Douro Riverside Apartments

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2026

Maria

The Douro River apartments might actually be selling themselves short when it comes to location. The hotel is on the Gaia side of the river, which has a clean, spacious, lively feel and is loaded with shops, market stalls, delicious restaurants, and all of the wine tasting rooms. The apartments are also just 1 block away from the south side of of the lower level of the Dom Luis I Bridge, and within 5 minutes, you can be on the Ribeira side. However, what really makes Douro Riverside most fantastic is the stunning views from the apartment. Windows of Porto across the river. No matter what time of day or night, the city is a picture-perfect display.
One word of caution, this amazing view comes with some pretty steep, narrow stairs and no elevator.... but the location and views are worth it.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2026

Scott

There is good and bad to this place.
The good
Amazing view, excellent location,,comfortable bed, decent amenities and clean for the age of the place.
Do not rent if you have mobility issues
The stairs to the unit ar very steep,narrow, uneven and smelly.
The apartment could use some updating, the fridge leaks which has caused some floor issues, and it could use a new rug and a paint job

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2026

Camila

Spacious apartment with beautiful views overlooking the river. 7min walk and you are on the to her side of Porto, close to all amenities.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Oct 2025

John

Great location

Great location for the Port houses. Very steep stairs.
Window in kitchen didn’t open.
Floors, not very clean.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

My stay was great. The last night was a bit bothersome as the 3rd floor new comers made noise at 2am and woke me up. The stairs are a bit inconvenient as they are high & narrow stairs and also a bunch of bags at the bottom which made it hard to get luggage up and down the stairs.

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2025

Dayoung

The apartment offers a beautiful view of the river and has plenty of space. However, the staircase is very unsafe, especially when carrying luggage.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2025

Arjola

The location was great, it’s right at the center of Riberia for a fraction of the price. A plus for having available parking to drop off the car and walk everywhere! It’s perfect for the location. The room needs a little update, perhaps the carpet needs to go, otherwise it was great !

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2025

Todd

Great location. Short walk to Luis I bridge and boardwalk restaurants. Our 2nd floor apartment had great views of the river. Noise level from the street below was significant pretty much the entire night. The road is the only access point for the Luis I bridge, so there are many buses and cars going by at all hours. If you're a light sleeper, ear plugs are a must. Apartment was spacious enough for the two of us. Stairs are steep and treads are narrow. I would not recommend for guests with heavy luggage. We also had a problem with the parking pass. The instructions stated the pass would be in the lock box. It was not. We immediately contacted Jorge by phone and text and got no response. This was on Friday night at around 7 PM. We followed the instructions and parked rhe car in the nearby lot (we had reserved parking with Jorge prior to our arrival) and explained to the attendant the next morning (Saturday) when we departed that we had reserved parking but did not have a pass. Fortunately, they let us go without having to pay. On Saturday morning we got what looked like an automated message from Jorge wishing us a pleasant stay and saying that he would not be 'bothering us with more messages.' He clearly had not seen our urgent message the night before. After we had left, he finally messaged us, saying that the previous guest must have taken the pass and not returned it. Not sure I buy that, though. The cleaning crew should have checked for the pass.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2025

Seungyoo

Everything was great except too wordy instructions to enter into the apartment. If you have a car to park and unload luggage it is very hard because you just have to park on the road without any shoulders, hardly impossible to think to park there for a minute. If you use public transportation, this is a great place to stay. Good location, great view, very clean.
Bathroom shower door need to be fixed. Every time you shower, water is all over the floor.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2024

Steve

Highly recommended

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2024

Sergio M

Love the view from our room, so close along the river. Stairs are a challenge, but worth it. Thank you Felipe

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Aug 2024

Marjan

I enjoyed my time here. Although there are pros and cons…
Pros first: great location, fantastic post card view from the kitchen and bath area, spacious space, good communication with the host.
Cons: no elevators with steep stairs. Carpet is truly nasty looking. I hope they would invest in better flooring. It would make a big difference in this space.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2024

Jordanna

Great view and in the heart of porto. Within walking distance to the old town and major sites. Great for a family of 4.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2024

Emanuel

We enjoyed the view and location was great! Jorge was quick to respond with any questions. Older building stairs leading to apart are very narrow, high and dirty. Hard to take luggage up. Once in apartment was ok.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2024

Octavio

Es un excelente lugar para hospedarse, con una vista espectacular al rio, es mucho mejor hospedarse aca en Vila Nova de Gaia que en Porto… tienes lo mejor de la zona

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2024

ADRIANA

Parking is a nightmare make sure you park with them, if not you will never find parking near

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2024

Pier

Amazing view, incredible location

Overall, great stay. Top notch communication from the start. The apartment was cozy and comfortable and amazingly located. 5 mins walk to anything and everything. The view was incredible out of the kitchen window. We loved it.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2024

Jared

Great location. Host messed up with the parking, so I needed to pay when it should have been free.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2024

Stuart

The third floor apartment has quite possibly the most amazing view from any property I've stayed at in 20 years of international travel.

