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Novotel Porto Gaia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Porto Historic Center

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Breakfast served
Miscellaneous
Interior entrance
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Breakfast served
Located near Porto Historic Center, Novotel Porto Gaia is a haven for families and couples alike. Enjoy breakfast at the on-site restaurant, relax by one of the two outdoor pools or take in the scenery from the tranquil garden. With an arcade/game room and playground, kids will be entertained while you unwind with WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
$72 nightly
The total price is $82
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Water wonderland
Escape to this hotel's 2 outdoor pools with cozy pool loungers. The poolside bar awaits as kids splash in their own dedicated children's pool.
Flavorful food options
The hotel's restaurant and bar serve buffet breakfast with vegetarian and vegan choices. Dining options cater to various dietary preferences.
Sleep like royalty
Thick blackout drapes ensure complete darkness for perfect slumber. The minibar awaits for nightcaps, with 24-hour room service for midnight cravings.

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
14 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • 14 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
14 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 237 sq ft
  • 14 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lugar Das Chas, Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400

What's nearby

  • Casa da Música - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Livraria Lello - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ribeira Square - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 27 min drive
  • Coimbroes Station - 3 min drive
  • Valadares Station - 5 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 5 min drive
  • Ponte Arrábida Stop - 24 min walk
  • Bicalho Stop - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Central da Afurada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Casa Moreira - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪O Forninho Da Afurada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casa do Pescador - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Novotel Porto Gaia

Novotel Porto Gaia puts you within a 10-minute drive of Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 93 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • All guests, including children, must present a valid identity card or passport with photo, or equivalent document (such as a birth certificate) at check-in. Per property policy, minors younger than 18 who are not accompanied by their parents should present a notarized permission letter from a parent or guardian. Additional check-in policies apply.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Children aged 15 and younger eat free breakfast
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-cm LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to September

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 303

Also known as

Novotel Gaia
Novotel Gaia Porto
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Novotel Porto Gaia Hotel Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Porto Gaia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Porto Gaia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a 50% charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Novotel Porto Gaia?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Novotel Porto Gaia and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and an arcade. Novotel Porto Gaia also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Novotel Porto Gaia like?

Novotel Porto Gaia is a short 17-minute walk from University of Porto and 17 minutes' walk from Arrabida Shopping.

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