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Lisbon is one of Europe’s most beautiful and fascinating capital cities. Aside from being steeped in history and culture, it’s got incredible weather, easy access to beaches, and a vibrant, varied gay nightlife. This is mainly concentrated in the southern area of the city, in the neighborhoods of Bairro Alto and Principe Real.As is the case with many European capitals, rooms tend to be on the small side, even in the 4 and 5-star hotels. For more space, look at booking the higher categories of rooms.Are Lisbon's hotels gay friendly?Legally all hotels across Lisbon are gay-friendly. The hotels listed below are located in popular parts of the city for gay travelers and excel at providing value for money and quality experiences.What is the most popular neighborhoods for gay travelers in Lisbon? Most gay travelers choose to stay in Bairro Alto and neighboring Principe Real. Both neighborhoods are located in the city center and in the middle of Lisbon’s gay nightlife.Principe Real is where most of the clubs are, including Trumps, the biggest and most obvious place to head for a night of gay partying.Bairro Alto has most of the gay bars, as well as the city’s most popular men-only gay sauna, Trombeta Bath. From the bars of Bairro Alto to the clubs of Principe Real it’s just about a 10-minute walk.Bairro Alto is next to Chiado and Baixa, two of the city’s most historical areas. It is also close to the southern end of Avenida da Liberdade, which is Lisbon’s answer to the Champs-Elysees, with all the city’s most luxurious shops and hotels. This means that most hotels on this list are excellently positioned for both gay nightlife and Lisbon sightseeing.If you do ever need to cover longer distances (or if the city’s many hills don’t appeal to you in the burning summer heat), public transport can usually help you out. Uber is also super cheap, so you can always get a taxi without worrying too much about the cost.My Rainbow Rooms Gay Men’s Guest HouseWhy we love it♥ Men-only hotel for a truly gay Lisbon experience♥ Both dorms and private rooms available♥ Helpful and friendly gay hotel teamMy Rainbow Rooms is a men-only gay hotel in Lisbon, offering basic but high-quality rooms in a quiet residential neighborhood. Despite being a bit far away from the gay nightlife, there are good metro and bus connections to Bairro Alto and Principe Real. Besides, with its sociable atmosphere, it can be very easy to meet guys to share an Uber with!There are both private rooms and dorms available. All are clean, colorful, and comfortable, with nice amenities like complimentary robes and slippers. None of the rooms are ensuite, but the shared bathrooms are modern and well-equipped with large, two-person showers. The dorm rooms are restricted to guests under 35.The hotel has a great team of “houseboys” – friendly gay staff members who are dedicated to making your stay as special as possible. They are a great source of information on gay Lisbon, so don’t hesitate to ask for their advice on where to go. Guests staying longer than 5 days even have the option of being picked up at the airport by one of the houseboys, free of charge.Yes! Lisbon Hostelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hw7IwseH9ocWhy we love it♥ Super friendly party hostel vibe, plenty of activities on offer♥ Only 10 mins walk to the city’s hottest gay sauna, Trombeta Bath♥ Bunk Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom are availableYes! Lisbon Hostel is consistently one of the top-ranking hostels in the city. It is modern, clean, and extremely friendly, with a social and communal atmosphere that makes it easy to chat to people and make new friends. It is also perfectly located: in the heart of historic Baixa, 3 minutes from Baixa-Chiado metro station, and an even shorter walk to the riverfront. The Bairro Alto gay bars are just 10 minutes away, and the Principe Real clubs 10 minutes further.The party hostel stands out for its awesome staff