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Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Point of interest
TV, books
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Porto, Porto
  • Livraria Lello
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Porto Historic Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Heart of Porto.At this Centro / Baixa apartment, you'll be steps from Livraria Lello and within a 15-minute walk of Ribeira Square. Jardim da Cordoaria and Clerigos Tower are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Livraria Lello - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clerigos Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Carmo Stop - 1 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adega Leonor - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cervejaria do Carmo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪7Eleven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subenshi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Confeitaria Primar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor

The sweetest apartment in town!
The Almond Biscuit apartment is on top of one of the oldest Pastry Shops in Porto Historic center - Primar Confectionery (1946) -, where you can have your breakfast included at the price.

It is also part of a restored building dated 1830, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage! It now a completely renovated apartment, keeping the beautiful architecture details that makes the building so special and unique.

Large, charming and sunny space with 50m2. A large bed room and a convertible sofa bed on the living room makes it a comfortable place for 2 where can accommodate 3. Big bathroom. Linen and bed sheets are provide. Kitchen with all the necessary equipment for cooking during a short stay.
Balcony where you can enjoy a fantastic view from one of the most beautiful squares in Porto city, either it's a sunny day or a typical Porto´s fog day!

It is a very central apartment with double glazing Windows but it is possible to have some noise, especially during weekends and city parties.

Free wifi.
Portable speaker that allows listening to music from smart phone, tablet and laptop.


The Almond Biscuit is a charming and beautiful apartment located in the heart of historic Porto city. From the balcony you can admire the famous Lions Square, Carmo Church and Carmelite Church and you can also spot the famous Lello Bookshop on your right. The Tower of Clerics and the Portuguese Center of Photography are on your backside.

The quartier is not only surround by monuments, but also great restaurants, shops and traditional grocery's. A few 5 minutes walking from the Arts quarter Miguel Bombarda and 2 minutes walking from the quarter Paris Galleries full of trendy bars and the heart of Porto night spot. During weekends the quarter is full of street markets where you can find a little of every thing!
You can also take a beautiful 20 minutes walking till the riverside - Ribeira.

Several buses stop, including tourist bus, are just across the street and 10 minutes walking distance from subway and train station Sao Bento.
Direct bus to airport.

Property manager

Elisa & Luís

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Permitido fumar na varanda.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 5622/AL

Property is also known as

Almond Biscuit Port Historic Center
Almond Biscuit Historic Center Harbor
Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor Porto
Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor Apartment
Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor Apartment Porto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor to the airport?

This apartment is 10 mi (37-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor to the beach?

This apartment is 7.4 mi (25-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 13.3 mi (26-min drive) from Espinho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor offer free breakfast?

Yes, this apartment offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor to downtown Porto?

This apartment is 0.7 mi away from Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória.

Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vic B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Intro to Porto

The only negatives were having to schlep our bags up three flights of stairs and the fact that the code was not properly programed to the door to the apartment requiring several trips up and down those stairs. All else was great.Hosts were gracious and the bakery an added treat! Location was terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Catherine JT

Great stay, highly recommended accommodation in Porto! The apartment was clean, well equipped, plenty of space for the two of us, amazing breakfast at Primar downstairs…but the location and view of Igreja do Carmo were the stars!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic Porto

Great property in a great location with a great breakfast. Apartment was a bit Spartan: cold when we arrived late at night and no pictures on the walls, but otherwise modern and well equipped. Luis was very helpful and the welcome cookies/ biscuits were much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

christine g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Central location close to everything

The apartment was spotless and well equipped. Great location to walk to all the sites. Only drawbacks were noisy college students very late at night due to university next store but it is a minor blio. Luis & Elisa were easy to communicate with and the breakfast included every morning in their restaurant downstairs was delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Get Away

We loved the Almond Biscuit apartment. It is right across the street from a beautiful church which was lovely to look at. The description said that there is a bed in the living room,if you are needing a bed for a third person contact the property manager ahead of time to request that one be placed in the until. It was a roll away cot but very comfortable. When we visited the bakery down stairs was closed for remodel which was said but didn't change how lovely the stay was. Getting to the shopping and restaurant areas as well as the waterfront is an easy walk from the apartment, but be prepared for some steep roads. The apartment had everything we needed and is in a perfect location to explore Porto. We would book the apartment again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Elisa and Luis are thoughtful hosts. Flat is exactly as described and even better IRL. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable and nice furniture. Excellent hosts with an amazing bakery! This was within walking distance to all the things we wanted to see so the location was perfect. We definitely recommend others to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Almond Biscuit

Excellent location and view of the historic “twin” churches. The only downside was the third floor of a building with high ceilings. We would strongly recommend a lower floor if you have substantial luggage or are more senior.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colman R., Galway, ireland

Liked: Cleanliness

Central, clean, bright, and friendly

Central, clean, and bright property, with helpful & friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zak L.

