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The House of Sandeman

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only hostel near Sandeman Cellars

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Superior Room, River View | View from room
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View
Lobby lounge
Superior Room, River View | City view
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4404-507
  • Place, Sandeman Cellars
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (14 Guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Guests)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Guests)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cosy Room

Cosy Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, River View

Superior Room, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

Santa Marinha stay.You'll be steps from Sandeman Cellars and within a 10-minute walk of Ribeira Square with a stay at this Santa Marinha hostel. Porto Cathedral and Town Hall Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sandeman Cellars - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
  • General Torres Station - 11 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WOW (World of Wine) Porto - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caves Cálem - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Uva By Calem - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esplanada do Teleférico - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The House of Sandeman

3-star adults-only hostel near Sandeman Cellars
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at The House of Sandeman. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 3-star Vila Nova de Gaia hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1797
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The House of Sandeman offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Vila Nova de Gaia hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 6 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 871/16

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

House Sandeman Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia

House Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia

The House of Sandeman Hostel & Suites Vila Nova de Gaia

House Sandeman Hostel

The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites

House Sandeman

House Sandeman Vila Nova Gaia

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

How close is The House of Sandeman to the airport?

The House of Sandeman is 14.6 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 The House of Sandeman?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The House of Sandeman on May 20, 2026 start from CA $184, 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 The House of Sandeman have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The House of Sandeman.

How close is The House of Sandeman to the beach?

This hostel is 10.7 mi (37-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 5 mi (25-min drive) from Lavadores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The House of Sandeman offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The House of Sandeman, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 6 and 10 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The House of Sandeman?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The House of Sandeman?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The House of Sandeman?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The House of Sandeman have a pool?

The House of Sandeman does not have a pool.

Does The House of Sandeman have a restaurant?

The House of Sandeman is home to The George, which features Portuguese cuisine.

Does The House of Sandeman have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The House of Sandeman to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?

The House of Sandeman is 0.8 mi away from Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada.

The House of Sandeman Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 312 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Qianhua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hostel I have ever stayed, will definitely come back again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Asia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be coming back here. My first hostel I’ve ever stayed in and the views were amazing and staff was so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moki, San Francisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great return stay in their private rooms. Great views of water and convenient to restaurants. We will return!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebubekir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience by staying in Sandeman hostel. Next time I guess I’ll book one room instead of share dorm room because some people are not ready for share dorm rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chill vibe, helpful team
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly suprised, this was a really good hostel. Great location, clean, safe, you actually get enough space to yourself without feeling invaded. I got the 1 bed in 7bedroom space. Definitely worth your money. The only downside is the breakfast is a bit limited, but you can always order and pay for more options
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, unique and comfy beds, excellent breakfast, and enjoyable atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was by far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! The staff were incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, and the facilities were spotless and beautifully designed. I’ll absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to friends and family. Thank you for a wonderful, albeit short, experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and run by some really lovely people. Great breakfast and stylish rooms. Quite a few steps up to room and reception, but then there don't seem to be many accessible options in Porto/Gaia.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay is okay. It is overpriced for next day booking for a stay. The bedding is great. They introduce a €5 deposit for a towel and it might create a trade for some. My wet towel was missing during my sleep, luckily the staff gave me another fresh towel otherwise I would lose my deposit and someone else might love my et towel smell and got €5 out of it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved my stay at Sandeman. Room was really lovely, view across the river gorgeous, shower brilliant. Nice location and loved the lounge area. Staff I interacted with were also very lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hongjun

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Le petit déjeuner était bon et les chambres sécuritaires! L’espace commun était aussi très accueillant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The riverview room are very good. Staff are friendly and breakfast is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The staff was great, especially the staff with blonde-ish white hair, they truly made the whole stay very comfortable. This has been my favourite hostel I’ve ever stayed at and the wine was fantastic :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

umesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best views of Porto

Excellent location with the best views of Porto from our room. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Our breakfast was excellent. The hotel has a wine cellar for tours, it also offers tours and other services (at discounted rates). I'd definitely stay again if back in Porto.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireille

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangeun

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALONSO MORALES

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025