A family-friendly stay in Vila Nova de Gaia awaits you at Novotel Porto Gaia. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find University of Porto and Arrabida Shopping. 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. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 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 Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center.
What's nearby
Arrabida Shopping - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
University of Porto - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Cais de Gaia - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Crystal Palace Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Casa da Música - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Coimbroes Station - 3 min drive
Museu C. Elétrico Stop - 3 min drive
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Café Central da Afurada - 11 min walk
Restaurante Casa Moreira - 11 min walk
O Forninho Da Afurada - 11 min walk
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Casa do Pescador - 11 min walk
About this property
Novotel Porto Gaia
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 24-hour business centre
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.
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 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
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
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
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 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 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 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 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: 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 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
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 17 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 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
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.
Property Registration Number 303
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
Up to 2 children aged 15 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
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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 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Porto Gaia on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$136.21, 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 Carneiro Beach (2.9 km).
Does Novotel Porto Gaia have a pool?
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 April 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 weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 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.