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Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace

Apartment with kitchen, near Porto Historic Center

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Room
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Porto, Porto
  • Place, Bolhao Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida dos Aliados
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace

Summary:

Discover the Central Secret Terrace, a charming apartment in the heart of Porto, perfect for families and friends. Enjoy a prime location, ideal for exploring the city and creating unforgettable memories.



The Space:

The apartment features a spacious central terrace, perfect for relaxing. There are two en-suite bedrooms: one with a Queen-size bed and the other with two single beds.



The living room is comfortable and inviting, while the kitchen comes fully equipped with a dining table. There is also an additional guest bathroom stocked with all amenities.



For your comfort, the apartment includes air conditioning, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a Smart TV with cable channels, and Wi-Fi.



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the entire apartment, including both en-suite bedrooms, the guest bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, the living area, and the terrace. Make yourself at home and enjoy all our amenities, including air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV, and a full kitchen.



The Neighborhood:

The apartment is located on the vibrant Rua de Santo Ildefonso, right in the heart of Porto. Just steps away, you’ll find a variety of renowned restaurants and bars, especially in the lively Poveiros area. For an authentic gastronomic experience, don’t miss local favorites like Casa Guedes, O Buraquinho, Venham Mais 5, or Escondidinho.



Getting around is easy: the Bolhão metro station is just a 5-minute walk away. Within walking distance, you can explore the historic Ribeira district, cross the iconic Luís I Bridge, stroll along the Gaia riverside, and enjoy a Port wine tasting at the famous cellars.



For a scenic day trip, catch the 500 bus from São Bento Station; it follows a beautiful route along the Douro River all the way to the Foz oceanfront and Matosinhos beaches.



Getting Around:

Located in the heart of Porto, this apartment offers easy access to public transport and the city's main landmarks. Both Bolhão and Campo 24 de Agosto metro stations are just a 5-minute walk away, providing quick connections across the city and directly to the airport.



For those traveling by car, paid parking is available nearby. The famous Avenida dos Aliados is less than a 10-minute walk away, and the popular Rua de Santa Catarina is just 5 minutes from your doorstep—making it the perfect base for exploring the city.



Other Things to Note:

In order to make Porto more attractive, the municipal tourism tax has been implemented. The fee of €3.00 included in the price of the stay applies to guests over 13 years old. It is charged per person and per night, up to a maximum of 7 consecutive nights (conditions subject to change by local legislation at the time of booking and/or check-in).



This fee is charged per person, per night, for a maximum of 7 nights.

House Rules & Fees :

Smoking Policy

There is a zero-tolerance policyfor smoking on the property. If our team finds evidence that this rule has been violated (e.g., smoke odor, ashes, cigarette butts, etc.), a minimum fine of €200 will be applied.



Late Check-Out

If you require a late check-out, please contact our team to check availability. Note that an unauthorized stay past the check-out time, might result in an extra charge (10% of the daily rate, per hour, up to one day).



Lost or Forgotten Keys

- Lost keys: A replacement fee will be charged (cost upon request).

- Keys left inside the apartment: A €40 fee will apply for our team’s assistance after 7:00 PM.

- Keys left in the door lock (requiring technical intervention): Cost upon request.



Utility Limit for Long Stays (28+ nights)

For stays 28 nights or longer, utility costs (water, electricity, internet/TV package) are capped at €190. Any exceeding amount will be charged to the guest.



Property Inspections

The tenant agrees to allow the host’s representative to enter the property upon request for inspections. Monthly visits are scheduled for this purpose.



Important Notice

There is ongoing construction near the apartment, causing noise between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Unfortunately, this is beyond our control and may impact your stay. We prioritize **transparency** to ensure that guest expectations are met.



Our mission is to make sure that Liiiving is easy.



Interaction with Guests:

We are here to help throughout your stay. You can reach us anytime through the messaging platform or by phone, and we always strive to respond as quickly as possible.

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Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 61074/AL

About the area

Porto

Located in Porto, this apartment is in the city centre. 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 Crystal Palace Gardens or Rosa Mota Pavilion.
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Porto, Porto

What's nearby

  • Bolhao Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avenida dos Aliados - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porto City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop - 5 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 10 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Guedes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Armazém da Cerveja - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Combi Coffee Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grill It - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Molete - Bread & Breakfast - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Liiiving in Porto | Central Secret Terrace located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Porto Coliseum, Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 1 mile (2 km). Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Batalha Stop is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

probably the nicest city VRBO we've stayed in

lovely and large, located within walking distance of the sights in Porto; definitely will stay here the next time we are in Porto
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqueline V.

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful spot. Great amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

Great place

We really liked the apartment! It was large, comfortable and perfect for our group. It has a nice outdoor patio and the beds were comfortable with a/c on every room. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Great Location

A great location for a stay in Porto. The apartment is as shown in the photos
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline & Leslie C.

