Find Web Summit Accommodation in Lisbon and Stay with a Local
With the Web Summit conference taking place is Lisbon's Parque das Nações from Novermber 7th-10th, the demand for accommodation will be exceptionally high.
But while you spend the day at the various tech talks and events taking place, you may want to uncover some of the hidden gems from the Portuguese capital that only the locals know. Happily, Lisbon has plenty such hangouts with the city being a mix of seemingly unending nightlife and charming, meandering lane ways.
We've put together some of our favourite Lisbon homestay hosts who offer guests a warm welcome and insight into the place they call home. Homestays let you stay with a local and get a great value experience on top of a room for the night. With prices from as little as €19 per night, you'll be hard pushed to find a better value stay in the city.
1 Sandro in Saldanha
Sandro's bright homestay is the ideal base for your Lisbon trip, located close to both Arroios and Saldanha metro stations, meaning you are on a direct line to the Web Summit venue in Parque das Nações.
Sandro lives in this beautiful, colourful home with his two pet cats and the exterior features the geometric tile prints that are so iconic in this city. Take in the hubbub of the Web Summit by day and when you need to chill out enjoy a drink on the private inner terrace in the evening.
Portugal is famous for its young wine called vinho verde, so we recommend a glass or two of that.
2 Barbara in Chiado
Discover a piece of history when you stay with Barbara. Her homestay was once home to Fernando Pessoa, the Portuguese modernist poet and writer who resided here for four years while writing some of his best creations.
Barbara's homestay is a unique experience for literature buffs and a great way to live in one of the history of Lisbon while staying in the heart of the city. Chiado is a great spot for shopping and eating out so browse the stories on the hills of this neighbourhood and round it off with some steak on the stone in Restaurante Cabaças on Rua das Gaveas.
3Aurora in Alvalade
Host Aurora lives with her husband Paulo and daughter Joana in a newly renovated home close to the airport and Lisbon Zoo. Stay in one of her modern rooms complete with a private bathroom and independent entrance.
Aurora and Paulo's home is also on a direct train route to the Oriente station so your morning commute to the Web Summit will be relatively short, giving you extra time for a lie in. Alternatively, Aurora will allow you to borrow bikes while you stay with her, but given the heat and the hills of Lisbon, it may be best to stick with the underground option.
4Cristina in Avenida da Liberdade
Stay in central Lisbon at Cristina's homestay in a charming, historical neighbourhood of São José where everything is at your doorstep. The trendy Avenida da Liberdade close to Cristina's apartment links the old and the new parts of Lisbon, with the night life of Barrio Alto in walking distance of her home.
Cristina's apartment is filled with light, making it a joy to wake up in or just to chill out in, and is the perfect place to hang out between meetings where you can still get your work done.
5 Clara in São José
Clara, is a homestay host and reiki therapist with a brilliantly-located apartment in Lisbon. Take in the city with a bird's eye view from the balconies in Clara's home and enjoy people-watching as well as the stunning views downhill towards the River Tagus.
There's plenty to see and do nearby and Clara is happy to show her guests around her neighbourhood to help them make the most of their time in Lisbon.
6 Margarida in Areeiro
Host Margarida lives in this beautiful bright homestay which she shares with her two cats Olivia and Camila. She loves dancing and cooking new recipes with her family.
Her home is close to the airport and has plenty of parking available for guests. Alternatively, the Areeiro metro is a short distance away and there is a direct train to the Parque das Nações Oriente station that takes only 7 minutes. And with prices starting at €19 for a single room, this is one of best value homestays we have in the city.
7 João in Avenidas Novas
João is something of a homestay expert, having hosted guests in his home for the past fourteen years. His apartment was built in 1935 so is full of period charm yet has a contemporary feel as a result of him lovingly restoring it three years ago.
João speaks French, Spanish and English and is happy to show guests around his neighbourhood and help them reserve a table for dinner, book a Portugese wine-tasting or recommend the best surf schools in the city.
8 Ana Rita in Conde Redondo
Ana Rita lives with her husband Bruno and their two young children in the central neighbourhood of Conde Redondo. While the exterior of their second-floor apartment has the traditional tiled look so common in the capital, inside is an entirely different story.
The high ceilings and airy rooms will give you the perfect place to relax away from the Lisbon heat while the vibrant artwork that adorns Ana Rita's home gives the space a fun, contemporary feel.
9 David in Campo Martires da Patria
David's beautiful home was built in 1866 so it is full of charming period character such as tall ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and traditional balconies. With prices from just €25 per night, his homestay is an affordable way to make the most of your time in Lisbon.
Swiss-born David has a flair for languages and speaks English, Portuguese, French, Italian, Mandarin, Russian and Arabic as well as some Spanish, Turkish, Persian, Japanese and Hindi.
10 Manuel in Penha da França
Meet Manuel, his home boasts stunning views overlooking the Lisbon skyline. Enjoy a glass of wine on one of the many balconies in their home after a day or networking or sip your morning coffee on the balcony adjoining their guest bedroom.
Manuel's apartment is close to the Anjos metro stop on the green line but there is also parking available for guests nearby.
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Written by Michelle O'Beirne
Michelle has loved travel since childhood, when her Mum joined an airline & she travelled with her everywhere from Bordeaux to Barbados.
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