Novotel Porto Gaia

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Vila Nova de Gaia hotel in São Pedro da Afurada with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Beach
Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Breakfast served
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Check out the area

Map
Lugar Das Chas, Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400
  • Popular LocationRibeira Square6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPorto Historic Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPorto Cathedral7 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)19 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.2/10 Very good

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.4/10 Very good

Highlights

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

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About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

A family-friendly stay in Vila Nova de Gaia awaits you at Novotel Porto Gaia. You'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Porto Historic Center and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Ribeira Square. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class São Pedro da Afurada hotel include Casa da Musica and Livraria Lello.

What's nearby

  • Casa da Musica - 4 min drive
  • Clerigos Tower - 5 min drive
  • Ribeira Square - 6 min drive
  • Porto Historic Center - 6 min drive
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Coimbroes Station - 3 min drive
  • Museu C. Elétrico Stop - 3 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jeronymo - 14 min walk
  • Talho Burger - 14 min walk
  • Taco Bell - 14 min walk
  • McDonald's - 14 min walk
  • Nespresso Boutique - 14 min walk

About this property

Novotel Porto Gaia

Family-friendly Vila Nova de Gaia hotel in São Pedro da Afurada with 2 outdoor swimming pools
As a guest of Novotel Porto Gaia, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Novotel Porto Gaia. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Vila Nova de Gaia hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Novotel Porto Gaia offers 93 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 40-cm LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 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
  • Free cot
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 14 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in September.
  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Novotel Porto Gaia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Porto Gaia on 2 Jun 2024 start from NZ$168.92, including 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 parking available at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yep, Novotel Porto Gaia has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Porto Gaia?

The closest beach to Novotel Porto Gaia is Matosinhos Beach (6.1 km).

Does Novotel Porto Gaia have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Novotel Porto Gaia has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from March to September.

Is Novotel Porto Gaia family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Porto Gaia is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Porto Gaia serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Porto Gaia?

No, Novotel Porto Gaia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Porto Gaia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Novotel Porto Gaia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 468 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews" "

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 Excellent

felicia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff very friendly and helpfull !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tub was not safe to get in and out of. Way too high off ground.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, although not so easy to get to if you don't have a car.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Esteban

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ivania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

DIANNA

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sebastien, Montreal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice, the room ok but the air conditioning was not perfectly working and was very slow. Pool was often crowded and we had an electricity shortage in the night and in the morning. I don’t know the cause but it tainted a little our stay.

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023