Is Douro, Ribeira and D Luiz Bridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Douro, Ribeira and D Luiz Bridge located?

Located in Santa Marinha, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Sandeman Cellars, Porto Historic Center, and Ribeira Square. Porto Cathedral and Livraria Lello are also within 1 mi (2 km). Ribeira Station is only a 4-minute walk and Jardim do Morro Station is 6 minutes.

Douro, Ribeira and D Luiz Bridge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie O.

May 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This was the perfect place to explore Porto. Close to many walkable attractions. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Ted G., Altamont, New York

Oct 31, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Sadly, Not A Positive Review

As a five-star VRBO host myself, I know something of industry standards and this property barely measured up. Yes, the view of Porto was nothing less than spectacular, the location terrific, the lodgings as advertised ( Though it would have been nice if napkins, paper towels, directions for a laundromat, and other essentials had been provided for.) The real disappointment was the host - if you can call him that. He lives two minutes walk from the apartment but could not be bothered to welcome us. His directions to the apartment were awful- he said it was across from an address that no longer exists. We were lost for twenty minutes. His instructions for parking were so vague and ambiguous that our car was towed and vandalized. It cost us $220 to get our car out of impoundment and we had to spend five hours with the police. The host knew our car had been towed ( he insisted that his instructions clearly indicated we were to enter a garage at the site- I am not a stupid guy. I have lived in Half dozen countries and know how to read instructions- his were vague.) Even knowing our car had been towed, he never offered to help us recover it (unless scribbling the number for the local police counts as help.) He never followed up to see if we had gotten the car back or how we were. We never heard anything from him. As a VRBO host myself, I simply cannot imagine abandoning a guest in a foreign country, unable to speak the language, in this way. So. yes, it’s a grand view out the window, the apartment is all that is described, the location is terrific -lots of positives - but being a proper and caring host is a part of the VRBO experience and on those grounds I was disappointed. I sensed he was a well-meaning guy but running a successful VRBO property requires a deeper level of engagement, beyond just leaving the keys for someone and charging their credit card.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Chris P.

Jan 23, 2019

The view is incredible. The rest is pretty bad.

This would be a 1 star review if not for the view. It was also clean and in a pretty good location. The unit is otherwise very uncomfortable, particularly for a full week. First off, the included heating consists of two portable radiators. One in the main room, and a smaller one in the bedroom. These by no means heat the place in any meaningful way. We were very cold most of the time that we were not hunkered down in bed. There are no rugs anywhere, which simply added to the cold. The bathroom in particular was freezing. Thank goodness for the hair dryer, which we basically left running for a half hour at a time to heat up the bathroom before showering. The bathroom also has no ventilation. Getting bath towels dry consisted of draping them over the radiator heaters. They were very wet even after 24 hours otherwise. There is one small bathmat that was always wet. The refrigerator is what you would expect in a college dorm room, not an apartment with a "fully equipped kitchen". There was also minimal silverware, no paper towels, no dish towels, (or pot holders if you really tried to cook) and the kitchen is so narrow you can't have more than one person in there at a time. I would suggest a new table that flips down from the wall when not in use. The entire apartment has 5 electrical outlets, including just 1 in the kitchen. If you want to make coffee and toast, you need to take turns with the 1 outlet provided (or make toast in the bathroom....not ideal). One of the electrical outlets in the inner bedroom has the cover plate held in place by the heater plug. When my son unplugged the heater to plug in his phone the cover of the junction box fell off, exposing hot bare wiring. Not safe! The floor near the stairs slants downwards towards the stairs. It was not safe, particularly at night. The lights in the main room have 4000k LED bulbs. These are terrible for inside use, so we ended up mostly just burning a candle (extra heat!). The mattresses were all very hard and uncomfortable. The linen covers of the duvets are also not comfortable. The light coming into the inner bedroom from the skylight and window to the stairs is not "charming" in any way. My last comment is that my wife and son were counting down the days until we could move on to the next place. That is not how your family should feel about a VRBO experience. This place needs a lot of work, but the view is great!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Tom E., Rhode Island, US

Oct 10, 2017

Vila Nova de Gaia

The apartment owner was wonderful to work with and very helpful with any question we had and with recommendations for resturants and local activities. We had a little confusion with the initial key exchange, but otherwise the stay was great. The location is ideal. Just off the waterfront near the walking bridge and the view from the apartment was outstanding. We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and would love to return to the area some day.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

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10/10 Excellent

catherine f.

Sep 4, 2017

Petit coin de paradis

Nous avons passé un super séjour, l'endroit est idéalement situé. L'appartement est très très beau. La vue est magnifique, et nous sommes proche de tout. Les propriétaires sont très serviable et répondent à tous vos questions. On reviendra, et je vous recommande vraiment cette endroit. Catherine et sa famille.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Caroline P.

Aug 21, 2017

Bien situé

Appartement bien situé pour visiter Porto.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Aug 15, 2017

Primo place!

