The House of Sandeman | Hostel in Vila Nova de Gaia

9.2 (1697 Reviews) |   58 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  15 Guests
Santa Marinha Hostel | The House of Sandeman

58 Bedroom Hostel in Santa Marinha, Vila Nova de Gaia

The House of Sandeman is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, within the historic building of the Port Wine Cellars of Sandeman. With scenic Porto and Douro River views, this riverfront property also provides guests with a restaurant. This unique and comfortable boutique property comes with double rooms and dormitories, all featuring views, with some even having views of Porto and the river. Some units include a private bathroom while other have access to shared bathroom facilities. Free toiletries and towels are provided for every guest. There is a 24-hour front desk. The property's riverfront restaurant and bar provides views of Oporto and also has live music on select nights. The surrounding area includes a wide range of popular restaurants. Porto's historic downtown area is a short 10-minute walk away, via the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, and features a multitude of bars, restaurants and cafés. Bicycles are available for rent at the property, for guests who wish to discover the surroundings in a more leisurely manner. The historic Ribeira area of Porto is a short 8-minute walk from the property. Popular landmarks like the Clérigos Church and the São Bento Train Station are within a 10-minute drive. Local points of interest like Gaia Cable Car are reachable within 656 feet. Porto's International Airport is 7.5 mi away.

The House of Sandeman is located in Vila Nova de Gaia.

This 58 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Toiletries, Child Friendly, Internet, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 1697 reviews with the average score of 9.2 . Coming to Vila Nova de Gaia and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 58 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Vila Nova de Gaia. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The House of Sandeman in Vila Nova de Gaia is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The House of Sandeman”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Largo Miguel Bombarda, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4430-175, Portugal

Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Fruit
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Raised toilet
  • Lowered sink
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Bar crawls
  • Happy hour
  • Hiking
  • Walking tours
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Safe
  • Family rooms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that when booking 4 rooms or more, or 8 beds or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply, we are currently improving our spaces, so you may experience periods of some noise during your stay. we expect the work to be completed in december 2022. we apologize for the inconvenience in advance and hope you enjoy your stay.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: 71769/AL

Reviews

Value for money:
9.28
Location:
9.74
Staff:
9.7
Facilities:
9.42
Comfort:
9.5
Cleanliness:
9.57
Ernesto
Sep 6, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Chile
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Small Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Mobile hotspot device

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Mobile hotspot device

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Superior Double Room with River View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
 Superior Double Room with River View

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Mobile hotspot device

View

View, City view, River view

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 110 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 14-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 78 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 73 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 60 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Mobile hotspot device

View

View, River view

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Superior Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Soundproof, Trash cans, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Mobile hotspot device

View

View, River view

Bedroom

Linens

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Twin
Room Type: Twin

FAQ's

Is this The House of Sandeman pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

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

Check-in time for The House of Sandeman starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The House of Sandeman have a swimming pool?

No, this The House of Sandeman does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The House of Sandeman?

Best-rates for the The House of Sandeman starts from $83 per night with includes Toiletries, Child Friendly, Internet, TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The House of Sandeman a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The House of Sandeman wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The House of Sandeman is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The House of Sandeman?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The House of Sandeman indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The House of Sandeman?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The House of Sandeman are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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