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Novotel Porto Gaia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Ribeira Square

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Outdoor banquet area
Exterior detail
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
The price is CA $99
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - 13 Jan 2025

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
14 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
14 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
Lugar Das Chas, Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400

What's nearby

  • Casa da Música - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Livraria Lello - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ribeira Square - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 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 Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center. 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 travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 93 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • 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/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Stair-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 drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 check-out. 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 check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent 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, which 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 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 to 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 check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite 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 like cycling, boat tours, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. 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 onsite 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

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

KUNAL, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mogens, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

4/10 Fair

To provide some context I’m a Marriott person however in Portugal, Marriott would not allow a family of 4 to stay in 1 room. Therefore I booked Novotel in Gaia as they allowed it. Note I was coming from the Novotel from Lisbon (which I give it a 4 star and overall was very pleased with my stay) to the Novotel in Gaia/Porto, I was very disappointed (the service, room and overall ambience of this hotel is below Novotel standards especially when comparing to Lisbon). I read mixed reviews before booking but took the risk. This is at best a 2 star hotel with a very dated look and feel which is in need of serious upgrade. The rooms were small, very dated and the washroom was very uncomfortable. The vibe and feel is no where near a 4 or even 3 star hotel. The breakfast was decent though and the pool looked to be clean as families were enjoying it seemed compared to prior reviews I read. Also the location is away from all the action. I booked 4 nights at this hotel and within few hours of checking in I cancelled the rest of my stay and booked an Airnb in downtown Porto (Reiberio) walking distance to all the key sites and was a 2 bedroom apartment and was awesome. To confirm I stayed here for only 1 night. The front desk (Maria) was kind enough to cancel my reservation and was helpful. However if you are traveling with your family and want to enjoy a better experience? I would not recommend Novotel Gaia. If you are on a budget then this hotel might serve your purpose.
Rohit, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel.
DAMARIS watiri, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good value, but site only accessible by car.
Michael, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to lots of places of interest.
MAXFORD, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Air conditioning was not good
Ummul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

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, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Mohammed, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice hôtel with amazing breakfast.
Catia, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Julio, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Milton, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jo, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

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, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend it
Nice days to stay in this hotel Close to downtown
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

A/C was not working properly. Room was not comfortable.
Marium, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good
Mahtab, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Not Novotel standard
Hotel desperately need renovation. Rooms and mattress we well used condition
Deepu, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended for families
Very nice experience, great location and friendly staff
Lisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff very friendly and helpfull !!
felicia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Tub was not safe to get in and out of. Way too high off ground.
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, although not so easy to get to if you don't have a car.
Alastair, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Esteban, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review