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The Happy Sailor

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a bridge in the background, and calm water reflecting the sky.
A compact kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a small countertop. A potted plant is on the countertop, and the name 'NAMAST' is visible on the wall.
A compact, well-lit interior with wooden paneling, a central table, cushioned seating, and a decorative hanging.
A cozy cabin interior with a white cushioned bench, beige pillows, a small fan, a fire extinguisher, and a wooden panel wall.
A boat's interior with a wooden deck, a small window, and a white wall with a skull decoration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

Explore the area

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Viana do Castelo, Viana do Castelo
  • Place, Republic Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Capela de Nossa Senhora de Agonia
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanctuary of Santa Luzia
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Viana do Castelo

At this houseboat you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Igreja Matriz and Republic Square. Highlights at this houseboat include a kitchenette. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Viana do Castelo houseboat include Palácio da Carreira and Centro Cultural de Viana do Castelo.
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What's nearby

  • Igreja Matriz - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Republic Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capela de Nossa Senhora de Agonia - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museu de Artes Decorativas - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sanctuary of Santa Luzia - 7 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Viana do Castelo Station - 16 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Girassol - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beira Rio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe D. Sancho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Brazil - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Happy Sailor

The Happy Sailor offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Viana do Castelo houseboat is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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 cash
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
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 cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 00000

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Happy Sailor?

The closest beach to The Happy Sailor is Cabedelo Beach (2.6 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy Sailor?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy Sailor on 15 Sept 2026 start from NZ$207, 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.

Does The Happy Sailor have a pool?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Happy Sailor?

No, The Happy Sailor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Happy Sailor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Happy Sailor?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Happy Sailor Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joao carlos P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent super endroit la marina est super calme le bateaux très propre rien a dire
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026