Ildefonso Oporto Stay

Nestled in a traditional neighborhood, just a short walk from Rua de Santa Catarina and Bolhão Market, this spacious duplex apartment offers an ideal base. You’ll be close to local cafés, bakeries, and convenient metro access (24 de Agosto station is nearby), while enjoying a calm and residential atmosphere at the end of the day.

The Space

This duplex apartment, located in a classic 1980s building with elevator, offers a comfortable and functional layout across two floors.

On the lower level:

- A cozy living room with a three-seater sofa and TV, perfect for winding down after a day in the city.

- A bedroom with a double bed, built-in closet and natural light.

- A kitchen with everything you need to cook at home: a combined fridge/freezer, oven and stove, microwave, kettle, Dolce Gusto coffee machine - all wrapped in vintage Portuguese charm.

The kitchen opens to a glazed balcony with a dining table for four, bringing in natural light and a sense of space.

- A bathroom with a bathtub, finished with classic marble tiles.

Upstairs (via staircase in the living room):

- Two single beds
- Wardrobe and dresser
- A small bathroom with a shower.
- A dedicated office area with a desk and ergonomic chair, bathed in light from large windows.

Why You’ll Love It

- Bright & spacious layout ideal for longer stays

- Remote-Work Ready: A real desk, ergonomic chair and reliable Wi-Fi.

- Central but calm; enjoy local life with easy access to transport and attractions

This apartment isn’t trying to be a design showroom - instead, it offers a comfortable, lived-in space with everything you need to feel at home.

Good to Know

We want your stay to be as smooth as possible, so here are a few things to keep in mind:

- The kitchen and bathrooms are original, with retro tiles and finishes.

- Hot Water: Supplied via a water heater (thermo accumulator); if used continuously, it may take time to reheat

- Traditional Furniture: Some furnishings show their age; charm over trend

- The apartment doesn't have air conditioning. Heating is provided by portable units.

- 1 Living Room with TV
- 1 Fully Equipped kitchen
- 1 Glazed balcony with dining table
- 1 Bedroom with a double bed (lower floor)
- 1 Bedroom with two single beds (upper floor)
- 1 Dedicated Work Space
- 2 Bathrooms with shower
- Free WiFi

On the day of your arrival, a member of our team will be at the apartment to welcome you. To avoid any delays, please inform us your flight number and the estimated time of arrival at the apartment with at least 48 hours in advance. The information we’re requesting is very important for us to coordinate our team and to provide you the best welcoming experience. Without that information we cannot guarantee you a prompt check-in, so your cooperation is very important.

We are more than happy to assist you during your stay, so if you have any questions or if you are looking for some local recommendations, don't hesitate to contact us. We are here to help!

Located on Rua de Santo Ildefonso, this apartment sits in one of Porto’s most traditional neighborhoods. Just steps from Rua de Santa Catarina and the Bolhão Market, it offers the rhythm of local life, away from the crowds but close to everything you need.

The area blends convenience with character: small grocery shops, local bakeries, neighborhood cafés, and easy access to public transport and city landmarks. It’s a residential part of town, calm at night — ideal for those who want to stay central without being in the middle of the noise.

Rua de Santa Catarina is just around the corner, full of shops and historic cafés like the iconic Majestic.

The recently renovated Bolhão Market is perfect for fresh produce and getting a feel for Porto’s everyday life.

24 de Agosto metro station is just a few minutes’ walk, connecting you easily to the airport, Campanhã station, and other parts of the city.

You’ll also find small, no-frills restaurants, tascas, and bakeries serving up warm bread and local flavors.

This is the kind of neighborhood that suits longer stays, remote work, and anyone looking to live the city with comfort, practicality, and a real sense of place.

The apartment is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to explore Porto and beyond. The 24 de Agosto metro station is just a few minutes’ walk away and offers direct access to Porto’s main metro lines, including the line to the airport. From here, you can also reach Campanhã train station in just one stop, ideal for day trips or onward travel. Several bus lines also run along Rua de Santo Ildefonso and Rua de Santa Catarina, connecting you to other parts of the city with ease. Whether you're commuting, sightseeing, or heading to the beach, everything is within reach without needing a car.

￫ The property is Self-Catered. Complimentary basic items are provided for your arrival, including first-day toiletries, toilet paper, etc. These items are offered on a welcome basis only - replacements or re-fills are not provided.

￫ Bed and bath linen are provided according to the number of guests confirmed in the reservation. For stays longer than 7 nights, additional bed and bath linen will be provided for free at the check-in.

￫ The Cleaning Fee included in your reservation covers the check-out cleaning only. Extra cleanings or fresh linens can be requested during your stay and are subject to an extra fee - these requests must be done with at least 24 hours in advance.

￫ Check-in time starts from 16:00 to 22:00 (additional cost of 25€ for check-ins after 22:00). Only one set of keys will be provided.

￫ We are obligated by Portuguese law to collect our guest's Passport information.

￫ Check-out must be done until 11am. Before leaving, please place the keys on the main table.

￫ During the stay, the guest is responsible for the safekeeping and proper use of the property's keys. Please avoid leaving them in the lock or mailbox. In the event that a specialized technician is needed for door opening or in case of damage to the key and/or lock, the costs associated with this service will be the responsibility of the guest. In case of key loss, a penalty will be applied.

￫ For stays equal to or longer than 28 days, monthly utility bills exceeding €150 will be charged separately. By making the reservation, the guest agrees to these terms.

￫ Crib and baby chair are available upon request and subject to an extra fee.

Please contact us for more information.