We can definitely recommend to stay at the apartment as it ticks all the boxes for a wonderful visit to beautiful Porto. Not only is the apartment in its details well thought out and you won't miss anything but it is also the hosts‘ hospitality and their love and care for this beautiful house that tops it all. Bonfim area has a charme of its own. Beautiful houses and big old trees give it a calm atmosphere which is what you want after a day out in Porto amongst all the other tourists. And the best thing is that it's only about a 10 to 15 minutes walk to some of the famous sights. There are also little shops and many nice places for breakfast in the area.

Stayed in May 2024

It was a bit dark in the apartament due to the trees on the street but I think that in the middle of the summer it can be actually an advantage of this apartament as it will not be so hot.

The apartament was very pleasent. Pretty close to the subway station (around 400-500 meters). The hosts were also very nice. They gave us some porto, sweets and free bottle of water. The corridor leading to the room looks amazing - the real Portugal look.

Stayed in May 2024

We really enjoyed our stay in this apartment and would definitely rebook if we came back to Porto. It had everything we could want, and João was a very hospitable host. The terrace was lovely for eating outside, and the other terrace had a tree with amazing lemons on which we benefited from! The bed sheets were really soft too :)

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing can be done about this, but the apartments are up 2 flights of stairs - no lift. Although it was well and recently decorated, grey is not my favourite colour! I didn't think much of the decor; but that's personal taste. The shower was a little odd, but worked. The loo paper, as everywhere else we stayed, was flimsy and thin and didn't last us four days, so we had to buy more. Oh, and we forgot to tell João that the duvet was too hot, so we improvised a bit.

Almost everything. João is very nice, helpful and informative, and gave us a lovely welcome, including a small decanter of port and some madeleines. Everything we needed was provided, the apartment was comfortable and everything we used worked properly. The stairwell was lined with beautiful blue Portuguese tiles, there were two balconies and a little garden with a barbecue and a lemon tree. Delightful!

Stayed in March 2024

The shower could have been more powerful, but that is probably the only negative I can think of. Some hangers to hang up clothes could be welcome but not needed.

Hosts were very accommodating and provided useful guidance to Porto, including a map and pointing out worthwhile places to visit for food and exploring. The room was as expected from the pictures, cosy and well-equipped. The location probably couldn't have been much better, was in a quiet neighbourhood with the centre of Porto just a short walk away.

Stayed in March 2024

Cozy and comfortable apartment. Friendly hosts. Good assistance about the city and its sightseeing's. Meet and greet with Porto wine.

Stayed in March 2024

It’s very clean and comportable. Host is very kind and nice. If you ask something to host. He responds promptly. Welcome porto wine is really good.

Stayed in January 2024

Heating Facility- One issue we had with the apartment was the size of heater and placement of air-conditioner. There was only one portable heater available and one air-conditioner unit that blows air at the direction of the entrance of the apartment. Kitchen and bathroom area that is facing away from the air-conditioner unit were tad cold, and it was too cold for us during our sleep in the first night stay, probably also due to the foggy and cold weather.

Hospitality - The host met us in person to pass us the keys despite we reached quite late (around 5.30pm) and also showed us literally everything we need to explore the city of Porto! There is a huge panoramic picture of beautiful Porto right on top of the bed and also a detailed map right before you enter the room. We were being shown where to get the best Francescinha, where to get fresh seafood, where to walk around etc. They also prepared us delicious orange madeleines and a bottle of Port Wine - a very warm gesture to welcome us to the stay. Location - Bonfim is a rather slow-paced neighborhood located next to the river bank, and just 15-minutes (walk) away from Porto Cathedral. It is quiet and beautiful especially in the morning with no tourists bustling around. It is also located just 5-minutes (walk) away from the Dom Henrique bridge where you can get marvelous view of Porto. For the brave-hearted, one can even walk down the steep road beneath the Dom Henrique bridge and across the road to get to the most iconic Luis I bridge. Not to mention, there is an Austrian Restaurant just downstairs serving really good food that we enjoyed a lot. Overall, the location is perfect. Facilities - The apartment has complete kitchen facilities that had us cooked two meals - one breakfast and one dinner. Hood, hob, oven etc to kitchen utensils - pots, pans, turner, plates, mugs to basic condiments. They also have washer that let us do our laundry; TV to keep us entertained when we're cozying away at night. At the end of our stay, the host met us up again to bid us farewell.

Stayed in November 2023

We enjoyed our stay at daPraca and were sorry that we were only staying one night between tours. Our host was great, organising a transfer from the airport and being there to welcome us and explain the apartment facilities to us. He was in close communication with us and we really appreciate being able to leave our luggage in the apartment. We also loved the welcome port and cakes on arrival. We would certainly recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Porto.

