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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with restaurant, near Sandeman Cellars

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Superior Room, River View | View from room
Superior Room, River View | City view
Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing
In the heart of Porto, The House of Sandeman offers a warm welcome with a restaurant and bar. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace, connect to in-room WiFi, and enjoy bike rentals to explore Ribeira Square. Guests rave about the delicious breakfast and attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
$126 nightly
The total price is $140
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 839 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 839 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 785 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 657 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Small Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Small Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
In-room safe
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 431 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507

What's nearby

  • Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casa da Música - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 11 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 16 min walk
  • Vila Nova de Gaia Station - 18 min walk
  • Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
  • Jardim do Morro Station - 9 min walk
  • Batalha-Guindais Stop - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Caves Cálem - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Uva By Calem - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mareantes do Rio Douro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Porto Cruz - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The House of Sandeman

The House of Sandeman offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The George, which serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Ribeira Station is 7 minutes and Jardim do Morro Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 guest age is 16
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1797
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The George - This restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 871/16

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

Does The House of Sandeman offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The House of Sandeman 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.

Are pets allowed at The House of Sandeman?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The House of Sandeman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The House of Sandeman?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The House of Sandeman and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near The House of Sandeman?

Yes, The George offers Portuguese cuisine.

What's the area around The House of Sandeman like?

The House of Sandeman is located on the waterfront in Santa Marinha, a short 7-minute walk from Ribeira Station and 8 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center.

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Reviews

The House of Sandeman Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently great, with many guests praising its quality and variety. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

cozy staying with awesome view aound river
Jaewoong, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay at Sandeman. Room was really lovely, view across the river gorgeous, shower brilliant. Nice location and loved the lounge area. Staff I interacted with were also very lovely.
Sian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel

Super friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed and location by the river
Deepak, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love it
frantz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are ourstanding. The suites have the best river views in the city! Close to everything!
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in Porto

Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
View outside the hotel
Claudia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In an interesting city center.
marina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hostel, beautiful and well situated, staff and service convenient, breakfast included is good for the price we pay. I'll come go there for sure !

10/10 Exceptional

Sandeman’s is the place to stay in Porto to experience this beautiful city! It’s a cool hip hostel that caters to pilgrims walking the Camiño de Santiago. Excellent!
Christina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this Property! close to everything. Sandeman was clean, so cool to have a large patio in front of your hotel. I would stay here again.
Robert, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The views of Porto were better from that side of the river
MandT, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vintage stay goes well with vintage port wine

my first experience in a Hostel and it was excellent. Location was amazing, 100 yrd to the water taxi, 150 yds to the tram up to the bridge (easy walk over to historic district), many Restaurant and Port Cellars within walking distance. Our room was spacious and overlooking the Douro River (private bath). Service was very accommodating and helpful.
Norval, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

52 steps from entrance to the lobby. All up!
Louie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What an incredible stay!

Absolutely surpassed my expectations. I stayed in a suite and the room was nicer than most hotels for an incredible price. Outstanding view. Staff was friendly and remembered me every morning (tho I was only there 2 nites)! Breakfast was good and online ordering was easy. The record player and records were a great added touch. I did a tour of the cellars there as well and the hostel provided discount tickets. Such a great visit. I’d absolutely come back!
Noelle, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great place - shame about the noise levels

Unfortunately for us the stay was spoilt by the very loud music and noise from outside. When we checked in the Lady on reception said the bars etc would close at 9pm. It was still going on at 1am. I can only suggest an investment in double or triple glazing. Everything else was really good, our room and bed was comfortable and the bathroom clean and spacious.
Allison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Connected to a winery, this hostel is in a great location and is very atmospheric, simultaneously historic and modern. The beds were comfortable and clean, with a little more space between them than a typical hostel. During the day, the 2 private bathrooms were clean and dry. However, each time someone showered, water would overflow onto the bathroom floor and pool around the drain or the toilet. Then guests would enter the bathroom with shoes on, mixing dirt from their shoes with the pools of water, making muddy footprints, which is unappealing. The management should consider installing shower curtains or a 2 inch lip on the base of the shower to stop the overflow. Aside from that, loved this hostel and would highly recommend it.
Pamela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel stay

From start to finish my solo stay in a mixed dorm was a fantastic experience. Staff were very helpful as I turned up, booked me onto a local boat tour and even gave me a travel sewing kit as my short’s button decided to detach as I got to the hostel. Everything was super clean and the welcome drink was a nice touch, the bar/dining area has great views and the hostel is in a great location if you want to be in the thick of the bars/restaurants/port houses. There is a cheap dinner they did for guests, I didn’t partake as I had plans but sounded like it would be good. Additionally, guests get cheaper tours of their port house. Again, I didn’t partake as I had plans but will be keeping this in mind for next time. As you walk in the large mixed form using you key card to access, there are 4 modern and clean bathrooms. Towels are provided and just need to ask for fresh ones if you would like one. The bedroom itself have a series of high and low beds which are comfortable and have bedding with canopies on the side to give an element of privacy. There isn’t anyone sleeping directly above or below you. Each bed has a locker assigned which you set a code to lock, however, this may not be situated next to your bed depending on which one you are assigned. Breakfast was decent, nothing cooked but I did see some people get omelettes so maybe this is an option. There was fruit, bread and preserves, you got a croissant with cheese & ham, yogurt with granola, cereal, coffee/tea
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lækker høj standard på morgenmaden med friskpresset juice. Store flotte værelser med udsigt over floden. Smilende og servicemindede personaler.
Betina, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and run by some really lovely people. Great breakfast and stylish rooms. Quite a few steps up to room and reception, but then there don't seem to be many accessible options in Porto/Gaia.
sophie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantstisk

Det er et fantafisk sted at bo. Den fedeste beliggenhed midt mellem alle portvins husene med udsigt til floden.
Lasse Brandt, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best views of Porto

Excellent location with the best views of Porto from our room. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Our breakfast was excellent. The hotel has a wine cellar for tours, it also offers tours and other services (at discounted rates). I'd definitely stay again if back in Porto.
umesh, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Der manglede en elevator med så mange trapper
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

War alles super
Ronja, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!!!!
Holger, 3-night trip