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Guest house · Porto · Norte Region

Dear Porto By Hosty

A central Porto guest house with city views, a 9-minute walk from Livraria Lello and close to the old town.

  • Central location near Livraria Lello and the old city
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with air conditioning
  • Helpful staff and good value for money
8.2 Great 2836 reviews Booking.com 8.2 · 2836 reviews

About

Dear Porto By Hosty

Dear Porto By Hosty is a guest house set on Santa Catarina, one of Porto's busiest shopping streets. It's a 9-minute walk from Livraria Lello and within easy reach of the historic centre, making it a practical base for first-time visitors.

Rooms are simple but well-kept, with air conditioning, heating, and tea and coffee facilities. The guest house has a terrace and garden area, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Check-in runs from 15:00 to 22:00, and the property is non-smoking with no pets allowed.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location — A 9-minute walk from Livraria Lello and close to the old city, with the metro station Balhoa only 150m away. Guests consistently praised the convenience for exploring Porto on foot.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms — Reviewers repeatedly described rooms as clean, spacious, and comfortable, with air conditioning available in all room types.
  • Helpful and friendly staff — Many guests highlighted the staff as excellent, kind, and helpful, contributing to a positive overall experience.
  • Good value breakfast — A breakfast option at €6 is noted as great value, including fresh coffee and juice.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, which may be a drawback for travellers with animals.
  • Strict check-in window — Check-in is only available from 15:00 to 22:00, which might be inconvenient for late arrivals.
  • No on-site parking — The property does not list parking, so guests arriving by car may need to find public parking nearby.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double Room

  • 2 Single beds,1 Double bed,1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Twin Room Private External Bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Room Bunk Bed

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Balcony

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Coffee machine

Outdoor

  • Terrace
  • Garden area
  • Garden furniture

Services

  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.2
Great 2836 reviews

Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 2,836 reviews

Booking.com · 8.2 · 2836 reviews
8.2Verified guest

“Functional double room with very comfortable beds. Good breakfast to start the day, including fresh orange juice. Location close to all main attractions and the historic centre of Porto at an affordable price. Nearby Toasted is a great place to relax.”

8.2Verified guest

“Excellent and very helpful staff, very clean room and quite spacious.”

8.2Verified guest

“Perfect location in the centre and very close to the old city. Staff is very nice and helpful.”

8.2Verified guest

“Staff were helpful and the location was perfect for exploring the city. The breakfast at €6 was great value, with fresh coffee and juice.”

8.2Verified guest

“We only slept in the family double room with aircon but liked it. A hairdryer, guest toiletries and bath sheets were available.”

8.2Verified guest

“Very friendly staff. Well situated right in the centre of the city. Clean and in good condition.”

04 — Location

Getting around Porto

The property sits in Porto.

Livraria Lello: One of Porto's most famous bookshops, a 9-minute walk from the guest house.

Old Town: The historic centre, including Ribeira, is within a 15-minute walk, as noted by guests.

Metro station Balhoa: 150m away, making it easy to connect to the rest of the city.

R. De Sta. Catarina, 744, Porto, Norte Region, 4000446, Portugal

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-22:00
Check-out
By 01:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out at Dear Porto By Hosty?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is from 01:00 to 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the property?

No, pets are not allowed at Dear Porto By Hosty.

Is breakfast available, and how much does it cost?

Yes, breakfast is available and a guest review mentions it costs €6, including fresh coffee and juice.

Is there parking on site?

The property does not list on-site parking. Guests arriving by car may need to use public parking nearby.

Does the guest house have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is listed as an amenity and is available in all room types.

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The bottom line

Dear Porto By Hosty is a well-located, clean and friendly guest house that offers solid value for a Porto city break. While it lacks parking and has a limited check-in window, its central position and helpful staff make it a reliable choice for sightseers.

8.2A dependable central stay, but plan for parking and check-in times.

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