We spent about a month in this well-equipped and charming apartment. As full-time travelers, it had everything we needed to feel at home during our stay.
Communication & Check-in: We received check-in instructions prior to our arrival and were able to access the apartment at exactly check-in time with no issues. Of note, there are a few sets of stairs to climb to reach the unit. Eva & Dani stayed in contact with us and quickly responded to any questions we had.
Location: This apartment is well located on a narrow street with nice views of the historic surrounding buildings. It’s a great spot for exploring the historic parts of Porto on foot, with quick access to the riverfront. We arrived via the São Bento Train Station and walked to the apartment less than 10 minutes from there. The nearest grocery store we used was the Minipreço about 650 meters away. There are also larger supermarkets like Pingo Doce and Continente a little further away.
Amenities: The apartment looks just as pictured and was very clean when we arrived. The kitchen was stocked with enough dishes and cookware to prepare meals at home, which we did most days. The washer worked well and there is a large drying rack available in the bedroom closet. The hot water is REALLY hot, and we had no issues with showers. Weekly cleaning and linen changes are available for longer stays at an extra charge, but we opted to clean up ourselves.
Wifi: The wifi was solid and reliable! We got downloads of ~54 Mbps and uploads of ~13 Mbps.
Sleep: The bed is really comfortable and we slept well throughout our stay. The closet is large and has plenty of available space, along with some extra blankets and pillows. One note, the bedroom window faces the interior staircase leading up to the apartment, so we did occasionally hear people coming and going.
Summary: Porto is a magical place and certainly worthy of a visit. We were really happy with this location and apartment for our stay. Eva & Dani were great hosts and very responsive to our needs. We can 100% recommend it!