Excellent accommodations in a primo local! Great owners/hosts!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE G., Oklahoma

Jul 17, 2017

Gorgeous Views

My husband and I stayed in this apartment for 6 days. It is closed to everything and absolutely lovely! If I ever have the chance to go back I would definitely stay there!!!! The pictures do not do it justice!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

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10/10 Excellent

Denis H.

Jul 8, 2017

Responsable et efficace

L appartement est très beau et propre l emplacement est idéal pour un séjour à porto je le recommande sans hésitation

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

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4/10 Poor

Gilles L.

Feb 26, 2017

très belle vue...sans accueil, ni chauffage

L'annonce est principalement axée sur la vue magnifique, c'est un point incontestable, et c'est ce qui nous a tout d'abord séduit. Les avis des précédents locataires insistaient sur la qualité de l'accueil. Cela a été pour nous un second critère de choix car c'est ce qui fait la différence avec un hébergement en hôtel. Il est toujours agréable d'échanger avec des personnes attachées à leur ville ou à leur pays. Ce fut notre première déception. Récupérer des clés dans une enveloppe sans aucun mot d'explication, chercher la clé qui convient, se retrouver dans un couloir mal éclairé avec plusieurs portes sans indication, ce n'est pas être accueillis. C'est se débrouiller tout seuls. Nous aurions pu comprendre cette situation si nous avions eu beaucoup de retard sur l'horaire prévu ce qui n'était pas le cas. C'est uniquement grâce à l'absence de papier toilette que nous avons eu une brève occasion de vous rencontrer. Quant au départ, il n'a pas été plus chaleureux puisqu'il a consisté pour nous à claquer la porte en vous laissant les clés dans l'appartement. L'aspect relationnel a été inexistant ce qui est fort regrettable. Nous aurions pu admettre, en cette période de fêtes, que vous soyez exceptionnellement moins disponibles mais dans ce cas, un petit mot nous indiquant que vous aviez trouvé vos clés et un appartement propre, nous aurait semblé un minimum de correction. En ce qui concerne l'appartement lui-même, nous constatons que les photos le mettent admirablement en valeur sans que le descriptif soit totalement exact ou explicite. Si on observe attentivement les photos de la chambre, on peut voir qu'elle n'a aucune fenêtre donnant sur l'extérieur... mais nous ne l'avons réalisé qu'en arrivant. il est question de lumière naturelle, c'est exact, sans préciser qu'il n'y a aucun moyen d'occulter cette lumière et que cela est gênant quand on aime dormir dans l'obscurité, ou que l'on aimerait faire la grasse matinée. La plus grosse inexactitude concerne le chauffage. Selon les normes européennes, ce logement n'est pas chauffé. Il dispose de 2 radiateurs d'appoint sur roulettes pour 4 pièces ! La semaine de notre séjour, les températures étaient basses, la salle de bains et la cuisine étaient glaciales, ce qui est très inconfortable. La taille du réfrigérateur est surprenante et totalement inadaptée pour 4 personnes à moins de faire des courses quotidiennes. Impossible d'y mettre une bouteille de jus de fruits debout...et c'était l'hiver!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain P.

Oct 30, 2016

La plus belle vue sur Porto

Très bel appartement avec une vue superbe depuis les fenêtres. Marcelo et Ana sont des hôtes attentionnés.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

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10/10 Excellent

FONCE F.

Oct 30, 2016

Superbe appartement, magnifiquement situé

La vue sur le Douro et la ville de Porto est vraiment, un plus, incroyable. l'appartement est très cosy, bien aménagé.L'accueil de Marcelo et Marcelo junior a été des plus chaleureux .Un verre de porto et le gâteau fétiche nous ont été offert. Que du bonheur...

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Sep 30, 2016

Comfort and amazing views of a beautiful and friendly city

This was a memorable holiday. This was first time we have felt pampered in a rented apartment. This was partly because of the luxurious linen sheets and top quality towels but mainly because of the kindness and friendliness of our landlords. The location is perfect and the view is outstanding. All the equipment was well chosen and worked. We have no complaints.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

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10/10 Excellent

Marc Y.

Sep 9, 2016

Séjour luxe et volupté

Bonjour, Ana et Marcelo sont des hôtes prévenants, discrets et attentionnés qui vous accueillent avec délicatesse dans leur appartement des rives du Douro qui bénéficie d'une vue imprenable sur Porto différente et magnifique à toute heure du jour et de la nuit. L'appartement est très bien agencé, meublé avec raffinement et sobriété. Les moindres détails ont été soigneusement choisis (bougies parfumées, draps en lin, couverts etc.) Au total, un séjour de prédilection et le plaisir de la rencontre de gens charmants Courrez-y !!!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

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10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Aug 17, 2016

Stunning!!

We arrived earlier than expected but met Marcela Jr who greeted us and then made every effort to have the apartment ready, and we were not disappointed, WOW!! the views were even better than the photos. The apartment was immaculate, clean, modern, fresh and convienient to visit Porto across the bridge (walking) and we even had time to go the beach! It was a complete pleasure to stay here and we will be staying again. Don't look any where else..... this is the perfect location!! Thank you so much, just wish we could have stayed longer Jane and Friends Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, UK

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

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10/10 Excellent

Beat S.