The apartment is in an amazing location, just minutes from the Av. de Diogo Leite on the south bank of the Douro River and all of its restaurants and Port bars.

The apartment has everything one would need including small kitchen.

The apartment is small, suitable to only two people at most. As mentioned in other reviews, the stairs to the top are steep and narrow, something to keep in mind if mobility and/or heavy luggage are an issue

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2024

Rowena

Even though there are no elevators in this building, going up the stairs to the 3rd floor was well worth it. I call it the stairway to heaven. The view is well worth the climb. Apartment was very clean, had ample hot water, and tons of supplies to make our stay comfortable. This venue is a hidden gem. We would definitely stay here again.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Apr 2024

Roman

This property was very well positioned in a great location with walking distance to upper and lower Porto. It had an amazing view of the Duoro River and came with its own parking spot.

The building was very old and the entrance was very difficult to enter. We had to climb up three flights of very narrow and dangerous stairs and there was an unpleasant odor in the hallway going up to the apartment. Once you enter the apartment it was fairly clean however you noticed how small it was as the bed barely fit into the room.

The bathroom definitely required some maintenance as there appeared to be some black mold in the shower or “black silicone” which was mentioned by the owner when we reached out to them regarding our concerns after our stay.

The entire unit did smell like sewage, which may be from the underlining pipes in the bathroom however, we are not sure where the smell came from.

When we reached out to the owners regarding our concerns after our stay, we were basically informed that these standards are not up to “American” standards because of how tight it was and that we should have known this would be the case due to the history regarding Porto and the building status.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 Mar 2024

Verified traveler

Amazing views-old apt with dangerous uneven stairs

The building is in poor repair andstairs are dirty and smelly. The stairs to the apartments are extremely unsafe- all different heights and widths. The floor in the living area of the apartment is sloped dramatically. Tried numerous times to contact the management and no response at all to emails or phone calls. View, cleanliness and shower are only redeeming factors.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2023

Deidre

Perfect location to explore Porto.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2023

koury

Great location specifically if you’re visiting Porto for the first time, everything is walking distance from apartment.stairs are really tough to climb or go down specially with luggage but honestly this is the case with most of Porto so many stairs to climb and lots uphill walking to most attractions.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2023

Ewan

Very clean and excellent central location with incredible view of Gaia and Porto. Unit is for able-bodied, as there are many steps to get to unit.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2023

Dave

Small studio apartment, Doors are very small to acess and the stairs are narrow and steep. Nice view from small kitchen/bathroom. Parking is a fair distance away. Overall nice appartment and very close to ammenities/shopping and Louis Bridge.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2023

Linda

Truly an apartment, with kitchenette, etc. Comfortable and clean, on the quieter side of the river yet easy to get into use Porto.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2023

Socheata

I had a wonderful stay at the riverside apartment. The location is perfect. Close to everything. We walk every where. I would give this review a 10 if if was quiet at night. There is construction going on from 11 pm till 3am. I have photo and video to prove it.
Anyway, overall I love the place. I will definitely recommend to friend and family.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2023

Marc

Fantastic location overlooking the river, with excellent restaurants within a few 100 metres on the riverside. Very easy to get across the river on both lower and upper levels of the bridge. Oustatnding communication from the hosts, and the secure parking is only a few 100 metres away so very easy indeed. We loved our time in the partment, and would most certainly stay gain if we ever return to the wonderfil city of Porto. 5* indeed

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2023

Erika

This location was unbeatable! Great view and accessibility to food and drinks and entertainment.

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2023

Margarita

Excellent view!!

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2023

Terry

The view alone is worth the price. Great location with walking distance to attractions and the riverside walk. Owners are super kind with quick responses and the room was very clean. I'd not hesitate to book here again for my next visit to Porto.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2023

Anthony

This was a truly unique and amazing place to stay. I would definitely recommend it to anyone staying in Gaia.

The views from the room are incredible and it is perfectly located.

The shower is a tad small for me (5’11” 210lbs) however it worked and the rest of the room easily offset any downsides.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2022

Ana Paula

What makes this property is the location. We stayed on the first floor and the view from the kitchen window is great. Very walkable to restaurants, shops, wine cellars, etc. The steps are steep, the door is narrow and the shower is minuscule but that’s all ok and worth it. Would recommend and stay again if coming back to Oporto.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2022

Jeffrey

Wow what a view! Unbeatable! Great location. Walkable to everything. You must however be willing to walk up some very steep stairs to the second floor apartment. The view from the kitchen dining table is your reward. The apartment is functional and met our needs.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2022

Jadrian

I can't imagine a better location for exploring Porto and Gaia. The view from the top floor overlooks the river and has an incredible view of the skyline of the old city of Porto. It's a short walk to all the restaurants on the Gaia waterfront, up the hill to the metro, or across the lower span of the Ponte de Luiz I to the Porto waterfront.

