Offer of comfort, charm, security and tranquility in the historic area of Porto. Located very close to Santa Catarina Street, 3 minutes from the Bolhão Market, 8 from the emblematic Majestic Café and Avenida dos Aliados. The view over the city of Porto, which stretches down to the sea, is truly astonishing. We have the luxury of a completely remodeled house offering all the amenities, decorated with the dedication of those who like to feel comfort and quality of life. 500 meters after leaving the apartment, we see a healthy frenzy, were the Portoians not the happiest city in Europe.
The apartment is well sized and is comfortable for 4 people. We have a double bed in the bedroom and two single sofa beds in the living room. The living room is furnished with the necessary, it has air conditioning as well as television. WiFi network throughout the apartment. The toilet is equipped with a modern set of crockery and beautifully decorated. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessary items to a good culinary experience: quality utensils, oven / microwave, Nespresso machine, refrigerator, freezer, extractor hood, kettle, toaster and dishwasher. We have washing machine, iron, ironing board and drying rack. Sheets, bath towels and hair dryer included. The building has an elevator!
We hope to please all of our guests by trying to make them feel like they are in your home, with maximum comfort and quality. We are available to provide all the tips of places to visit, restaurants, cafes, bars or other services.
The apartment is situated 800 meters from the Poveiros Square (Jardim de São Lázaro), one of the most typical places and most sought after by the gastronomic offer and not only. Since 1927, Buraquinho has been serving guts, soup, rojões, chispe and sarrabulho At Plaza Caffé Prego, which has a sunny terrace all day, the specialties are the sirloin arouquesa with sierra cheese and bisco pork sandwiches. Do not avoid a visit to the snacks in the Cantinho dos Bragança. The Francesinhas do Santa Francesinha, or the Santiago café, considered the best in the world! The pork ham sandwich with cheese from the Casa Guedes mountain range is the best in town. Casa Ribeiro is one of the most popular restaurants to eat pizzas in a wood oven and roast suckling pig. Be sure to sample a special dog in the Cubs Republic. In addition to the gastronomy you can visit art galleries such as the Seismograph or the National Library.
The nearest metro station is Bolhão, 400 meters and 3 minutes walk from the house. From here you can take the subway to the airport, Boavista (Casa da Música) and Vila Nova de Gaia (panoramic view over Porto). In case you want to spend a few more hours in Porto after checking out, you can leave your bag in the lockers available at Trindade station. The "Andante" is the ticket for the public transport network. With this ticket you can travel either by metro or by bus. There are "andantes" exclusively for tourists. You can find all the information at the point of sale of the Trindade station. It is possible to rent an electric bike at Rua do Paraíso nº 226, at Intemporal Bikes Porto, which is a 10-minute walk from the house. This establishment is open from Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (day reserved for walks or gatherings). The taxis of Porto are regulated and have taximeters. Uber also operates in the city.
We thank you for your cooperation in making your stay more enjoyable: We all have an environmental concern. Please help by turning off lights, air conditioning and other electrical appliances before leaving home. To maintain a calm environment and show respect and consideration to our fellow guests and neighbors, we hope you will avoid making any noise, especially after 10 pm. Please avoid using portable speakers and amplifiers. In case of being a smoker, we are sorry, but smoking is not allowed inside the house.
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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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
About the area
Porto
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Centro / Baixa, a neighbourhood in Porto. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bolhao Market and Livraria Lello. Palacio das Artes and Crystal Palace Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
17º Restaurante & Bar - 7 min walk
Nata Lisboa - 4 min walk
Kiwa Cafe - 6 min walk
Verde Hut - 5 min walk
Taberna do Doutor - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto?
As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto on 1 June 2026 start from AU$210, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Happy 4, Apartment located in the Center of Porto located?
Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Chapel of Souls and Bolhao Market. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bolhao Station is 5 minutes by foot and Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop is 9 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The location was great and very close to everywhere we wanted to visit. Our flight was in quite late and the host was very responsive to any messages we sent especially when we had trouble opening the door. Thanks for a great stay!
Rhonda I.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jong C.
