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The House of Sandeman

Vila Nova de Gaia

The House of Sandeman is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, within the historic building of the Port Wine Cellars of Sandeman.

S
Shimaa
From
Egypt
great location by the river, nice staff, clean and large dorms with comfy facilities, they provide lockers, towels and toileters
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
Price from
£61.63
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Gaia Porto

Vila Nova de Gaia

Featuring a garden with panoramic views of Oporto, the Porto Gaia Hostel offers a seating area outdoors. This modern hostel is just 150 metres from Douro River and offers a shuttle service.

E
EVA
From
Luxembourg
Very clean and has access to all the restaurants with local cuisines
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,410 reviews
Price from
£44.75
1 night, 2 adults

Origami Porto Residência & Hostel

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, 1.3 km from Douro River, Origami Porto Residência & Hostel features views of the city.

A
Alan & Clare Wesson
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely fantastic - one of the best places we have ever stayed in. The host is a really nice, friendly and caring person, and stayed and chatted with us and another guest for ages while we were having breakfast. The room was lovely and the WiFi excellent (I needed it for work), but best of all was the breakfast, which was varied, generous and copious - and as an added bonus the host went out specially to get fresh bread. In fact I ought to explain, in response to people who have said they didn't like the breakfast being available from a fixed time, that this is because that is when the bakery opens!! I don't mind waiting a few minutes for my breakfast if the reward is fresh, warm bread! The apartment is also close to the centre of Porto and the amazing bridge over the Douro river - a 15-minute walk or a 3-minute cheap tram ride. It is in a residential block with an underground car park, which was great because we had a rental car and didn't want it to get damaged by being parked on the street. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Porto (and I hope we do!). Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 624 reviews
Price from
£39.06
1 night, 2 adults

Douro Surf Hostel

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, 1.1 km from Douro River, Douro Surf Hostel features views of the city.

A
Anita
From
France
Very nice big shared room, spacious. Nice style, lots of wood. Good bathrooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
£41.39
1 night, 2 adults

Douro Garden - Authentic Portuguese Guesthouse

Vila Nova de Gaia

Set within 1.3 km of Douro River and 3.1 km of Ageas Porto Coliseum, Douro Garden - Authentic Portuguese Guesthouse offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Vila Nova de Gaia.

A
Alain Christel
From
Belgium
Great location, not expensive, yet cosy and clean, more importantly very available staff. The staff also has a long list of things to see, shops and restaurants nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews
Price from
£59.72
1 night, 2 adults

Casinhas no Carolina - Hostel

Porto (Near Vila Nova de Gaia)

Set in Porto, Casinhas no Carolina - Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

E
Eduardo
From
Norway
Rooms are beautifully decorated, there i nice living room with all the comfort we need as a traveler. The breakfast is amazing and you can take with a view to the garden. On top of that it’s placed on a short distance to the Subway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,080 reviews
Price from
£70.31
1 night, 2 adults

Rivoli Cinema Hostel

Porto (Near Vila Nova de Gaia)

This hostel is located in the historical Aliados area in downtown Porto, in a restored 1930’s Art Deco building. It is 300 metres from the Porto Train Station and includes free Wi-Fi for all guests.

Z
Zdenny89
From
Czech Republic
Staff always nice and helpful, location right in the middle od everything, comfy bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,389 reviews
Price from
£46.77
1 night, 2 adults

Gallery Hostel

Porto (Near Vila Nova de Gaia)

Set in a 19th-century building, Gallery Hostel offers a modern, recently renovated air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

S
Shook Min
From
Denmark
The location is incredibly convenient, with a bus stop right outside for easy airport access. The ensuite bathroom and shower facilities are well thought out, featuring two separate units each, which is a real plus for a 6-person dorm room. The beds are remarkably comfortable, and I appreciated the daily housekeeping service – a rarity for hostels. They even provided me with a fresh towel after my second night! The staff here is truly exceptional; they're always ready to answer any questions you might have, but they respect your privacy unless you reach out, which I really appreciate. I've seen some reviews mentioning bunkmates, but it's worth noting that the hostel can't control who their paying customers are. After all, everyone has a right to stay here. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2,934 reviews
Price from
£72.13
1 night, 2 adults

Queen's Garden Hostel

Porto (Near Vila Nova de Gaia)

Located in Porto and with Music House reachable within 2.6 km, Queen's Garden Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

M
Mehdi
From
France
Small hostel with a Big garden. Dorm was spacious. Good breakfast with reasonable price. Not in the center but not far by cab or bus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
£52.08
1 night, 2 adults

Onefam Ribeira

Porto (Near Vila Nova de Gaia)

Onefam Ribeira is attractively situated in the centre of Porto, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

M
Moudden
From
France
Location, activities, services provided, confort
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews
Price from
£65.92
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews

    Onefam Ribeira is attractively situated in the centre of Porto, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,084 reviews

    Best Guest Porto Hostel is located in a renovated building in the historical centre of Porto, part of the UNESCO World Heritage area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews

    Located in the historical Aliados area, Nice Way Porto Hostel offers accommodation in downtown Porto, a 3-minute walk from the São Bento Train Station.

