Title: The House of Sandeman Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=22520628&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The House of Sandeman Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant ## Photo gallery for The House of Sandeman ![Superior Room, River View | View from room - The House of Sandeman (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/8206cb81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - The House of Sandeman (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/f52e7a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, River View | City view - The House of Sandeman (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/648772ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The House of Sandeman (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/fb7b9818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing - The House of Sandeman (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/84a3d72a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The House of Sandeman in central Porto offers a restaurant, bar, and terrace. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, bike rentals to explore nearby Ribeira Square, and a quality breakfast. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff. 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785 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests) | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/d64c75e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (7 Guests) ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains 2 bathrooms Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 657 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Small Room ![Small Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/c5f5bb09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Small Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Espresso maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/d26d9ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Espresso maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, River View ![Superior Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/a8c524ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, River View 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker Desk - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, River View ![Deluxe Room, River View | Individually decorated, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22530000/22520700/22520628/159ef3e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, River View ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Espresso maker Daily housekeeping - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and wedding services - Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a front desk safe - Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services - Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=42639731&PinnedHotelID=42639731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 6 to 10 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The George ### Things to do - TV in common areas - Wine tours ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Wedding services ### Outdoors - On a river - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 floors - Built in 1797 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board on request - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 6 to 10 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector Property Registration Number 871/16 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as House Sandeman Hostel Vila Nova de Gaia House Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia The House of Sandeman Hostel & Suites Vila Nova de Gaia House Sandeman Hostel The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites House Sandeman House Sandeman Vila Nova Gaia The House of Sandeman Hostel The House of Sandeman Hostel Suites The House of Sandeman Vila Nova de Gaia The House of Sandeman Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The House of Sandeman pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The House of Sandeman? ### What time is check-in at The House of Sandeman? ### What time is check-out at The House of Sandeman? ### Where is The House of Sandeman located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The House of Sandeman Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 242 8 - Good 39 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely staff, unique and comfy beds, excellent breakfast, and enjoyable atmosphere ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Asia 2 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Will definitely be coming back here. My first hostel I’ve ever stayed in and the views were amazing and staff was so friendly and welcoming. ##### Asia Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathy 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property and staff were great ##### Kathy Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ebubekir 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was great experience by staying in Sandeman hostel. Next time I guess I’ll book one room instead of share dorm room because some people are not ready for share dorm rooms! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d03c7578-bee1-4ede-85a5-b1b1ffe5d353-1762473047381.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14843f53-8437-44ae-aceb-fa9aa1920cfc-1762473051271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4fc0e827-ed42-4d27-8832-a42b6cedd5c9-1762473053608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/82099232-ff3f-430c-95a5-0310d0f3af1d-1762473055794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ebubekir Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and great breakfast! ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stanley 24 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The riverview room are very good. Staff are friendly and breakfast is great. ##### Stanley Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Judith 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I was pleasantly suprised, this was a really good hostel. Great location, clean, safe, you actually get enough space to yourself without feeling invaded. I got the 1 bed in 7bedroom space. Definitely worth your money. The only downside is the breakfast is a bit limited, but you can always order and pay for more options ##### Judith Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sian 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved my stay at Sandeman. Room was really lovely, view across the river gorgeous, shower brilliant. Nice location and loved the lounge area. Staff I interacted with were also very lovely. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/64a392e3-226d-49d2-b220-1b907ef64597-1757777677515.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aec7d78b-fd51-471d-baa5-9e3bf18f7c94-1757777677526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/20565b0e-507d-4296-9870-f305d3bff4cf-1757777677622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1c854fea-0b05-412c-8cfb-7f53d13f4b54-1757777677640.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sian Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristopher 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was by far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! The staff were incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, and the facilities were spotless and beautifully designed. I’ll absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to friends and family. Thank you for a wonderful, albeit short, experience! ##### Kristopher Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing stay! The staff was great, especially the staff with blonde-ish white hair, they truly made the whole stay very comfortable. This has been my favourite hostel I’ve ever stayed at and the wine was fantastic :) ##### Nancy Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vittorio 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is amazing, great value for money ##### Vittorio Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SHOMA 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great! ##### SHOMA Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### umesh 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best views of Porto Excellent location with the best views of Porto from our room. