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Moon Hill Hostel

9.0Superb(22)

Sintra, PortugalView map0.47km from city centre

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Escape to Moon Hill Hostel, your cozy and vibrant home away from home in magical Sintra, Portugal!

Nestled on Rua Guilherme Gomes Fernandes, our hostel offers a unique blend of comfort and community. Imagine exploring Sintra's fairytale castles and lush gardens by day, then returning to our stylish hostel to connect with fellow travelers.

Picture yourself swapping stories and planning adventures in our common area, forging friendships that will last a lifetime. We're perfectly located to explore all that Sintra has to offer, from the Pena Palace to Quinta da Regaleira. Moon Hill Hostel is the ideal base for discovering the magic of Sintra! Book your stay and let the adventure begin.

Moon Hill Hostel Policy and Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 7 day(s) before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the full stay.

Check-in from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM

The Moon Hill Sintra has a front desk from 1PM to 22:30 PM

Payment before arrival by payment link.
This property will pre-authorize your card before arrival.

Taxes not included: City Tax - 2 EUR per person per night.
Breakfast not included.

General:
No curfew
No pets allowed.
Children allowed.
Non smoking.

House Rules

Check In

16:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 11:00

Credit Cards Not Accepted
No Curfew
Non Smoking
Taxes Not Included

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Luggage Storage
Reception (limited hours)
Board Games
Self-Catering Facilities
Hot Showers
Outdoor Terrace
Security Lockers

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Reviews

9.0Superb(22)

Value for Money
8.6
Security
9.8
Atmosphere
7.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Staff
8.9
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.9

Summary of traveller reviews

Moon Hill Hostel in Sintra offers a fantastic location, close to attractions and the centre. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and the comfortable rooms, some with unexpected amenities like towels and soap. The staff are attentive and helpful, with convenient services like bag storage. Some guests noted that Wi-Fi signal could be weak in rooms and that basic toiletries like shower gel are not always provided.

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Stayed in Sept 2026

7.7

Mia

Female, 18-24, Canada

I had a great stay! the hostel was quite but really well located

Stayed in Jun 2026

haleigh

Female, 31-40, USA

staff was super lovely and helpful. perfect location and super clean.

Stayed in May 2026

9.4

Nic

Couple, 18-24, England

Great place! Not the most social hostel (also might have not been the season) but the double room was perfect for me and my partner! Also It came with towels and soap which is as a plus we didn't expect. Had a great stay

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Location

Rua Guilherme Gomes Fernandes 17, Sintra, Portugal

0.5km from city centre

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About Sintra

8.0Fabulous(90 Reviews)

Activities

9.4

Eating out

7.7

Shopping

6.1

Chilling out

8.6

Transport

8.4

Sightseeing

9.8

Culture

9.7

Nightlife

5.1

Value for Money

7.7

About Sintra

Famous for its colourful fairytale castles and dramatic mountain scenery, Sintra is infused with a sense of magic. Many people visit the town as a day trip from Lisbon, but if you're looking to spend more time here, the area has more than you can cover in a day. The west coast has rugged Atlantic beaches which are great for surfing, clifftop paths for hiking and lots of ancient buildings to explore – from Moorish fortresses to moss-covered Capuchin monasteries.

Hostels in Sintra are as eclectic as the town's scenery – you can stay in a charming 18th-century villa in the historic centre, a cosy and traditional beach house or an eco-friendly property in the mountains. On-site bars and common rooms offer plenty of space to meet new friends, while free Wi-Fi helps you plan your trip. Many Sintra hostels have outside space with views across to the iconic castles.

Many of Sintra's major attractions are in the Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais (Sintra-Cascais Nature Park). You'll find plenty of castles and monasteries to discover during the day, and by night the action is in Sintra town on the edge of the protected slopes. The cobbled streets are lined with grand manor houses with independent shops and cafés on the ground floors. Another popular area is Praia das Maçãs (Apple Beach) on the west coast, with a sandy cove and lots of waterfront seafood restaurants.

Sintra is known for its castles, and the most famous is the brightly coloured Pena Palace. After snapping a selfie with the distinctive red and yellow walls, it's worth taking a tour inside to see how Portuguese royalty used to live. Quinta da Regaleira is another fascinating palace, with underground caves and paths connecting the elaborate gardens. Sintra is also near Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe – it's 25 minutes away by car. At 150 metres above the sea, you'll have great views over the coastline.

The nearest airport is Lisbon Portela Airport, about 30 minutes away by taxi. By public transport, hop on the red metro line to Gare do Oriente (Oriente train station) from the airport, and catch a train to Sintra from there. As the town's palaces are quite spread out, the best way to see them all is to use the hop-on, hop-off bus. If you're feeling active, you can do it by bicycle instead.