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Cathedral Design Apartments

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Rua Sao Sebastiao 31-35, Porto, Porto, 4050-569
  • Porto Cathedral
    1 min walk
  • CAL foods and drinks
    3 min walk
  • São Bento Station
    5 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    30 min drive

Room options

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Panoramic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View (Sé)

  • 30 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, City View, Ground Floor

  • 36 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

  • 43 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

  • 36 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View

  • 39 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Cathedral Design Apartments

Aparthotel with a restaurant, steps from Porto Cathedral
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Comforts include premium bedding and a pillow menu, and guests will also find conveniences, such as an electric kettle and a dishwasher. Limited housekeeping is available.
Cathedral Design Apartments offers 9 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the sightseeing around Cathedral Design Apartments. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ribeira Square. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and breakfast (surcharge). Built in 1645, this upmarket aparthotel has 9 apartments over 4 floors. Each apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV and a fridge
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the local sightseeing
  • Steps from Porto Cathedral and 6 minutes on foot from Ribeira Square
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Cathedral Design Apartments.

This 4-star Porto aparthotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Cathedral Design Apartments has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 7 to 12.50 per person
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pets stay free
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • 9 units
  • Built in 1645
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 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 continental breakfast: approximately EUR 7 to 12.5 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Cathedral Design Apartments offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Hotel registry numbers: 32946/AL, 32949/AL, 32950/AL, 32952/AL, 32953/AL, 32957/AL, 32961/AL, 32965/AL, 32969/AL.
Property Registration Number 32946,32949,32950,32952,32953,32957,32961,32965/AL

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Cathedral Design Apartments.

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Cathedral Design Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 730 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 730 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 730 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 730 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 730 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Farzaneh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The location next to the cathedral was very good. The surrounding neighbourhood was somewhat dark and at times appeared abandoned. However, it proved to be safe despite our initial misgivings. Overall, I would recommend it if you subscribe to their motto of authentic living. Porto is amazing and this apartment puts you in the middle of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Close to cathedral. Performers in the cathedral square offered constant entertainment from your window. Our apartment was on the third floor, so be prepared. Lots of stairs, hills and cobble stone abound.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Angelika, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is right at the foot of the walking ramp from the cathedral, which was amazing, and also 5 minutes walking from train and metro station - so very convenient. Room was nice and clean. The one disappointment was that I could not get into the room before 3 pm and there seemed to be no willingness to prioritize me - They had asked me before my arrival when I expected to get there, which I interpreted to mean they were planning for my arrival time, but I still could not get in until 3 PM. I came from the West Coast USA, so was completely wiped out, jetlagged. My priorities were to put down roots and go to the bathroom - their priorities were for the room to look perfect before I entered. I would have preferred to get in early, drop my luggage, use bathroom, even if everything was not yet perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was extremely nice, modern and clean. The young gentlemen at the front desk were extremely helpful and welcoming. The only drawback is trying to locate the property, both on Google maps and for the Uber drivers - perhaps there is better location information.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalpana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A little gem!
Excellent place to stay when visiting Porto. Great communication, nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger, any city

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All was good except the parking is difficult to find one nearby. Overall everything was good and Diogo was very kind
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice accommodations with A+ location
Location is the best! Communication was great and they provided us with lots of excellent food recommendations and we were able to laundry at a place nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Parking is terrible. As well, finding the place was challenging. Overall, after feeling out the area, the location is great, but people around have no clue where the apartment is!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Inhae

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pro: located near by most of site viewing. Walkable distance to everything Cons: Cleanliness of the room- dusting on the lamps, washroom with mold, kettle has not been cleaned, room condition different from shared picture, AC not available (just fan which is not functioning) therefore room had very seriously mold, muggy smell. Humidifier was too small to work for the size of the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
I would recommend these apartments. Good location compact, comfortable and practical. Walking distance from most attractions. Great accommodation that’s about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tordur

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha, Toronto

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
It was very convenient to have a whole apartment to myself for an extended stay, especially so close to main attractions and roads to get transportation. Unfortunately, with the street performers, garbage pickup, tourists, etc, it was EXTREMELY loud and i wish i had brought earplugs. There's no lift for luggage and the staircase is really tight, so that was strenuous with my large suitcase going to the 3rd floor. The room is a good size, and the AC works great. They communicate with you very well over whatsapp for everything you need and they offer luggage storage free of charge.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect location, great value, responsive hosts
I had a perfect stay! You can’t beat the location, you’re next to all the main sites of Porto. The room was exactly as it looked in the pictures and the view was impeccable. Lastly, the hosts were extremely responsive and ready to help with anything needed. Would highly recommend this spot, and I’ll be looking to stay here again next time I visit Porto
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, room comfort
The restaurant is separate - can you say the aparthotel has a restaurant when it is just separate? I can't say the pub down the street is owned by my flat at home? You have to click in to the pictures to understand what you're getting - these are small apartments which the photos don't cover. Also note the no lifts - taxis can't reach it easily so if you have heavy suitcases be careful as you have to go a distance and then carry to whichever floor you end up on - 4 storeys is not easy with a heavy bag.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

karly

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great but no parking, walking to this spot is not easy. They offered welcome gift and appetizer in the booking details - but it turned out to be just the espresso machine and two packaged biscuits. I would not consider this a gift or appetizer as most hotels/bookings provide a coffee maker these days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walk to everything with all as described. Front desk helpful and quick to respond. Loved the area and the apartment had everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Nattalia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not advise booking this property for a long duration. It’s okay for one night if you’re looking for something affordable. It does not offer four star hotel accommodations. The bathroom has mold, there is no AC and it is quite noisy from guests within the apartment building due to the structure and outside due to the prime location. I went with my family and it was disappointing that there were no refills for soaps and shampoos. Disappointing there were no extra towels or cleaning service during our 2 day stay. If you’re looking for a bit of luxury, this isn’t the place. The location is fabulous and the water pressure in the shower was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful Stay
One of the best rooms I’ve stayed at! Great communication from the beginning. Friendly staff, beautiful room with a view! I’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I like the location close to metro and train station
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rayna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is in an unbeatable location, with some of the best views in the city. However, it is becoming rundown and it need of a refresh, and could use more professional management. Some of the broken items in the room included the safe, hairdryer, single mattress (ripped), and dishes (most of them are chipped). The two men who run the place are very pleasant, but not overly helpful. For example, they communicate through the expedia app about check in, so messages are delayed by many hours and you can't check in without the messages - we had to go knocking on the locked door to get access to our room and were lucky we arrived when there happened to be someone at the front desk who let us take a picture of the check in instructions with our phone. Additionally, the room was only made up once during our weeklong stay, and did not include refills on shampoo, toilet paper, etc, all of which we had to request separately as we ran out. A few items could go a long way - such as providing more than 2 coffee capsules and 1 small bottle of water as the promised "welcome basket" for a week long stay. Loved the location, but a refresh and more attention to detail would improve the experience. It is a 2* stay in a 5* location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024