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Gaia-Porto Hostel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel in Vila Nova de Gaia with a rooftop terrace

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Property grounds
Down duvets, individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Rua Cândido dos Reis, N 374-376, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400-078
  • Sandeman Cellars
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Gaia Cable Car
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Dom Luis I Bridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Suite

Basic Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

Gaia-Porto Hostel places you in the centre of Vila Nova de Gaia, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a library. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Santa Marinha hostel include Porto Cathedral and Clerigos Tower.
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What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ribeira Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Porto City Hall - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Livraria Lello - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • General Torres Station - 6 min walk
  • Jardim do Morro Station - 9 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WOW Porto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Três Séculos - Caves Taylor's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Yeatman - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Italia - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Angel’s Share - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Gaia-Porto Hostel

Riverfront hostel in Vila Nova de Gaia with a rooftop terrace
As a guest of Gaia-Porto Hostel, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Gaia-Porto Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Vila Nova de Gaia hostel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gaia-Porto Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate dining areas. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 5.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (return)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 19560/AL.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Gaia-Porto Hostel
Hostel Gaia-Porto
Gaia Porto Hostel Portugal/Vila Nova De Gaia
Gaia-Porto Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia
Gaia Porto Hostel
Gaia-Porto Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia
Gaia-Porto Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gaia-Porto Hostel?

The closest beach to Gaia-Porto Hostel is Matosinhos Beach (8.6 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Gaia-Porto Hostel?

As of 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaia-Porto Hostel on 7 Mar 2025 start from NZ$86.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gaia-Porto Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gaia-Porto Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gaia-Porto Hostel?

Check-in begins at 8:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gaia-Porto Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gaia-Porto Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chantry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, owner is super nice, knowledgeable and helpful. Place is just a 10 minute walk to the main area of Gaia and Porto, so its quiet, but also convenient. I got a private room in this hostel, but I'm sure a dorm room would've been fine. Free breakfast every morning and owner offers recommendations or engaging conversations about Portugal and Porto. They did my laundry for 10 euros too, which was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugeniusz

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great affordable friendly place to stay.
This hostel is convenient to the Gaia port, restaurants and cruise ship terminal. Easy walk to Porto. There is a steep hill from the port and 34 steps up to our suite on the first floor. We learned from our first night to close the double glazed window to eliminate the rumble of tyres on the cobblestone road. Our hosts and their staff were very friendly and accomodating to all our enquires including a reasonable priced shuttle to the airport. Be warned there are two identical addresses in Gaia 30 kms apart so make sure your driver takes you to the one near the port.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A real find. Wonderful staff and nice room.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The private room was nice. Had lots of space. Staff were friendly and breakfast was good. Within walking distance to the river for things like dinner. A bit further to the centre of Porto but easily doable by public transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

' Taynã

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dimitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel to be.
Overall I was very happy, very clean and cozy, I will go back if get to Porto. Thanks João.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The host of Gaia Porto Hostel is incredible helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great host, would stay again.
Perfect location to enjoy porto and learn about the history of the old town and it's port wine production. The hostel is in a traditional street that leads down to the water with great views. Portuguese owned with modern hostel facilities in a beautiful old building, very clean and very welcoming. I wouldn't stay anywhere else!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You must come to this hostel when you visit Porto
I really love this hostel and I'm treated as a family member. The tour recommendation is great and makes me know this city more. I also went to the "hostel recommend" restaurants and the food is delicious

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel in Gaia area for Port tasting
Location of hostel is fantastic. Within 10 minutes walk to riverfront and several Port wineries. Gustavo Joao Marta, aka Joao, was the consummate host. He gave us some great tips on off-the-beaten-path things (e.g. Where to get a good authentic Franchesinha). His welcoming white port with an orange cake was a great welcoming touch. And at our breakfast every morning we had a chance to sample a different cake (no port though, ha ha). One suggestion for Joao would be to include hard boiled eggs as a breakfast choice. Everything else was up to par. The most challenging thing about the hostel is the stairs. Joao did everything in his power to take care of this. Didn't have to lug up our several pieces of luggage. My 86 year old mother-in-law also managed the twelve steps to her private room with a shared bathroom for several nights. Our private room was another couple of dozen steps up on the second floor with a private bath. Helped us work off all that rich Portuguese food and Port. Hospitality and morning visits with the guests were delightful. This will be one place We would come back to.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magnificent Stay!
João was a phenomenal host. He was so welcoming and friendly. This was a perfect place to stay as a solo traveller looking for friends and a clean safe place to stay. A true example of how a hostel should be run.

8/10 Good

Or

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and cool hostel, amazing staff
Gaia hostel is located in the beautiful Ries street of V.N. de Gaia. The place has a cool styling and a worm staff. Joao, the owner, will help you with everything before you even asked :) We stayed in the douro suite and enjoyed our stay very much. And the staff even cleans it every day - somthing nice that usually hostels are not providing. The room had beautiful view and even fresh flowers! The lication is great, 5 min walk from the river and very quite. It is not in the center of the center in Porto, but in the quieter Gaia and we loved it.

10/10 Excellent

David, BARNSLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The friendliest hotel I have stayed in WONDERFUL X
THE BEST AND FRIENDLIEST HOTEL WE HAVE STAYED IN AND THE FAMILY WAS WONDERFUL WILL BE GOING THERE AGAIN

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnifique acceuil , super hébergements, confortable et tres bien situer. Le proprio est tres sympathique.il serve un super petit desjeuner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nipun

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent séjour
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA PILAR

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esta muy bien ubicado, el desayuno muy rico, lo que mas destaco es la amabilidad y la informacion que te brindan para lo que necesites las personas que lo regentan. Michas gracias
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023