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Novotel Porto Gaia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour business center

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Breakfast served
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Interior entrance
Just a short distance from Porto Historic Center, Novotel Porto Gaia is perfect for families and couples. Start your day with breakfast at the restaurant, then relax by the pools or enjoy the peaceful garden. Kids stay entertained while parents connect using the WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is ￥12,379
￥13,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Novotel Porto Gaia is in São Pedro da Afurada, a neighborhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Traveling with kids? Consider Porto Botanical Garden and Crystal Palace Gardens. Windsurfing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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4400, Vila Nova de Gaia, Lugar Das Chas, Afurada

What's nearby

  • Casa da Música - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Livraria Lello - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ribeira Square - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Coimbroes Station - 3 min drive
  • Museu C. Elétrico Stop - 3 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O Forninho Da Afurada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Café Central da Afurada - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jeronymo - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Casa Moreira - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Novotel Porto Gaia

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Ribeira Square
A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Novotel Porto Gaia. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • An elevator, 4 meeting rooms, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bidets
  • 40-cm LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 646 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Children aged 15 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to September
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Porto Gaia?

As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Porto Gaia on Nov 1, 2025 start from ￥12,379, excluding taxes and fees. 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Novotel Porto Gaia pet-friendly?

Yes, Novotel Porto Gaia allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a 50% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel Porto Gaia located?

This family-friendly Vila Nova de Gaia hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Arrabida Shopping, Porto Botanical Garden, and University of Porto. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ponte Arrábida Stop is 24 minutes by foot and Bicalho Stop is 28 minutes.

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Novotel Porto Gaia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 414 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 441 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pedro Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Zona tranquila para visitar Oporto en Taxi
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Como siempre un placer. El hotel ya tiene sus años pero da gusto volver, el personal da gusto. Buena localización, cerca de Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I likes everything about my stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iván

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy agusto con todo .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ludovico

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very dated ! no coffee in rooms , restaurant very limited food and very expensive , staff doesn't speak english i would not recommend or stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with parking if you are driving up from Lisbon to Porto. Quick Uber to the Riberia area of Porto
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was great! However, the hotel restaurant had limited food options and the price was expensive. The hotel room was very small and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel excelente, pero un poco alejado de Oporto
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

NERTILA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Struttura molto datata tranne la reception
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

It was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIN HYUK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
직권들이 친철하고 아늑한 분위기가 좋았어요
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Catia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hôtel with amazing breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

NERTILA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Non è un 4 stelle ma un 2. Camere molto datate. Colazione con poco assortimento. Pulizia ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel é bom , tivemos problema c ar cond. No primeiro dia … mas logo foi resolvido ! Quarto espaçoso…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAMARIS watiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUBENS AUGUSTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel dentro do padrao Novotel. Cafe da manha excelente, recomendo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Günter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches Personal und Top Unterkunft!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend it

Nice days to stay in this hotel Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo atendimento Atendente do restaurante Ricardo Pereira muito atencioso e gentil
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended for families

Very nice experience, great location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Jan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Afgelegen en porto slecht bereikbaar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAXFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to lots of places of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rien à dire

Hôtel bien placé, parking et équipement adéquat pour un novotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous waitstaff, great pool area, and great dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hemos estado en Novotel con mejores habitaciones, por lo demás genial
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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