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Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find a welcoming retreat in Porto's historic center with stunning room views, helpful service, and easy access to the famous Livraria Lello bookstore.

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Vila Galé Porto Ribeira captures Porto's historic center with elegant decor. Multilingual staff provides attentive service, and guests enjoy in-room WiFi. The inviting terrace is perfect to unwind, complemented by the hotel's convenient bar.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • River view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room

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  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, River View

  • River view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room (with Extra Bed 2+1)

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel is in Massarelos, a neighborhood in Porto. Clerigos Tower is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Bolhao Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Alfandega Congress Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Porto travel guide
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Caís das Pedras, 17, Porto, 4050-499

What's nearby

  • Crystal Palace Gardens
    Crystal Palace Gardens
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porto, Portugal - November 13, 2017: Lello Bookstore in Porto, considered to be one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world
    Livraria Lello
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ribeira Square
    Ribeira Square
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Portugal, Porto, Ribeira (Historic center)
    Porto Historic Center
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Alfandega Congress Center
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Igreja de Massarelos Stop
    2 min walk
  • General Torres Station
    4 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Antiqvvm
    6 min walk
  • Miradouro Ignez
    6 min walk
  • Borboleta
    9 min walk
  • Capa no Rio
    4 min walk
  • O Caseirinho
    1 min walk

About this property

Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel

Upscale hotel near Alfandega Congress Center
Located close to Livraria Lello and Clerigos Tower, Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel provides a terrace and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 67 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted

Frequently asked questions

Is Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 15.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel located?

Located in Massarelos, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alfandega Congress Center, Clerigos Tower, and Livraria Lello. Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral are also within 1 mi (2 km). Igreja de Massarelos Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Cais das Pedras Stop is 2 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 320 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast had a great selection. Dinner was slow and had to be by reservation. No availability until 9 for our first evening so we had to go to the supermarket for a sandwich.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and some Lisbon friends joined us and we ate dinner at the hotel and it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
view, breakfast, courtyard, full bar and restaurant, art work
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff all very pleasant and knowledgeable. Good breakfast options. Lovely rooms, spacious and very clean. Very convenient for the tram.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, a 20-minute walk from the center. We loved being in a quiet area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern hotel with beautiful river views!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very professional amd exceptional service. Very beautiful rooms and easy to get around by walking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience

Amazing! Great location, excellent food and service! If you're looking for somewhere quiet, but not too far from the main attractions then this is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well placed property by the river. Good restaurants nearby. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was a river facing room. The hotel had unique artwork everywhere and an offered a great breakfast. Our room was spacious, the staff was lovely and helpful. About 15 minute walk into the thick of the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
The property was pretty nice, the manager was questionable, and the location around the property was good because it was close to the city center, walking distance from the city center and near everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiassa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Porto was a brief stop on my way to walk the Camino. Vila Gale was a wonderful and unique hotel. The room was comfy and modern at the same time. The rooms are also themed which add an additional dimension. The staff very friendly and breakfast was utterly delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is quite a long walk to the main Ribera area, about a 20 minute walk for the fit person. The room was good but there was no hospitality tray (Tea/coffee etc). You had to ask for a kettle or a coffee pod machine, and I only found out about this by looking on the online information. However, when we visited there were no coffee pods in stock. Otherwise it is a very nice hotel with mainly friendly staff especially in the Reception area. The bar staff were not overly helpful. The breakfast was excellent with loads of choice of food and nice staff. There are some excellent restaurants very close by, away from the tourist areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and staff was nice but carpet in the hallways was very dirty and stained, and smelled bad.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Absolutely nothing wrong with the hotel, good value and helpful, staff were quiet good, in fact. Food was very average and the area a bit suspect. I was told not to leave anything valuable in the car which was left out the hotel overnight. The rating would be higher if I had not been there with a car.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Breakfast was nice. Cooling option was not available in our room. We were told AC availability was floor by floor rather than room by room. Felt like we were being put off. Privacy in bathroom is not good. Would not recommend to people traveling with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked that it is by the river. Our room had a view of the courtyard and we were gone for the majority of the day so view not important but it was nice if using dining area. The breakfast was adequate but they need to have coffee out all day since there is no coffee maker in rooms. One night they were busy in the dining room and the front desk person was working in the restaurant so has to wait to speak to her...they seemed to be short on employees but maybe they were just busier than usual in the restaurant that night. Our room was a good size, comfortable beds, efficient air conditioning when working. Plenty of hot water and good water pressure. Our last night it wasn't working but within 20 minutes the problem was resolved. The shower door leaked but we just put extra towels down to soak up and let staff know when we checked out. Staff were all nice and helpful. We had a very early departure on last day and they arranged a taxi for us and had breakfast boxes for us. The taxi driver was on time, professional and reasonably priced. It's only a 10-15 walk to all the action downtown. Overall, a nice place to stay at a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, cannot praise the staff enough. Spotlessly clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with s beautiful view. Perfect spot to stay, walking distance to great sightseeing destinations and local cafes and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with many cafes a very short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Zepur Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very good, walking distance to the major attractions. The tram for city tour passes in front of the hotel, and easy access to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel and nice breakfast ... few things I would have liked are coffee machine and iron in the room. Also the parking garage had very few spots and the approach to it was very steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, and the service in general excellent I will recommend 💯 %. If I will be back, I will stay there again. Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022