Gaia Residence 4*
Main amenities
- The lagest option:
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 2 bedrooms
Location
Featuring an indoor swimming pool, the smoke-free Gaia Residence Vila Nova de Gaia hotel is around a 25-minute walk from the 17th-century hilltop Monastery of Serra do Pilar. Boasting access to the landscaped gardens "Jardins do Palacio de Cristal", 2.8 km away, this 4-star aparthotel includes a sauna, massage therapy, and spa services providing guests with air-conditioned rooms.
The comfortable hotel lies right in the centre of Vila Nova de Gaia. The all-seater Estadio do Dragao Football Stadium is in close proximity to the Gaia Residence Vila Nova de Gaia, while Alferes Pereira bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' walk away. Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Jardim Soares dos Reis, situated 450 metres away. The area features a number of shopping sites, such as the Avenida dos Aliados, which is 2.6 km from the accommodation. Joao de Deus city rail station is approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
Gaia Residence hotel has 160 rooms with a mini-kitchen and a dining area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea/coffee making equipment are provided. There are spacious bedrooms and private bathrooms with a bidet and shower/tub combinations provided. Bathrooms with a bidet and shower/tub combinations, also offer hair dryers and shower caps. Guests can take advantage of views of the river.
The elegant Gaia Residence offers a continental breakfast daily. 2 restaurants serving various cuisines await you onsite of the hotel. Also, this property features a lounge bar. Friends Kitchen Porto is adjacent to the Gaia Residence, 30 metres away.
Review by hotel critic
If you're considering Gaia Residence for your next family vacation in Porto, here's the scoop. Located a bit outside the old town but conveniently close to the Metro, the place has its perks. The spacious rooms are a plus, especially for families like mine, accommodating two adults and two kids comfortably. We appreciated the small touches, like a prepared cot for our toddler, which showed the staff's attention to families. I faced confusion at the entrance, as it doubles with the Holiday Inn-definitely not ideal for first-timers. The atmosphere could be more serene; walls aren't exactly soundproof. On the plus side, the amenities like free Wi-Fi and a decent breakfast are pretty good. Though it may seem luxurious, consider your budget: there are other choices that might offer better value for more peaceful stays. Just weigh the costs against what you expect for a family getaway. Safe travels!
