Apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia
2 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this apartment rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Pool
Non-smoking
Gym
Heating
Wheelchair accessible
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Garden
Sauna
Accessible Parking
Accessible by lift
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Vila Nova de Gaia
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Espacioso con la menor vista de Porto desde Gaia
Check out podria ser 11 am y seria genial
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Comfortable beds, quiet and beautiful views
Steep staircase
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Erg ruim appartement
Fijne ontvangst
6 / 10Average·Sep 2026
The location was great, and the building's gym and pool were exactly as advertised. Free parking was included, which was a real bonus in Vila Nova de Gaia. The apartment had a reasonable amount of space, and the kitchen was adequately equipped. All appliances were in working order.
Sadly, the apartment was not as advertised. The listing photos show a bright space with lots of natural light and a lovely outdoor area, but in reality it was quite dark when the lights were not all switched on. The deck in the outdoor area is a genuine trip hazard, with loose and lifted boards, a broken board and exposed fixings. The panels around the outdoor AC unit and water heater were open.
We knew there was no air conditioning, and fans were provided. However, an AC system is actually installed but not working, which, together with the state of the deck, made it feel as if the building had not been finished.
The listing mentions a work space, which turned out to be the small glass table left outside in the passage, and I had to clean it before I could set up my laptop. The round dining table is fine for meals, but it isn't really a place for two people to work for a week.
For a 7-night stay we were not offered any cleaning or fresh bedding (even if we were willing to pay). Only 3 spare toilet rolls were provided for two people for a week, and I had to ask for clothes hangers. Check-in was handled by an agency representative. It was efficient, but a warmer welcome would have made a real difference to our first impression.
We didn't raise these issues during our stay. We were on a working holiday and didn't want workmen in the apartment, and with an agency managing the property, it didn't seem likely to be resolved quickly. However, the condition of the deck is not something a guest should need to report. Any professional inspection of the space before letting it would have shown that it is a hazard.
At this price we expected the property to match its photos and have the basics in working order. I've attached photos of the deck so future guests can judge for themselves.
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"Comfortable beds, quiet and beautiful views"
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