Near the World of Wine, FONTE SANTA Manor House welcomes you with a warm fireplace in the lobby and inviting outdoor spaces. Enjoy a snack at the bar/deli, stroll through the garden, or explore nearby El Corte Inglés de Gaia on bike rentals.
Located near a boardwalk, FONTE SANTA Manor House is in Santa Marinha, a neighbourhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit El Corte Inglés de Gaia and Livraria Lello. World of Wine and Gaia Cable Car are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Vila Nova de Gaia travel guide
Rua do Choupelo 868, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, 4430-999
What's nearby
Sandeman Cellars
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Dom Luis I Bridge
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Porto Historic Center
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Ribeira Square
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Gaia Cable Car
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Câmara de Gaia Station
9 min walk
Vila Nova de Gaia Station
11 min walk
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
33 min drive
Restaurants
Café Belo Ponto
5 min walk
Indiano
4 min walk
The Yeatman
8 min walk
Porto Antigo Comida Caseira
8 min walk
Quinta da Boeira
4 min walk
About this property
FONTE SANTA Manor House
Guest house remodelled in 2022 and located near El Corte Inglés de Gaia
Located close to World of Wine and Gaia Cable Car, FONTE SANTA Manor House provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services
Luggage storage, a gift shop and tour/ticket information
A nature reserve and outdoor furniture
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per night); reservations required
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Private wine tours
Wine tours
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
In a nature reserve
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No lift
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 1875
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Renovated entire property - March 2022
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Champagne service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Mobile key entry
Soundproofed rooms
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
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 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 38 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per night (33 ft away)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
FONTE SANTA Manor House Guesthouse
FONTE SANTA Manor House Vila Nova de Gaia
FONTE SANTA Manor House Guesthouse Vila Nova de Gaia
Frequently asked questions
Is FONTE SANTA Manor House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at FONTE SANTA Manor House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at FONTE SANTA Manor House?
Checkout is at noon.
Does FONTE SANTA Manor House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 38 per vehicle applies.
Where is FONTE SANTA Manor House located?
Located in Santa Marinha, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of World of Wine, El Corte Inglés de Gaia and Gaia Cable Car. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Historic Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Câmara de Gaia Station is 9 minutes by foot and João de Deus Station is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
FONTE SANTA Manor House Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Very welcoming and helpful owner who provides interesting information. Beautiful house with lovely terras and view. Friendly staf. Enjoyed the breakfast and the great bed.
Ann Martine
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
thomas
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was a beautiful property. We stayed in the garden cottage which was beautiful and very private and peaceful with amazing views of the city. However the floors are wood veneer planks and the subfloor is damaged as well making the floor uneven and cracked in places. The cottage was very clean and beautiful despite this. Breakfast was simple and delivered to our patio in the morning which was very nice. Parking was very easy and secure in the underground area for a fee but worth it. We would definitely stay here again.
thomas
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Jodi
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved staying at the Manor House for São João. We could easily walk to the river front to join the festivities and then walk back to the manor house and enjoy the fireworks from the privacy of our terrace. The staff was amazing! Our only hang up was a bit of bad timing as the manor house’s green house (the unit we rented to stay in) had just had flood and it ruined their beautiful flooring and the bathroom had a moldy smell. But they had plans to fix it so we know we’ll back again another time for more São João fun! I highly recommend the Manor House for any time of the year.
My wife and I enjoyed our stay in Porto.The property was clean and well kept. Bed made everyday. Nice towels. But towels not changed everyday unless requested? Compact and well designed room. Lovely view of the town below. We could see the Douro River from our room. Beautiful sunset sky. Simple but nice breakfast. Very friendly staff. Family run guest house.
I’ve traveled a lot in my life and this is probably one of the best stays I’ve ever had. Such a beautiful small hotel/b&b, the rooms are absolute perfection, and the customer service is amazing. They think of everything and they go above and beyond for all of your needs. I will definitely be back, hopefully in the next few months.
Oh and the view from the outside sitting area is gorgeous.
An individual hotel with just four bedrooms. We had a wonderful view across to Porto, and it was generally quiet. The staff and owner were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast on the terrace was very enjoyable.
The bed was large and comfortable though we would have liked a bit more privacy for the toilet and shower room.
As we're English we would love to have had a kettle in the room for an early morning cup of tea!! However, the minibar with fridge was very useful.
All in all, we would be very happy to return one day!
A estadia foi ótima, camas confortáveis, vista agradável do rio Douro e da cidade do Porto. Café da manhã feito com carinho e simpatia da Sra Florbela e pelo Sr Augusto. Voltaremos com certeza.
Logement récent très joli et bien équipé idéal pour un couple ou avec un enfant.
Proche du centre ville en transport ou en voiture.
Joli jardin
Parking couvert privé
Endroit parfait pour rester si vous voulez visiter Porto. Propre, calme, beau, bon déjeuner, personnel incroyable, gentil et accueillant. Nous avons adoré notre expérience. C’est du côté de Gaia, près de la ville de Porto qui se fait bien à pieds, plein de restaurants près à pieds. Le propriétaire nous a donné une coupe de Porto à notre arrivée, bref Unreal.