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Our breakfast was excellent. The hotel has a wine cellar for tours, it also offers tours and other services (at discounted rates). I'd definitely stay again if back in Porto. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/93f47450-d60e-4f3e-a737-13c11d7a4cc6-1754460401110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5af1308-0a5a-43a7-b2dc-78817d99a2d5-1754460401149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13349644-7cf1-4462-b447-6b329ca0316c-1754460401019.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### umesh Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vittorio 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is perfect, and the hostel is amazing. Great value for money ##### Vittorio Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danilo 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing place, amazing staff. Beds were amazing too! ##### Danilo Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Behrouz 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean comfortable with nice staff. ##### Behrouz Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gulseren 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful great location excellent ##### Gulseren Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### James 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The stay is okay. It is overpriced for next day booking for a stay. The bedding is great. They introduce a €5 deposit for a towel and it might create a trade for some. My wet towel was missing during my sleep, luckily the staff gave me another fresh towel otherwise I would lose my deposit and someone else might love my et towel smell and got €5 out of it ##### James Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Petter 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice and clean. Perfect location. ##### Petter Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deepak 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very nice hotel Super friendly staff, very clean, comfortable bed and location by the river ##### Deepak Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justine 17 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms and bathrooms are very well kept and clean, the lounge is great and the staff is very kind. I recommend it to everyone who wants to travel in a hostel, it feels like a hotel! ##### Justine Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sangmi 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was perfect. We stayed in a River View room and loved watching the sunset and Porto’s night lights right from our window — no need to go out to enjoy the view. The room was spotless and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful. If we visit beautiful Porto again, we’d definitely stay here again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ab2acc62-2b11-4f21-b138-d9b8a0573684-1751506461569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### sangmi Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marissa 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly, helpful staff and service, chill and comfortable atmosphere, perfect location. ##### Marissa Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATSY 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Location in the heart of the port wine district and at the river boat moorings. Also has great tastings next door. ##### PATSY Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holger 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great!!!! ##### Holger Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Carris Porto Ribeira](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-Carris-Porto-Ribeira.h4122004.Hotel-Information) > > [Renaissance Porto Lapa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Renaissance-Porto-Lapa-Hotel.h91416842.Hotel-Information) > > [HF Ipanema Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-HF-Ipanema-Park.h917522.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Park-Hotel-Porto-Aeroporto.h4916543.Hotel-Information) > > [The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-The-Editory-House-Ribeira-Porto-Hotel.h14983095.Hotel-Information) > > [BessaHotel Baixa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-BessHotel-Baixa.h41334099.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Moon & Sun Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-Moon-Sun-Porto.h31705361.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-InterContinental-Porto-Palacio-Das-Cardosas.h4272605.Hotel-Information) > > [Grande Hotel do Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Grande-Hotel-Do-Porto.h21759.Hotel-Information) > > [Eurostars Porto Douro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Eurostars-Porto-Douro.h15051013.Hotel-Information) > > [Timbre Virtudes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-Das-Virtudes.h91786964.Hotel-Information) > > [Outsite Porto Mouco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-Mouco.h65705276.Hotel-Information) > > [PortoBay Flores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-PortoBay-Flores.h36260275.Hotel-Information) > > [Pur Oporto Boutique Hotel by Actahotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Puro-Porto-Boutique-Hotel.h48735203.Hotel-Information) > > [PortoBay Teatro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-PortoBay-Hotel-Teatro.h3437750.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Porto Centro Aliados](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Mercure-Porto-Centro-Aliados.h56524398.Hotel-Information) > > [Jardins do Porto by Unlock Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Jardins-Do-Porto-Boutique-Guest-House.h76777436.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Sheraton-Porto-Hotel-Spa.h980783.Hotel-Information) > > [HF Fénix Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-HF-Fenix-Porto.h900087.Hotel-Information) > > [Torel Avantgarde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Torel-AvantGarde.h19121961.Hotel-Information) > > [Portus Cale Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Portus-Cale-Hotel.h694681.Hotel-Information) > > [Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Pestana-Vintage-Porto-Hotel-World-Heritage-Site.h583631.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Hotel Porto Jardim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-NH-Hotel-Porto-Jardim.h35155861.Hotel-Information) > > [UMA Santa Catarina - Pool & Fitness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Oporto-Collection-Santa-Catarina-Pool-And-Fitness-Adults-Only.h33336609.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Collection Porto Batalha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-NH-Collection-Porto-Batalha.h9688666.Hotel-Information) > > [My Ribeira Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-My-Ribeira-Guest-House.h12430808.Hotel-Information) > > [Neya Porto Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Neya-Porto-Hotel.h47076995.Hotel-Information) > > [d'Alma Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-DAlma-Boutique-Hotel.h92332296.Hotel-Information) > > [Torel Palace Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Torel-Palace-Porto.h36844696.Hotel-Information)