Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507
What's nearby
Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk
Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk
Dom Luis I Bridge - 9 min walk
Ribeira Square - 9 min walk
Porto Cathedral - 14 min walk
Getting around
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 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
Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau - Gaia - 2 min walk
Museu da Casa Sandeman - 1 min walk
Sandeman - The George - 1 min walk
Taberninha do Manel - 1 min walk
Restaurante Bacalhoeiro - 2 min walk
About this property
The House of Sandeman
The House of Sandeman offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit 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 travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Ribeira Station is 7 minutes and Jardim do Morro Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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 fridge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Public winery tours
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
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 curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The George – This restaurant specialises 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 checkout. 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
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 871/16
Also known as
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 that you 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 social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site 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?
Recommended spots to visit include Sandeman Cellars (1-min walk) and Ribeira Square (9-min walk), along with Porto Cathedral (14-min walk) and Town Hall Square (1.1 mi).
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.
The House of Sandeman Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
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
J A
J A, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
H,M
Very nice hostel clean room and nice area
Hatem M
Hatem M, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Ziyu
Ziyu, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 September 2024
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.
Stefanie
Stefanie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
christianne
christianne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 September 2024
Enjoyed my stay, disliked the lady at the breakfast area
Heidie
Heidie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2024
Sam
Sam, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
1 August 2024
52 steps from entrance to the lobby. All up!
Louie
Louie, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2024
Lovely hotel in Porto
Fantastic place to stay right on the river. Such amazing friendly staff. Highly recommend
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2024
I will definitely come back!! The staff members were really friendly. I have got a welcome drink on the first night which was really nice. Breakfast variety was plenty.
The design of the room reflects the winery itself. There is plenty of place to store things. The good thing is there is a door separate the bedding area and bathrooms. There is 4 bathrooms to share in a 14-bed dorm and i never need to wait for a second to use it.
Chloe Ka Kei
Chloe Ka Kei, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
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
Christina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2024
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
Noelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2024
Great hotel (clean & spacious), updated bathroom (in superior suite) and great staff in a great location. Excellent breakfast included with superior suite rate. The Sandeman truly is a gem!!
Felipe
Felipe, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 April 2024
Look no further
Great dormitory- best I’ve seen in 3 caminos . Nice breakfast , awesome lounge and bar .
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 April 2024
Great location, staff were very helpful and the room was very clean and tidy. Will be looking to stop there again!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
Cormac
Cormac, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 March 2024
In an interesting city center.
marina
marina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 March 2024
Really enjoyed our stay. The staff were all very helpful, the location great and our room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Lucy
Lucy, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 March 2024
Excellent rooms, facilities and location. Great value. Good breakfast.
Deepak
Deepak, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2024
Excellent service, very comfortable, good location, good value
Collin
Collin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 March 2024
Great property.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 February 2024
Definitely recommend
A really perfect place that I would stay at again and again. The value for money here is incredible, as it includes a great breakfast in the morning, great beds and showers and very friendly service. The loaction is amazing, walking distance to enjoy Porto and the staff are helpful with recommendations. I have been traveling around Europe for a while and will not soon forget my stay at this place.
Kirstin
Kirstin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 February 2024
Designer Quality Hostel
Fabulous views in a boutique hostel. Stunning design and spacious. Excited for my next stay here!
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4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2024
Wonderful experience
Riley
Riley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2023
My first time visiting Porto. It is a cute little town. Hotel was very nice and quiet. Welcoming, professional staff. I was traveling solo. Enjoyed my breakfast every morning😎.
There’s lots to do around there, wine tasting, shopping.. etc. If I ever find myself in Portugal/Porto again, I'll def be coming back here.
Thank you!