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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 | View from room
Superior Room, River View | City view
Terrace/patio
Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Lobby lounge
The House of Sandeman in central Porto offers a restaurant, bar, and terrace. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, bike rentals to explore nearby Ribeira Square, and a quality breakfast. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩305,733
₩332,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
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
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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
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
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room, River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

Superior Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
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 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

  • 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
  • ‪Uva By Calem - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sandeman - The George - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria S. Martino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Porto Cruz - ‬1 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 front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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

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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 30.0 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 30.0 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.

How much does it cost to stay at The House of Sandeman?

As of Sep 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The House of Sandeman on Oct 14, 2025 start from ₩305,733, excluding 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.

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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