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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with restaurant, near Sandeman Cellars

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Superior Room, River View | City view
Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing
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In the heart of Porto, The House of Sandeman offers a warm welcome with a restaurant and bar. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace, connect to in-room WiFi, and enjoy bike rentals to explore Ribeira Square. Guests rave about the delicious breakfast and attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
The current price is £151
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)

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Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests)

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Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Guests)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 72.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Small Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Small Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Superior Room, River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 78.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507

What's nearby

  • Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casa da Música - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 33 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 11 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 16 min walk
  • Vila Nova de Gaia Station - 18 min walk
  • Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
  • Jardim do Morro Station - 9 min walk
  • Batalha-Guindais Stop - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau - Gaia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Museu da Casa Sandeman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sandeman - The George - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taberninha do Manel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bacalhoeiro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The House of Sandeman

The House of Sandeman offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The George, which serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Ribeira Station is 7 minutes and Jardim do Morro Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 16
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Public winery tours

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1797
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The George – This restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 871/16

Also known as

House Sandeman Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia
House Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia
The House of Sandeman Hostel & Suites Vila Nova de Gaia
House Sandeman Hostel
The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites
House Sandeman
House Sandeman Vila Nova Gaia
The House of Sandeman Hostel
The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites
The House of Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia
The House of Sandeman Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does The House of Sandeman offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The House of Sandeman does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The House of Sandeman?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The House of Sandeman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The House of Sandeman?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The House of Sandeman and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Sandeman Cellars (1-min walk) and Ribeira Square (9-min walk), along with Porto Cathedral (14-min walk) and Town Hall Square (1.1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The House of Sandeman?

Yes, The George offers Portuguese cuisine.

What's the area around The House of Sandeman like?

The House of Sandeman is located on the waterfront in Santa Marinha, a short 7-minute walk from Ribeira Station and 8 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center.

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The House of Sandeman Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, good, and fabulous with a variety of options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Super friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed and location by the river
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful view over the Douro river. Central location for our port house wine touring. Made to order breakfast + additional buffet was satisfying. Bed was firm/hard, but this wasn’t a big issue for our one-night stay. We stayed in a private room - I believe this location has dorm/hostel rooms as well.
1-night trip

10/10

Location and staff are amazing. Everything has so much thought. Beds are cozy
2-night trip

10/10

This hostel is beautiful and the location is amazing. Right outside the river with a nice view. Breakfast is simple but sufficient. Fresh squeezed orange juice! Beds are bigger. Will definitely stay here again if coming back to Porto!
3-night trip

10/10

It is a great place to stay. The staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean and big bathrooms. Bed is comfortable and cosy. Good breakfast and nice view from the dining area. I enjoyed staying in such a historical property.
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice hostel clean room and nice area
4-night trip

10/10

Great location, staff were very helpful and the room was very clean and tidy. Will be looking to stop there again!
2-night trip

8/10

Enjoyed my stay, disliked the lady at the breakfast area
1-night trip

10/10

Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent service, very comfortable, good location, good value
1-night trip

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay. The staff were all very helpful, the location great and our room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
4-night trip

10/10

Excellent rooms, facilities and location. Great value. Good breakfast.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful place,perfectly situated. The staff are friendly and efficient. Breakfast is great (though the coffee included with breakfast isn't so good). My only suggestion would be to set the room temperature so guests can't tamper with it, one of the occupants cranked it up to sauna levels, which is neither customer nor eco-friendly. Otherwise, it was close to perfect and I'd stay again
2-night trip

10/10

Great property.
1-night trip

8/10

A very interesting and unique space. Gorgeous views, good breakfast and nice to have a welcome drink. I found the staff to be polite rather than friendly, and the bathrooms near the womens dorm less than clean.
1-night trip

10/10

We love the vibe and family feel. We stay in one of the hotel rooms but having the hostel is part of the charm. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great recommendations. And a view that goes on forever.
8-night trip

10/10

In an interesting city center.
2-night trip

10/10

This is our second stay. We love the vibe and family feel. We stay in one of the hotel rooms but having the hostel is part of the charm. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great recommendations. And a view that goes on forever.
8-night trip

10/10

Fabulous views in a boutique hostel. Stunning design and spacious. Excited for my next stay here!
4-night trip

10/10

My husband and I loved this hotel. He is 87 and I am 75 so it might seem like an unusual choice for us. The check-in desk is on the 3rd floor and there is no elevator. But we were game for the climb. My husband went up first and we received a great Portuguese welcome. Young adults came down and carried our bags upstairs to our room for us. They refused to accept any tip for the service. Instead, we were treated like respected grandparents/aunt and uncle. Our room was beautifully clean and had an amazing view of Porto from the Vila Nova de Gaia side of the Rio Douro. When we were getting ready to leave the next morning, the staff was a bit concerned that we had not ordered a custom breakfast from their menu, and instead chose sliced fruit and their wonderful brown bread with butter, and coffee. (We were having a traditional Portuguese lunch with our daughter and her husband in the early afternoon and you know what that means!) When it was time to leave the hotel, young people again carried our bags downstairs, and once again, refused a tip for their service. We highly recommend this hotel for those who love something fun and different and can manage a stair climb for a wonderful view of Porto.
1-night trip

10/10

Great dormitory- best I’ve seen in 3 caminos . Nice breakfast , awesome lounge and bar .
1-night trip

10/10

Sandeman’s is the place to stay in Porto to experience this beautiful city! It’s a cool hip hostel that caters to pilgrims walking the Camiño de Santiago. Excellent!
2-night trip

10/10

Great hotel (clean & spacious), updated bathroom (in superior suite) and great staff in a great location. Excellent breakfast included with superior suite rate. The Sandeman truly is a gem!!
2-night trip

10/10

Amazing hostel, beautiful and well situated, staff and service convenient, breakfast included is good for the price we pay. I'll come go there for sure !

10/10

An exceptional place and service with lots of characters.
3-night trip