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Cathedral Design Apartments

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with a restaurant, steps from Porto Cathedral

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Guests stay steps from Porto Cathedral in design-forward apartments blending upscale comforts with local character. The property offers in-room WiFi, continental breakfast, and express check-in. Helpful staff provides excellent tour assistance for exploring nearby Ribeira Square.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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Superior Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, City View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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Panoramic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View (Sé)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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About the neighborhood

Located in Centro / Baixa, a neighborhood in Porto, Cathedral Design Apartments is near a metro station. Museum of Port Wine and Casa da Música are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Porto Botanical Garden and SEA LIFE Porto. Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Porto travel guide
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Rua Sao Sebastiao 31-35, Porto, Porto, 4050-569

What's nearby

  • Portugal, Porto, Ribeira (Historic center)
    Porto Historic Center
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Porto Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage architecture
    Porto Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ribeira Square featuring a city, dining out and cafe lifestyle
    Ribeira Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge, a city and modern architecture
    Dom Luis I Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Torre dos Clérigos is a bell tower that is part of the church with the same name. This monument is considered by many the biggest highlight of Oporto. Read about this amazing city and lose yourself in history: http://bit.ly/1QRDG6n
    Clerigos Tower
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • São Bento Station
    5 min walk
  • Guindais Funicular
    5 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Castro - Atelier de Pastéis de Nata
    4 min walk
  • The Wine Box
    6 min walk
  • Sagardi Porto
    5 min walk
  • Floresta Café by Hungry Biker
    5 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Design Apartments

Aparthotel with a restaurant, steps from Porto Cathedral
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Comforts include premium bedding and a pillow menu, and guests will also find conveniences like an electric kettle and a dishwasher. Limited housekeeping is available.
Cathedral Design Apartments offers 9 accommodations with espresso makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 7 to 12.50 per person
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pets stay free
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city center
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

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
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • 9 units
  • Built in 1645
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 7 to 12.5 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
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, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Hotel registry numbers: 32946/AL, 32949/AL, 32950/AL, 32952/AL, 32953/AL, 32957/AL, 32961/AL, 32965/AL, 32969/AL.
Property Registration Number 32946,32949,32950,32952,32953,32957,32961,32965/AL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cathedral Design Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Cathedral Design Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one-way fee applies.

Where is Cathedral Design Apartments located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square. Holy Trinity Church and Sandeman Cellars are also within 15 minutes. Guindais Funicular and Batalha-Guindais Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Cathedral Design Apartments Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 734 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 734 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 734 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 734 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 734 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good enjoyed my stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, close walking proximity to tourist attractions, transportation, convenience stores and restaurants/bars.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hendrikus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property in a great location. Easy access to the attractions, dining and shopping options and being basically in the middle of the historic centre was very special.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Staff are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I like the location close to metro and train station
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close the sites, lovely cafe next door and great Fado show
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolò

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay!

Perfect stay. Great position. The room was clean and comfy. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
ALL went WELL area was in GREAT location…!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ze Bang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super convenient location and beautiful apartment! Located close to all the highlights of Porto! We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a great location!! Close to so much and beautiful. The room is very decent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good located, close to the cathedral. Everything easy accessible by foot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location to explore Porto. The apartment was spacious and had everything needed for our stay. Nice views and easy to get to popular attractions and public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice accommodations with A+ location

Location is the best! Communication was great and they provided us with lots of excellent food recommendations and we were able to laundry at a place nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Beautiful Stay

One of the best rooms I’ve stayed at! Great communication from the beginning. Friendly staff, beautiful room with a view! I’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Brilliant position and a spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was in a great location right outside the cathedral. This made traveling between
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good location and excellent communication from the staff. Good facilities in the apartment and ample space. Overall a great place to stay to experience Porto.

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location for exploring Porto, very helpful staff, very comfortable bed. It is a tiny studio apartment but worked well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place cozy and functionnal
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We cant wait to return, we loved our city view room, opening windows, kitchenette, fridge & dining table, felt like a wee piece of home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great apartment in good location. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Good location in the okd centre.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Hidden gem!

Great location, very comfortable apartment and friendly, helpful staff. If returning to Porto we would both look forward to staying at C.D.A again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Perfect location

Beautiful modern apartments, really nice personal and the perfect location. will defiantly choose this hotel again if I come back to Porto
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay at cathedral apartments in October 2023. The room was clean, quiet and in a great location. The hosts were friendly and helpful and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023