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DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA

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Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA


My Oporto House is part of a restored building dated 1850, which is classified by UNESCO as World Heritage! Your luxury stay in Porto!

It's located in the heart of historic Oporto city centre, in Douro riverside quarter known as Ribeira, surrounded by the most beautiful and important sights of the city like Palace of Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace), S João Novo Palace, Dom Fernando Wall, S Francisco Church, Palace of Arts, Hard Club, Douro and Port Wines Institute, House of Henry - The Navigator, Ribeira riverside area, Dom Luis I Eiffel bridge and Port Wine Cellars. All that you want to see in Porto, just a few steps from your home!

In this quarter, you can stroll around the narrow twisting streets, enjoy the colorful facades of the houses, once painted once tiled, taste the most tipical food in busy 'tascas' or restaurants or take party in one of the most lively bars in Ribeira or 'Galerias de Paris'!

Despite its prime location, the house is situated in a very quiet and silent place, so the guests can have a good nights!


Outside the apartment, within walking distance there is a Bus stop, a Taxi terminal, a Porto Tram City Tour stop, a Bus City Tour stop, Guindais funicular, Douro's boat cruises, a Car park, Shops, Supermarket, a Police Station, a Municipal Tourism Office, Restaurants, Bars all you need in one place!

The apartment is 20 minutes by car from Sá Carneiro Airport and five minutes walking distance from train and Metropolitan Station San Bento.

You may are asking : Does Porto have a beach?
The answer is yes. A wonderful beach is just 15 minutes away, and it will make your stay unforgettable.

This is hands down the best area to stay in Porto!

Check-in and check-out times:
Delighted to be as flexible as possible, especially if the home is not rented for the same day. Send me your request, and I'll be thrilled to accommodate you!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
Water view

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Baby crib on request, without additional charge.
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Events

No events allowed
Respect and Silence are request to all inhabitants
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Forbidden to smoke inside apartment.
Extremely forbidden to change / move the furniture and house pieces from the place where they are, whether they are dining table, bed or rugs!
Respect silence during the night, particularly after 10 pm until 08 am. It's only allowed 2 guests maximum per stay! No child/baby under 10 years.
Check-In and Check-Out time: Could be very flexible, if house isn't rented for the same day. Please send a request.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Respect and Silence are request to all inhabitants
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 52314/AL

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Porto

Located on a river, this apartment is in Centro / Baixa, a neighbourhood in Porto. Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alfandega Congress Center or Crystal Palace Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ribeira Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Clerigos Tower - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Infante Stop - 2 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 10 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cask Beer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café São Nicolau - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tram - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Holy Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O Comercial - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA ?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA on 17 Apr 2026 start from £159, including 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.

How much is parking at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Church of Sao Francisco, Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Historic Center are also within 15 minutes. Infante Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Alfândega Stop is 7 minutes.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location easy to get anywhere in the city, host was help and fantastic and helpful. Enjoyed our stay in this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was outstanding--provided excellent local information as well as options for additional excursions and services. The unit was just like the pictures and near lots of restaurants and local sites. It was a great base for our exploration of Porto.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay central to the old town historic district. A great place to begin exploring Porto. Isabel was very helpful arranging experiences for us and even a driver to/from the apartment. Only downside was the heat seemed to be under repair during our stay, but Isabel left us with a room heater. There is a luggage locker right next door, lavanderia (laundry) just a few steps down the hill if you need to dry clothes. And all the restaurants and sights you could want within walking distance. Right down the hill is the Duoro River. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gianni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our week in Porto was made extra-special by our stay at this elegant, centrally located apartment. Our host Isabel was delightfully helpful with great restaurant recommendations and other advice to help make our stay a lovely one, welcoming us with port (of course!). We're very grateful to Isabel for her kind assistance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was warmly welcomed and immediately felt at home. The apartment is clean and stylish. You can’t ask for a better location and the balcony is a lovely bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special place to stay

Great host, great place, perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot, perfect host

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay - perfect location for walking to so many Porto sites but the best part was how helpful Isabel was in arranging tours, making suggestions and caring for us to whatever extent we wanted. We highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit to Porto.

Loved the whole stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay in Porto

A very nice studio apartment in a quiet part of town. Short walk to the river and some excellent food. We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Highly recommend staying at this amazing place. The location is perfect. The place is clean, very comfortable bed and linens. And the host is easy to contact and very helpful with great recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful and well-appointed studio apartment in the heart of the old town in Porto. The host is extremely helpful and quick to provide lots of information on the area, restaurants and things to do. We loved our stay! We arranged a wonderful day tour of the Douro Valley and transportation through our host. There is even a secure luggage storage location next door to this flat. Things could not have been easier for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are planning a trip to Porto and this property has shown up in your search then press that button now and do not miss out on your chance to stay here. Isabel is a world class host, arranging car service from the airport and providing a guidebook's worth of information on what to see and how to get there. Having morning coffee on that balcony is a wonderful experience. Don't miss out.Thank you Isabel for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space and extremely helpful host.

The apartment was fantastic and Isabel was simply delightful and made excellent restaurant recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stylish Apartment in Old Town Porto

Small but well-equipped and comfortable apartment ideally located in Porto’s historic center. Check-in was a breeze and owner arranged car service and provided many useful recommendations. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Isabel is a wonderful, gracious host and she gives helpful information regarding the area with things to do and places to eat. She was easy to reach in case we had questions. Her place is spotless and very comfortable, right in the heart of it all. Loved our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment in a great location

Isabel was extremely helpful from the moment I made the booking. Her recommendations were excellent and we booked a fantastic walking tour of Porto with Julio who was also excellent and extremely knowledgeable. I wish we could have stayed a lot longer! Thank you Isabel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tish s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Concierge included

Although we had rain, our stay was filled with memories due to the detailed planning of Isabelle. The accommodations were wonderful. The most comfortable of the many high end hotels we chose following Porto. The location was easy to navigate from on foot and of course Isabelle even provided an umbrella.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely flat in downtown Porto

Great place to stay to explore Porto. Not too far from the metro and train stations as well if you want to explore further abroad.Isabel is a fantastic host. She met us at the apartment and gave us some great recommendations in the areas as well for things to see and nearby restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful shortstay

Everything was perfect in the appartment and Isabel did a wonderful Job, perfect recommendations - THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

LeahNe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto Vacation

The property was great! Often the pictures of the property looks better in VRBO than they are but this property was accurate and did not disappoint. It was very nice with nice furnishings and supplies and clean. The hostess is wonderful, very helpful, quick to respond and one of the best I have ever dealt with!It’s in a great location too. I highly recommend staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment in great location

Isabel and her husband were very helpful. The small apartment has everything you need, well appointed and efficient. Very close to the river and sites with many great restaurants close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and perfect location in the old city. The host was wonderful - helpful suggestions and gracious manners.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A mother daughter break in Porto

We had the most amazing few days in Porto. Isabel was so helpful. The property was beautifully decorated and well kept. A real treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamid H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto

Fantastic location. Close to the Douro river and the wine caves. But what made our stay more enjoyable was all the attention and help from Isabel. We had a great stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow!

Isabel was an involved and informative host. Her place was incredibly clean and in a wonderful part of town. Her recommendations for food and activities were spot-on for an authentic and rich "taste" of Porto. Our stay in Porto was so much more full as a result of her expert input!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Isabel Vieira

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Since I was a little girl, I always dream travel all around the world, so I did it!

Now my dream is welcome my guests with all comfort and beauty which make their trip to Oporto an unforgettable experience!

A new dream is coming true!

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

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