 8-minute walk away, and MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology) is about a 25-minute stroll.
17 Rua Pedro De Sintra Restelo, Lisbon, Lisbon District, 1400-277, Portugal
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 19:00-23:30
- Check-out
- By 11:00-15:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 30 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 19:00 to 23:30, and check-out is from 11:00 to 15:00. Plan your arrival accordingly – the front desk isn't available during the day.
Is parking available at the hostel?
Yes, parking is available. One guest mentions an off-site car park, and the facilities list parking as an amenity.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed. Several guests mention the hostel being pet-friendly, and one specifically notes it's cat-friendly.
Does the hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and is praised as excellent in several reviews.
What kitchen facilities are available?
There's a shared kitchen with an electric kettle, cookware and kitchen utensils, plus a dining table and outdoor dining area. Guests say it's well-equipped.
Can I store my luggage before check-in?
Yes, staff allow guests to store baggage when arriving early, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
The bottom line
Help Yourself Hostels - Restelo earns its keep as a laid-back, functional base in Lisbon. It's not the flashiest place, but the comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, and well-stocked kitchen make it a solid budget option. The evening-only check-in and middling overall rating are worth weighing, but frequent guests clearly feel at home here.
6.2Best for budget travellers who value a quiet neighborhood and self-catering facilities over a central location.
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