João
A Formosa 2 -The red sofa room
Porto, Porto, Portugal
$44/night
Summary
Space
Big, sunny room right in the middle of the heart of Oporto waiting for you to enjoy :) A spacious double bedroom,with a sofa that can also be used as a bed when necessary. There are other three rooms (one single and two double bedroom) on this floor, each with its own key.There are two bathrooms in the house, both with shower to shared use. All linen and towels are provided. We have a large common living room & dining room where you can enjoy breakfast and relax in the sofa while listening to our vinyl records. The kitchen is fully furnished with a fridge, stove, cooking plates, coffee maker, toaster and kettle. There is also a quiet terrace with sunbeds for you to relax after the long walks exploring the city. We have two metro stations (Aliados and Bolhão) just two minutes away from the house. On your doorstep you will find plenty of shops, restaurants, cafés, and some of the best bakeries in town within walking distance.
Description
Big, sunny room right in the middle of the heart of Oporto waiting for you to enjoy :) A spacious double bedroom,with a sofa that can also be used as a bed when necessary. There are other three rooms (one single and two double bedroom) on this floor, each with its own key.There are two bathrooms in the house, both with shower to shared use. All linen and towels are provided. We have a large common living room & dining room where you can enjoy breakfast and relax in the sofa while listening to our vinyl records. The kitchen is fully furnished with a fridge, stove, cooking plates, coffee maker, toaster and kettle. There is also a quiet terrace with sunbeds for you to relax after the long walks exploring the city. We have two metro stations (Aliados and Bolhão) just two minutes away from the house. On your doorstep you will find plenty of shops, restaurants, cafés, and some of the best bakeries in town within walking distance.
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Paid parking off premises
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Pets allowed
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Family/kid friendly
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Fire extinguisher
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Lock on bedroom door
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Hot water
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Rules
"your home outside home" is our mote,so we expect you to feel both free and caring for the space were you are going to stay If you use the kitchen,please clean what you use. No smoking inside the house,please. We have a big terrace and balconies and if you smoke use this spaces to do so.
131 Reviews
Sara and Joao were so lovely! Went out of their way to let us know all the good places to eat and made us feel at home. Good location and great facilities. Definitely recommend their place.
Jun 27, 2019What a wonderful place to stay! If you like clean, convenient and friendly then this is your place. I will stay here again!!
Jun 27, 2019The room was great, very spacious, clean and with great lighting. I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Jun 27, 2019Everything was nice, even waiting for us to arrive until 1 am ! Sara and Juan are really good guests and let you use the kitchen, the terrasse and the dining room.
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time in rua formosa with Sara and Joao. Clean and confortable room, really in the old center of oporto. Obrigado! and A te a proxima! Andrea e Valentina
Jun 27, 2019Sara and John were amazing! It was are first time in Portugal and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The location was superb and these hosts left you not wanting to leave. We would recommend Sara's apartments to anyone who is looking to relax and have a real taste of the local atmosphere. Hopefully we will be back again one day!
Jun 27, 2019It's a very nice, clean and well located place. I really enjoyed my stay. Sara and Juan are awesome people who make you feel comfortable and at home.
Jun 27, 2019Sara and Joao were wonderful. They were very accommodating, the room was spacious and clean and very inviting, and the property was centrally located. I would recommend this property to ANYONE visiting Porto, and in fact hope to stay there again in a few weeks.
Jun 27, 2019Sara was very welcoming, and had a beautiful home. She also had great recommendations for us for local places to eat and go out in. My awesome experience in Porto was made even better by staying here!
Jun 27, 2019Perfect and spacy apartment, perfect location and perfect city! Thanks!
Jun 27, 2019We had a lovely time, hosts made everything to make our stay enjoyable and felt like home.
Jun 27, 2019My girlfriend and I had a great time. Sara was very helpful well before the trip started, and Joao was very kind and welcoming throughout the duration of our stay. The apartment is in a great location. Direct line from the Airport, and walking distance from all city highlights.
