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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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Novotel Porto Gaia

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

Overview of Novotel Porto Gaia

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Highlight
  • Offers an outdoor pool. Only 5% of properties have this in Vila Nova de Gaia.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Lugar Das Chas, Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400
  • Popular LocationRecanto1 min walk
  • Popular LocationArrabida Shopping17 min walk
  • Popular LocationPr. da Liberdade Stop6 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)19 min drive
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Room options

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
14 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
14 bedrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed - single
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Novotel Porto Gaia is in São Pedro da Afurada, a neighborhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Historic Center are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping. 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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What's nearby

  • Casa da Musica - 4 min drive
  • Livraria Lello - 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 Airport (OPO) - 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

Upscale family-friendly hotel located in São Pedro da Afurada
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, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • An elevator, barbecue grills, and wedding services
  • 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

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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 breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends; 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 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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 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
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 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 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 September, EUR 2.00 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 14 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 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

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 Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Porto Gaia on May 6, 2024 start from $91.52, 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). Bicalho Stop is 28 minutes by foot.

Novotel Porto Gaia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 471 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 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

4/10 Poor

Marium

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A/C was not working properly. Room was not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mahtab

Traveled with family
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

felicia

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Sebastien, Montreal

Traveled 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.