Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown

16 Rua do Cativo 3ºJ, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-160 Porto, Portugal – Great location - show map

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8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
2 reviews

Lovely property once you got inside. Nice balcony to the back and front. Coffee and water provided . Very close to the cathedral, Camino and the bridge. Lots of places to eat fairly close by .

Ruth United Kingdom
a living room with a table and a couch at Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown in Porto
a living room with a couch and a table at Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown in Porto
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Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown

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  • Entire apartment
  • 506 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage

Offering free WiFi and city views, Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown is an accommodation located in the centre of Porto, just 300 metres from Sao Bento Metro Station and 400 metres from Sao Bento Train Station. It is situated 700 metres from Ribeira Square and features luggage storage space. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The apartment with a balcony and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Palacio da Bolsa, Ferreira Borges Market and Oporto Coliseum. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 17 km from Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Porto, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8

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  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely property once you got inside. Nice balcony to the back and front. Coffee and water provided . Very close to the cathedral, Camino and the bridge. Lots of places to eat fairly close by .”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Derek Hewlett

Company review score: 8.2Based on 510 reviews from 92 properties
92 managed properties

Company information

Hi! I'm Derek, I live in South Africa but I have a special love for Porto and Portugal. I fell in love with the city since my first visit and so I decided to share this affection for the city through this jorney on Booking. I look forward to welcoming you to my apartments and I will be available for whatever you need. I usually count on the help of my friend Carolina, with whom you can contact at any time before, during or after your stay. We value our guests, so we are always present in the check-in to welcome you, show you the place and give you tips to live the city as a local, what to do or to see, fantastic local restaurants, cultural agenda, book tours, transfers and all that you need to take advantage of this privileged location which allows our guests to feel vividly the experience to walk around Porto historical downtown. We are contactable during your whole stay in case you have any questions or need any assistance. Enjoy Porto, Derek

Property information

'Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown' is an apartment located in the center of Porto. It has a maximum capacity of 4 people (one bedroom with double bed and a sofa-bed) and is super well equipped to receive you during your stay in Porto. It is brightly decorated and breathes the Porto's attitude and way of life. The building is fully restored, and provides all the comfort of a modern house, while maintaining its beautiful original architectural style and traditional Portuguese facade. The apartment has wi-fi, flat-screen cable TV, a closet to keep your clothes organized and a fully equipped kitchenette with all the necessary utensils to prepare your meals. It also has 1 complete bathroom with shower, hair drier and the traditional amenities from Portugal. Both towels and linen are provided. Please note that the apartment is on the 3rd floor of a building without a lift.

Neighbourhood information

The apartment is located in the Historic Center of Porto - the oldest area of the city and it is classified as an World Heritage Site of UNESCO since 1996. It is an area marked by the medieval origins of the city and includes some of the main and best known tourist attractions such such as: The iconic São Bento Train station with its marvelous tiles, the Cathedral, Aliados Avenue, Clérigos Tower and Bolsa Palace. The apartment is also just a few steps from the Ribeira area, where you can cross the bridge to Vila Nova de Gaia. Advice from a local: While staying in Porto, do not also miss the opportunity to catch a tram alongside the river between Ribeira to Foz. The building is located in a very typical and narrow street that will definitely make you feel like a local.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Balcony
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transport
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to EUR 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
€ 7.50 per stay

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that late check-in has the following surcharges:

- EUR 20 from 19:00 to 23:00.

- EUR 40 after 23:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: 96489/AL

FAQs about Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown

  • Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown on this page.

  • Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown is 700 yards from the centre of Porto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Cativo Apartment - Porto Downtown is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.