Convenient, comfy place to stay.

Modern conveniences in Porto. Loved the location and it was safe. Place was clean and well maintained. Would stay again if we visit Porto in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Walk to Everything

Great location, spacious apartment
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

We had a great stay in Porto

The apartment was great! The beds were comfortable, plenty of pillows, the sheets & towels were nice, the kitchen was well equipped, the apartment had natural light from the center courtyard, the bathrooms had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. The apartment is close to a full size grocery store, the sushi restaurant next door was so good, we were walking distance from wonderful cafes, restaurants and beautiful sights. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Cherie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto

Interesting property, comfortable beds. Great area. Rugs were dirty, kitchen very poorly supplied, an easy chair was worn thru. Could have used a thorough cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great downtown location.

Really enjoyed our stay here. Great proximity to various places in Porto (parked the car the whole time). Usually there should be a couple of dishwasher packets (none provided) but maybe would have been brought if we had reached out. We were on the lower floor so we could hear footsteps above early morning so that may be a problem for some.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby C.

Beautiful apartment and well-situated

This is a great apartment, beautifully decorated. We enjoyed our stay. We discovered one of the bathrooms had a leak in the ceiling from the apartment above. The Liiiving Team managed to fix the leak right away and even repainted the ceiling -- all in one afternoon. The location of the apartment was in a great area, out of the tourist fray, near great restaurants and shopping. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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

Hidden Gem in the City

The property is exactly as described. It is on the first level and the only drawback is that it doesn’t get a lot of natural light and lacks a view. However, we were there to see Porto so spent most of the time sightseeing. We also had a car and there is an underground lot about 1 block away. The apartment is also very convenient to specialty shops, restaurants and markets.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anadi R.

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

Wonderful Porto trip!

This was clearly one of better properties we had stayed at in terms of all it had to offer. Very nice apartment in the middle of the city with great rooms with great distribution of the whole apartment. Everything worked flawlessly for us! The only issue was to find a place to park but since we came in ‘not peak’ season, we did manage to park on the street and pay the nominal fee required. An app to pay helped. The whole family enjoyed Porto, its architecture, its sense of style and most importantly many of the great restaurants. Where we stayed clearly helped,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Secret Terrace

Overall very spacious and well located. All bedding and towels very clean. Very quiet. A few constructive criticisms: - no bedside tables - showers do not drain properly - dishwasher temperamental - no tea towels or oven gloves - sometimes fatty smell from restaurant next door - insufficient crockery which meant dishwasher has to be used more frequently - bathroom washbasin plugs do not allow for holding water - no instructions regarding disposal of rubbish - safe was locked and could not be opened - informed office but situation not resolved
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos P.

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

Great location and apartment to enjoy Porto

Our family enjoyed our stay here. Lots of space in the living area and courtyard and two bedrooms. 2.5 bathrooms was nice. Showers were nice. Location was convenient to walk to main areas but also had a local vibe so you didn’t feel totally overwhelmed by tourists. The square down the road had some yummy tapas places and the pastry shop across the street was great. Only thing to be aware of is there is lots of activity right above so you hear foot traffic (quite a bit). The good news was we didn’t hear it while trying to sleep and the bedrooms were quiet and comfortable. Overall I’d recommend it - great place to base a stay in Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Evaluation

A spacious ,comfortable and well equipped flat.The secret terrace however was a bit disappointing,we did not use it much.The area had a certain local flavour with restaurants,shops and grocery stores.We liked it very much.Our only complaint is that the code system for unlocking the entrance door to the flat functioned poorly.The staff helped us quickly with proper keys and a few other minor problems.Very handy to have the liiving help centre within walking distance when chequing out,they stored our luggage and ordered taxi for us.Very service minded and friendly staff
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga H.

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

El apartamento muy bonito

Todo fue fenomenal, sitio muy céntrico y tranquilo, al apartamento no le faltaban detalles, muy recomendable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

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

Lovely apartment.

Great location for us and feeling of being a local. Perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Perfect Porto apartment!

My husband and I spent three nights at the Porto Central Secret Terrace in mid-September and it was fantastic. Everything was as nice as you see in the photos and the team was very responsive and easy to work with. They also have a really great app with information about things to do and places to eat around Porto--I highly recommend checking it out. The bed was very comfortable as was the sitting area and the air conditioning worked well, which was needed during our stay. We also found it to be conveniently located for the things that we wanted to do. We didn't use the kitchen at all since there is so much great food to be found in Porto, but it was well equipped. I only wish we had stayed longer and would definitely stay here again on a future trip to Porto.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

Tres bonne réception Humberto ! et qualité du condo

Un seul mot. MAGNIFIQUE !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

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