At Residencial Vale Formoso, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Porto Cathedral and Casa da Música. Also, Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Marquês Station is 14 minutes away.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily until 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 6230/AL
Also known as
Residencial Vale Formoso
Residencial Vale Formoso Hotel
Residencial Vale Formoso Hotel Porto
Residencial Vale Formoso Porto
Residencial Vale Formoso B&B Porto
Residencial Vale Formoso B&B
Residencial Vale Formoso Hotel
Residencial Vale Formoso Porto
Residencial Vale Formoso Hotel Porto
Frequently asked questions
Does Residencial Vale Formoso offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Residencial Vale Formoso does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Residencial Vale Formoso?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Residencial Vale Formoso?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Residencial Vale Formoso.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Residencial Vale Formoso?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Residencial Vale Formoso?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (20-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Residencial Vale Formoso and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Residencial Vale Formoso like?
Residencial Vale Formoso is in Paranhos, a short 19-minute walk from University of Porto.
Residencial Vale Formoso Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2024
Ibtissam
Ibtissam, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Apr 6, 2024
This has to be the worst hotel I've stayed in Europe. I arrived past 9 in the evening ring the bell and I had to wait outside in the rain and cold for a good 10-15 minutes. I do not speak Portuguese or Spanish and the owners speak very little English - so communication throughout my stay was terrible. There is a strong smell of cat urine or poo in the common area and even my room. My room was not cleaned on my second day, no WIFI and there was a leak at the top of the shower which I reported - they only said it was a holiday and basically did nothing. The single room was too small - I am an average size asian guy and I had to squeeze myself in the toilet and shower. The room gets really really cold as well. I am trying to think of something good about this place but I can't think of anything.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2024
Anelia
Anelia, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 28, 2024
The owners were super nice... a very elderly couple and their son. My room was basic but clean. They turned it over every day. The only thing was the common area had a strong smell from a cat, I think.
Tatiana
Tatiana, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2023
Great location.
Excellent. Very clean and nice staff. Good location.
Paul helped me check in he was very friendly.
Room was nice clean and near to bus.
Ayesha
Ayesha, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2023
Beautiful place
Kylee
Kylee, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 14, 2023
Ursula
Ursula, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 14, 2023
Good value
Very friendly service. Room was small but clean, good bed and hot shower. In a quiet area about a half hour walk from the historic centre. Good restaurants, cafés and laundromats nearby. Basic but price is very good compared to downtown.
Charles
Charles, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 10, 2021
Vale Formoso
Clean room, but very small bathroom. Sr Jose and other staff are really helpful. Neighborhood is nice and safe.
MILENKO
MILENKO, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2020
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 12, 2019
Nice friendly place. Easy to walk to and from town too
Nicholas
Nicholas, 6-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2019
Very much good
The owner is very much nice. The hotel has a good price and an excellent service.
Fernando
Fernando, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 6, 2019
Location is good, but the room was in a different building than the registration. It was wortn out and tired.
Verified traveler
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 24, 2018
Staff were very helpful and friendly. It was a little noisy because all of the floors are wood/tile so you can hear everyone entering and leaving the building, though the rooms are fairly quiet otherwise.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 1, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2018
Verified traveler
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 7, 2017
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2017
Great location and clean. Great place to explore Porto from. Would stay again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2017
Fantastic little hotel a bit off the beaten path near the FC Porto training center in Porto. The owner is fun and especially friendly to Americans and the rooms are quite clean. A good buy at 40% more expensive.
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 29, 2017
Friendly staff but..
Okay for one night, but I wouldnt stay any longer than that. The staff was very nice, but the bed was awfull. The area was okay with a supermarket nearby. 40 min walk from the riviera with restaurants and souvenir shops.
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1-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 27, 2017
Give this a miss at all costs.
Paid for a double bed in a double room ended up with a double bed in a room that you could not swing a cat in. No where to put clothes in, not one set of drawers or bedside cabinet to put clothes or any other small items in. Owners son needs education in mannerisms, very abrupt and outwardly hostile.
David
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 15, 2016
Lovely owners.. Excellent value for money
John
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 12, 2016
Friendly family owed hotel
25 min walking from downtown, family owned hotel w very helpful and warm staff. Due to the low price I think this hotel is great, since the room was clean and normal condition and the hotel old but charming. I expected less due to the price. I had a pleasant stay.
Maria
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 1, 2015
Short staying
Family run hotel, staff extremely polite. Hotel in good condition, the building itself is a bit old, but it looks nice inside. I had a double room with basic furniture and an OK bed, if you're looking for a budget accommodation you will be pleased. The kindness of the staff is a plus.