Cathedral Design Apartments

4.0 star property
Upscale aparthotel, walk to Porto Cathedral

Room options

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, City View, Ground Floor

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, City View, Ground Floor | View from room

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, City View, Ground Floor

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

Superior Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View | View from room

Superior Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 43 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine

Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine

Design Duplex, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Mezzanine

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, City View

8.5/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen, City View

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 39 sq m
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Porto

Cathedral Design Apartments puts you in the heart of Porto, steps from Porto Cathedral and within a 10-minute stroll of Ribeira Square. Highlights at this aparthotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with an espresso maker, a portable fan and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Premium bedding and a pillow menu welcome you to a good night's rest, and other nice touches include free toiletries. Limited housekeeping is available. .This pet-friendly aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-in. Plus you'll find express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Continental breakfast is available daily. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Centro / Baixa aparthotel include Holy Trinity Church and Sandeman Cellars.
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What's nearby

  • Porto Cathedral - 1 min walk
  • Ribeira Square - 6 min walk
  • Porto Historic Center - 7 min walk
  • Sandeman Cellars - 13 min walk
  • Casa da Musica - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • São Bento Station - 5 min walk
  • Guindais Funicular - 5 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castro - Atelier de Pastéis de Nata - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Mouzinho da Silveira 196 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cantinho do Avillez Porto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wine Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tapas 65 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

Cathedral Design Apartments

Upscale aparthotel, walk to Porto Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Cathedral Design Apartments.

This 4-star Porto aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1645
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Cathedral Design Apartments offers 9 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

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

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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

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

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

  • 9 rooms
  • 4 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 1645
  • Individually decorated

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number 32946,32949,32950,32952,32953,32957,32961,32965/AL

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Cathedral Design Apartments.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Cathedral Design Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Cathedral Design Apartments?

The closest beach to Cathedral Design Apartments is Matosinhos Beach (8 km).

Does Cathedral Design Apartments serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cathedral Design Apartments?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Cathedral Design Apartments's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cathedral Design Apartments?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Cathedral Design Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 634 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 634 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gianluca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Irene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This apartment is located right in the historic center. It is a short walk to most tourist sites. Getting to the apartment is a little tricky. Once after check in, everything is smooth.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Top floor room.
Our room would be more suited to Snow Whites friends. Kept banging my head on the low ceiling. Booked this apartment before our friends yet their room was much nicer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for us worked out nicely for 3 people. Heads up the welcome gift is a bottle of water, coffee and tea ….. so don’t get to excited! Super chill place. Only saw front desk once but they are fantastic and super quick at replying if needed. Great value. Will be back for sure. Restaurant next door is a foda experience you shouldn’t miss.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Pong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a very cool location right under the cathedral in the heart of the old city. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

V

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views of the Cathedral from our apartment.We like being in the historic centre of Porto.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024