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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only hostel near Sandeman Cellars

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Superior Room, River View | View from room
Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Superior Room, River View | City view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507
  • Sandeman Cellars
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 839 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 657 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 785 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Small Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Small Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 839 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vila Nova de Gaia

Santa Marinha stay.You'll be steps from Sandeman Cellars and within a 10-minute walk of Ribeira Square with a stay at this Santa Marinha hostel. Porto Cathedral and Town Hall Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Casa da Música - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
  • General Torres Station - 11 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Divino Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 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

3-star adults-only hostel near Sandeman Cellars
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at The House of Sandeman. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 3-star Vila Nova de Gaia hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1797
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The House of Sandeman offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Vila Nova de Gaia hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

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

  • No pets 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 per night.
  • 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 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

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
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
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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 871/16

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is The House of Sandeman to the airport?

The House of Sandeman is 14.6 mi (33-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The House of Sandeman on Sep 23, 2025 start from $243.49, 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.

Does The House of Sandeman have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The House of Sandeman.

How close is The House of Sandeman to the beach?

This hostel is 11.3 mi (31-min drive) from Espinho Beach and 5 mi (25-min drive) from Lavadores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The House of Sandeman offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The House of Sandeman, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 6 and 10 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The House of Sandeman?

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

What time is check-in at The House of Sandeman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The House of Sandeman?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The House of Sandeman have a pool?

The House of Sandeman does not have a pool.

Does The House of Sandeman have a restaurant?

The House of Sandeman is home to The George, which features Portuguese cuisine.

Does The House of Sandeman have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The House of Sandeman to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?

The House of Sandeman is 0.8 mi away from Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada.

The House of Sandeman Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 259 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john

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

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and bathrooms are very well kept and clean, the lounge is great and the staff is very kind. I recommend it to everyone who wants to travel in a hostel, it feels like a hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Behrouz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean comfortable with nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pooja, Cochrane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

A Unique and Fun Hotel

My husband and I loved this hotel. He is 87 and I am 75 so it might seem like an unusual choice for us. The check-in desk is on the 3rd floor and there is no elevator. But we were game for the climb. My husband went up first and we received a great Portuguese welcome. Young adults came down and carried our bags upstairs to our room for us. They refused to accept any tip for the service. Instead, we were treated like respected grandparents/aunt and uncle. Our room was beautifully clean and had an amazing view of Porto from the Vila Nova de Gaia side of the Rio Douro. When we were getting ready to leave the next morning, the staff was a bit concerned that we had not ordered a custom breakfast from their menu, and instead chose sliced fruit and their wonderful brown bread with butter, and coffee. (We were having a traditional Portuguese lunch with our daughter and her husband in the early afternoon and you know what that means!) When it was time to leave the hotel, young people again carried our bags downstairs, and once again, refused a tip for their service. We highly recommend this hotel for those who love something fun and different and can manage a stair climb for a wonderful view of Porto.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay in a safe area. The staff are really helpful and nice. The beds are large and comfortable. The breakfast is simple and buffet-style with some fresh items like eggs made to order. They offer 24/7 water and luggage storage. I hope to see more bins placed around (since the only one is in Kitchen). Overall a good stay, I recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff and service, chill and comfortable atmosphere, perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel l have stayed in. No negatives at all. Great location and views. Very welcoming and helpful staff. Comfortable and larger than average beds. Everywhere clean. Breakfast fabulous andvusevof kitchen facilities if needed. Would definitely recommend a stay here ..wish l could have stayed longer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Good location, service, value

Wonderful view over the Douro river. Central location for our port house wine touring. Made to order breakfast + additional buffet was satisfying. Bed was firm/hard, but this wasn’t a big issue for our one-night stay. We stayed in a private room - I believe this location has dorm/hostel rooms as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATSY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location in the heart of the port wine district and at the river boat moorings. Also has great tastings next door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gulseren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful great location excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deepak

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

Very nice hotel

Super friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed and location by the river
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are ourstanding. The suites have the best river views in the city! Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amerissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is beautiful and the location is amazing. Right outside the river with a nice view. Breakfast is simple but sufficient. Fresh squeezed orange juice! Beds are bigger. Will definitely stay here again if coming back to Porto!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J A

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

Clean and spacious hostel with great views

Beautiful place,perfectly situated. The staff are friendly and efficient. Breakfast is great (though the coffee included with breakfast isn't so good). My only suggestion would be to set the room temperature so guests can't tamper with it, one of the occupants cranked it up to sauna levels, which is neither customer nor eco-friendly. Otherwise, it was close to perfect and I'd stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great place to stay. The staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean and big bathrooms. Bed is comfortable and cosy. Good breakfast and nice view from the dining area. I enjoyed staying in such a historical property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hatem M

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

H,M

Very nice hostel clean room and nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ziyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very interesting and unique space. Gorgeous views, good breakfast and nice to have a welcome drink. I found the staff to be polite rather than friendly, and the bathrooms near the womens dorm less than clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christianne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heidie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, disliked the lady at the breakfast area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Louie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
52 steps from entrance to the lobby. All up!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Our favorite place in Porto/Gaia

We love the vibe and family feel. We stay in one of the hotel rooms but having the hostel is part of the charm. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great recommendations. And a view that goes on forever.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024