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Douro Surf Hostel, Vila Nova de Gaia

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  • Rua Cândido dos Reis, 253, 4400-073 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal - View on map
8.9 /10
Fabulous
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
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Douro Surf Hostel is your perfect spot in Vila Nova de Gaia—just a short stroll from the famous Port Wine Cellars and the beautiful Douro River! Imagine enjoying your morning coffee, brewed right in your room with the handy coffee machine. Some units even have a cozy seating area where you can unwind after a day of adventures. Plus, with free WiFi, you can easily share your stunning views and experiences with friends! Don't forget to catch a show on the flat-screen TV when you're taking a break.

The shared kitchen is a welcoming space where you can whip up a meal or just chat with fellow travelers. The Gaia Cable Car is only 400 meters away—perfect for some breathtaking views, and El Corte Inglés is just 1.2 km away for a shopping spree. And if you're flying in, Porto Airport is just a quick 12 km trip from here. Come experience the vibrant atmosphere at Douro Surf Hostel!
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Important information

Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Douro Surf Hostel, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Room Types

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • private entrance,
  • cleaning supplies (e.g., for kitchenette),
  • sofa,
  • hypoallergenic room,
  • air conditioning,
  • bedside socket,
  • hypoallergenic pillow,
  • heating,
  • travel adapter,
  • waste bin,
  • seating area,
  • fan,
  • clothes rack,
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • soundproofed rooms
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • toilet,
  • hairdryer,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room)
Property technology & media
  • portable wi-fi hotspot,
  • laptop-sized safe
Dining & bars
  • dining area,
  • oven,
  • kitchenware,
  • dining table,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • toaster,
  • stovetop,
  • dishwasher,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • microwave,
  • fruit basket (charges may apply),
  • full kitchen,
  • kitchenette,
  • bottled water,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • coffee machine
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • towels,
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • river view,
  • city view,
  • quiet street view,
  • landmark view,
  • balcony,
  • view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp,
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Located on the 2nd floor, this dorm includes beds with an individual reading light, a locker and a private balcony with views over Porto city and Porto Wine Cellars.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
  • travel adapter,
  • heating,
  • sofa bed,
  • clothes rack,
  • bedside socket,
  • air conditioning,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • seating area,
  • cleaning supplies (e.g., for kitchenette),
  • hypoallergenic pillow,
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • fan,
  • waste bin,
  • hypoallergenic room,
  • sofa,
  • private entrance
Sanitary facilities
  • hairdryer,
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • shower,
  • private bathroom
Property technology & media
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • portable wi-fi hotspot
Dining & bars
  • toaster,
  • stovetop,
  • dining table,
  • dining area,
  • fruit basket (charges may apply),
  • coffee machine,
  • electric kettle,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • kitchenware,
  • wine glasses,
  • full kitchen,
  • dishwasher,
  • kitchenette,
  • oven,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • bottled water,
  • microwave
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • towels,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • river view,
  • city view,
  • landmark view,
  • quiet street view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp,
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Located on the 3rd floor, this dorm includes beds with an individual reading light, a locker and views over Porto city and Porto Wine Cellars.

Double or Twin Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • waste bin,
  • heating,
  • hypoallergenic room,
  • extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
  • hypoallergenic pillow,
  • air conditioning,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • cleaning supplies (e.g., for kitchenette),
  • seating area,
  • bedside socket,
  • private entrance,
  • travel adapter,
  • clothes rack
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • body soap,
  • private bathroom,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower
Property technology & media
  • portable wi-fi hotspot,
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • ipod docking station
Dining & bars
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • toaster,
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • fruit basket (charges may apply),
  • kitchenette,
  • coffee machine,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • dishwasher,
  • stovetop,
  • kitchenware,
  • refrigerator,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • oven,
  • microwave,
  • dining area,
  • full kitchen,
  • wine glasses,
  • dining table
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • landmark view,
  • quiet street view,
  • city view,
  • view,
  • river view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp,
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Located on the 1st floor, this private room includes a private bathroom and windows with exterior view to the city center. The room has a queen size bed. This room has a kitchen shared with just one other room.

Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Double Room
Room standards
  • clothes rack,
  • travel adapter,
  • waste bin,
  • private entrance,
  • soundproofed rooms,
  • air conditioning,
  • seating area,
  • hypoallergenic room,
  • hypoallergenic pillow,
  • sofa,
  • hardwood/parquet flooring,
  • bedside socket,
  • cleaning supplies (e.g., for kitchenette),
  • extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • body soap,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • toilet,
  • hairdryer,
  • private bathroom
Property technology & media
  • laptop-sized safe,
  • portable wi-fi hotspot,
  • ipod docking station
Dining & bars
  • fruit basket (charges may apply),
  • dishwasher,
  • dining table,
  • bottled water,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • full kitchen,
  • stovetop,
  • dining area,
  • refrigerator,
  • toaster,
  • kitchenware,
  • wine or champagne (charges may apply),
  • oven,
  • coffee machine,
  • chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
  • wine glasses,
  • electric kettle,
  • kitchenette,
  • microwave
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • towels
Location & local attractions
  • river view,
  • quiet street view,
  • view,
  • landmark view,
  • city view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp,
  • bed privacy curtain (in shared rooms)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
  • hand sanitiser (in room)

Located on the 1st floor, this private room includes a private bathroom and windows with exterior view to the city center. The room has a queen size bed and a relaxed area with sofas or puffs where you can rest or read. This room has a kitchen shared with just one other room.

Choose your ideal room at Douro Surf Hostel

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Double or Twin Room
  • Double Room

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

on-site water sports, beach access, guided walking tours, guided bike tours, local culture tours or classes, live sports broadcasts

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

breakfast served in room, take-away lunches, beverage vending machine, snack vending machine, selection of wine/champagne, on-site coffee shop

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

convenient airport shuttle, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), local public transport passes, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

quick check-in/check-out, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, individual check-in/check-out, secure lockers, invoices available

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

selection of board games/puzzles, secure indoor play zone

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service, professional dry cleaning, efficient ironing service, regular daily housekeeping

On-site shops & services On-site shops & services

convenience store/minimarket on premises

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, noise-reducing/soundproofed rooms, in-room heating, hypoallergenic room options, entirely non-smoking property, individually controlled air conditioning, exclusively for adults, standard key entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

in-room safety deposit box, integrated security alarm system, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Details about parking facilities are not available.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 14:00 Until 00:00 hours

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children from 18 years old.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Check-in starts at 00:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
Social distancing and disinfection are enforced. Details on our website.
No, Douro Surf Hostel does not have a pool.
Yes, the property is often chosen by families.
Yes, the property offers various dining options. See the Amenities tab.
Of course, you can order breakfast directly to your accommodation.
Yes, heating is available throughout the property.
Yes, our accommodation is fully air-conditioned.
Yes, we broadcast major live sports events in our bar.
Yes, our guests are welcome to use the shared, fully-equipped kitchen.
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