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Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor

Apartment with free breakfast, near Porto Historic Center

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Interior
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Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 351 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Porto, Porto
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Livraria Lello
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clerigos Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor

The sweetest apartment in town!
The Almond Biscuit apartment is on top of one of the oldest Pastry Shops in Porto Historic center - Primar Confectionery (1946) -, where you can have your breakfast included at the price.

It is also part of a restored building dated 1830, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage! It now a completely renovated apartment, keeping the beautiful architecture details that makes the building so special and unique.

Large, charming and sunny space with 50m2. A large bed room and a convertible sofa bed on the living room makes it a comfortable place for 2 where can accommodate 3. Big bathroom. Linen and bed sheets are provide. Kitchen with all the necessary equipment for cooking during a short stay.
Balcony where you can enjoy a fantastic view from one of the most beautiful squares in Porto city, either it's a sunny day or a typical Porto´s fog day!

It is a very central apartment with double glazing Windows but it is possible to have some noise, especially during weekends and city parties.

Free wifi.
Portable speaker that allows listening to music from smart phone, tablet and laptop.


The Almond Biscuit is a charming and beautiful apartment located in the heart of historic Porto city. From the balcony you can admire the famous Lions Square, Carmo Church and Carmelite Church and you can also spot the famous Lello Bookshop on your right. The Tower of Clerics and the Portuguese Center of Photography are on your backside.

The quartier is not only surround by monuments, but also great restaurants, shops and traditional grocery's. A few 5 minutes walking from the Arts quarter Miguel Bombarda and 2 minutes walking from the quarter Paris Galleries full of trendy bars and the heart of Porto night spot. During weekends the quarter is full of street markets where you can find a little of every thing!
You can also take a beautiful 20 minutes walking till the riverside - Ribeira.

Several buses stop, including tourist bus, are just across the street and 10 minutes walking distance from subway and train station Sao Bento.
Direct bus to airport.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Permitido fumar na varanda.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 5622/AL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Porto

Located in Porto, this apartment is in the city centre. Porto Cathedral and Porto Historic Center are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crystal Palace Gardens or Rosa Mota Pavilion. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Porto, Porto

What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Livraria Lello - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clerigos Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avenida dos Aliados - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Carmo Stop - 1 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adega Leonor - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cervejaria do Carmo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪7Eleven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Piolho / Âncora D'Ouro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Confeitaria Primar - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Almond Biscuit - Historic Center Harbor located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Igreja do Carmo, Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square. Porto Historic Center is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away. Carmo Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop is 2 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great stay

Great location and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment, exactly as described and photos.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Almond Biscuit apartment is perfectly located in the heart of Porto. The hosts - Elisa and Luis - are very attentive and helpful. The beautiful breakfast downstairs was a great way to start every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and location for ease of exploring Porto! The breakfast made it a breeze to start out day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved my stay at the Almond Biscuit! Everything as advertised, perfect location. All 3 nights of my stay it was quite loud outside but that doesn’t bother me. They also do inform you in the listening to be forewarned on weekends. Will 100% return back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was very convenient. We were able to walk everywhere. Everything was very clean. Breakfast was delicious. There was a lot of street noise at night. We also thought there were two beds, one being a fold out or Murphy bed. That was not the case. One of us slept on a small sofa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Serge G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent service from the hostess, outstanding breakfast, very cute apartment, loved the location with all the restaurants and shops nearby. The only negative because of our age are all the stairs to get to the 4th floor of a 5 storey bldg. We still loved our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Catherine JT

Great stay, highly recommended accommodation in Porto! The apartment was clean, well equipped, plenty of space for the two of us, amazing breakfast at Primar downstairs…but the location and view of Igreja do Carmo were the stars!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable and nice furniture. Excellent hosts with an amazing bakery! This was within walking distance to all the things we wanted to see so the location was perfect. We definitely recommend others to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Philip M.

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

Historic Porto

Great property in a great location with a great breakfast. Apartment was a bit Spartan: cold when we arrived late at night and no pictures on the walls, but otherwise modern and well equipped. Luis was very helpful and the welcome cookies/ biscuits were much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Wonderful

Elisa and Luis are thoughtful hosts. Flat is exactly as described and even better IRL. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

christine g.

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

Central location close to everything

The apartment was spotless and well equipped. Great location to walk to all the sites. Only drawbacks were noisy college students very late at night due to university next store but it is a minor blio. Luis & Elisa were easy to communicate with and the breakfast included every morning in their restaurant downstairs was delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colman R.

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

Central, clean, bright, and friendly

Central, clean, and bright property, with helpful & friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vic B.

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

Intro to Porto

The only negatives were having to schlep our bags up three flights of stairs and the fact that the code was not properly programed to the door to the apartment requiring several trips up and down those stairs. All else was great.Hosts were gracious and the bakery an added treat! Location was terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

5 Stars

Wonderful location for walking the city. The apartment looks out on the front of a beautiful church with accompanying sounds from the fountain in the plaza. We got a kick out of watching the many pigeons and seagulls. The hosts include a most fabulous breakfast every day. The accommodations were comfortable and nicely appointed. You will get your exercise because you have to climb three flights of stairs to get to the apartment, but it is a good introduction to the stairs you will find exploring the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great location and easy to visit various attractions.

The apartment was clean, warm and very comfortable. We enjoyed our daily breakfasts . The hosts were welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C., Logan, Utah, USA

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

Great place to stay

Almond Biscuit was a lovely apartment close to lots of things to see. It was quiet at night. The breakfast included each day was lovely and it was wonderful to have a place for a snack just below us .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Federico d.

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

Great view

Enjoyed the location, the view and the pastries at the shop at the storefront . The staff were great!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramu S.

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

Great experience!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property, Elisa is a fantastic host. Staff at the bakery below are lovely as well. Very clean and convenient location close to all the major attractions. Would highly recommend during a visit to Porto!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

1month Stay

Property is in a great central location. We were able to walk to the bus and train station for day trips to Aviero, Braga, Matosinhos and Pinhao in the Douro Valley, which should not be missed. Luis and Elisa are wonderful hosts, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

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

Fantastic property!

One of the best places we have ever stayed. The location was wonderful. The unit itself was perfect, incredibly clean, had comfortable beds, and any amenities you might need. The breakfast every morning at the cafe was absolutely wonderful. This was our favorite place we stayed while in Portugal and would love to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Perfect

Perfect location with exceptional breakfast at the cafe on the premises. The hosts were friendly and accommodating . The apartment was roomy and well equipped with a very comfortable bed. We would recommend this VRBO to anyone traveling to Porto.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Nice location

Enjoyed very nice comfortable apartment in a location to explore by walking to riverfront churches parks restaurants walked over 7 miles one day you will be very comfortable and the breakfast is wonderful provided with apartment if you have a car be prepared to park underground and paid €25 per day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal A.

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

Ideal location

The apartment looks exactly as the pictures show. If you need an extra bed the owners are happy to provide a comfortable cot. We would definitely stay in the Almond Biscuit apartment again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ed C.

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

Almond Biscuit

Excellent location and view of the historic “twin” churches. The only downside was the third floor of a building with high ceilings. We would strongly recommend a lower floor if you have substantial luggage or are more senior.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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