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The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Porto Historic Center, connected to a rail/subway station in Porto

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Suite, Private Bathroom, River View | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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R. de São João 40, Porto, Porto, 4050-553
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Porto Historic Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (12 pax)

  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (8 pax)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Private Bathroom (1 bed in a 8 Bed-Dorm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in shared 12-mixed dorm with private bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Shared dormitory of 10, mixed, with a private bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (1 bed in a 6 Bed-Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in shared 6-female dorm with private bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (6 pax)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Suite, Private Bathroom, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (1 bed in a 8 Bed-Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (10 pax)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Centro / Baixa stay.A stay at this Centro / Baixa hostel places you steps from Ribeira Square and a 5-minute walk from Porto Historic Center. Palacio das Artes and Duoro River are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ribeira Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clerigos Tower - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Livraria Lello - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ribeira Station - 4 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 7 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sagardi Porto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lapin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Wine Box - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Botequim da Ribeira - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tapas 65 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel

Hostel near Porto Historic Center, connected to a rail/subway station in Porto
As a guest of The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. A complete renovation of The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel was completed in April 2022.

This Porto hostel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel offers 22 accommodations with air conditioning. This Porto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets 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

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Central House Ribeira
The Central House Porto Ribeira
The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel Porto

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel to the airport?

The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel is 13.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel.

How close is The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 16.7 mi (33-min drive) from Espinho Beach and 3.6 mi (7-min drive) from Carneiro Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel?

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

What time is check-in at The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel have a pool?

The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel to downtown Porto?

The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel is 1.1 mi away from Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória.

The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juliani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved my stay! I’d come back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kemper

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

Awkward sink arrangement but great otherwise.

I really loved the location and comfort of the hostel but the design is difficult and inconvenient in that the sinks are in the actual sleeping area. That makes it impossible to brush your teeth and shave etc in the morning because you feel very self-conscious about the noise you are making for late sleepers. Other than that, it was a lovely place, but that one thing may keep me from returning when I come back to Porto. I did go to the lobby and use that restroom to brush my teeth and shave.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel was great! The employees were awesome! Mostly the ones at the breakfast, they were always willing to help no matter how busy they were.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breakfast time.......please read comments

Breakfast was great but late. 8.00 am breakfast start was very contentious. I stayed 3 nights and on my first breakfast morning there was a queue for coffee at 8.00 am. Maybe 15 people in the queue at least. On my last morning the lady in charge opened the breakfast hall 20 minutes early because 2 Portuguese ladies had requested this yet I had on my first morning and she refused. When i questioned her about the differing policy with Portuguese people she simply asked to see my breakfast ID card. Nobody else in the 3 mornings where I had been present had anyone beenasked for their card so anybody could walk in and have a free breakfast. Her colleague stands at the bar and is on her phone. I'm not sure what her role is. Scrambled egg came out cold on third morning and later than the rest of the food. The pastel de natas were burnt on the last breakfast too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfeito / Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, lamoine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the heart of old Porto. Great food and history! Unbelievable great view from room!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere, Is Amazing !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is easily one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at. The rooms were clean, modern, and comfortable. It was very big, more hotel vibes, so not the most social hostel and a place to meet people, but still worth the stay. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place. Staff super kind and helpful, rooms are clean and spacious. Breakfast was delicious. Perfect location near the river. Would come stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Exceptional

The location is amazing. The staff was perfect amd extremely nice, nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Love central house Porto!!!

Best stay at any hostel I’ve ever had. Loved this place sooo much I would never consider staying anywhere else!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Yocasta

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the property location.

8/10 Good

Theresa, Kent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kwame Yirenkyi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Good hotel, good workers, good food, everything is perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When all 8 beds in dorm are full it gets a little crowded. Most guests checked out within a day or two… Shower and toilet within a pretty small space and water was getting onto the floor in front of toilet. Sinks for getting ready are open concept and right on the way out so a little awkward. Other than those things it was a good experience and a pretty good spot to meet other travellers. Staff was always friendly and helpful! Right near the Douro river so lots to see and do plus many photo opportunities!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ishara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is located near the river which is nice. This is usually a pretty active area at night so it can be a bit noisy till late night. Close to the metro station (about 10 mins walk) but Porto has a very uneven landscape so be prepared for an uphill climb. The room was spacious and nice. What I really liked was the fact that the room and shower/toilet were in physically separated unlike most hostels in Portugal/Spain. So it's less disturbing if you are in sleep when someone else uses the toilet/shower. There are a lot of restaurants and cafes around so you never run out of options for food. I had a bit of an issue at the reception as they charged me twice for the stay. The full amount has already been paid before my check-in but after my check-out they charged on my card again without notifying me (only received the bank notification). However, they eventually processed a refund but it took more than 3 days for me to receive money which wasn't great (I was already on the last day of my trip when I received the money back so I essentially had to top up my card again due to no fault of my own). This could have been avoided easily if they checked before charging my card again. There's no kitchen onsite to even get some water/refill a water bottle which is a bit of a let down. No free luggage storage. They have lockers for which you have to pay extra.