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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with restaurant, near Sandeman Cellars

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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

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

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)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
The current price is £83
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cosy Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Cosy Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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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
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 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

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

  • ‪WOW (World of Wine) Porto - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caves Cálem - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Uva By Calem - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mareantes do Rio Douro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The House of Sandeman

The House of Sandeman puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Sandeman Cellars 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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
  • Bike rentals nearby

Services

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

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
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

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

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

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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Reviews

The House of Sandeman Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently great, with many guests praising its quality and variety. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, unique and comfy beds, excellent breakfast, and enjoyable atmosphere
Sue, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great return stay in their private rooms. Great views of water and convenient to restaurants. We will return!
Moki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely be coming back here. My first hostel I’ve ever stayed in and the views were amazing and staff was so friendly and welcoming.
Asia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

cozy staying with awesome view aound river
Jaewoong, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great breakfast!
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property and staff were great
Kathy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Chill vibe, helpful team
Jeff, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The riverview room are very good. Staff are friendly and breakfast is great.
Stanley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay at Sandeman. Room was really lovely, view across the river gorgeous, shower brilliant. Nice location and loved the lounge area. Staff I interacted with were also very lovely.
Sian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is amazing, great value for money
Vittorio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay! The staff was great, especially the staff with blonde-ish white hair, they truly made the whole stay very comfortable. This has been my favourite hostel I’ve ever stayed at and the wine was fantastic :)
Nancy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and run by some really lovely people. Great breakfast and stylish rooms. Quite a few steps up to room and reception, but then there don't seem to be many accessible options in Porto/Gaia.
sophie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was by far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! The staff were incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, and the facilities were spotless and beautifully designed. I’ll absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to friends and family. Thank you for a wonderful, albeit short, experience!
Kristopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great experience by staying in Sandeman hostel. Next time I guess I’ll book one room instead of share dorm room because some people are not ready for share dorm rooms!
Ebubekir, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I was pleasantly suprised, this was a really good hostel. Great location, clean, safe, you actually get enough space to yourself without feeling invaded. I got the 1 bed in 7bedroom space. Definitely worth your money. The only downside is the breakfast is a bit limited, but you can always order and pay for more options
Judith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is perfect, and the hostel is amazing. Great value for money
Vittorio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful great location excellent
Gulseren, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place, amazing staff. Beds were amazing too!
Danilo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean comfortable with nice staff.
Behrouz, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel

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

10/10 Exceptional

Best views of Porto

Excellent location with the best views of Porto from our room. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Our breakfast was excellent. The hotel has a wine cellar for tours, it also offers tours and other services (at discounted rates). I'd definitely stay again if back in Porto.
umesh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great!
SHOMA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful staff and service, chill and comfortable atmosphere, perfect location.
Marissa, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms and bathrooms are very well kept and clean, the lounge is great and the staff is very kind. I recommend it to everyone who wants to travel in a hostel, it feels like a hotel!
Justine, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice and clean. Perfect location.
Petter, 3-night trip