15 Jan 2019
Perfect Porto visit
Very nice apartment with a great and friendly landlord, very clean and spacey. We really enjoyed the stay!
Thank You, Joao!
Jong C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you Joshua for your sympathy and for being fantastic guests.
We very much enjoyed our stay. Logistical arrangements were conducted helpfully and efficiently. João proved an excellent host (including kindly accommodating our early arrival), and was very welcoming and informative. The accommodation proved just right for our needs, with a great view too; and the location - a short walk from bolhão - was ideal.
Mark S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet you and your wife
João was a great host, meeting us on arrival and providing excellent advice on how to become familiar with the neighborhood. He was easy to reach when necessary and offered a couple of free cleanings given the length of our stay. We came to love the local food and dining shops. It's a great location from which to explore Porto.
Daniel T.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2020
Dan and Ann are terrific Guests. Very easy to deal with and they left the apartment spotless. Definitely 100% recommendable Guests. Come back always.
João was incredibly kind and helpful, and his apartment was immaculately clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Porto, and so appreciated João's restaurant and sightseeing recommendations. He was kind enough to offer to pick us up at the metro and made arrangements to have a taxi pick us up at 4AM on the day we departed, which was so helpful.
Pam M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Pamela and Jeffrey are fantastic Guests. Everything perfect. Communication, house rules and the apartment was spotless. 100% recommendable Guests. Come back always
The apartment was in central Porto, conveniently located near the Bolhao Market, cafes, supermarkets, and restaurants. The host was very attentive. If you need a place to leave a car overnight, there is long-term parking 10 minutes away.
Fernanda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Obrigado Fernanda pelo seu comentário
Chegou a encontrar o que procurava?
Tudo de bom
Modern and minimalistic apartment very close to bustling Saint Catarina street and many historic buildings. Minimalistic decor and large windows made the apartment bright and airy. Host was there to greet us and gave a great siggestion for a longer term parking lot.
The location was great! Lots of up hill walking but also down hill! Very unique experience for us! Did the Douro Valley Wine Tour! Excellent! Self guided tour to Morro Garden and Monastery! Great!
+++Host is amazing! Picked us up at the train station, took the time to explain everything (apartment and tourist attractions) and when he realized the batteries for the AC remote were dead he changed them very quickly! Can't say enough good things, thank you João!
+Quiet
+Clean
+Well equipped
+10 minutes from
Nicolas P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you Nicolas and Maude for treating my apartment so well. It was great to meet you.
Excellent location within walking distance of anything you need from restaurants to food markets. We are in our 70s and stayed for 24 days. The host who meet us at the property reviewed the property with us. He explained the local attractions , stores and restaurants. He is a perfect host who drove and dropped us at the supermarket after our arrival and provided an immediate response to our few questions. He deserves a rating of “Superior Host”. Great city view.
Steven B.
Stayed 24 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you for your words Steven. It was a pleasure to host you and your wife.
great location, but you will have a walk uphill a bit. There is an elevator, great views, clean and roomy! Second lock is tricky and should be replaced with something easier to negotiate.
Location of property was great for visiting the sites, shopping and dining. Walking down the hill to the historic district was easy - nice walk with plenty of shopping along the way. I recommend a ride back up the hill. Property was very clean with a beautiful view. Great communication with property manager. They could have been a little more generous with arrival amenities - like water, coffee, sugar, towels, etc but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Fantastic holiday location. Close enough to city centre to be convenient while being secluded and noise-free. Host could not have been more helpful and facilitated airport transfer and delayed arrival with good humour and a very warm welcome. Apartment modern, clean and bright - all we could have asked for. All queries prior to holiday were answered within the hour
Irene S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2024
Thank you for being great guests and take extremely well care of my apartment. It was a pleasure to host you
Everything is exactly as pictured - and loft apartment is only 10 minute walk from pedestrian walkway, where shops and restaurants abound, and 20 minute walk from town centre (railway station, sightseeing buses, walking tours). This apartment was an incredible find and we risk it no longer being available for our own future use because we are rating it as exceptional! Thank you João and brother Alexandre!! Our stay in PORTO was perfect.
