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We love the Pousada de Juventude de Lisboa. Yes, it's a hostel. Yes, rooms are very simple. But this well-lit, hospitable, cheerful, and muito tidy spot has a lot going for it, including a super friendly staff, an onsite bar, and a convenient location?just next to the Picoas metro stop.
Partnered with Hostelling International, the Juventude Lisboa offers dorm rooms (maximum six people), as well as private double rooms with en suite bathrooms.
The latter have swanky new Sony televisions, chrome sinks, fresh towels, and writing desks with a chair. Large windows let in a nice amount of light. And though there's not much to them, what furniture they have—from electric blue headboards to cube-shaped nightstands that plug in and light up—add an air of whimsy.
All rooms are remarkably clean with white walls and tile floors. Whimsical bathroom-themed tiles add flare to the shared bathrooms, which are ridiculously clean. A row of chrome sinks, private shower stalls, and a well-lit vanity lined with hair dryers make them some of the nicest dormitory bathrooms we've seen.
The cafeteria, where a free breakfast buffet is served, also serves lunch and dinner (€6). The bar is open from 6 p.m. until midnight and serves cervejas, Cuba Libres, tequila shots, and, of course, port wine. An adjacent lounge has a pool table, games, and brightly colored sofas.
Note the artwork in the rooms. It was created by members of AFID—the National Family Association for the Integration of Disabled people.
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