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Smiling Places

3.0 star property
Waterfront guesthouse with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Superior Double or Twin Room
Standard Triple Room
Superior Double or Twin Room
Free daily continental breakfast

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Av. da Liberdade 467, Vila do Conde, Porto, 4485-301
  • The Style Outlets
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Vila do Conde Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Vila do Conde

At Smiling Places you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Moreiro Beach and 4 km (2.5 mi) from The Style Outlets. Highlights at this guest house include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to hiking/biking trails. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Vila do Conde guest house include Norte Shopping and Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • The Style Outlets - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Praca da Republica - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Matosinhos Beach - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Vila do Conde Beach - 16 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Modivas Sul Station - 4 min drive
  • Leandro Station - 17 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Novo Rumo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Lima's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Barraquinha - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪O Banheiro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Petisqueira Filipe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Smiling Places

Waterfront guesthouse with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Smiling Places also features a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Vila do Conde guest house.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
Smiling Places offers 4 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Vila do Conde guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Baby toys
  • Beach toys
  • Changing table
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Highchair
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 14 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 125106/AL

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 April and close on 31 October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Smiling Places Guesthouse
Smiling Places Vila do Conde
Smiling Places Guesthouse Vila do Conde

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Smiling Places?

Smiling Places offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Smiling Places?

Yep, Smiling Places has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Smiling Places?

Yep, Smiling Places is a short 17-minute walk from Moreiro Beach.

Does Smiling Places have a pool?

Smiling Places has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from April 01 to October 31).

Is Smiling Places family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as changing tables and highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Smiling Places is a hit with families.

Does Smiling Places serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Smiling Places?

No, Smiling Places does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Smiling Places?

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

Are pets allowed at Smiling Places?

No, pets are not allowed.

Smiling Places Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful guest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cherry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect stay

Smiling Places is the most incredible guest house; Elizabeth and Fernando the most wonderful and kind hosts. We were walking the Camino with our children - weary from a long walk - and this was a perfect stop. Washing machine is excellent. Breakfast was plentiful. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All very, very good. 😃
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay owner is the best
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. We felt like family. Best breakfast on our trips and we got bags for lunch. Elisabete did everything to make our night and next part of our Camino safe, happy, and healthy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Élisabete est une hôtesse hors du commun, tout est parfait de l’accueil, la chambre et le petit déjeuner. Nous vous le recommandons fortement 😀coup de ♥️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostess who couldn't do enough for her guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, relaxing place to stay with the most warm and welcoming hostess! She offered a beautiful breakfast spread, and great advice for our Camino de Santiago journey! This was our favorite place along the way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Of 15 nights on the Camino, this was absolutely the BEST stay my 14-year-old daughter and I had! Elisabete is phenomenal! Our room was beautifully decorated along with the attached bath. Everything spotless. Elisabete was so welcoming and caring! Amazing breakfast and genuine Portugal hospitality! Don't look elsewhere! Book this incredible stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travor

Travelled with family

Smiling Faces

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Harrisonburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access from the Camino and wonderful hostess!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Camino

Amazing place with a lovely host. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just the best!

We have travelled extensively over 5 continents. We just experienced the best host ever. It felt like family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff! Welcoming and helpful, and were even able to accommodate my wife's gluten intolerance on very short notice (we didn't expect gluten-free bread at all, as there were plenty of alternative options in the expansive breakfast offerings already!)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host, Elisabete welcomed me like a friend. I loved staying here so much. It was my last night in Portugal and she made me wish I stayed there the whole time. Comfortable, clean, and a delicious breakfast in the morning. I have never felt so welcome. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Above & beyond!!!

This was an amazing experience!! I can’t say enough about how it exceeded our expectations! The host goes above & beyond to make you comfortable and happy!! She even helped other travelers find a place to stay because she didn’t have rooms available:) every detail is thought out with great care & love!! I would recommend booking in advance because this place is definitely worth the trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was so happy to find this place! The hostess immediately made us feel right at home with her warm welcome and friendly demeanor. Her home was charming and beautiful. It was a perfect stay! I hope to come back one day!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hier wird man so herzlich empfangen. Ich habe noch so viel Gastfreundlichkeit gesehen wie hier. Man fühlt sich angekommen und in guten Händen. Muito obrigado Brian
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

René

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind owner, super friendly and good recommendation about the restaurant. Calm place, see view with lovely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024