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The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites

The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites

Santa Marinha e Sao Pedro da Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia


Heritage Design Social
Central

Opened 2018   $

The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites — vibe

Vibe

Set directly above active aging cellars on the Douro riverfront, travelers mingle over port wine cocktails and weekend acoustic sets.

“Boutique port wine lodge”

Heritage

Historic 1814 granite port wine lodge housing guest rooms directly above active aging cellars.

Design

Custom wooden dormitory beds framed like wine casks alongside retro leather suites and exposed masonry.

Social

Riverside lounge bar hosting daily port tastings, communal dinners, and weekend acoustic music sets.

Central

On the Cais de Gaia waterfront overlooking the Douro River, steps from the Dom Luís I Bridge.

The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites — rooms

Rooms

Dormitory beds are enclosed inside circular oak wine casks, while private riverfront suites feature vintage artwork and vinyl turntables.

Backstory

Housed in an 1814 granite port lodge, the property was created by wine house Sandeman alongside The Independente Collective.

The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites — eat & drink

Eat & drink

The George Restaurant and Terrace serves northern Portuguese dishes, paired with Douro wines and port cocktails overlooking the water.

The neighborhood

Stationed along Cais de Gaia, Porto's colorful Ribeira district is just across the river, reached via the Dom Luís I Bridge.

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