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The 10 Best Hostels in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

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The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites 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.

First I weel started with a big thanks for all the staff from the Reseption to the Restaurant staff and big Thanks for the Haygine Team they really do fantastic work Very polite young Team they really do excellent work Big Bravo 👏 and keep it up

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9.4
Superb
1,843 reviews
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£32
per night

Set in Vila Nova de Gaia, Douro Garden & Rooftop - Alojamento Local has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from D. Luis I Bridge.

You can play table tennis at the hostel.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

Featuring a garden with panoramic views of Oporto, the Porto Gaia Hostel offers a seating area outdoors. This modern hostel is just 150 metres from Douro River and offers a shuttle service.

Hostel Gaia Porto offers modern rooms and dormitories with free Wi-Fi. Some rooms include a balcony with city views and some also have a private bathroom.

Stayed here again after many years, and I liked it.

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8.5
Very good
1,045 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, 1.4 km from D. Luis I Bridge, Origami Porto Residência & Hostel features views of the city. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.

Absolutely fantastic - one of the best places we have ever stayed in. The host is a really nice, friendly and caring person, and stayed and chatted with us and another guest for ages while we were having breakfast. The room was lovely and the WiFi excellent (I needed it for work), but best of all was the breakfast, which was varied, generous and copious - and as an added bonus the host went out specially to get fresh bread. In fact I ought to explain, in response to people who have said they didn't like the breakfast being available from a fixed time, that this is because that is when the bakery opens!! I don't mind waiting a few minutes for my breakfast if the reward is fresh, warm bread! The apartment is also close to the centre of Porto and the amazing bridge over the Douro river - a 15-minute walk or a 3-minute cheap tram ride. It is in a residential block with an underground car park, which was great because we had a rental car and didn't want it to get damaged by being parked on the street. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Porto (and I hope we do!). Thanks for a wonderful stay!

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8.8
Fabulous
482 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Douro Surf Hostel is located in Vila Nova de Gaia, 300 metres from Port Wine Cellars and Douro River.

Certain units include a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Douro Surf Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is provided.

Wonderful, cozy little hostel close to the riverside in Porto! Very friendly staff, clean, well equipped, and the 4bed wave dorm was especially nice! Surf lessons we're easy to arrange and the staff was very accommodating and communicative!

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8.2
Very good
261 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Situated within 3.4 km of D. Luis I Bridge, Angel by Prada City House in Vila Nova de Gaia has a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is set 4.9 km from Oporto Coliseum, 5.4 km from Sao Bento Metro Station and 5.4 km from Sao Bento Train Station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at the hostel have a sea view. The rooms have bed linen.

Good location, and the rooms are very clean.

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7.5
Good
106 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Situated in Vila Nova de Gaia, within 3.8 km of D. Luis I Bridge and 5.6 km of Oporto Coliseum, Hostel Summer House features accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 6.1 km from Sao Bento Metro Station, 6.2 km from Sao Bento Train Station and 6.7 km from Campanha Train Station. Ribeira Square is 6.8 km from the hostel and Palacio da Bolsa is 6.9 km away.

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6.7
Review score
15 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Attractively situated in Porto, The Central House Porto Ribeira features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 100 metres from Ribeira Square, 400 metres from Palacio da Bolsa and 300 metres from Ferreira Borges Market. The accommodation provides karaoke and a 24-hour front desk.

I loved the location, everything was perfectly clean , beautiful and convinient. It was actually my first hostel experience and i didnt feel the rest of the girls at all. Would definetely recommend this place

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8.6
Fabulous
3,242 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Attractively set in the centre of Porto, Lost Inn Porto Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Ribeira Square, 600 metres from Palacio da Bolsa and 400 metres from Ferreira Borges Market. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

The people was very helpfull and the general installetion we outstanding. Love the free sangría.

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9.1
Superb
2,321 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Onefam Ribeira is attractively situated in the centre of Porto, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around less than 1 km from Palacio da Bolsa, a 8-minute walk from Ferreira Borges Market and 800 metres from Oporto Coliseum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Sao Bento Metro Station, Sao Bento Train Station and Ribeira Square. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 17 km from Onefam Ribeira.

Location is amazing, the staff it's simply great, and so are the people you meet. I had the most fun, one of the best hostel around

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9.2
Superb
1,043 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    •Great location (right next to the river, metro stop close by even if after a bit of a climb) •Amazing staff •Comfy beds •Safe space for solo travelers •OK breakfast (small variety but tasty and can order and pay for cooked breakfast items) •Can leave luggage after check out to pick up later •Great view out of the common room
    Viktoriya Velikova
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    This place was the best hostel for the same price i paid in other cities. I have been to 5 hostels during this trip in Spain and Portugal. Team is great. Unfortunatelly i didn't ask the name of the gentlemen at the reception but he is very accommodative and valuable Sandeman teammember. All speak English very well which makes communication simple and clear. Very picturesque view from dining room window and atmosphere is relaxing and calming. They have welcome drink, also tea time for free. Breakfast is great!
    Dinara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    This is the best hostel i have been to. And i have done two interrail trips around Europe, probably visiting at least 30+ hostels. The location is wonderful, everybody in the staff is super nice, they have all the things you need at a good backpacker hostel, great breakfast and great dinners at affordable prices.
    Isak
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 262 reviews
    I loved everything about this hostel. Top location (right next to Cais de Gaia), super friendly hosts (Dina and Eduarda were helpful and gave me amazing tips on what to visit in Gaia and Porto), the dormitory was warm and very clean, the pressure of the showers was great. The vibe is a thing, you meet super cool people. I truly loved the experience.
    marianamfcastro
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    Everything Best hostel ever in every way. Thanks!
    Daniel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    This was the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in - brilliant location, based in an historic port lodge - it felt like a four star hotel rather than a hostel
    Chris
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    Wow, where do I begin. The welcome by staff was so lovely, they ate so friendly and helpful. The building itself is stunning, it is beautifully decorated. The dorm rooms are lovely, beds so cute. Breakfast was delicious. This is definitely one of the best hostels I have stayed in. The staff are excellent
    Nicola
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    A great hostel. The staff were so friendly and super helpful. The hostel is clean and felt safe for a solo traveller. It's also centrally located and has a amazing view. The breakfast was really good. As was the evening meal.
    Pollyappleseed
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. I almost didn’t even want to explore the city because I didn’t want to leave the hostel. Highly recommend staying here! Fantastic atmosphere, great location, beds insanely comfortable, breakfast great!!!
    Melissa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £205.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,843 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have stayed in. The beds are huge, and really cool. But what really set it apart was the communal dinners and breakfasts on offer, as a solo traveller this was a great way to meet new people. Loved my stay here.
    Laura
    Solo traveller

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