  • Canvas Atelier Hostel

    Bonfim, Porto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Canvas Atelier Hostel is set in the centre of Porto, 700 metres from Ageas Porto Coliseum.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,389 reviews

    This hostel is located in the historical Aliados area in downtown Porto, in a restored 1930’s Art Deco building. It is 300 metres from the Porto Train Station and includes free Wi-Fi for all guests.

  • Porto Hostel Cúpula

    Bonfim, Porto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,403 reviews

    Set in Porto and within 1 km of Campanha Train Station, Porto Hostel Cúpula features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • O2 Hostel

    Bonfim, Porto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,898 reviews

    O2 Hostel is a newly-opened unit in Porto, set in a renovated centenary building. The eco-friendly property is base around environmental sustainability and is a 7-minute from central Aliados Avenue.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,100 reviews

    Ideally set in the União de Freguesias do Centro district of Porto, Change The World Hostels - Porto - Santa Catarina is situated 700 metres from Sao Bento Train Station, 700 metres from Sao Bento...

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    In a prime location in the União de Freguesias do Centro district of Porto, Pilar Hostel - Rua de Santa Catarina - Porto is located 400 metres from Sao Bento Train Station, 1 km from Ribeira Square...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,654 reviews

    Located in a recently restored building from the 1940’s, the CoolHostel is 100 metres from the picturesque Bolhão Market. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property.

  • Hostel Astronauta

    Bonfim, Porto
    No credit card needed

    Situated in Porto, 700 metres from Ageas Porto Coliseum, Hostel Astronauta features views of the city.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

    Attractively located in the União de Freguesias do Centro district of Porto, Travel & Live Nature is situated 700 metres from Sao Bento Train Station, 700 metres from Sao Bento Metro Station and 1.4...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

    The Happy Porto Hostel & Apartments is located in the heart of historic Porto and offers privileged views over the Douro River.

  • Sweet Swell

    Bonfim, Porto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of Porto, Sweet Swell features free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Set in the União de Freguesias do Centro district of Porto, Live Oporto Rooms features a garden. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Cozy Nest

    Bonfim, Porto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

    Located in Porto and with Campanha Train Station reachable within less than 1 km, Cozy Nest provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Hostels that guests love in Vila Nova de Gaia

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
    The best hostel I have ever been. Everything was great: bedroom, location, breakfast, staff... I definitely recommend it to everyone going to Porto!
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
    •Great location (right next to the river, metro stop close by even if after a bit of a climb) •Amazing staff •Comfy beds •Safe space for solo travelers •OK breakfast (small variety but tasty and can order and pay for cooked breakfast items) •Can leave luggage after check out to pick up later •Great view out of the common room
    Guest review by
    Viktoriya Velikova
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
    This place was the best hostel for the same price i paid in other cities. I have been to 5 hostels during this trip in Spain and Portugal. Team is great. Unfortunatelly i didn't ask the name of the gentlemen at the reception but he is very accommodative and valuable Sandeman teammember. All speak English very well which makes communication simple and clear. Very picturesque view from dining room window and atmosphere is relaxing and calming. They have welcome drink, also tea time for free. Breakfast is great!
    Guest review by
    Dinara
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
    This is the best hostel i have been to. And i have done two interrail trips around Europe, probably visiting at least 30+ hostels. The location is wonderful, everybody in the staff is super nice, they have all the things you need at a good backpacker hostel, great breakfast and great dinners at affordable prices.
    Guest review by
    Isak
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
    I loved everything about this hostel. Top location (right next to Cais de Gaia), super friendly hosts (Dina and Eduarda were helpful and gave me amazing tips on what to visit in Gaia and Porto), the dormitory was warm and very clean, the pressure of the showers was great. The vibe is a thing, you meet super cool people. I truly loved the experience.
    Guest review by
    marianamfcastro
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews
    Everything Best hostel ever in every way. Thanks!
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Solo traveller

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