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Reviews of Residencia Vale Formoso

Rua Capitão Pombeiro, 175, Paranhos, 4250-373 Porto, Portugal

#234 of 289 B&Bs and Inns in Porto

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Review score

Based on 109 hotel reviews

6.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    6.9

  • Location

    7.3

  • Facilities

    6.7

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 28 January 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is a little worn out. Its located close to city centre but far from the river and other touristy places. Public transport wasnt that great but it was probably because we visited during holidays

    The 80 something owner was kind and helpful. He made a lot of efforts to make sure we were comfortable

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    7.0
    It's fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    hard to reach the hotel by phone. it was noisy - there is no soundproofing as there is a gap under the door, which means we heard the comings and goings of people/tv noises etc all the time.

    decent size room. fairly easy to walk into the centre.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t feel 100% secure - would recommend extra precautions if young or alone, difficult to check in due to lack of instructions and prior communication.

    Comfy beds, strong water pressure, cute style, safe enough.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room

    Close to the bus station, clean, great value for money

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The shower was very small

    Wonderful staff Beautiful bulding Good location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    7.0
    It was good but there is room for improvements
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff didn’t speak english but it was possible to communicate and understand through signs. The room could be a bit cleaner, found 2 hair strands (bedroom and bathroom). The room had the smell of an old building

    Friendly staff, the bed was comfortable, mini fridge.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    6.0
    Good for a budget stay in Porto
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Use of A/C was limited. Was lots of noises from reception throughout the day and evening. Overcharged city tax as they charged per day rather than per night.

    Convenient location, met our budget.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    7.0
    Property was good for families and older people
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    6.0
    Ok place for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator. Uncomfortable mattress. No sound isolation, one can hear everything happening around. This gets especially annoying when guests check-in at night or the staff is watching TV.

    Well located with convenient transport to the ciry center. Very nice staff, though they only speak Portuguese.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed could have been more comfortable.

    Paulo was very helpful. He booked 2 taxis for us and assisted us in other matters.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room felt very damp, there wasnt any visible moisture but it felt really humid.

    I booked a double bed room with private bathroom for two people. For the price of 38€ per night it was very good. I went there with very low expectations but after seeing the room it was much better than i hoped for. The room was tiny but since we only came to sleep in the night that didnt bother us. THe washroom was very clean but again very tiny (although manageble). There was hot water, soap and toilet ppr in the washroom. A fridge, closet and AC were provided in the room. The AC worked wonderfully which was so great considering how hot it was in Porto. The building was old but i thinks thats normal in portugal, and the bed was a bit sqeeky. All in all a very good stay. Would definelty recommend for 1-2 nights.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable night
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t access the hotel when we arrived. Had to contact owner to get him to answer the door

    Cheap and cheerful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very strong and uncomfortable urine smell in the complete house.

    Very sweet and helpful couple running the house. Interesting area of Porto. The bedsheet were clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thin walls and floors which makes it easy to hear people talking behind the walls

    They were cleaning everyday and replenishing the towels and soap in the bath

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    7.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs were annoying but it’s nothing horrible

    It was safely secured and easy to find

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Pigeons will wake u up at 5 :D bring some earplugs. Plus warm clothing, there will be no heating in the room

    The room and the location were nice. The host is also great and interactive, and good value for money.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I had emailed and received a reply about dropping my bag off before check in. I received a reply saying this was fine. But when I arrived in the morning. Initially nobody answered. Eventually they did but wouldn't let me speak and wouldn't open the door. When I did check in the younger man explained that check in was 3pm and nobody would've been here. That is my only grip.

    I stayed here three times over my 10 days in Portugal as I was travelling up and down the country. The place was clean, staff friendly. Especially the older gentleman, who spoke very little English (Much better than my awful Portuguese) who was very friendly and helpful. The other man (late 30s?!) was excellent as well. Both gave lots of helpful information about supermarkets, restaurants etc.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    7.0
    all good to stay a few nights in Porto
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it is not so close to the center , but is easy to do by walk and back in Uber or taxi .

    All good,

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lovely staff

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was exposed to sun and the curtains didn’t covered the windows well, so in the morning was a bit hot and sunny.

    We had a clean private bathroom and the bed was comfortable

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    8.0
    I would definitely recommend staying here, a good location for the sights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I can't think of anything that could have been better. The room was always to our satisfaction.

    The reception we received whenever we would return from a full day out was always warm and welcoming. The room was always clean with fresh towels. It was within walking distance to the historic centre of Porto.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    8.0
    Good traid off hotel position-price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The bathroom is pretty small. There is just the space to move around. There was no desk or chair to place a Pc or something else. However, there was a relatively big wardrobe.

    I found both the room and hotel very clean. The owner is super friendly and some nice bars and restaurants are nearby. The position is a bit far from the center, but you are there in 20/25 minutes of walking. Also, there are a bus stop nearby and a small park and supermarket.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be nice to have some electric kettle in the room. It was a little noisy in the evening.

    Fridge in the room, so you can keep your food, big window, comfortable bed.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small room and bed, high pillows, the room had a funny smell (maybe it had been renovated recently). A bit far from the center (10 minutes with bus or metro station, which is 10 minutes far from the hotel).

    Super clean and very calm, kind staff. Excellent suggestions about eating in the neighborhood. Good choice if you plan to be out all day.

    Stayed in May 2023

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