Sylvia and P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Sylvia and Pierre were fantastic Guests. The communication was excellent and the apartment was spotless. Thank you so much for your sympathy, understanding and for taking real good care of my apartment. Come back always. 100% recommendable Guests
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John W.
4 May 2019
A little gem.
Comfortable, convenient, nothing to not like. João, the owner is so helpful, it makes your stay that much more rewarding. Nothing was too much trouble, with suggestions and advice on places to visit, where to eat, how to move around the city. The apartment is away from the busy centre, so quiet, but close enough not to walk everywhere. Eating places to suit most tastes more or less ‘round the corner’. A real gem!
John W.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Linda and John were super friendly, easy going and easy to communicate. They were perfect Guests and left our apartment with everything in his place. Even didn't seemed like they stayed in the apartment. They were super lovely and tidy, I would love to host them again in our apartment. 100% recommendable Guests.
From the first time we contacted Joao, until the final day of our visit, his communication with us was prompt and exemplary. We immediately sensed the pride he feels for his city and we sensed his main goal was for us to gain an appreciation of why he feels this way. We did! The location of the apartment was central to everything we wanted to do. We would highly recommend these accommodations and left Porto with great appreciation for how supportive João was for our visit!
Rick H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024
Thank you Rick for being great guests
It was a pleasure to know you
I stayed 7 weeks. It met my needs, comfortable, and in a good location, close to the shopping district and Bolhao market but a couple of blocks away from noise.
Joao is great. Friendly, responsive.
Important tip about visiting Porto. You can’t walk anywhere that you don’t go up or down a hill. Use Uber or taxis if you are hill-adverse.
DG W.
Stayed 55 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Thank you Doug for being a great guest and treating my apartment so well. It was immaculate.
Obrigado e até à próxima 😉
Appartement très agréable, calme et bien situé.Nous étions 2 amies et souhaitions dormir séparément. Le hic, la clim n'est que dans la pièce principale et ne se diffuse pas dans la chambre (mais il y a un ventilateur).Et surtout le canapé de la pièce ne correspond pas à la photo : d'un d'un seul tenant, inconfortable (il a fallu empiler les 2 couettes pour atténuer l'effet "je dors sur du bois") et pas de pied pour la tête et les pieds donc nous avons empilé tous les coussins entre le sol et le lit pour pouvoir dormir à peu près droit.C'est notre grand regret. Joao est un hôte extrêmement charmant et attentionné. Merci à lui
Très bel appartement bien situé pour visiter Porto
Très bel appartement bien situé pour visiter Porto. Très lumineux et très propre. Très bon accueil de Joes. Le book et les conseils (en français) ont été très appréciés. La ville de Porto et la vallée du Dourro sont superbes. Excellent séjour.
Christine D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2020
Christine et sa famille sont très gentilles et sympathiques. Ils ont été ponctuels à l'arrivée et ont laissé l'appartement impeccable. Merci d'être d'excellents invités. Reviens toujours
João
A lovely, clean, and well equipped property that is within walking distance to everything we wanted to do. Joao is a very gracious and helpful host - he picked us up from the train station and gave us a very useful introduction to the city. Porto is a gorgeous place and this property is in a great spot to enjoy it.
Trish S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2020
Trish and Cyril are wonderful Guests. Very easy to talk to and very friendly. They have left the apartment spotless.
Due to the present, COVID 19, they couldn't enjoy Porto has they should ... Hope to see you again soon. Come back always.
This is a beautiful, airy , immaculately clean apartment in a terrific central location!
The owner’s hospitality goes above and beyond expectations. He really enjoys sharing his love of this wonderful city and provides any information that you might need.
Oh, and the view.... you’ll feel like you’re floating above Porto ! The sunsets are spectacular!
I would stay here again and give it the highest recommendation!
Karen K.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Karen is a wonderful Guest. Very polite, friendly and nice. The communications was very good and the apartment stayed immaculate. Come back always. Thank you for your sympathy
About the host
Hosted by João Carreira
I represent a Company specialized in local accommodation, being totally available to accompany your stay.
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests