Casa do Cativo

–Excellent location – show map
+29 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Setting: Casa do Cativo in Porto offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide additional comfort. Delicious Breakfast: Guests enjoy a continental or à la carte breakfast with local specialties, fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juices. Breakfast is highly praised by visitors. Prime Location: Located in the city center, Casa do Cativo is a short walk from Sao Bento Metro Station and Ribeira Square. Nearby attractions include Clerigos Tower and Luis I Bridge. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 11 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Garden
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Porto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free

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Naomi
United States United States
“The hotel is in a very central location. It’s really beautiful. The staff, specifically Margarida, were so helpful and welcoming.”
Anastasios
Austria Austria
“Beautiful building / room, very spacious and extremely clean. The breakfast was good and the location was amazing. Margarida provided all the information needed, and was extremely helpful!”
Kara
United States United States
“Warm attentive staff, gorgeous rooms, beautiful and tasty daily breakfast - just perfect!”
Mary
United States United States
“Absolutely lovely in every way. Margarida was so kind and helpful, and the staff was exceptional. Beautiful property!”
Danielle
South Africa South Africa
“Margarida and staff was exceptional, always ready to help with anything we needed. The location couldn’t have been better, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Breakfast was a yummy selection of fresh and delicious options each morning....”
Whiting
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This guest house is exceptional, one of the best we have stayed in. Margarida and Rebeca are so friendly, jovial and helpful, and the accomodation is first rate; clean, quiet and well appointed. It is so handy for all the main attractions. Do not...”
Thomas
United States United States
“The room was very nice. Very clean. Great breakfast. The staff is very friendly and helpful.”
Laura
United States United States
“The hotel is stunning - both the common spaces and the room itself. Margarida was so friendly and accomodating - she welcomed us when we arrived, and made sure that we had breakfast delivered early to our room when a tour unexpectedly changed the...”
Sally
United States United States
“Location and beautiful, spacious king suite with amazing terrace view.”
Amal
United States United States
“Casa do Cativo is a wonderful place to stay in a beautiful city and in a great location. Just a 5 minute walk to the Sao Bento station and no more than 15-20 minute walk to many of Porto's gems. The room we were assigned was large, bright, and...”

Managed by Casa do Cativo

Company review score: 10Based on 739 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

In the heart of the historical center of Oporto, UNESCO world heritage city, Casa do Cativo Team receive you in their recently renovated 19th Century building, offering the comfort of a fine hotel with a family atmosphere. The building renovation respected its authentic trace, original granit,e, and woods high ceilings, and wooden blinds all recovered. the swimming pool is available during summertime and its depth can be adjusted for kids.

Neighborhood info

Ideally located between the San Joao National Theatre, the must-see Sao Bento station, and Cathedral Sé, Casa do Cativo is the perfect starting point to discover the city. Monuments, Porto wine cellars, shopping spots, transports, restaurants, and bars are a walking distance from the house.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Casa do Cativo

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Garden
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Casa do Cativo takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

Please inform Casa do Cativo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: 59978/AL

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