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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Superior Room, River View | City view
Reception
Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests) | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Guests) | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

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Small Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Small Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room, River View

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507

What's nearby

  • Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Casa da Música - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
  • General Torres Station - 11 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive

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

Hostel near Sandeman Cellars
Located close to Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral, The House of Sandeman provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 6 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The George

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1797
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 871/16

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

House Sandeman Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia
House Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia
The House of Sandeman Hostel & Suites Vila Nova de Gaia
House Sandeman Hostel
The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites
House Sandeman
House Sandeman Vila Nova Gaia
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

Is The House of Sandeman pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The House of Sandeman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The House of Sandeman?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The House of Sandeman located?

Located in Santa Marinha, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Sandeman Cellars and Ribeira Square. Porto Cathedral and Town Hall Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Ribeira Station is 7 minutes by foot and Jardim do Morro Station is 9 minutes.

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The House of Sandeman Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 244 reviews

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

Location is amazing, great value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Location is perfect, and the hostel is amazing. Great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Amazing place, amazing staff. Beds were amazing too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very clean comfortable with nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful great location excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Friendly, helpful staff and service, chill and comfortable atmosphere, perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Super friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed and location by the river
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Location in the heart of the port wine district and at the river boat moorings. Also has great tastings next door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Location and staff are amazing. Everything has so much thought. Beds are cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The staff are ourstanding. The suites have the best river views in the city! Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice hostel clean room and nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great location, staff were very helpful and the room was very clean and tidy. Will be looking to stop there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
View outside the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Enjoyed my stay, disliked the lady at the breakfast area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Excellent service, very comfortable, good location, good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay. The staff were all very helpful, the location great and our room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Excellent rooms, facilities and location. Great value. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Great property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024