Liked: Cleanliness

DO NOT PASS THIS UP!!

My wife and I were stayed in this location for 4 days and 3 nights, and we wished it would've been at least double! Luis and Elisa were wonderful hosts, and they also run the pastry / food shop downstairs which was delicious. What an absolute gem this place was. The church across the street was lovely as well. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed apartment in fantastic location

We stayed for 11 days in the Almond Biscuit apartment. The apartment a very comfortable home base for our adventures in Porto. We would start off each day with a wonderful breakfast provided Confeitaria Primar. The Apartment is very well situated with lots of restaurants/bars in the immediate area. The rest of the city is a 15-20 minute walk away. I can't recommend this apartment enough. When we go back to Porto, we will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren P., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Apartment in a great location

The apartment was very nice and just as pictured. The church across the street was an amazing view. The unit is in a pastry shop which is downstairs, which is owned by the same people. The hosts were delightful!! Each morning you get to go down and have breakfast. Yum! We would not hesitate to stay here again, loved it. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal location

The apartment looks exactly as the pictures show. If you need an extra bed the owners are happy to provide a comfortable cot. We would definitely stay in the Almond Biscuit apartment again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W., Gainesville, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Perfect location with exceptional breakfast at the cafe on the premises. The hosts were friendly and accommodating . The apartment was roomy and well equipped with a very comfortable bed. We would recommend this VRBO to anyone traveling to Porto.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness

1month Stay

Property is in a great central location. We were able to walk to the bus and train station for day trips to Aviero, Braga, Matosinhos and Pinhao in the Douro Valley, which should not be missed. Luis and Elisa are wonderful hosts, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramu S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property, Elisa is a fantastic host. Staff at the bakery below are lovely as well. Very clean and convenient location close to all the major attractions. Would highly recommend during a visit to Porto!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Enjoyed very nice comfortable apartment in a location to explore by walking to riverfront churches parks restaurants walked over 7 miles one day you will be very comfortable and the breakfast is wonderful provided with apartment if you have a car be prepared to park underground and paid €25 per day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Flat above bakery

We really enjoyed the area. The flat was great. The building is lovely with a wide staircase. Being on the third floor with high ceilings means a heck of a lot of stairs, especially after going up and down hills. This is, of course, more of an issue when hauling suitcases. However, the flat does make-up for that. The only issue was that we were looking forward to having breakfast at the bakery each day and did not find out until just before we got there. They were kind enough to leave some food though, but it was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Everything is as advertised except the Murphy single bed has become a comfortable sofa…4 feet long…making it hard to have 3 people. VRBO ad should be changed. Otherwise, just excellent..clean, safe, well equipped. Easy for us to recommend to a couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie P., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem in a wonderful area

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. The view from our windows was amazing. There were so many options for dinners and as an added bonus breakfast was included in our stay. Breakfast was amazing and we enjoyed sitting outside on the Primar patio every morning with our coffee. The actual unit was beautiful with high ceilings and great features. Transit was just outside the front door and the tram stop was outside the back. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Picturesque Porto

The Almond Biscuit apartment was absolutely perfect, comfortable and truly picturesque with the balcony view of the church, the square and the bustling activity all around! The entrance stairs from the bakery to the third floor showcased the beauty of the restored interior; a unique entrance to our experience in Porto staying over the bakery Primar. It is a perfect location for staging walking trips around the city. Luis and Elisa are superb hosts and very attentive to the needs of the guests as they run their busy bakery. Treats, pastries and breakfast were yummy and the basket left at the door on Saturday night, a lovely breakfast picnic for Sunday! Looking forward to returning to Porto and staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The view!!

If you are looking for a perfect view, modern yet authentic, spotless and clean accommodation then I would highly recommended this place. Close to the attractions and hustle of the day, yet quiet at night. Absolutely lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C., Logan, Utah, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Almond Biscuit was a lovely apartment close to lots of things to see. It was quiet at night. The breakfast included each day was lovely and it was wonderful to have a place for a snack just below us .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023