and ample selection of group activities. There are hostel dinners every night and pub crawls on weekends, both offered for €10. The hostel also offers free walking tours in the city and a tour to Sintra, a beautiful historical town north of Lisbon. The common areas are large and usually busy, and the big kitchen is open for anyone to make their own meals.The accommodation itself is also very comfortable, with a mix of dorms and private rooms available. The dorm beds are specially made and are extremely roomy and cozy, with individual lockers, privacy curtains, and electric sockets.Hotel Borges Chiadohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtGpeNVHKfwHotel Borges Chiado is located on one of Baixa-Chiado’s iconic mosaic-tiled streets, surrounded by traditional Lisbon architecture. The gay bars in Bairro Alto, as well as the ever-popular Trombeta Bath gay sauna, are an easy 5-minute walk away. As for coming back from the clubs in Principe Real, it’s under 20 minutes if you want to go by foot.Why we love it♥ Amazing location in the heart of Chiado♥ Walking distance to gay nightlife and only 5 mins walk to Lisbon’s hottest and most popular gay sauna, Trombeta Bath♥ Quadruple Room, room type for 4 adults are available and most booked!Lisbon Poets Inn Hostelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k774-omAyfQWhy we love it♥ Daily four-course communal dinners, friendly and sociable vibe hostel♥ Alfama, the famously picturesque neighborhood is just 15 mins walk♥ Comfort Triple Rooms are available for 3 adultsLisbon Poets Inn is an excellent hostel offering both dorms and private rooms. It is located quite far away from most of the gay nightlife and major sights, but there is a metro station less than 3 minutes away with a direct connection to Baixa-Chiado as well as various bus stops. The famously picturesque neighborhood of Alfama is just 15 minutes away from the hostel.The dorms feature specially-designed beds with privacy curtain, reading light, individual locker, and two plug outlets. They come in two, four, or six beds, meaning the rooms are never too big or too crowded. Privates are either twin or double, shared bathroom or ensuite. All the rooms are clean and decorated in a neutral style.One of the best things about this hostel is its friendly and sociable vibe. A full course dinner with unlimited sangria, cooked by an in-house chef, is offered every day for 10 euros. You are also always welcome to use the kitchen to make your own meals. There is a free tour of the area available every day as well as a wider range of paid themed tours.My Story Hotel Ourohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXQ3SI5n9GMWhy we love it♥ Excellent location in the uniquely beautiful Baixa neighborhood♥ Only 10 mins walk to the city’s most popular gay sauna, Trombeta Bath♥ Bright and cheerful decor done with excellent tasteMy Story Hotel Ouro is located in the heart of Lisbon’s stunning historical district of Baixa. It is based in a renovated 18th-century building, two blocks away from the grandiose Rua Augusta. Baixa-Chiado metro station is just five minutes away, providing handy connections to the rest of the city. Meanwhile, the gay bars of Bairro Alto are a short and pleasant 10-minute walk away. My Story Hotel Ouro is one of the most booked budget gay-friendly hotels in Lisbon.This modern and friendly boutique hotel features airy rooms decorated in soothing pastels and warm yellows. Recurring Portuguese tilework motifs are a nod to Lisbon tradition, while modern amenities ensure a comfortable stay. Rooms are available in twin, double, and single, the latter being an excellent option for a solo traveler.There is an in-house restaurant and bar serving traditional Portuguese meals and snacks. The best part about this is the terrace seating, where you can while away the hours sitting on one of Baixa’s mosaic-tiled side streets.The staff are all extremely friendly and attentive, making My Story Hotel Ouro stand out in terms of its service.

