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Gaia Residence

4.0 star property
Central aparthotel with a sauna connected to the convention center in Vila Nova de Gaia

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 87 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Duplex, 1 Bedroom

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bidet
  • 57 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, River View

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bidet
  • 57 sq m
  • Studio
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Rua Diogo Macedo, 220, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400-107

What's nearby

  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Clerigos Tower - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • João de Deus Station - 10 min walk
  • Vila Nova de Gaia Station - 12 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Belo Ponto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Café Mon Ami - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Novo Rumo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tradizionale - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gaia Residence

Central aparthotel with a sauna connected to the convention center in Vila Nova de Gaia
This smoke-free aparthotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite. Each apartment features free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. A minibar, an electric kettle, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Gaia Residence offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free crib

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Champagne service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 25; reservation required
  • Minibar
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Connected to a convention center
  • Connected to a rail/subway station
  • Connected to a shopping center
  • In the city center
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 108 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per person (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Spa fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 25
  • Facilities fee: EUR 15 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 4244

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Gaia Residence Aparthotel
Gaia Residence Vila Nova de Gaia
Apartamentos Turisticos Gaia Residence
Gaia Residence Aparthotel Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently asked questions

Does Gaia Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Gaia Residence pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gaia Residence?

Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

What time is check-in at Gaia Residence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gaia Residence?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gaia Residence provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 35 per person applies.

Where is Gaia Residence located?

Located in Mafamude, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dom Luis I Bridge and Duoro River. Porto Cathedral and Clerigos Tower are also within 3 mi (5 km). João de Deus Station is 10 minutes by foot and Câmara de Gaia Station is 12 minutes.

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Gaia Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 169 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

We had a great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Love coming to Porto, great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Beautiful Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Second time at this property. Friendly staff and good eating options. Lots of dining options nearby if you don’t want to eat at the hotel. Great cafes and supermarkets nearby within easy walking distance.
Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Hotel comfortabl3
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Good place to stay, would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Very good experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The staff was very friendly. Breakfast is amazing. I recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great stay. Huge apartment. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Super nice property and staff for our stay in Porto. While in the suburbs, short Uber trip to get into the action
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great hotel for a short or long stay. Very well situated, friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

It was very clean and big for the family. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Super spacious, clean and comfortable accomodation. The restaurant attached was the highlight, the meal and service was first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10

I thought it was closest to center.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Our home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

This property is located within the Holiday Inn. The rooms was large and updated. It had a full kitchen. It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Clean and safe .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Great stay for my family of five. Super nice and helpful staff. Few minutes from the Metro. Huge room, it’s actually the size of an apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

The rooms were gorgeous. Big and spacious, just as the pictures indicated. Staff were very friendly. The breakfast was a little disappointing though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Very pleaasent stay, brilliant breakfast nice clean room and very spacious. Staff 5 stars very welcoming, will return for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

Apartment was nice but kitchen was poorly equiped missing some basics. The swimming pool was extra charge
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

It was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Nice big room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Well situated. Clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023