We were extremely disappointed in this stay. Having stayed in Airbnbs in many different countries, including Portugal, we have a good idea of what to expect. There were three main problems here:
1. Location / Accessibility: We we’re traveling by train and chose this listing largely based on proximity to the station. However, a massive construction project in the area has shut down vehicle and pedestrian access to many streets. Navigating through it is extremely challenging — most businesses are still open, but you may have to walk half a (hilly!) mile out of your way to reach them. This is not the host’s fault, of course, but to not even mention it in the listing seems disingenuous.
2. Air Conditioning: the unit did not work when we arrived, and the host was not able to find a solution before we left. It cooled down at night, so we were able to open the windows, but the seagulls woke us up at 5 AM, even with earplugs!
3. Cleanliness / Quality: a number of small things contributed to the overall experience, which was less than comfortable. Towels were stained, hair and mold in the bathroom, the toilet had come detached from the wall and one of the buttons was broken. An unpleasant fishy odor came from the fridge, and the freezer was frozen shut. The sheets didn’t quite fit the bed and came off during the night. The coffee maker takes specialty pods, which were not provided (the host did offer to bring some over, but we had headed out early thanks to the seagulls.)
For me, the stay wasn’t worth what we paid because of these problems. But knowledge is power, so make your own decision. Enjoy Porto — it’s a beautiful city!