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Gaia Residence

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel near Duoro River, connected to a rail/subway station

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Bar (on property)
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rua Diogo Macedo, 220, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400-107
  • Place, El Corte Inglés de Gaia
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dom Luis I Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 87 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Duplex, 1 Bedroom

Duplex, 1 Bedroom

  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio, River View

  • River view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • River view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

Central Vila Nova de Gaia getaway .Your stay at this Mafamude aparthotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Duoro River and Dom Luis I Bridge. Porto Cathedral and Lavandeira Municipal Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Teixeira Lopes House Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • El Corte Inglés de Gaia - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Vila Nova de Gaia Station - 12 min walk
  • João de Deus Station - 13 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Belo Ponto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lukka Kebab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quinta da Boeira - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Novo Rumo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Londrina - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gaia Residence

4-star aparthotel near Duoro River, connected to a rail/subway station
Gaia Residence offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 16 meeting rooms. The business-friendly Gaia Residence also features spa services, concierge services, and laundry facilities. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Vila Nova de Gaia aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gaia Residence offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations are furnished with single sofa beds. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free crib

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Champagne service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 25; reservation required
  • Minibar
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 30 per night
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 25-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
  • Fee: EUR 25 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Deposit: EUR 100 per stay

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Connected to a convention center
  • Connected to a rail/subway station
  • Connected to a shopping center
  • In the city center
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 108 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per person (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night
  • Spa fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 25
  • Facilities fee: EUR 15 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 4244

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the aparthotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Gaia Residence Aparthotel
Gaia Residence Vila Nova de Gaia
Apartamentos Turisticos Gaia Residence
Gaia Residence Aparthotel Vila Nova de Gaia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaia Residence to the airport?

Gaia Residence is 14.2 mi (33-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaia Residence?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaia Residence on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $144, excluding 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.

Does Gaia Residence have an airport shuttle?

Gaia Residence offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 35 per person, one-way.

How close is Gaia Residence to the beach?

This aparthotel is 14.5 mi (32-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 10.4 mi (26-min drive) from Espinho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gaia Residence offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gaia Residence, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gaia Residence?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Casino Espinho (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gaia Residence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gaia Residence?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

Does Gaia Residence have a pool?

Gaia Residence features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Gaia Residence have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gaia Residence have a spa?

This aparthotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, hydrotherapy, and body treatments.

How close is Gaia Residence to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?

Gaia Residence is 0.9 mi away from Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso.

Gaia Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 255 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Casie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious room, and quiet accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was excellent rooms were spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rooms were spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing as always!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff and a great breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love coming to Porto, great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr J L

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great to get a free room upgrade
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and the hotel itself was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay, would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great hotel for a short or long stay. Very well situated, friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catarina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
The room was clean and comfortable but the experience is just another faceless hotel. They are part of Holiday Inn and we're too busy. They didn't give us the right room and failed to read the response to the email they sent us. They also forgot to mention the parking is paid.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious and clean room. Friendly and helpfull staff. All the facilities and amenities one would like.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

A gem in Nova Vila da Gaia, easy access to Porto

A very modern and pleasant stay within the structure of the Holiday Inn in Nova Vila da Gaia. Even though it looks on a map like a ways out from Porto, it is not a long ride – about a €5 ride-share, which is more than made up for by the much greater value you get staying here vs. a hotel in Porto proper. The only downside is that the beds were not especially comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super spacious, clean and comfortable accomodation. The restaurant attached was the highlight, the meal and service was first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Motaz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. Huge apartment. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hotel comfortabl3
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria de fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Second time at this property. Friendly staff and good eating options. Lots of dining options nearby if you don’t want to eat at the hotel. Great cafes and supermarkets nearby within easy walking distance.
Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great especially the staff there and the one hotel receptionist Tatiana. She was lovely and so kind. There was a male receptionist in a suit with glasses who was quite rude and blunt (I almost cancelled our stay due to how he spoke to us) but once we dealt w Tatiana she was amazing. She was so busy and never stopped yet always so helpful and cheerful. Breakfast staff (everyone was incredible and so happy and kind especially to our kids who adored them).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janaina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was very friendly. Breakfast is amazing. I recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Our home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not very close by
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025