Kuala Lumpur is in the top 10 most visited cities in the world, which has created a great choice of hotels at surprisingly good prices, especially for luxury options. A 5-star hotel can cost about RM250 (about $65) a night, and prices can become even lower during weekdays and low season. Given the city’s relatively affordable rates, there are some excellent 4-star gay-friendly hotels with great facilities in the mid-range and budget categories.What is the most popular neighborhoods for gay travelers in Kuala Lumpur? Stay within KL’s Golden Triangle to make the most of your visit, as this places you conveniently close to most tourist attractions, as well as a few of the gay nightlife venues. The most popular area is KLCC (Kuala Lumpur City Center), next to the iconic Petronas Towers.Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centrehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toH2hGHc91EThe facade of this 5-star hotel screams old-fashioned grandeur, but the interiors are modern and sleek. The rooms are decorated in warm tones, complemented by wood paneling and large windows that let in lots of daylight. Renaissance KL has both a huge free-form outdoor pool and an Olympic-sized swimming pool, an exceptionally well-equipped and pleasant gym, a sauna, and tennis courts. Located in Bukit Bintang, it is a 20-minute walk or 5-minute drive to several of KL hottest gay venues like BlueBoy Discoteque, The Geytherin Pub, Elysium Bar & Terrace, and Day Thermos.Why we love it♥ Modern and relaxing rooms♥ Amazing gym♥ Two swimming pools♥ Close to gay nightlifeTHE FACE Suites Kuala Lumpurhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQTGtd_dcEgTHE FACE offers a range of stylish, modern suites that feel like your own luxury city apartment in KL. Every suite includes a bedroom (with walk-in closet), a separate living area, and kitchenette, which comes with a microwave, hob, and kettle. The two-bedroom suites make for an awesome party pad for a group of friends. The largest ones even have an indulgent three bathrooms. There’s a rooftop restaurant and a bar, both with incredible views of KLCC, and an absolutely stunning Sky Deck infinity pool directly overlooking the Petronas Twin Towers. The Face offers the most booked hotel suites of all the luxury gay hotels in Kuala Lumpur.Why we love it♥ Elegant and modern interiors♥ Fully-equipped kitchen in every suite♥ Awesome options for party groups♥ Gorgeous rooftop infinity pool with viewsGTower Hotelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwW3ew7rRawGTower Hotel is one of KL most gay-friendly luxury hotels in KL. The hotel has artsy contemporary design throughout, from the lobby to the warm, modern rooms. Every one of these boasts a large heavenly bed, a walk-in wardrobe, a marble tub, and a soothing rain shower. Upgrading to a Premier Deluxe Room will get you extra luxuries like a Nespresso machine and L’Occitane toiletries. Facilities include two outdoor swimming pools (both with top-notch city views), an exceptionally well-equipped gym, a beauty and wellness salon, a swanky bar, and a restaurant.Why we love it♥ Cool design throughout the hotel♥ Impeccably comfortable rooms♥ Two swimming pools♥ Excellent hotel gymTraders Hotel Kuala Lumpurhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgvAH593cxoThis 5-star hotel has one of the best positions in town, directly facing KLCC Park and with incredible views of the Petronas Twins Towers available from throughout the luxury hotel. Make sure to book one of the view rooms, which make the most of this exceptional location. All of the rooms are super comfortable, decorated in a warm and cozy contemporary style. There’s a stylish indoor pool and a good gym, both overlooking KLCC, as well as a rejuvenating spa. Traders Hotel offers a free shuttle to Suria KLCC Shopping Center and the Petronas Twin Towers.Why we love it♥ Ideal KCLL location♥ Incredible Petronas Towers views♥ Free shuttle to Suria KLCC♥ Comfortable and inviting roomsHotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collectionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtbJGVPblsIPart of the world-class Autograph Collection by Marriott, Hotel Stripes is an impeccably-designed modern hotel in Chow Kit. Every tastefully-designed room features state-of-the-art tech, custom furnishings and fittings, and vintage black-and-white photography of old Kuala Lumpur. The rooftop bar, Man Tao, is one of the most atmospheric spots to take in the city skyline, as is the adjacent swimming pool. One of the city’s most popular gay saunas, OTOT2, is a 20-minute walk or 5-minute drive away from the hotel. Hotel Stripes is one of the most booked luxury gay hotels in Kuala Lumpur.Why we love it♥ Elegant inviting rooms♥ State-of-the-art amenities and furnishings♥ Incredible rooftop bar and pool♥ Close to OTOT2 sauna

In a country known for its natural beauty, Krabi is perhaps the most beautiful region of all. Its turquoise waters, powdery sands, dense emerald jungles, dramatic mountains, and cavernous mangrove forests combine to make a truly spectacular sight. Hotels in the area know how to play to these strengths.You’ll find decadent glitzy hotels and the usual family-friendly resorts, but also some more low-key options with rooms and villas that blend in and highlight the natural surroundings. Many hotels in Krabi pride themselves in being isolated and in allowing you to really get away from it all – several are even only accessible by traditional longtail boat.What is the most popular neighborhoods for gay travelers in Krabi? Krabi is a large region, so it can be hard to decide where to base yourself. There is no gay area (there is no dedicated gay nightlife at all) and only a couple of places with a strong nightlife. It’s up to you to decide whether you want a more secluded, relaxing experience or if you want to enjoy the social life of the busier hubs.All of the hotels on this list, however, are on mainland Krabi, and most are in and around the following three areas. Ao Nang, Railay and Krabi TownAo Nang is the central transport hub of Krabi, as well as the most developed beachside area. There are plenty of bars, restaurants, markets, and stores, but not too much that the beach feels completely taken over by tourism. Apart from Koh Phi Phi, it has the closest nightlife to the party vibe you get in other major Thai destinations. Because of its frequent boat services and good transport networks, this is the best place to stay if you plan to cover a lot of ground throughout Krabi.Railay – More upscale and quieter than Ao Nang, Railay has more of a relaxed atmosphere. It is made up of a beach in Railay West that connects with a more developed area in Railay East. There are bars and restaurants and a decent nightlife, but it’s considerably more laid-back than Ao Nang. It’s a particularly beautiful peninsula, with dramatic limestone formations, green mangrove forests, and stunning beaches.Krabi Town is the capital of Krabi, and it is perhaps one of the most authentic spots in the area. It’s very much a living, breathing Thai town, with plenty of great temples, markets, bars, and shops to explore. Few people spend their entire time in Krabi here (few people come to Krabi to stay away from the beaches and nature), but it’s worth a stop for a day or two.Tonsai Bay Resorthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYXqep6VwKQWhy we love it♥ Beautiful location on Tonsai Bay♥ Excellent climbing facilities, plus other adventure sports♥ Easy access to the nightlife of RailayTonsai Bay Resort is located on Tonsai Beach, a small and secluded stretch of sand north of Railay West. The hotel can only be reached by boat, which is about a 10-minute journey from Ao Nang Pier. This, combined with the spectacular scenery of Tonsai Bay, makes the resort a paradise for nature lovers and those who come to Krabi to get away from it all.You can choose between a Deluxe or Superior room or villa. The villas offer more space and privacy, especially the detached ones which sit at the foot of a cliff. The decor throughout the rooms is basic and a bit dated, but everything is clean and well maintained.There isn’t a gym, but you don’t really need one: the activities on offer will be enough to keep you fit. The bay’s cliffs are some of the most popular spots in Krabi for climbing, and the hotel rents out gear and offers classes. There is also kayaking, snorkeling, and diving, both in Tonsai and in neighboring Railay.During low tide, you can walk to Railay Beach along the shore. Overall, staying in Tonsai Bay allows you to enjoy all the bars and restaurants of more touristy Railay, while staying somewhere much more peaceful.Slumber Party at The Beach Hostelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4rJ9867fDYWhy we love it♥ All-out party vibe♥ Awesome daily activities and experiences♥ Clean, comfortable accommodationAs the name indicates, this hostel is part of a chain of hostels around Southeast Asia with a strong party vibe. Don’t come here if you want to relax, reconnect with nature, and get some well-deserved restful sleep. However, if you want to meet people and party hard in Ao Nang, this the place to be.The hostel hosts Krabi’s most infamous pub crawl, which is a good way to get to know the local nightlife (if you can remember anything the next day). During the day, they run awesome tours and activities, like a kayaking tour through the local mangrove forests and a jungle experience featuring hiking and a dip in hot spring waterfalls.There