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About this property
Located in the historic, commercial and leisure center of the city of Lagos, on a pedestrianized street, Bora Dormir is a Local Accommodations (Hostel) unit that has been operating since 2013 and was completely renovated in 2024, offering seven rooms with two shared bathrooms and one suite with a private bathroom. One of the rooms has a private kitchen. Bora Dormir offers simple décor in which the color white predominates. With the renovation, the Hostel's facilities have been substantially improved in terms of thermal and acoustics to ensure greater customer satisfaction and comfort. Bora Dormir offers free Wi-Fi, a television, a mini-bar, a microwave, a bottle of water per guest and welcome fruit baskets. Due to the excellent location of the accommodations, guests can walk to the beach and also enjoy the best fish and seafood delicacies and specialties in the well-known and traditional restaurants and bars in the surrounding area. The center of Lagos is also the perfect place to relax in the evening while enjoying a drink. If you stay at Bora Dormir, you can do all this without having to use public transport, as the accommodations is very centrally located. The beaches are about a 10-minute walk from the accommodations. Lagos Marina is a 5-minute walk away. Sagres and its fortress are about 19 mi away and Portimão is about a 15-minute drive away. Faro International Airport is 53 mi away. We hope you enjoy your stay!
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Federico
Argentina
“Very comfortable bed, good location and very clean, I liked that rooms have access codes instead of keys” - Kenny
Canada
“Great place to stay in the centre of Lagos. The room and ensuite were very clean. To my surprise, two apples and bottles of water were also included. The host was also very helpful and responsive through the Booking.com chat.” - Marah
Germany
“comfy bed and low humidity in the room which I haven’t found very often in Portugal, the room was clean and so was the shared bathroom, friendly staff and central location” - Grey
Portugal
“My stay was quite good, the guy who was there was nice. It's a great place. The only thing that I didn't like was that as the room I got is on the third floor, you get to hear the birds making noise really early in the morning around 5 am and...” - Jennifer
United States
“Well located. Room was comfortable. I appreciated the microwave and refrigerator, and was happy to have a comfortable chair to sit in. Shared bath was clean. Breakfast was great.” - Rui
Portugal
“Room, bed comfort and cleanliness. Breakfast included. From the owner to the staff member, they were really customer oriented. Everything was ready and easy to check-in and check-out.” - Alyssa
United States
“I enjoyed the location as it gave me access to all I wanted to explore in Old Town Lagos. Bora Dormir is close to the cathedral bell so it was nice. The motion sensored lighting was extremely helpful and the staff was hospitable and pleasant. I...” - Lauren
United States
“Absolutely excellent location!! Personable owner and operator. Very friendly, just what I needed traveling solo!!!” - Brittany
Canada
“Loved the location! Lagos is a very walkable town and I was able to walk to all the beaches and bars, even the train station! The room was small but I was only 1 person so it was all I needed, the fridge, microwave and tv were a nice bonus! Even...” - Varina
Chile
“The staff was super friendly and the location was amazing, everything was super clean and the room had the perfect size.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurante #1
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Front desk is open from 9am to 5 pm.
check-in time starts at 2pm. Many time your room will be ready before that please ask us.
We can keep your baggage from 9 am on, including the day of your departure .
self-Check in can be done at any time, please let us know and we will send you instructions.
Breakfast is served from 9.30 to 10.30 next door to the entrance.
The menu : Toast or sandwich ham and/or cheese coffee or tea , orange juice.
License number: 8817/AL