The apartment is well kept, comfortable, and modern, and has all the amenities we needed, including an iron and ironing board. With big windows on the river side and street side, you can get a cross breeze that keeps the apartment comfortable all day and night. (There's air conditioning and a heater, but we didn't need either for our visit in early August.) We were pleasantly surprised by how much storage space there was: big shelves in the armoire where we could stash our suitcases, lots of hangers for our clothes, empty drawers under the bathroom sink for our toiletries. Despite being a compact city apartment, the space was very usable and never felt cramped for just us as a couple. It might be doable with a couple and one or two kids, but any more (or any more adults) would not fit, at least not in the third-floor apartment that we rented.

The host is very communicative and gives great instructions. As listed, there was no washing machine and no on-premises parking, but the host gave very clear instructions for getting to the convenient free parking around the corner, and we were able to come and go as we wished, even late at night.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2022

Hernani

Excellent property. Greta views. Easy walking to Gaia and Porto.
Owners ensured stay was comfortable at all times!!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2022

Mohsen

Beautiful view of the river. Narrow difficult stairs to get to the room

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2022

Amélie

This property was in a perfect location! The view was stunning, even on the first floor apartment. The bed was extremely comfortable. Loved everything about this place!

The only downside was that the stairs did not seem renovated and that there was poor exchange/flow of air in the apartment.

Would recommend this place without hesitation!!

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2022

jeffrey

An excellent location to stay in Porto, close to everything but away from the craziness. Lots of local restaurants down the side streets, serving true Portuguese meals while avoiding the tourist crowds and prices. The property has an excellent view of the riverfront, and the host is wonderful. Communication is prompt and easy, and he can take you on an ebike tour if you'd like. Close to the bridge, so walking distance to everything. Free convenient parking is a real bonus. We will stay here again and recommend this property to our family and friends.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2022

Bruce

The apartment is a testimonial to smart design and excellent use of small spaces in historic areas. We so appreciate that ethic and were pleased to find so many details that made our stay memorable.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2021

CALLA

Amazing view, great apartment in a great location

Fantastic apparent with an amazing view. Great location to walk to the port houses and across to Porto. With getting back for sunset with a glass of wine. The stairway up is worth it for the view. Super helpful and wonderful owners!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2021

Janelle

Great communication, value, and location! This is a perfect spot to walk to the river front in Gaia. The owners were very welcoming. I would book again in a heartbeat.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2021

Lee

Charming property in an excellent location walking distance to all the amenities and a great view of the river. Bed and pullout couch were comfortable, room was well stocked, good internet and water pressure, they were quick to respond to all my emails. They operate a bike store beside the property so we rented ebikes and biked along the waterfront which was a perfect way to spend a few hours. My only complaint is if you are staying on the 2nd or 3rd floor, it's a bit of a hike up the stairs with the suitcases but on the upside a great way to get exercise:)

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2021

Aaron

Amazing, do it!

Probably the best view we've ever had at a rental property. Fantastic communication. Comfortable beds. Huge bathroom. Tons of space to remote work. Great kitchenette. I can't recommend this spot enough

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Beautiful apartment with an amazing view to the river! Everything was perfect.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Great location and pleasant stay

Wonderful location with river view from kitchen nook/window. Self-service codes worked great and free parking was a big plus. Older building but that wasn't a problem in any way. We will definitely stay there again next time we are in Porto

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

THE VIEW WAS AWESOME, LOCATION WAS GREAT.
THE STEPS WERE NOT, BUT I UNDERSTAND.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Great access for the Port Houses of Gaia, and a short walk over the bridge to old Porto. It’s a very convenient location. Clean and well equipped apartment, very comfy bed and crisp sheets. There is some road noise, if your a light sleeper I would suggest ear plugs as the motor bikes are loud. Lovely hosts, most attentive, I would use again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2019

Mary

Beautiful apartment in great area, close to everything. Location allowed spectacular views of Porto and the river. Apartment was updated, clean and supplied with everything needed to cook your own meals. With all the great restaurants in the area we only cooked breakfast and ate while enjoying the view from the kitchen. Check in and parking seemed a bit confusing when we booked, but staff is on top of it and will contact you prior to your arrival with easy to follow instructions and stay in contact until you are settled. Everything went smoothly and we enjoyed our stay and were happy we chose to stay on this side of the river. Would highly recommend.

Leisure Family