Shining View puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Bonuses like washing machines, refrigerators, and microwaves are in all apartments. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Infante Stop is 5 minutes and Clérigos Stop is 6 minutes.
Popular amenities
Separate bedrooms
Laundry facilities
Lounge area
Kitchen
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Main amenities (9)
9 smoke-free apartments
Weekly housekeeping
Train station pick-up service
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Bike rental
Feel at home (6)
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Separate bedroom
Separate dining area
Living room
Television
Room options
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Street view)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
38 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
City view
50 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Duplex, River View
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
60 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (3 people. Street view)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
45 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 people, Street View)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
38 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (3 people. Street view 2)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
45 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
50 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Street view)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
48 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shining View
Shining View puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Bonuses like washing machines, refrigerators, and microwaves are in all apartments. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Infante Stop is 5 minutes and Clérigos Stop is 6 minutes.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
9 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Transfers
Train station pick-up*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
Kitchen
Refrigerator (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
Minibar
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Sitting area
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable service
DVD player
Laundry
Washing machine
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Limited housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Blackout drapes/curtains
Location highlights
Near a metro station
Near a train station
In the city center
In the historical district
Things to do
Bicycle rentals on site
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
9 rooms
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
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 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 05 and February 28.
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Also known as
Shining View
Shining View Apartment
Shining View Apartment Porto
Shining View Porto
Shining View Porto
Shining View Apartment
Shining View Apartment Porto
Frequently asked questions
Is Shining View currently open?
The property is closed between November 05 and February 28.
Are pets allowed at Shining View?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shining View?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Shining View.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shining View?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Shining View and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking.
Does Shining View have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Shining View like?
Shining View is in Centro / Baixa, a short 5-minute walk from Infante Stop and 10 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center.
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Shining View Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Apartment
Location
Washing machine
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2023
Excellent location, lovely apartment and extremely helpful staff which made our stay lovely.
Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Porto.
Robert james
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2023
Beautiful scenery!
Sze Shin Steve
Sze Shin Steve, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2024
Had a great view of Douro River. Quiet area.
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2022
Perfection
Everything about our stay was perfect.
Beverly
Beverly, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2023
A great apartment in a good location. Made for a great stay in a great city. Bonus is the washing machine
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2023
Well located in Porto
Well located to shopping, restaurants and walkable to all the sights of Porto. Very clean apartment and secure. Washing machine a bonus. The electrics need some attention, flickering lamp when plugged in and power outlet in main bedrooms bit dodgy. Pictures are accurate but the place is very small, smaller than we were expecting. Overall a great place for a few nights
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Jorge
Jorge, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
Bernadette
Bernadette, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2023
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2023
Mucha subida
Ruben
Ruben, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2023
Natascha
Natascha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2023
C'était parfait
Julien
Julien, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2023
Graeme
Graeme, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 16, 2022
Not Worth It. Go Elsewhere.
Disaster from the outset. Organised a shuttle from the airport. Was told could not meet for check-in but gave instructions. No shutrle was there upon arrival. Manager said that there won't be one that could meet us. We had to cab during the busiest afternoon period and cost more than the shuttle.
Apartment was clean but very dated and many broken things like towel hanger and shower head holder.
Reasonably central to shops and cafes. Main centre seems to be about 700m away.
The manager made the experience forgettable. We tried contacting many times to no avail as the front door broke and we couldn't get out and the other guests were stuck in the bitter cold for over 1 hour. We also had my wife's brother stuck in the room as no responding to us and we pleaded through calls and messages through the whatsapp number but again, no avail.
We had to call the ambulance and fire brigade. They opened the front door to the hotel and then our room to find him passed out on sleeping tablets and mixed with alcohol. We had to take to emergency. The Dr said that this was made worse by the time to get to hospital. He is now recovering back in Lisbon.
The managers response was utterly dismissive and like it was all our fault. I had my sisyer call from Australia and he never picked up so she went back to sleep.
"We don't have 24h service.
When you called our number and not whatsapp, i called you right back. And texted you.
You didn't answer.
I could never predict this was happening"
Leslie
Leslie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2022
Excelente en todo
Juan Pablo
Juan Pablo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2021
Great apartment
Very nice and clean apartment
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a, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 20, 2020
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2019
Youn kyung
Youn kyung, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2019
Central extremely clean and modern inside an old traditional building. Booking in staff very helpful and informative. Would recommend highly.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2019
Appartement globalement propre. Avec à disposition l'ensemble nécessaire pour la toilette et pour dormir.
Aurelia
Aurelia, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 28, 2019
The views were outstanding. It was very clean. Despite our late arrival (plane was diverted to Spain due to bad weather at the airport) we were still booked in upon our arrival, given instructions re the apartment, given recommendations on where to eat, visit and the location of supermarkets etc. We were provided with replacement towels etc. during our week long stay. It was quiet throughout our stay so sleeping was not an issue at all. Overall we would stay again, if we were to return to Porto one day. A very minor point but I would like larger glass tumblers and cups in the kitchen.
Verified traveler
7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2019
Nos encantó la localización y la limpieza, asi como, la amabilidad de Carol en todo momento.