Santa Marinha Travel Guide

Porto

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.
A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a cityscape.
A cityscape with a prominent bridge spanning a river, historic buildings, and a waterfront promenade.
A traditional boat named "Quinta dos Canais" docked at a harbor with a cityscape in the background.
A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Santa Marinha attractions

Wooden barrels stacked in rows, with the brand name "SANDEMANN" visible on the barrels.

Sandeman Cellars

8.8/10 (722 reviews)
Delight in the rich flavors of Portugal’s finest Porto wines, marvel at views over Porto and explore historic cellars at this charming 225-year-old port lodge.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, 2 Walking Tours & Extras

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

฿1,065
per adult
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

฿1,873
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour
From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

฿3,613
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

฿2,016
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore

Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore

฿1,123
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise

Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise

฿1,875
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise
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Top hotels in Santa Marinha

Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿4,220 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿4,220
฿4,661 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"2 level loft unit was cool"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
The Rebello Hotel & Spa

The Rebello Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
380 Cais de Gaia Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿7,818 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿7,818
฿8,512 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (429 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice and the staff was very professional"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

The Rebello Hotel & Spa
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

4 out of 5
1 Rua do Casino da Ponte Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿6,013 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
฿6,013
฿6,599 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro
Porto River Soul Hotel

Porto River Soul Hotel

4 out of 5
95 Rua do General Torres Vila Nova de Gaia Santa Marinha
The price is ฿3,191 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,191
฿3,608 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dom Luis I Bridge and Ribeira ...
Porto River Soul Hotel
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Barão de Forrester, 69 Vila Nova de Gaia Porto
The price is ฿7,693 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,693
฿8,381 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ribeira Square and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
"Amazing Resturant and roof top view of Gaia Porto. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel
The Yeatman Hotel

The Yeatman Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Choupelo (Santa Marinha) Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿10,287 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿10,287
฿11,130 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (821 reviews)
"Great staff & service… A couple of misses ( like very little lobster in lobster salad and room cleaning was missed on one day) but excellent hotel ,service and location."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

The Yeatman Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Marinha

Find the best Santa Marinha areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic tower, a cobblestone square, and colorful buildings with signs in a European city.

Centro / Baixa

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Bolhao Market. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.

Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Ribeira Square or Porto Historic Center might round out your trip.

A river with a bridge, a sailboat, and a cityscape with red-roofed buildings.

Sé

If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Praça da Batalha or Porto Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

A building with blue and white tilework, a bell tower, and a street sign.
Photo by Roma Alice
Open Photo by Roma Alice

Santo Ildefonso

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Santo Ildefonso. You can visit top attractions like Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

A large steel bridge spanning a river, with buildings and a hill in the background.

Vitória

While you're in Vitória, take in top sights like Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Santa Marinha Travel Guide