Title: GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116010000/116002400/116002378/55f3ff6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116010000/116002400/116002378/6364f58d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116010000/116002400/116002378/3fb3e40e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116010000/116002400/116002378/w1616h1080x4y0-9f04f1ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116010000/116002400/116002378/be81c764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral, GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral provides amenities such as laundry facilities. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen £179 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral Welcome to my apartment! Located on the ground floor, right by the D. Luís Bridge, this modern and tastefully decorated 50m² apartment is ideally positioned near many of the top attractions in Vila Nova de Gaia, including Porto Cathedral. The apartment features an open floor plan. The living room includes a comfortable sofa and a TV with access to multiple streaming options, perfect for watching your favourite shows. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials you need to prepare delicious meals, including a stove, oven, microwave, as well as cookware and cutlery. For your convenience, there is also a washing machine and ironing equipment to handle your laundry. Upstairs, the bedroom offers a double bed with hotel-quality linens for maximum comfort, along with a desk ideal for work or study. The bathroom comes with all the necessary amenities, including fresh towels and complimentary toiletries. The apartment is always professionally cleaned to ensure a comfortable stay. Enjoy your stay! Guests will have access to the entire home! We are GuestReady, a property manager, and we want to ensure your stay will be as smooth and comfortable as possible. We are available 24/7 should you need any assistance during your stay. Kindly note that this is a personal home, so please take good care of it as if it were your own. Located just across the Douro River from Porto’s historic centre, Calçada da Serra places you in the heart of Vila Nova de Gaia’s most iconic neighbourhoods. Just steps away from the famous Port wine cellars, scenic riverfront promenades, and the breathtaking views from the Dom Luís I Bridge, this area is perfect for travellers looking to explore local culture, cuisine, and history, all within walking distance. The property is easily accessible by public transport and car. The nearest metro station, Jardim do Morro (line D), is just a 6-minute walk. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is approximately a 25-minute drive from the property. This is a self-check-in property, and you will be requested to verify your identity before enter into the property. Check-in can be done from 3 PM, pending availability and confirmation. Once a reservation is confirmed, guests are requested to complete a guest registration form following the legal obligations stipulated by local authorities in Portugal. There is a zero-tolerance policy for smoking on the property. If our team discovers evidence that this rule has been breached (e.g., smoke smell, ashes, butts, etc.), we fully reserve the right to charge a €200 smoking fee at minimum. Please note that for stays longer than 30 nights, a fair use policy of the utilities will apply with a limit of 80€. For the first days, we provide the basic amenities: samples of shower gel, shampoo, soap, toilet paper, kitchen roll, sponge, dishwashing products and a bin bag. Extra keys: 20€ (extra pair of keys when available, lost keys or service to open the door during your stay). Extra cleaning with linen: the price of a cleaning fee. Extra Clothing: 30€ (Towels and sheets for 2pax, i.e. when the sofa bed is not included). ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - On a river ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as ec92c849-5b56-42e1-ae03-f52d8c0c69d4 ## About the area Located on a river, this apartment is in Santa Marinha, a neighbourhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rosa Mota Pavilion or Crystal Palace Gardens. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. 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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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-GuestReady-Charming-Retreat-Near-The-Cathedral.h116002378.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is GuestReady - Charming Retreat near the Cathedral located? > Located in Santa Marinha, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Duoro River, Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Porto Cathedral and Livraria Lello are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ribeira Station is only a 4-minute walk and Jardim do Morro Station is 6 minutes. ## Have a question? 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