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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Santana)
Studio (Vandoma)
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (São Sebastião) | Living room
Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Santana) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Escadas das Verdades 17, Porto, Porto, 4050-622
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Studio (Vandoma)

Studio (Vandoma)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Santana)

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Santana)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (São Sebastião)

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (São Sebastião)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Mentiras)

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Mentiras)

  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Porto

With a stay at Arco Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Porto, within a 5-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral. .This apartment is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Ribeira Square and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Livraria Lello.
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What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ribeira Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clerigos Tower - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Livraria Lello - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Ribeira Station - 4 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 7 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nata Sweet Nata - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chez Lapin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prioridade Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪My Coffee Porto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CAL foods and drinks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Arco Apartments

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Porto Cathedral
Arco Apartments offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this apartment include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.

Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Free cot

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Champagne service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby

Entertainment

  • Art gallery
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping centre
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 4 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2016
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [ESCADAS DAS VERDADES]
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [ESCADAS DAS VERDADES, 17]
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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

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 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 38172/AL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Arco Apartments Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Goran

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the hart of the downtown with the view of the tram bridge. It is an immersive experience. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kailla, Toronto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and accommodating. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Sedona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful apartment in a great location in the old town of Porto. It is walkable to everything, though through lots of stairs. Communication with the owner is essential, especially if you arrive by taxi - not all drivers know where to drop you off without having to climb a lot of stairs with your luggage. The taxi drivers that the owner recommends know where to drop you off and help with the luggage. We loved staying there and would do it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property was well located and clean. The hand off of keys when we arrived was a bit unorganized because there was an emergency with one of the admins, which is likely a one-off. But there was no communication leading up to the moment we arrived with the other two admin. The location is great but it was below a bar, so there was a bit of noise (music and stomping) in the evenings. There are many stairs to get to the apartments, which on one hand gives a very authentic environment, but if you have heavy bags or many bags, this may not be the best stay for you. Overall, it was fine and a nice unit, that was clean and it was located in a great area. They also give lots of recommendations of local spots which is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn, Little Suamico

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location (centrally located), quiet, clean, easy to communicate with staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this apartment! Great location (although it is down lots of steps, so keep this in mind when carrying luggage)close to the Se Porto. We were doing the Portuguese Camino so we appreciated being so close to the starting point. Great communication from the manager who met us on the day with the key and information we needed. Comfy bed, great facilities. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near cathedral and the riverfront. Comfortable, clean, host very helpful and accommodating. Great stay in beautiful Porto!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay at the Arco Apartments

Had an excellent experience at the Arco apartments. Host was so friendly and gave us some excellent recommendations. Apartment was clean and up to date.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the views!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Ferreira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property - very great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine, Nampa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay all around !! Lovely owner and so kind! The place is absolutely perfect ! A must stay in again the next time I visit Porto! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and the hosts were lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not for anyone who has mobility challenges.

Very convenient location, however, please note that the hotel can only be accessed via stone stairs from the main Porto Cathedral. Therefore, this would not be suitable for elderly or mobility-challenged people. There are also many flights of stairs to get down to the restaurant promenade beside the Douro River. As long as you are reasonably fit, the comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay.

Really enjoyed our stay here. The apartment is spacious, clean, well equipped, has character/history and is in a great location near the cathedral (Se in Portuguese). Would definitely stay here again. Nilde and Gabriel were extremely helpful both before arrival and on arrival. Just be aware that you need to navigate some steps to get to the apartment - but it's worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing location for a long weekend

The location is excellent for sight seeing as the property is very near the Don Louis bridge. The access is via a lot of steps. Quite difficult to find but we were met at the Cathedral and shown the way. I would recommend booking the taxi through the owners as it is cheaper than the airport taxis and they know where to drop you. The apartment is small but well designed and equipped. Our one complaint was that the television did not work and no one came to fix it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a frequent traveler. This is my forth stay in Portugal. This was also one of the best experiences in my many years of travel in Europe. The apartment was unique. The management fantastic and the staff amazing. I’m already looking forward to my next visit.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is a very unique spot with beautiful views and stairway passages leading to the city, the bridge and the riverfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Arco Apartments - Santana

Incredible apartment that really suited my wife and I. In the heart of the historic centre of Porto and close to many sights and restaurants. Communications were really easy and our host was extremely helpful providing local information on best restaurants, bars and places to visit. Porto is a wonderful destination. We spent 5 nights in the apartment and will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Once we arrived at the apartments, we were very pleased with the accommodations, freshly decorated, fully stocked kitchen, spacious one bedroom apartment. There is no easy way to get to the apartments with luggage, so be prepared for stairs and/or steep inclines on cobblestone paths. The upside is no car traffic, very close to the Luis Bridge, cathedral of Porto, and the Old Porto waterfront where there are many attractions and food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Steps to get to the room were difficult, but you’re in the beautiful city of Porto!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LisaMarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment is impeccably clean, although it is situated on a stairway leading to the river. There is no elevator, and navigating the stairs with luggage can be challenging. However, the owner is incredibly responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation well located. Unusual check in procedure, meeting the host at the site and making payment in person. Communication was not great they were trying to WhatsApp message which I don’t use. Overall good stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024