Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 19 min drive
Coimbroes Station - 3 min drive
Valadares Station - 5 min drive
General Torres Station - 5 min drive
Ponte Arrábida Stop - 24 min walk
Bicalho Stop - 28 min walk
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Jeronymo - 14 min walk
Tomatino - 14 min walk
Brasa Rio - 14 min walk
Hard Stone - 14 min walk
About this property
Novotel Porto Gaia
Novotel Porto Gaia puts you within a 10-minute drive of Casa da Música and Ribeira Square. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
93 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, must present a valid identity card or passport with photo, or equivalent document (such as a birth certificate) at check-in. Per property policy, minors younger than 18 who are not accompanied by their parents should present a notarized permission letter from a parent or guardian. Additional check-in policies apply.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's games
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing lessons nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (646 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/games room
Bike parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-cm LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from March to September
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 303
Also known as
Novotel Gaia
Novotel Gaia Porto
Novotel Porto
Novotel Porto Gaia
Novotel Porto Hotel
Novotel Porto Hotel Gaia
Porto Gaia Novotel
Porto Novotel
Novotel Porto Gaia Hotel Vila Nova De Gaia
Novotel Porto Gaia Hotel
Novotel Porto Gaia Vila Nova De Gaia
Novotel Porto Gaia Hotel
Novotel Porto Gaia Vila Nova de Gaia
Novotel Porto Gaia Hotel Vila Nova de Gaia
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Porto Gaia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Porto Gaia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Novotel Porto Gaia?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Porto Gaia?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Porto Gaia?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Porto Gaia?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a 50% charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Novotel Porto Gaia?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Novotel Porto Gaia and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and an arcade. Novotel Porto Gaia also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Porto Gaia?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Novotel Porto Gaia like?
Novotel Porto Gaia is a short 17-minute walk from University of Porto and 17 minutes' walk from Arrabida Shopping.
Novotel Porto Gaia Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
KUNAL
KUNAL, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 August 2024
Pool is small and crowded but fine and not many in Porto.
BBQ night was poor. Should have gone out.
Room was fine.
Location is short Uber to everywhere but not mention walkable.
lyndon
lyndon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Beautiful hotel.
DAMARIS watiri
DAMARIS watiri, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 July 2024
Good value, but site only accessible by car.
Michael
Michael, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Close to lots of places of interest.
MAXFORD
MAXFORD, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 July 2024
Air conditioning was not good
Ummul
Ummul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 July 2024
Quiet and out of the way. Don’t expect city center, but Uber helps a lot. Breakfast was the same every day, save for one item (main) that changes.
You can’t bring your room towel to the pool. You have to buy a pool towel. It’s the hotel rule. I bought two. Guess what? You see many people who don’t follow that rule. They blatantly have their room towels out. Odds they enforcement of the rule? No.
Carl
Carl, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 June 2024
Mohammed
Mohammed, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 June 2024
Nice hôtel with amazing breakfast.
Catia
Catia, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 June 2024
Julio
Julio, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
Milton
Milton, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
23 May 2024
The staff are great but the building is dated and could use an update. The location is isolated so it is necessary to drive to find restaurants.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2024
I recommend it
Nice days to stay in this hotel
Close to downtown
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 May 2024
Good little hotel and facilities for young children. We had a lovely stay and would return. Only downside was the room was a bit small for the four of us but then again we were out and about for most of the days. Location good and only a €4 Uber ride into the old town
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
16 April 2024
A/C was not working properly. Room was not comfortable.
Marium
Marium, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 March 2024
Good
Mahtab
Mahtab, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
25 February 2024
Not Novotel standard
Hotel desperately need renovation.
Rooms and mattress we well used condition
Deepu
Deepu, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2024
Recommended for families
Very nice experience, great location and friendly staff
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2024
Lovely staff very friendly and helpfull !!
felicia
felicia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
17 October 2023
Tub was not safe to get in and out of. Way too high off ground.
Mark
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2023
Nice hotel, although not so easy to get to if you don't have a car.
Alastair
Alastair, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
7 October 2023
Esteban
Esteban, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 September 2023
The staff had a weird rude attitude throughout our stay. It isn’t exactly the nearest from the main area in Porto, but it worked for us for what we needed it.
Ivania
Ivania, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 September 2023
My family enjoyed the amenities of the hotel. It’s was a little disappointment to came to our room and not found it clean, specially the bathroom.