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★ Romantic - Casa Bela ★ 2 bedrooms

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Interior
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On the beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Porto, Porto
  • Place, Douro River Lighthouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Norte Shopping
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Porto

With a stay at this apartment in Porto (Foz do Douro), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello. .This beach apartment is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Ribeira Square and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Douro River Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Norte Shopping - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Ribeira Square - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Passeio Alegre Stop - 6 min walk
  • Coimbroes Station - 8 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chalé Suisso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Juquinha Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Treze % - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Flame BH - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oporto Café - ‬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.

★ Romantic - Casa Bela ★ 2 bedrooms

If you're looking for an authentic experience in Porto, this is the right place to stay! This stylish and cozy flat is located in the quiet and charming district of Foz do Douro, only 20 min away from the hustle and bustle of the Historical City Centre.
Enjoy a meal and a glass of wine at one of the great restaurants in the neighbourhood. Wander in the intricate cobblestone streets with small town flavour. Jog or bike along the scenic waterfront. Have a swim in the beach. Take a romantic stroll in the 19th century park of Passeio Alegre. Visit an exhibition at the Contemporary Art Museum of Serralves and explore its wonderful gardens... You'll fall in love with this place!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Please make sure that the AC and all the heaters (including the electrical towel rack) are turned off before you leave.
You can leave the keys on the kitchen's white sideboard and then close the door.
Please text me once you leave the apartment.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 45705/AL

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Reviews

★ Romantic - Casa Bela ★ 2 bedrooms Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ariana is an exceptionally considerate host. I think that is why she gets 10/10 all the time. Her apartment is 100 years old but has been well kept. It is a classic early 1900s style reminiscent of much of Europe. Tall ceilings, big french doors etc. The second exceptional thing is that it is in a marvelous location of older porto, more quiet yet accessible to the river promenade, many wonderful restaurants etc. It is fortunately relatively distant from he downtown tourist crowd. There is a beautiful park next door, excellent for walking. The top 3 necessities ie. Bed, airconditioning and shower were 10/10. The shower is a tight fit for a larger person. Ariana was very responsive to any small issues. Definitely a good value. Perhaps the best thing was her referral for us to a car/driver service that allowed us to travel privately at reasonable cost around northern Portugal. He was amazing.
A view from the nearby restaurant
Wonderful promenade
Night time, Park walking
Beautiful sunsets only 100 m away
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a very clean and comfortable apartment in an area that is convenient to walk to the beach or catch a bus or tram into the city.Ariana is a very helpful host and we had everything we needed for a self catered stay. We also ate at Pragar the restaurant at the bottom of the road and the food was very good. We had a very enjoyable stay in Porto and will come again!
Sunset over the river
Tram Museum
Nearby beac
Colonnade next to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful apartment!

We had a great time visiting the area. The apartment is close to the water, supermarkets, and lots of nice restaurants. Ariana was a gracious host-provided everything we needed, including some nice snacks. The apartment is small but has large windows and lots of mirrors, and a great use of the space making it seem much larger. We were a group of four women and there was plenty of space for all of us! It is also decorated and furnished beautifully! We are so glad we chose to get out to a beautiful, quiet area of Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

megan h.

Liked: Cleanliness

fantastic in every way!

We had a wonderful stay at this historic and beautiful apartment! Arianna was an incredible host who was so helpful, thoughtful and accommodating. She also helped with many great suggestions for Porto first timers. The neighborhood was perfect for what we were looking for and gave us a good feel for what it feels like to be a local! We did walk into Porto and it was a fun journey. I hope to be back to explore more--thank you for a delightful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Chester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well equipped and stylishly decorated property in a great location. Quick replies and prompt help. We had no car so cannot comment about that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Bela

Ariana did a very nice job of decorating. The master bedroom is large and the bed is comfortable. Casa Bela is located in a quieter area of Porto, but just a few minutes on the bus or taxi to the old town. We found several good restaurants within just a few minutes walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Foz de Douro get away

Good facilities. Host Ariana more than helpful went that extra mile
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Porto is Awesome and so is Ariana

Literally will not stay anywhere else when we are in Porto, we just hated to leave. Ariana, our hostess, is just awesome and made us feel like family. Perfect location, perfect place, perfect stay. Only thing that was wrong is we had to leave . . . already planning our next trip back, but ONLY if we can stay in the same place again. Loved it! Cynthia and Allison
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Second Stay

We love this property. The host, Ariana, is delightful and responsive. This is our second time staying here. We like the neighborhood (not so many tourists), the easy access to public transport, closeness to the beach and river, an artisanal bakery and organic food store nearby. Very charming and tasteful decor. What more can we say?
Stayed 15 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Bela, Foz Porto

This property was perfect for two couples, king size beds and lots of space. Amazing ceiling height, interesting architecture, and perfectly furnished for the space. While outside the downtown core (good for restful sleeps), a scenic tram, within easywalking distance, takes one right there. A small grocer is one block away, and the restaurant 5 doors down is well worth trying. Our host Ariana was very informative. All in all, an excellent experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A jewel in the crown

This is an old authentic building so you can expect some creaky floors but these are part of the charm. Architectural features are highlighted. Ariana was a great host, very responsive. Super location with a small grocery and bakery around the corner and a wonderful wine store.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VBRO experience I’ve ever had!