Aug 14, 2016

Perfect position and a very well-groomed apartment

Dear Ana, Marcelo and Marcelo Jr :) First of all we want to say thanks for the hearty welcome by Marcelo Jr. He made us familiar with the Apartment as well as with the wonderful City of Porto and Nova Vila de Gaia. He gave us helpful hints and send us a list with important "to do's" in Porto. The Apartment is situated perfectly. Directly at the Douro River which is especially by night a very nice Position. In Addition the historical Bridge Luiz I. is directly next to the Apartment. Because of the perfect lay the most important things in Porto are within Walking distance. The Apartment is very clean and nice. At the Weekend there is a lot of traffic in the street in front of the Apartment. If you want to sleep with an open window it could be a bit noisy. But anyway even there is traffic the view through the window especially at night is breathtaking. The Family is very engaged to make the stay perfect and is always contactable if there are questions. As a welcome present the Family prepared some pasteis de nata and a very delicious wine. The Family organised perfectly a taxi to the Airport for us. Thanks a lot for making our stay perfect and greetings from Switzerland Family Stamm :)

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

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10/10 Excellent

Beat S.

Aug 7, 2016

Perfect position and a very well-groomed apartment

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

anne l.

Apr 8, 2016

La plus belle vue de porto et de son fleuve

Un appartement entièrement rénové avec goût par Marcelo et Ana. A notre arrivée pourtant fort tardive, Marcelo et son fils nous ont accueilli avec beaucoup de gentillesse ( Bravo pour votre français parfait!) nous donnant tous les bons plans pour profiter au mieux de Porto. Une très bonne bouteille de Porto, des spécialités locales et de quoi préparer notre petit-déjeuner nous attendaient. Notre séjour au début du printemps a été grâce à eux une réussite. L'appartement permet de rejoindre la vieille ville en traversant le pont. Il est calme et vous n'aurez que l'embarras du choix avec les nombreux restaurants sur le quai au pied de l'appartement. Nous avons testé le Porto Cruz et le Dom Luis très bien tous les deux. Nous ne pouvons que chaleureusement recommander votre appartement qui réunit tous les atouts pour un beau séjour. Merci à vous pour toutes vos attentions et à bientôt. Philippe et Anne

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Feb 16, 2016

Central Location with Beautiful Views!

Since this was my first time to Porto, I wasn't sure where to stay. After staying here, we realized this was the perfect place! The apartment is comfortable and clean while the owners (Ana and Marcel) and their son (Marcel Jr.) were very welcoming and helpful -- giving us recommendations for restaurants, wineries and places to visit. Thanks for a great trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016

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10/10 Excellent

pascal p.

Jan 6, 2016

Appartement à recommander

Nous étions à Porto du 26 au 30 décembre 2015. L'appartement est très bien situé pour visiter Porto. Tous les transports en commun (publics et touristiques) passent au pied de l'appartement et la visite de la ville est donc facile à organiser. La vue de l'appartement est magnifique. L'appartement est également très bien aménagé, et très agréable. Quant à l'accueil, il est digne d'un hôtel 5 étoiles : personnes très agréables, Vin de Porto et Natas à l'arrivée et que des "bons tuyaux" pour les visites. Nous recommandons fortement ce logement. Nadine, Pascal et les enfants (France - Charente-Maritime)

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015

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10/10 Excellent

JESUS E.

Dec 28, 2015

Buena vista

Somos una familia con dos hijos y hemos estado en el apartamento tres noches. El apartamento tiene unas vistas espectaculares del Oporto que mira al río y está muy cerca de muchos restaurantes y bodegas. El paseo al centro es muy agradable y puede hacerse perfectamente caminando. Se encuentra en una casa antigua, pero el apartamento ha sido totalmente remodelado y modernizado, por lo que es muy cómodo, limpio y con encanto. Ana y Marcelo ( padre e hijo) son muy amables y con una gran disposición para ayudar y aconsejar sobre qué hacer y ver en Oporto. En resumen, nos ha parecido un sitio muy recomendable para pasar unos días visitando Oporto.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015

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10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Oct 25, 2015

A lovely modern apartment in a great location.

The spotless apartment was made all the more pleasant by a warm greeting from the hosts (along with local pastries and a glass of port that they provided). It is a small apartment with limited cooking options, but there are dozens of restaurants within a five minute walk. The view over the river changed throughout the day and provided a great sense of the city.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

Oct 16, 2015

You HAVE to stay here!

This apartment in Porto is lovely , light and immaculate. While you may be tempted to stay in the main tourist area across the river, the views from your window in This apartment are spectacular and the best part is that you can take a 5 minute walk across the bridge and be in the middle of everything. Our hosts Marcelo and Ana met us on arrival and very generously left us wine, cheese, fruit and bread - a most lovely touch and well appreciated. They were also available for any questions we might have during our 5 night stay in this fabulous place. We would most definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone .

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