About

TRAVEL & LIVE HOSTEL

More than a bed. Your experience in Porto.
Welcome to Travel & Live Hostel, a space created for those who want to discover Porto in an authentic, relaxed, and unforgettable way.

Located in the heart of the city, on the emblematic Rua de Santa Catarina, we are just a few steps away from shops, restaurants, cafés, cultural attractions, and the main points of interest in the historic center.

At Travel & Live, we believe that a hostel is much more than a place to sleep. It is a place to meet people, discover the city, share stories, and create memories.

The best location to discover Porto
Our location allows you to explore much of the city on foot and have quick access to public transport.

Metro: approximately 1 minute on foot.

Rua de Santa Catarina: right outside the hostel.

Nightlife: approximately 10 minutes on foot.

Douro River: approximately 20 minutes on foot.

Main attractions in the center: easily accessible on foot.

After a day exploring Porto, you can return to the hostel and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere full of personality.

A hostel with personality
Travel & Live was born with a simple idea: to create a space where art, creativity, nature, and people come together.

Our decoration is unique and combines artworks by artists and friends, natural elements, vibrant colors, and contemporary furniture. Every detail was designed to create a cheerful, comfortable environment different from traditional accommodations.

Here, we believe that color brings happiness, art creates identity, and people make the experience.

Discover Porto with us
We want our guests to make the most of what Porto has to offer.

That is why we work with selected local partners who help our guests discover the city and Portuguese culture through special experiences, including:

Walking Tours: discover the history, secrets, and main points of interest in Porto accompanied by local guides.

Pub Crawls: get to know Porto's nightlife, make new friends, and discover some of the city's best bars.

Fado Experiences: immerse yourself in Portuguese culture and enjoy an evening to the sound of traditional Fado.

Our team is available to help guests find the best experiences during their stay and make each visit to Porto even more special.

Policies and Conditions
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in: from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Check-out: until 12:00 PM.

Reception: from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

For arrivals outside reception opening hours, we recommend that guests contact the hostel in advance to receive all necessary information.

Cancellation
The reservation may be canceled free of charge up to 72 hours before the expected arrival date, in accordance with the reservation conditions.

Payment
Payment is normally made upon arrival, in cash.

To guarantee the reservation and ensure payment, Travel & Live Hostel reserves the right to charge in advance the amount corresponding to the first night of the stay. This charge may be made before arrival, whenever deemed necessary by the hostel.

Tourist tax
The tourist tax is not included in the reservation amount.

A municipal tax of €3 per person, per night, applies, up to a maximum of 7 nights.

Breakfast
Breakfast is not included in the accommodation rate.

Important information
There is no curfew. Guests may come and go freely during their stay.

Children are not allowed in shared rooms.

We recommend checking the specific reservation conditions before arrival.

LIVE PORTO. SHARE THE EXPERIENCE.
At Travel & Live Hostel, we want you to feel more than a guest.

We want you to meet people, discover places, experience local culture, and take away good stories to tell.

Travel. Live. Connect.

House Rules

Check In

16:00 - 20:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
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Reviews

8.8Fabulous(1426)
  • Value for Money
    8.8
  • Security
    9.1
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    8.4
  • Staff
    9.2
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    8.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Travel & Live Hostel in Porto is praised for its excellent, central location, making it easy to explore the city. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff. While generally clean, some recent reviews mention issues with mold and occasional cleanliness concerns in bathrooms. The hostel is noted as being quiet, making it suitable for travellers seeking a more relaxed stay.

Stayed in Oct 2026
9.7
E
Emilio
Male, 31-40, Australia
An exceptional hostel. The staff are so kind, helpful, approachable and caring. An amazing location and a lovely, comfortable and peaceful lounge room area upstairs. I would definitely recommend this the Travel and Live Hostel in Porto. 10 out of 10. Thank you so much to the amazing staff
Stayed in Oct 2026
5.7
S
Steven
Male, 25-30, Australia
This was my hostel from hell. I arrived and checked in. When I removed my linen from the cupboard there were bed bugs on it. I went back to reception and complained and they moved me to another dorm. This bed also had evidence of bed bugs I had no choice but to stay as every hostel was booked in Porto. I work up covered in bites and then spend the whole day washing everything I owned. Staff were helpful but clearly knew this was an issue. The offered me a private room but I declined and left.
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
A
Anonymous
Male, 41+, USA
Nice hostel staff, convenient location near metro train and shops and bed with privacy curtains.
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Location

Rua de Santa Catarina, 486, segundo andar, Porto, Portugal
0.9km from city centre