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
9.69.6 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 HK$1,036
HK$1,036
HK$1,140 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Room options
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Double Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Espresso maker
Desk
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
4 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
78 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
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Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507
What's nearby
Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Ribeira Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Porto Cathedral - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
Casa da Música - 11 min drive - 7.2 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 Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center. 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
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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
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
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 9 minutes' walk from Ribeira Square.
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The House of Sandeman Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 February 2025
Best hostel in the world..
Location and staff are amazing. Everything has so much thought. Beds are cozy
Romy
Romy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2024
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.
Suwen
Suwen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
H,M
Very nice hostel clean room and nice area
Hatem M
Hatem M, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 September 2024
Enjoyed my stay, disliked the lady at the breakfast area
Heidie
Heidie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
Clean and spacious hostel with great views
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
J A
J A, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2024
Lovely hotel in Porto
Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 April 2024
Great location, staff were very helpful and the room was very clean and tidy. Will be looking to stop there again!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 September 2024
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.
Stefanie
Stefanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2024
Excellent service, very comfortable, good location, good value
Collin
Collin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 March 2024
Really enjoyed our stay. The staff were all very helpful, the location great and our room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Lucy
Lucy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 March 2024
Excellent rooms, facilities and location. Great value. Good breakfast.
Deepak
Deepak, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 March 2024
Great property.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 March 2024
In an interesting city center.
marina
marina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 February 2024
Designer Quality Hostel
Fabulous views in a boutique hostel. Stunning design and spacious. Excited for my next stay here!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
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!
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 April 2024
Look no further
Great dormitory- best I’ve seen in 3 caminos . Nice breakfast , awesome lounge and bar .
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2024
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!!
Felipe
Felipe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2024
Wonderful experience
Riley
Riley, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
1 August 2024
52 steps from entrance to the lobby. All up!
Louie
Louie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 February 2024
Definitely recommend
A really perfect place that I would stay at again and again. The value for money here is incredible, as it includes a great breakfast in the morning, great beds and showers and very friendly service. The loaction is amazing, walking distance to enjoy Porto and the staff are helpful with recommendations. I have been traveling around Europe for a while and will not soon forget my stay at this place.
Kirstin
Kirstin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2023
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 !
Aurelie
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2022
Best hostel ever
An exceptional place and service with lots of characters.
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2023
Very unique and great experience!
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2023
Great accommodation well managed with friendly helpful staff. First class.
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2023
We had a wonderful stay at the House of Sandeman. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Only drawback was we had difficulty getting luggage up the many flights of steps.