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Reviews of The 17 Party Hostel

Rua Lancarote de Freitas no 32, 8600-634 Lagos, Portugal

#30 of 48 hotels in Lagos

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Review Score

Based on 346 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    7.0
    I had a great time! But there is some room for improvement.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dormroom doors didn't lock and everyone could just come inside. Staff came into our rooms unannounced and even used one of our lockers even though they didn't stay in our room. I wished the rooms had a code or a card to feel safer. Also the shower rooms don't make any sense: to have 3 showers in one room, if I enter alone, I will lock the door and therefore block the other two showers. Plus the toilets inside. Also the beds were very squeaky and didn't have any mini lamps or hooks to hang stuff, which can be very handy.

    I was moved to the Macarena Hostel because it was a quieter area. Tommy was SO GREAT. He really has passion for his job and takes care of his guests and hangs out. I liked the pool table and the kitchen was pretty nice as well. The showers are new and fancy. Location is great, you can walk to several beaches from there, the city center and night life are also super close. The people I met there were great and I had a really nice time.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2024

    8.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s a bit noisy at night because the hostel is located above the bar

    The location was super nice and staff were really welcoming. I got check in earlier. The room and bathroom are clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing all was good

    The staff was very friendly,the room was clean, they allowed me to leave my belongings when I checked out I had a late flight so left my belongings and collected them later in the day.would stay again🙂

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant, convenient, and comfortable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We would have appreciated one or two more bathrooms for the guests.

    We really liked the staff and the location of the hostel.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super friendly staff!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are only two toilets available in the hostel, and in high season this could cause issues

    Stayed here before so knew exactly what to expect. Lovely hostel to stay in, great to easily meet others, especially up on the rooftop terrace

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2023

    9.0
    Lorenzo was a great host :)! The hostel has a great location, good vibes and nice terraces.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    to loud from outside

    Location, clean, good vibes, terrace and balcony

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to wait quite a bit for hot water while showering. There was no sink next to the toilet to wash your hands, so you had to do it in the kitchen or on another floor.

    Good location and a nice terrace.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I'm not sure it can brand itself as a "party hostel" as there doesn't seem to be any events going on. Maybe that is because I went in October (off-season). However, there were still a few people in the hostel at the time, so maybe something could have been organised.

    Good location in the old town for accessing everything that you possibly need to by walking, including buses from the waterfront for onward travel. It is quite a walk from the bus and train station, but most other hostels in this price range seem to be anyway. Very clean and comfortable beds. Two of the bathrooms looked quite small, but I had the bedroom with the en-suite between 6 people which was handy. The kitchen felt basic at first, but then it is a small hostel, so it was fine for the number of people. Nice rooftop area to hang out, but beware that if it is raining, there aren't any decent communal areas to hang out in.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no sink in one of the bathroom and the kitchen is a bit small (but well equiped and that's the most important). Overall, not really cosy but fonctionnal so it's really ok for the price.

    The hostel is really near the city center, the rooftop is so cool to spend time with people (when the weather is nice).

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location near the city centre.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only having two bathrooms for the entire hostel was a little challenging at times, can imagine when the hostel is fully booked it might be even more of an issue.

    The hostel was in an amazing location. The balcony attached to the room as well as the rooftop terrace were great and were a great place to chat with other people staying. Really good value for the location and the facilities and cleanliness, I'd absolutely stay here again in Lagos.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    8.0
    Perfect for a cheap short stay and even better if you want to party
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Blocked sinks

    This was my second time staying and know it is a safe bet. Ultimately if you want to stay at a 5* hotel in a quiet neighbourhood then this isn't for you. You have to understand what you are booking or you'll be left disappointed. If you want to meet new people, stay at a centralised location and party then it is perfect. They run day trips which is a great way to see places as a group that otherwise would take ages to get to and might not be the same experience. I didn't want to party on this occasion but still was good and would definitely come back if in the area again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    8.0
    If you are Young and want to meet new people and if would like to see the nightlife in Lagos then this is the place to g
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, at night everyone went together to some local pubs which was really nice. I recommend!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good location, but noisy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel is surrounded by nightlife so it is very difficult to sleep until after 2am when things go quiet. There is only one toilet/shower on each floor.

    Easy check in. The room was clean and had air conditioning. Lockers came with a key so no padlock needed.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Sometimes there is a queue for the bathroom and music is pretty loud from outside, so definitely recommend bringing ear plugs:).

    The stay at the hostel was great! Incredible for meeting new people and since the hostel is small, the interactions with people were more intimate and it feels like you are staying with a family. Tommy meets all the expectations made here in the reviews and goes beyond that! Would definitely come back!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Welcoming stay, friendly staff who went the extra mile to help out. Tommy was able to promptly assist with an incident that occurred at 5am without any fuss.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Overall I sleep pretty good everywhere, but if you have difficulties with sleeping, it might be a good idea to wear earbuds. With earbuds it was all fine, but because the location is so great, it is also close to the bars which can be noisy sometimes.

    I loved the owner of the hostel, tommy! He is such a friendly person! Had the best time talking to tommy in Portuguese and English, i said i wanted to practice my Portuguese and he was all here for it. The vibe in the hostel was great and everybody was so friendly! Went to the beach and to the bar multiple times with people from the hostel. The beds and showers get cleaned every day! Very clean.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Its situated on a noisy street. If you are so sensitive , its really important you can get some earplugs to rest well.

    Good price , location and atmothphere. Tommy , the owner , is really nice and helpful. Beautiful view from the terrace.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2023

    9.0
    100% would recommend to any traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The pillow was a bit to soft for me, otherwise nothing :)

    The place was amazing, would recommend to any traveller going to Lagos. The owner Tommy is really something else, so sweet and welcoming will really go out of his way for his guests. I did stay during the week and yes its a bit noisy but as long as you bring earplugs you will be fine, l didn't even have these and l was ok and l am a light sleeper. I totally recommend everyone to go to Churrasqueira praça d'armes, best chicken and chips you ever have and only 8 euros.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location (10 minutes walking to the beach). The street can be noisy during night though as you try to sleep. The staff were super friendly and helpful with anything that was needed. They made sure I got help because my knee was injured, and they changed my room to a female only room for no extra charge. That is the maximum professionalism. Very clean kitchen, toilet and showers. Roof top was also nice. Loved the pictures hanging in the corridor with funny texts.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2023

    7.0
    location and price make it a nice place to stay for few nights .
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tiny hostel, so kind of difficult to meet people sometimes . I was disappointed by not seeing the SPA (due to the season I guess )

    The roof top is pretty nice

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2023

    8.0
    Very nice hostel in Lagos
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no curtains on the beds. Only one bathroom on a floor - sometimes that's not enough. During my stay there was no wi-fi (temporary outage, but it was a bit uncomfortable).

    Very nice hostel in Lagos, right in the the city center. Super-welcoming host, gave me the flexibility to check in and check out. Nice room with a balcony, roof-top terrace. Small, but good-equipped kitchen.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2023

    8.0
    Good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen is a bit small for the number of guests. I would have liked to have coffee available in the hostel even if it required a donation. Could use paper towels in the bathrooms.

    Close to the centre and the beach. Friendly and helpful welcome by Tommy. Cleaned daily. Good value for the price. A couple of bars close by. The female dorm was quiet even on the weekends, but we had the window closed, and I was there in March.

    Stayed in March 2023

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