The House of Sandeman - Hostel & Suites
Santa Marinha e Sao Pedro da Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia
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”
Historic 1814 granite port wine lodge housing guest rooms directly above active aging cellars.
Custom wooden dormitory beds framed like wine casks alongside retro leather suites and exposed masonry.
Riverside lounge bar hosting daily port tastings, communal dinners, and weekend acoustic music sets.
On the Cais de Gaia waterfront overlooking the Douro River, steps from the Dom Luís I Bridge.
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.
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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