This has to be one of the most beautiful holiday apartments I’ve ever rented. When you stand on the balcony you feel like the king of the world. The view is breathtaking, and fascinating , and endlessly changes throughout the day and the night. The square below does generate a little noise during the day and early evening, but it was quiet at night and we felt the sounds of music etc just added to the experience anyway. We often stay on the top floor of places for the view and so I’m used to stairs, but having a lift was very luxurious. The bed was very comfortable, the kitchen was very usable. The shower was a bit awkward for the taller one of us, but for me at 1.68 m tall it was perfect! I just loved this stay, and the host, Cristina, was so kind and attentive Very highly recommended :)

A couple of the buskers in the square below could’ve used a tune up! But jokes aside, the apartment was excellent

The apartment itself is very well furnished. It has all items that you would need especially when you are travelling for a long time - I.e. a washing machine, ironing board etc. You will have an ample space on the floor to leave 2 suitcases open at all times, which you may need when reorganizing your suitcase. The bed is spacious and comfy for two of us. When you feel like to have a little break during the day, you will be happy to go back to this apartment to have a little snooze. Although it is located in the very centre of the busy square filled with lots of cafes and tourists, your sleep will not be disturbed at all. And the view from our window was magnificient. The location is great. The streets leading to Sao Bento Station are full of nice restaurants, cafes & souvenir shops. I highly recommend you to use Google map to search best restaurants, cafes, shops etc. You would be surprised at so many being at your door steps. It is also very close to the bridge across the river. You would not feel guilty about enjoying a lot of Porto wine & egg tarts after travelling to & fro the winery area. Lastly and more importantly, the communication. Christina is very attentive from the very beginning. She sent us the details on check in & out processes in a good timing and also on the helpful information for tourists like us. She always got back to us in no time. Also, the taxi service, Go Travel Everywhere, that Christina arranged for us, turned out to be great. I highly recommend you to ask them for the transfer from/to Airport. All in all, you will never regret your decision as long as you book with PortoSense Ribeira.

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My family and I spent a month travelling and exploring beautiful Portugal. PortoSense Ribeira and Porto was one of the highlights of our trip. The apartment was charming, historic, pristine, well equipped, and superbly decorated. We were also very thankful for the elevator, especially as we were staying on the top floor and had a lot of luggage. The location and views could not have been more ideal. Right in the heart of Porto, on the Praça da Ribeira overlooking the fabulous Douro river, surrounded with amazing restaurants, charming cafes and an array of gift shops and a vibrant nightlife. A short walk over the Gustavo Eiffel bridge to Gaia to sample port and snack on local delicacies and take boat trips up and down the river. Christina our host could not have been more helpful. She arranged for a taxi to pick us up from the airport and took us right to the door of the apartment and helped us book a taxi to our next destination. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Beautiful apartment designed and furnished to make you feel a part of this dynamic city. We had French doors that opened to a wee balcony just large enough to stand outside with a coffee or Aperol spritz. Was very glad of the full kitchen and washing machine. Having an electronic code to get in and out meant that each of us could come and go as needed, and not be tied to a single key. Also really appreciated having reading lamps! That's a rarity in today's lodgings. Great little produce market (Mercearia Sao Joao) just across the street Hosts were very responsive, and had excellent suggestions for dining and bakeries.

The noise, but that's a part of being in a popular part of town. When the windows and shutters were closed, that definitely helped, and the ceiling fan was great for airflow.

Had an amazing experience. Very clean studio apartment. Easy access. Perfect location. Smooth check-in. You will be provided with access codes to the building and the apartment. Make sure to provide your information prior check in to the owner for a smooth check-in. Be aware that the area is a busy area so you will have hard time sleeping if you are a light sleeper. There is enough storage space for your luggage. There are restaurants, bars, and supermarkets close to the apartment.

The property was as described. The lift to get to our floor was very much appreciated along with the washing machine in our studio apartment. We had small two small Juliet balconies that were great for letting in air, watching people walk past and listening to the sounds of the buskers. Cristina and Filipe were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended

We were very happy and have no complaints. We hope to return when Porto has finished the underground rail construction.

The location is amazing. You can literally experience Porto without leaving the apartment. The character and comfort of the apartment were great, and the balcony overlooking the Praça Ribeira. Communication and attention from hosts Christina and Felipe was quick, clear and so helpful. Getting in and leaving our bags for a few hours (we arrived earlier than anticipated) was a breeze. The queen size bed was comfortable.

Lack of air conditioning means leaving windows open on hot nights, and that means it can be very noisy with all the activity in the Praça, especially weekends. Tall people will find the shower a bit of a challenge.

Lovely apartment as shown in photos. In the midst of the Ribeira, close to the water with good views . Washing machine and well appointed kitchen. Nice to be in an historic neighborhood. Christina and Filipe were gracious hosts, providing excellent communication. A classy place to stay.

The historic building does not have air conditioning. Fans were mostly effective, but it was a trade off between opening the windows at night for cooler air and contending with noisy revelers in the neighborhood. Taxis cannot enter the neighborhood, so you have to wrestle your luggage a long block before reaching the apartment. While there is an elevator to the apartment, you must walk up about 10 steps to reach it. Something to consider if mobility is an issue. Filipe was most helpful to us in this regard.

The location was excellent and even with the busy location, the noise was very reasonable. The apartment was spacious and had everything needed. The host was very responsive and help with my general questions.

The bed was "ok", but not the most comfortable. Maybe a mattress topper? For a four day stay, they did offer extra towels for a fee, but I think four bath towels to start would be better than just two, since the towels were very wet the next day.

OMG! This location far exceeded my expectations! The view from here was to die for! Very big apartment compared to most European sized accommodations. Loved being on the very top floor and having the open terrace view of the Duoro River below! Book this place now, you will not regret it!!

ONLY warning I can give is this....if you stand more than about 5 ft. 4 inches tall, you will have trouble getting under the only shower! Not enough reason to not book this place, it's fabulous!