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Novotel Porto Gaia

4.0 star property

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Breakfast served
Executive Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior entrance
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a building with large windows.
Miscellaneous

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lugar Das Chas, Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4400
  • Place, Arrabida Shopping
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Porto
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cais de Gaia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Novotel Porto Gaia

2 outdoor pools, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a 24-hour business centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Novotel Porto Gaia. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Arrabida Shopping. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a restaurant, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Livraria Lello and 6 minutes from Porto Historic Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Novotel Porto Gaia has a restaurant serving breakfast only.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
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.
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

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

Novotel Porto Gaia Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 433 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean but I would deffo say the hotel needs an update very dated. Very close to shopping centre. Great that offered free car parking very comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Firouzeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I likes everything about my stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Catia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hôtel with amazing breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

DAMARIS watiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Ahmed zaki

Liked: Cleanliness
Good in general
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MAXFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to lots of places of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous waitstaff, great pool area, and great dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with parking if you are driving up from Lisbon to Porto. Quick Uber to the Riberia area of Porto
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are visiting Porto with a car this is the place to stay. Easy parking. Close to the old city. We drive into the old Porto at night and got lucky with parking but if I had to do it again I would uber it in and walk around. The sunset from this property is stunning. Stunning over the Atlantic. Hotel was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In a close proximity to all the attractions

Wery pleasant, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was great! However, the hotel restaurant had limited food options and the price was expensive. The hotel room was very small and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended for families

Very nice experience, great location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall experience! The staff, grounds and food have all been great! Would stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Davis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is well maintained and staff is very helpful. We had our 2 kids with us and the sofa bed was great. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Laura

It was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff very friendly and helpfull !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Michael

Good value, but site only accessible by car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Ludovico

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very dated ! no coffee in rooms , restaurant very limited food and very expensive , staff doesn't speak english i would not recommend or stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend it

Nice days to stay in this hotel Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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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
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8/10 Good

M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Dinner options are limited if one doesn't opt in for the buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful hotel

I love this hotel because it has a wide-open reception and a children's play area next to it so whenever we visit my daughter always makes a friend or enjoys the play area in the summer you'll have a warm pool which unlike other porto pools - the staff are super friendly and they really go out of their way and the breakfast was so nice and also I really love the outside play area and can't recommend this hotel enough
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Nice business hotel

Nice business hotel, would not use it for recreational stay. Great staff, fine room - pillows a bit large/hard, but good facilities and breakfast. Dinner also good - and ask staff for guidance, some very good local restaurants close by (lot of stairs down to the port)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good little hotel and facilities for young children. We had a lovely stay and would return. Only downside was the room was a bit small for the four of us but then again we were out and about for most of the days. Location good and only a €4 Uber ride into the old town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024