Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Dom Luis I Bridge

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Lobby
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 30 per person)
Point of interest
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Rua de Serpa Pinto 60, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400-307
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Livraria Lello
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room With River View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

Signature Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Classic King Guest Room With 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Twin, Guest Room, 2 Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Balcony King, Guest Room, 1 King, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Pool King, Guest Room, 1 King, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Balcony Twin, Guest Room, 2 Twin, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Pool Twin, Guest Room, 2 Twin, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Vila Nova de Gaia

Santa Marinha stay.Your stay at this Santa Marinha hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Dom Luis I Bridge and Ribeira Square. Porto Cathedral and Duoro River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Clerigos Tower - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Livraria Lello - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Vila Nova de Gaia Station - 11 min walk
  • Ribeira Station - 13 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilton Executive Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Dona Maria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Temple D’ouro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Natas d'Ouro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tasca Do Cais - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection

5-star luxury hotel near Dom Luis I Bridge
A winery is on site. Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 4 meeting rooms are available. The luxury Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection also features a terrace, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Vila Nova de Gaia hotel.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 49-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This Vila Nova de Gaia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 30 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces a smart-casual dress code during breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Restaurant Dona Maria. Flip-flops, athletic wear, beachwear, and hiking wear are prohibited regardless of age.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 continental breakfast: approximately EUR 30 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (328 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 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. 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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Property Registration Number 15.40.1/13422

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection to the airport?

Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection is 15.8 mi (32-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection?

As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection on Nov 9, 2025 start from $232.94, 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 Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection.

How close is Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (28-min drive) from Espinho Beach and 4.3 mi (21-min drive) from Lavadores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 30 for adults and EUR 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Espinho (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection?

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

Is there free parking at Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection have a pool?

Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?

Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection is 0.5 mi away from Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada.

Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 461 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Najet

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

Excellent hotel

Upscale and in meticulous condition. In Gaia region but loved the extra steps walking across the bridge to Porto. Put the view from Gaia side of Porto is picture perfect. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fab stay

Location was great, fantastic views over to Porto and a nice walk along the riverfront and over the bridge to reach Porto. Hotel lovely, clean, modern, cool and with all amenities. Staff were fabulous, friendly and helpful all but not stuffy. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonid, Mount Kisco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, food, location and service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean, pleasant staff, close proximity that most things
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rivka, Thornhill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the first moment of greeting to the last moment the people at the service give you excellent filling of welcome
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
I don’t enjoy leaving unflattering reviews, but our experience was so different than what I had expected (based on others’ reviews and the price point) that I’m sharing here. Issues: (1) By booking on Expedia, we were not only given the worst room (limited view, next to elevators, etc.) but were scolded by the reception staff for not booking directly with Marriott. We were also rudely dismissed when having inquired about a room change. (2) The bathrooms are not actually a separate (bath)room and are just a separate space in the bedroom. If you are traveling with someone, be prepared for no privacy regarding lights, sound, etc. (3) Dinner in the restaurant was just okay and way over-priced for what it was (though the service was pleasant). (4) Multiple times a day, there are huge tourist buses that drop off and pick up right outside the hotel, which means every time you come and go, you need to wade through dozens of tourists standing around the entrance. (5) Most of the attractions (churches, restaurants, cafes, shopping, tours, etc.) are on the other (city) side of the river, which means there’s a 25-35 minute walk each way, and even if you’re fit and healthy, there really is only one way across the river, so it’s the same trinket stands and tourist traps you pass by each time (and not a good use of time). Moreover, a taxi or Uber also takes 20+ minutes due to the traffic (congested by the tour buses and the limited number of bridges in/out of the city).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn a

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in Gaia, the quieter side of the river in Porto. Rooms are spacious and clean. Beautiful heated pool and deck overlooking the river. Great breakfast buffet. Close to many restaurants and port producers for those that wish to tour them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Upscale

The hotel made dinner reservations for us. Breakfast was great. We had two separate reservations and they accommodated us in one room. The staff was always friendl!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and top notch service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

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

Heaven on earth

This is in the top 5 best hotels I’ve ever visited! The facility is simply gorgeous. Due to the power outage in Portugal we had a lot of interaction with the staff, and they were incredibly supportive, kind, and friendly during the whole ordeal. Breakfast was amazing. I was sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of Porto and the river was sublime. The staff were so cordial and helpful. Food very good in restaurant. Loved Porto!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jagannatha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most incredible stay at this hotel and got engaged here, making it even more special. The staff were absolutely amazing – so attentive, kind, and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. We couldn’t recommend this hotel enough! The location is fantastic, close to everything, and the breakfast was delicious with plenty of choice. A truly unforgettable experience – thank you to all the team!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a phenomenal find, we were booked at the Se Catedral Tapestry hotel which was a disaster so took to Expedia to find another property. Luckily the Fonte De Gaia had availability and we headed on over. We were welcomed by Liliana & Patricia who are by far two of the best hotel team members we have encountered in all our years, they are a huge asset to the hotel, all team members were five star but these two ladies were 6 star and could not do enough to help us, thank you Liliana & Patricia
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed the exceptional customer service at the Forte de Gaia. All the staff were amazing! We had booked a second-class room without a bathtub or historic view, and on our arrival we found this room overlooked the decommissioned swimming pool area that was being renovated by busy builders. Someone had left a fruit basket in the room, but we were unsure if this was an 'extra' so we decided not to touch it. The hotel is close to riverboat cruise liners but quite a long way from most attractions, athough we enjoyed the extra walking. The lifts took some working out! Some didn't go to where you wanted them to but they were always rekiable! The view from the restuarant at breakfast time is spoiled by inoperative patio heaters and closed-up parasols. Otherwise, a pleasant stay at a relaxed hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great recommendations from Marta as to where to make the most of our visit in the town. Thank You
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In all respects exceptional, very thorough beautifully done I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Folsom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Was greeted with a welcome drink! Staff knew our names and went out of their way to make sure everything was to our liking. Made suggestions whenever I asked for recommendations. Best hotel experience we have ever had.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024