is a tendency for party hostels to be dirty and sleazy, a trend which Slumber Party completely avoids. Everything is kept perfectly clean, everyone is welcoming and friendly, and the facilities themselves are modern and comfortable. The bunk beds all have privacy curtains, plugs, and individual lockers.Hula Hula Resort Ao Nanghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-04m0KSgDcWhy we love it♥ Bright, fun, tropical decor♥ Excellent facilities all-round♥ Large, pleasant rooms with big windowsLocated among bright green jungle greenery and featuring fun, colorful decor with a tropical theme, Hula Hula resort is very easy on the eyes. There are traditional touches throughout, but it manages to feel like a fresh and unique take on the typical Thai resort, with a sustainable green ethos and a focus on holistic wellbeing.The rooms are decorated in tones of minimalist white, with pops of bright color and large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden, pool, sea, or mountains. All of them are very spacious and impeccably clean, with a private terrace and all the basic amenities. The rooms on the ground floor with direct access to the pool are particularly handy for sunbathers, while couples will love the romantic or private pool villas.All of the facilities are of a high standard, including an airy and well-equipped gym and four outdoor swimming pools. The Happy Restaurant serves authentic Thai food as well as some international options, and there is also a pleasant breakfast space, pool bar, and a barbecue grill serving the freshest Andaman seafood.The resort is located approximately a 20-minute walk from both Ao Nang and Noppharat Thara beaches. This places you close to Krabi’s biggest nightlife hub, as well as being well-positioned for day tours and island hopping.The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resorthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRU3k3UFVK0Why we love it♥ Beachfront, stunning decor & landscaping♥ Above-and-beyond levels of service♥ Perfect for a romantic getawayThe Tubkaak Krabi is a gorgeously designed resort located near quiet Tubkaak Beach. This location is far removed from most of Krabi’s more commercial resort areas, meaning you truly get a feeling of peace and quiet when staying here. The hotel has won several awards for its design and romantic feel, so this is definitely one to discover with a significant other.All the rooms are decorated with a contemporary take on traditional Thai design, and they all have an outdoor bathtub that is perfect for soaking under the stars after a long day of beach activities. The villas are even more romantic, with your own private pool and, in some cases, direct beachfront access.The resort is dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience. This is felt from your arrival, where you are welcomed with fresh fruit, cold towels, and a drink. The staff take pride in their work and are exceptionally friendly and helpful.Facilities include a beautiful spa, a library, a gift shop stocking authentic artisan items from throughout Thailand, and a small but well-equipped gym. Complimentary kayaks and paddle boards are available on the beach, and the daily breakfast has an excellent selection of Western and Asian dishes.Railay Princess Resort & Spahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt8THFgwqYIWhy we love it♥ Truly makes the most of the surrounding natural beauty♥ Remote and serene, yet with easy access to Railay♥ Next to Phra Nang Cave beachThis design at this resort is a blend of contemporary with traditional Thai, but it really lets the location do most of the talking. Railay Princess Resort & Spa is nestled among the lush greenery and dramatic cliffs of Krabi, which means that you can always see the nature surrounding you.The hotel sits on Railay East, a short 10-minute walk from Railay Beach. It sits right on one of the best and most picturesque beaches in the area, the lovely (yet often crowded) Phra Nang Cave beach. Overall, the area has a lively and relaxed atmosphere, with just enough development to keep things fun without getting too loud or sleazy.The rooms are all fairly spacious and feature basic modern decor. All of them have a good-sized terrace, which usually features some spectacular views. Everything is spotless and extremely comfortable, which is a testament to the resort’s friendly and efficient staff.The hotel spa is supremely pleasant, with open-air massage beds directly facing the beautiful nature of Railay. There is also a small fitness center (two cardio machines and a rack of weights) and a charming restaurant which also boasts great views. You can choose between two swimming pools, one of which benefits from a stunning position facing the sea.