We had a excellent stay at Casa Bela. It was indeed beautiful with lots of historic charm and thoughtful details inside the apartment. It was spacious, comfortable and very clean. The location was excellent: beautiful neighborhood, near shops, park, river, pier and ocean. Ariana was a gracious and amazingly helpful host. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Property

Of all the properties that we have stayed in throughout Europe, this one is at the top of the list. We used this apartment as our base of operations for a month. The apartment is a tasteful mix of antiques and modern simplicity, with a historic ambiance. We appreciated the high quality linens, modern appliances, and well equipped kitchen and tableware. The location is great, with nice food markets, an incredible artisanal bakery, boutiques, a park and the beach just minutes away. Mass transit is also easily accessible and we found the Porto mass transit system to be very safe and clean, much better than in the U.S. Ride sharing was also easily accessed. The neighborhood in general is upscale, and occupied by Portuguese residents, not a touristy enclave. Our landlady, Ariana, was charming and responsive. We hope to return next year. Our stay exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

My husband & I had a wonderful stay at Ariana’s property! There were a couple items to figure out, but Ariana was very kind, thorough, and attentive. The location is very charming and we absolutely loved the master bedroom. I would recommend this place to anyone!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S., Portland, Oregon. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic Porto

This apartment was very cute with lots of old world charm. We loved it and it was great for our family of 4. The neighborhood had lots of restaurants away from the busy tourist district. Ariana was an excellent host and tended to all of our needs. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely apartment and fantastic host

We had a wonderful stay in Porto. Ariana is the perfect host and her apartment is so pretty and comfortable. It is much larger than we expected . We loved the neighborhood and it was super easy and fun to get to the center of town on electric scooters There is a little supermarket a few steps away that provides all we needed. The beautiful park next to the apartment is very peaceful and you can walk to see the sunset in the evening Do not hesitate to stay in Ariana’s place it will be one of the highlights of your trip to Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming aparment

We loved our stay here. It was clean and very comfortable. It had everything we needed. We loved staying in Foz and being able to walk along the ocean and river front.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

This is a beautiful well-maintained property, with some old-house quirks that are easily tolerated. Ariana is a wonderful responsive host. The location is in an upscale, seaside neighborhood away from the city center. This was a negative for us but might be a welcomed by others.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Charming, great neighborhood, excellent host

I have admit We we’re a bit skeptical when we first saw the property..Older neighborhood and building but soon you realize that Arianna has done a really great job of keeping the character of the place yet updating the things that are essential for a great experience..Modern bathroom with lots of hot water, good kitchen with everything you need and a charming bedroom with a great bed.. The neighborhood was excellent with everything you need close by..Park by the water 500 feet away and lots of transportation options..Excellent restaurants with a small market right around the corner and a bigger supermarket 5 minutes away..All in all a really good experience with a very accommodating host..Just on thing…She’s got to get with the streaming. Vibe for the TV…not many choices for some night time viewing..yes a very small complaint..
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Golden, CO US

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location!

We loved our stay and Ariana was wonderful as a hostess, she made our stay super easy. The location is also really great, walking distance to beach, shopping, grocery, and wonderful restaurants (recommend Casa Aberta on the street up from the house). The only drawback was that the master bedroom sits on an unexpectedly busy road, I think locals use it as a cut through from the city to Foz? So, traffic comes through at many hours of the day and windows don't keep out much noise from the street. I would also recommend addition of a small french press to the kitchen, just provides an alternative to use of pods. Thanks for the great vacation in Porto!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Berlin, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of paradise

Adriana is an amazing host! She welcomed us with a warm smile, fresh fruit & cheese, and valuable recommendations. The home was perfect for two adults working remotely for the week - plenty of space for calls & located ideally to explore food, beach & sunshine. We fell in love with Porto (and Foz) and cannot wait to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Walter P., NANTICOKE

Liked: Cleanliness

Best location in Porto (Foz)

We had the pleasure of staying in a lovely converted old home in the fishing village of FOZ an oceanside neighborhood of Porto. The 12 foot ceilings and stone walls and shuttered windows made the place magical and the owner, Ariana, had a brilliant knack for combining old world charm with the modern. Complete with a full kitchen, 1.5 baths, 2 bedrooms, living room and sunny dining area--it was the perfect spot and we felt at home immediately. It's proximity to the park and the water front was also a plus as they were only minutes away. Everything was within walking distance--grocery store, hair dresser, restaurants and the like. We had the good fortune (or misfortune) of arriving just before the Covid-19 outbreak. We would have preferred to ride out this event in Portugal but a State of Emergency was imposed. There was no panic, everyone was rational and sane in their response to this unprecedented event and our lovely host made certain we were safe. The Bird Restaurant stayed open to provide take out meals--which was our saving grace--and they also delivered meals to those in need. We experienced humanity at it's best and look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Above and Beyond

Adriana was most kind and accommodating during our stay at her lovely apartment, in spite of an illness and hospitalization in her family. We very much appreciate what this must have required on her part. Thank you Adriana. Mary Jane
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie K., Parker, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint place in Foz

Ariana had great recommendations for where to eat and provided a map and explained the best way to get around. The place was in a great location with easy walking distance to the beach and restaurants. My husband and I had a wonderful stay would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig C., Loma Linda, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay at Casa Bela Romantics!

We stayed in this beautiful classic Portuguese apartment for 10 nights and enjoyed every moment. Ariana, our host, was so friendly, kind and attentive. The apartment is located in Foz do Douro, a few miles - and a world away - from Porto city centre.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019