Stayed in October 2023

We didn't stay long enough to use the BBQ in the garden. Nothing to not-like really. It was perfect!

Joao was a very hospitable, helpful and responsive host. Sparkingly clean, comfortable and well-appointed apartment. Quiet, safe neighbourhood with arty vibe. Short walk from the city centre. Lovely terrace and courtyard garden. Excellent port and homemade muffins as a welcome treat! We also liked Donau the Austrian cafe on the street-level of the same building.

Stayed in September 2023

Self catering apartment, everything we needed was in apartment, lovely white thick towels

Stayed in September 2023

Had everything we needed. Comfortable bed. Lovely terrace and garden.

Stayed in September 2023

Everything was perfect

A wonderful apartment at a very convenient spot. We lived the landlord. He was extremely helpful. It was really a great surprise. A gem

Stayed in August 2023

We really enjoyed our stay in this apartment. The communication with the staff was great. We had a great reception that included homemade muffins and wine. The host couldn’t be friendlier and helpful. I would totally recommend it

Stayed in July 2023

Everything was great, and we would love to return one day.

Stayed in June 2023

Great location, lovely outdoor space, clean and had everything to ensure a great stay. Host was very friendly and provided lots of information.

Stayed in June 2023

all was good.

Wonderful. very clean and very comfortable for us. every morning we had coffee on the beautiful deck while we enjoyed the sun. It was obvious that the owners put love and care into the apartment. We also loved that the property was away from the tourists. And our walk to everything was very short and easy. It was very quiet and so nice to walk around. Next door there is an amazing restaurant (Donau) that we enjoyed several times. Up the street a sweet little grocery, also with nice food we could enjoy there. We highly recommend this apartment and would love to come back.

Stayed in June 2023

Not much, perhaps some instructions for the appliances eg coffee machine or washing machine. It was a bit of guess work.

The location, the layout, the deck, the comfortable bed. It was really quiet, but only a few minutes walk to the main Porto area. Only 3 euros for Uber ride to station. Everything there we needed. Very detailed and stylish fit out. Owner was super helpful and friendly. One of best stays we have ever had. You could park in the street also. Plenty of cupboard space and bathroom very clean and functional.

Stayed in June 2023

It was very quiet most of the time but at some times there was the sound of the aeration system of the restaurant’s kitchen downstairs that we could hear from the outside.

We really liked the terrace where we had breakfast every morning. We appreciated the interior design very much. And the closeness to the center of town without being in the middle of it.

Stayed in May 2023

A couple of things needed minor maintenance, nothing serious.

owners very responsive. lovely apt in an old renovated home. beautiful terrace, soft sheets!

Stayed in May 2023

There is nothing to not like!

Everything about this property is PERFECT! The rooms, the comfort, the cleanliness, the outdoor patio, the little cakes and port….AND the hosts! I had the pleasure to meet the son upon my arrival and the father came to wish us well as we were leaving. They are both incredibly kind and charming. Please look no further…this is the place to stay! oh, it is quiet too with a lovely restaurant just next door with amazingly prepared food, delicious!

Stayed in May 2023

My only issue with the Apartment was that I could hear music from the coffee shop / restaurant / bar downstairs. I stayed during a public holiday which might explain the slightly louder music (which stopped at midnight).

I had the pleasure of staying in the Apartment with Terrace for 3 nights. The apartment is located in a charming residential area (Bonfim) and is close to all of the sights of Porto (easy walking distance) but far enough away not to feel touristy. The apartment itself is homely, airy and spacious. The master bed was large and comfortable and the terrace is lovely for a quiet evening sipping port and reading a book. João was an excellent host and even picked me up from the metro station which was above and beyond what I expected. If I’m ever back in Porto, this is where I’ll stay.

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing - we found it exactly as described.

An attractive and comfortable studio with everything necessary for the three of us. A nice, quiet area and easy to get to the centre. Great communication from the host too.

Stayed in April 2023

We got a little cold at night time but there is a heating/aircon unit within the aparment so it was probably us not working how to set it!

Absolutely amazing stay at the apartment - both Joao and his father in law were lovely and brilliant hosts providing guidance both before and during our stay. They provided recommendations of what to see, how to get to the apartment and local amenities. We really appreciated the delicious handmade cakes as well as the port and coffee. The location is within walking distance of the centre and a quiet neighbourhood. The apartment itself was perfect for 2 people and we absolutely loved the terrace - it was a shame we didn't have better weather to take more advantage of it is the only thing! We were able to leave our bags at the apartment which was really appreciated and meant we had even longer to visit the beautiful city of Porto. Would thoroughly recommend staying at the apartment to anyone and would definitely return to stay there if/when we revisit the city!

Stayed in March 2023