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Perfect for those in need of an adults-only holiday, this hostel/youth hostel is located about 800 m from the centre of Vila Nova de Gaia. Porto (OPO) Airport is 12 km away.
The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. A baggage storage service and a safe are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The hostel offers a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Rooms have a double bed or a queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. A telephone and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and include a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hostel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
The sports and entertainment facilities at the hostel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hostel, including cycling/mountain biking, a gym, a spa and hiking.
The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals.
Largo Miguel Bombarda, 67
Check-in from 3:00 PM · check-out by 12:00 PM
Excellent
179 reviewsUser: Lynne M
Trip type: Couples
Very enjoyable and comfortable staff
Stayed 4 nights in a river view suite with a fabulous view across the river to Porto. The very clean room was great with comfy bed and large bathroom. Breakfast was very nice and served fresh. Location was great. Reception staff very helpful. Cleaning staff ex…
User: solaenbici
Trip type: Solo travel
Zero empathy – beautiful building, ugly heart
I'm extremely disappointed with Sandeman House. I will never return. I was in the middle of a move. I contacted the hostel beforehand and asked if I could bring a bicycle inside a box plus a surfboard. They said yes – the box could stay in the female dorm. But…
User: Roving03443778842
Trip type: Solo travel
A very good experience
A very nice hostel, nice and comfortable beds, it was able to draw curtains to get more privacy, fresh toilets, good towels and bedsheets. Nice personell and very good breakfast. Perfect location near to the Don Luis-bridge as well as all the port wines houses…
User: Paweł Z
Trip type: Solo travel
Overall - 10/10 Marta - 12/10 (!)
Hi,I rarely ever give comments but I had truly great stay at Sandeman Hostel.Location is great, the house itself is beautiful renovated, the cleaning Ladies makes the place cleaner than hospital operation room... Staff is Super friendly and helpful. And price,…
User: Gareth W
Trip type: Couples
Best place to stay in a trip to Porto
What a place to stay, we stayed in one of the river view rooms and woke up every morning opened the shutters and had the best outlook you could. My wife stated it is one of the few places she has been where she felt comfortable from the outset. Staff were atte…
