Maria da Sé Historic House

3.0 star property
3-star Baroque guest house near Porto Cathedral

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Interior
Balcony view
Point of interest
Terrace/patio
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Rua da Bainharia, 74 - 76, Porto, Porto, 4050-082
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Livraria Lello
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

City Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Heart of Porto.A stay at this Centro / Baixa guesthouse places you steps from Porto Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Ribeira Square. Dom Luis I Bridge and Stock Exchange Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Porto Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clerigos Tower - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Livraria Lello - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Porto City Hall - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • São Bento Station - 4 min walk
  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 5 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castro - Atelier de Pastéis de Nata - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Mouzinho da Silveira 196 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mercearia das Flores - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantinho do Avillez Porto - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maria da Sé Historic House

3-star Baroque guest house near Porto Cathedral
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Maria da Sé Historic House.

This Baroque Porto guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1814
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Maria da Sé Historic House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Porto guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 13 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 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: approximately EUR 12.50 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 13 per day (1312 ft away)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 64308/AL

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Maria Muralha Historic House Guesthouse Porto
Maria Muralha Historic House Guesthouse
Maria Muralha Historic House Porto
ia Muralha Historic House o
Maria Da Se Historic House
Maria Muralha Historic House
Maria da Sé Historic House Porto
Maria da Sé Historic House Guesthouse
Maria da Sé Historic House Guesthouse Porto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maria da Sé Historic House to the airport?

Maria da Sé Historic House is 13.5 mi (29-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maria da Sé Historic House have an airport shuttle?

Maria da Sé Historic House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of EUR 30 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Maria da Sé Historic House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 13.7 mi (37-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 16.6 mi (37-min drive) from Espinho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Maria da Sé Historic House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Maria da Sé Historic House, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.50 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Maria da Sé Historic House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Casino Espinho (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Maria da Sé Historic House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Maria da Sé Historic House?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Maria da Sé Historic House have a pool?

Maria da Sé Historic House does not have a pool.

Does Maria da Sé Historic House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Maria da Sé Historic House to downtown Porto?

Maria da Sé Historic House is 1 mi away from Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória.

Maria da Sé Historic House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

SUSANNE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry-Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable stay. The historical house is very well kept and our room was clean. It is well located near the Cathedral and within walking distance of the waterfront. Marta, the host and our staff contact there, was most helpful, patient, gracious, and welcoming. She contacted us ahead of time more than once and sent us clear directions to the house from the train station via local train. We had an unexpected medical situation arise while there and she both advised us and made several calls on our behalf. The care and attention the staff gives their guests is rare. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are incredibly nice, friendly and helpful. The breakfast is excellent. The location is perfect for walking around Porto and Gaia.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff,very good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis

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

10/10 Excellent

Gillian Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent central location in city centre approx 5 mins from nearest metro stop. Clean and modern. Our room was small but had everything we needed for our 3 night stay. Welcome from Marta was above and beyond expectations. Not only did she introduce us to the guesthouse but supplied us with a drink of port and pastel da nata when we arrived ! she gave us an intro to the city highlights , supplied us with a map and even booked boat trip, tuk tuk ride and port cellar tour for us . She answered our questions during our stay in a friendly and efficient way. She is a great asset to her employer and the questhouse. Overall we could not have wanted more from our stay at this guesthouse and would fully recommend it for a short city break to Porto.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Wonderful host

We had an absolutely amazing stay! Maria is a wonderful host and was not only welcoming but also very helpful in making our trip to Porto so fantastic. The location was great and walking distance to everything including many nearby restaurants. We would definitely recommend this hotel!
View from our terrace
View from our terrace
Comfortable studio accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Salim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s all about location and this house was perfect. The host Maria was engaging and very knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful

A lovely place to stay in Porto. So convenient for the Cathedral and the river. Marta could not have been more helpful; booking parking in advance, offering invaluable advice on restaurants, sightseeing, transport etc. She helped us with luggage (we had a lot, as we are on the road for a month) and with laundry too. She even went to the trouble of researching our onward travel on our behalf.I cannot recommend this place more highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room, bathroom, for 1 or 2 people enough. Great location, in a historic area, very close to train station, old city and new!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Location and Warm Welcome

I had a wonderful stay! I was greeted warmly with port and a pastry and provided with information about what too see and do around town. Everyone was so lovely and nice and the accommodations were exactly what I was looking for! Very charming place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
personal attention, made me feel at home, modern though the bathroom is small (on fairness the room that I rented stated the bathroom was small). I really enjoyed the room, the staff, the location, everything was great. Just ensure you have the right map on how to reach the hotel prior to arrive (google maps dont help :) because do not show the irregularities of the terrain, nest way to get there is through the large avenue in front of the train station. Highly recommend the place if you are traveling light (as most boutique places, there is no lift).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Delicious breakfast. Good location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Superb clean and quiet guesthouse in the centre!

Great location near the front and all major attractions. Beautiful, clean guest house with great views and terrace over rooftops on top floor penthouse. Facilities to cook in if required but great voice of restaurants and cafes locally. The metro station is also round the corner. Greeted with Portuguese tarts and port and given lots of information and greeted with a smile and warmth. If you don’t like hotels and want to stay somewhere authentic with all modern facilities this is for you. Breakfast included in a vegetarian restaurant across the road. No veggies but no problem for us 👍
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent condition of room and interior; perfect location; dedicated and friendly owner and staff Note that there is no lift and, given that the Ribeira district itself is extremely hilly, you should like, or at least tolerate, some additional exercise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and attention, really comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

Two days in Porto

This lovely guesthouse is close to everything. Our hostess was equally lovely and helped us with navigation and ideas for things to do. We thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay in Porto.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome from the owner/hostess. We were greeted with a snack and drinks along with some city recommendations. Room was clean and cozy and property conveniently located. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor and lovely team who where very helpful & knowledgable Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Geat little friendly hotel, in good location.

Great stay in a great location. The room was super clean, and made up everyday. There is no specific parking for the hotel, but there is a public car park within about 5 mins walk. You can also park on the street nearby for free between 1900 and 0900 Monday to Friday and 1600-1100 at weekends. You can also park up for free about 10/15 mins walk, which is particularly good if you want to leave the car for a days exploration around Porto. We where provided with a map and shown to where certain locations and things are such as bars and restaurants. Directly next door to the hotel is a real locals bar, with true characters. If you want to mix with genuine Portuguese characters then please give this bar a try. Overall this is a great little hotel that I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019