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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with restaurant, near Sandeman Cellars

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Enjoy a peaceful city view from the comfort of your room, overlooking a serene body of water and the city skyline.
Explore historic waterfront charm with traditional buildings and scenic river views.
Cozy retreat with bunk beds, canopies, and a central light fixture.
Relax in a spacious interior with high ceilings and comfortable seating areas, perfect for unwinding or socializing.
Stroll through the archway to a scenic waterfront promenade with tables and chairs.
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 HK$1,194
HK$1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, nightstand, and table, surrounded by artwork and black wall lamps.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

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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Cozy retreat with bunk beds, canopies, and a central light fixture.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests)

Cozy retreat with bunk beds, a stone wall, and wicker lamps.

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Guests)

Cozy retreat with bunk beds, tables, and chairs, perfect for a group stay.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Small Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, framed botanical prints, and a desk for work.

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

View all photos for Superior Room, River View

Enjoy a city view from the large window, relax in the armchair, and watch your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV.

Superior Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)

Cozy retreat with bunk beds, canopies, and a central light fixture.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 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

9.4/10

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 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Everything was perfect. We stayed in a River View room and loved watching the sunset and Porto’s night lights right from our window — no need to go out to enjoy the view. The room was spotless and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful. If we visit beautiful Porto again, we’d definitely stay here again!
sangmi, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Great!!!!
Holger, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Very nice hotel

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

10/10 Excellent

Location in the heart of the port wine district and at the river boat moorings. Also has great tastings next door.
PATSY, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love it
frantz, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay in a safe area. The staff are really helpful and nice. The beds are large and comfortable. The breakfast is simple and buffet-style with some fresh items like eggs made to order. They offer 24/7 water and luggage storage. I hope to see more bins placed around (since the only one is in Kitchen). Overall a good stay, I recommend it.
Tanya, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location, service, value

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.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best hostel l have stayed in. No negatives at all. Great location and views. Very welcoming and helpful staff. Comfortable and larger than average beds. Everywhere clean. Breakfast fabulous andvusevof kitchen facilities if needed. Would definitely recommend a stay here ..wish l could have stayed longer
susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best hostel in the world..

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

10/10 Excellent

The staff are ourstanding. The suites have the best river views in the city! Close to everything!
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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!
Amerissa, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel in Porto

Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
View outside the hotel
Claudia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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