Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto

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A balcony with two chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a building with a tower.
A hallway with wooden flooring leading to a bedroom with a bed and a nightstand.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and wooden cabinets.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a grid-like facade and balconies.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring leading to a bedroom.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to El Corte Inglés de Gaia

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto
  • Place, El Corte Inglés de Gaia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dom Luis I Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located in Mafamude, a neighbourhood in Vila Nova de Gaia, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. Porto Historic Center and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bolhao Market. Palacio das Artes and Crystal Palace Gardens are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto

What's nearby

  • El Corte Inglés de Gaia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sandeman Cellars - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Jardim do Morro Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • D. João II Station - 3 min walk
  • General Torres Station - 16 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Chinês Rosa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kirin Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪J'agora Cervejaria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Guará Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Excellent apartment in the center of Vila Nova de Gaia, 3 minutes from Porto located?

Located in Mafamude, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of El Corte Inglés de Gaia and Dom Luis I Bridge. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 2 miles (3 km). D. João II Station is only a 3-minute walk and João de Deus Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Location was great, close to groceries, restaurants, and Old Town.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Great location. Very close to Metro and supermarket. Great accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time Porto

Great location Great condo ,very clean Spent 3 weeks
Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2024
Thank you for your comments. I would like to know what I shall improve to deserve your 5 stars.😅
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apartment was fully stocked, kitchen and bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose this area instead of the old town. Glad we did. Local restaurants were great and the metro into Porto was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
I don’t understand why you gave us only 4 stars, when we usually get 5 stars from other costumers. Do you have any complain? Please inform. Your feedback would be very appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find. Ocean view

Great apartment. Delicious cafe steps away. Grocery and metro across the street.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little tricky to find, but we were glad when we did. Very convenient location, O Gato is a fabulously decadent place to eat. Plenty of room for my friends and I. it was a great place to live for a week, and we appreciated the full kitchen to cook meals during our stay. The mechanical shutters helped block out early morning light when we needed to recover from long travels. In short it was very clean, quiet, comfortable, and everything was in working order.
Balcony sunset
Balcony view
Hallway
Kitchen
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto vacay

Excellent location responsive owners and well appointed apartment. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good Porto in a storm

Excellent value .much ..bettter than a hotel.convenient for metro and supermarket.very comfortable beds.two bedrooms .for just us 2 no snoring problem.brilliant caffee 40 metres awayGato
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and convenient

Nice 15th floor older style apartment, with all the necessities including undercover parking. Right on the metro/tram line and across the bridge into central Porto. Friendly/non touristy area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent value

Title says it all
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location, large apt

Close to metro, across from grocery store, great view, comfy bed, heating system good in February.Well stocked kitchen, appliances a little old, microwave needs replacing.Agent on hand to greet and available for any questions. Overall good quality price accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

too comfortable to leave

The apartment was everything we wanted it to be. The host greeted us and was very helpful. The location is perfect for the Metro and stores. The beds were comfortable, quality linens, and the rooms can darken for sleeping. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking. We hope to return to stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with the apt. We were in Gaia/Porto for a month and the property suited our needs perfectly. The metro is right out the front door. We were able to go literally everywhere in the city with ease. All the amenities are within a block, grocery store, bakery, a couple of excellent restaurants. Stop at Carpa for the chicken, you will not be disappointed. There is also a huge mall down the street. The house was well equipped. There is a parking spot available if you rent a car for a few days as well. We would absolutely stay here again. Oh, and I almost forgot to mention the most comfortable beds we have ever slept in when not at home!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apt.

Too bad this apt. is not located in downtown Porto :-(
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value and a great location

Marco was very hospitable and the location is great. Very close to the old part of Porto but just out of the busy crowds. Supermarket across the street is very convenient. The only negative was the lack of air-conditioning. The unit is on the 15th floor of a concrete building and so it heats up. We were there during a hot spell so this was noticeable. Otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nova de Gaia Treasure

Superb modern flat across the Douro River from Porto. Well-furnished and had all the conveniences we needed. Easy access to Porto using public transportation. The tram stop is just up the street from the flat. Supermarket across the street. Our host Marcos was great! We hope to return to Portugal soon, and when we do, Porto will be on the itinerary again, hopefully with a stay at this flat again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location in Gaia

We were 2 adults visiting Porto for the 2nd time. We wanted something comfortable, close to everything and felt like home. This apartment checked all those boxes! Marcos was great to work with and everything went smoothly! He was extremely kind in working with us at check in as our flight arrival was early. The location is ideal for either walking into Porto or the metro is a 5 min walk from the apartment. There is also a grocery store across the street for convenience. We are already looking at dates to come back for an extended stay. We really loved the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Gaia Location

We had an amazing time. Our host was wonderful. Grocery store was conveniently across the street. The tram/metro was a 5 minute walk to in Gaia and access to Porto. The convenience of porto tasting and coming home was perfect. Local restaurants were delicious and in walking distance. The best pastry/ice cream shop O Gato is at the apartment and highly recommend! Great location for everything. Apartment was large, great balcony, very clean, elevator and very comfortable. We have already discussed our return for a longer stay. Great for couples, friends and family. Thank you, Marcos!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, comfortable stay in Vila Nova de Gaia

We loved our stay in this large, clean and comfortable apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia. The property manager was friendly, knowledgeable and professional. We selected this apartment primarily due to its location and online reviews and our stay more than confirmed the reviews. The apartment was bigger than we had imagined and very comfortable for two couples. Having a nice grocery store immediately across the street was a huge bonus for us. We walked to the attractions on both sides of the Duoro during our stay. It was a pretty good hike, but downhill to get there and we took mass transportation to get back (avoiding most of the uphill climb). We had a rental car for excursions outside of Porto and the basement parking was convenient, albeit a little tight by American standards. Anyone considering a stay in the Porto area should consider staying at this apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alle Zimmer waren picobello,gut ausgestattet mit allem was man braucht.Ein sehr gut bestükter Einkaufsmarkt ist auf der anderen Straßenseite.Dass im FS kein dt. Programm hat uns n.gestört.Die Metrostat. "Da Jao ll" war in angenehm.Nähe.Sehr angenehm war,daß wir mit d.Vermieter einen früheren Check-In(per WhatsApp)vereinbaren konnten.Den Müll kann man zur Abreise auch an den,auf der and.Strassenseite Containern entsorgen.Wohnung sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Merveilleux

Séjour sympathique
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super emplacement

A 4 stations du Douro. Le métro extérieur direct pour le centre historique, restau et grande surface au pied de l’immeuble. Vue dégagée sur Porto du 15e Etage. Très bon accueil et appart super. On a beaucoup apprécié l’emplacement l’environnement et l’appartement
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pleasant stay

Upon arrival, we were briefed with details and given local places to eat & shop. Access to the Metro was easily managed. The building was quite & safe. Would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tres bon séjour

Location superbe comme decrite propre spacieux facile d'acces pour visiter porto A refaire sans soucis
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
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