Jun 27, 2019Sara and Joao we very helpful, we stayed there only one night but wish we had stayed more. The appartment is a lovely / spacious / retro-chic hide-away right in the center of Porto...highly recommended! Breakfast in the fridge was a vaery much appreciated touch!
Jun 27, 2019I had a great time in Porto thanks to Joao who welcomed us warmly and indicated everything needed. Great atmosphere in this apartment, simple but decorated with taste, everything is here to make you feel at home, and Joao does the rest ;) The air bnb description is 100% conform, no bad surprise! I didn't have the chance to meet Sara, but she helped me to make a quick booking and was nice on the mails I would definitively recommend this place to any friend that stays in Porto!
Jun 27, 2019Lovely host, full of advices! The room and the house were beautiful, in a nice quarter. 100% recommended =)
Jun 27, 2019I didnt hve a chance to meet sara but Joao was very friendly & helpful I absolutely adored my accomodation - Sara & Joao have GREAT taste! Everything was provided Great Location! Thank you so much for your hospitality
Jun 27, 2019Me and my girlfriend had a great time in Porto definitely also thanks to Sara & Joao's place. The bed is comfortable, the room is clean, spacious and light, the bathrooms are clean, shower is good, kitchen is fully equipped (although we didn't use it because the food in Porto is too good to not enjoy every day & night) and both Sara & Joao were really helpful and friendly! And then when you think things can't get better..BAM..a record player and cheese in the fridge for good measure. Just saying :) Because it is so amazingly close to the center of town it can be a bit noisy at night so if you're a light sleeper or a nagger you should bring earplugs. However, I could not have imagined a nicer place to stay in Porto! Cheers
Jun 27, 2019Great place! Very nice and central spot! Next to the traditional Market! Sara and João are very Courteous hosts!
Jun 27, 2019Lovely place in center of Porto. João was there to greet me when I arrived early on day one and went I left late on day two. I was only spending one night in town but it was no problem leaving my luggage in the room till my train was leaving which I really appreciated. My room was big, the internet was fast and the breakfast was spot on. I got good recommendations for things to do in the city so I will have to come back with my girlfriend and stay with Sara and João.
Jun 27, 2019Sara was a great host! the motto in their introduction is very true - a home away from home. location was great, very convenient for an all around visit to Porto hope to come again soon...
Jun 27, 2019Great central location, great place decorated with taste, great hosts ! Best spot in Porto but don't spread it too much so this sweet B&B don't get crowded !
Jun 27, 2019Das Appartment ist sehr zentral gelegen (ca. 5 Gehminuten vom Bhf. São Bento), alles frisch renoviert & modern geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Zahlreiche Cafés & Läden in der Nähe; die Innenstadt ist gut fußläufig zu erkunden. Lage & Unterkunft top! Ich habe Sara nicht kennengelernt, aber João war ein sehr netter, fürsorglicher Gastgeber. Absolut empfehlenswert! The appartment is centrally located (5 min from São Bento station), new & modern tasteful refurbished. Many cafés & shops around; the city discoverable withtin a walking distance. Area & location top! I didn't get to know Sara but João was a very nice & caring host. Absolutely recommendable!
Jun 27, 2019Sara and Joao were absolutely wonderful hosts! The room was lovely, quiet, and spacious. The bed was very comfortable! Also, the apartment was so nice to come back to everyday--we napped on the terrace in the lounge chairs, and had leisurely breakfasts with yummy food provided by our hosts every morning. Joao also helped point us in the right direction for restaurants, events, and things to see around the city. Overall, a wonderful stay and I hope we can come back soon!
Jun 27, 2019Good location, nice host, clean and bright apartment. Good experience staying there. Definitely recommended!
Jun 27, 2019Fresh flowers, space and light make Joao and Sara's place a very cosy nest to stroll around in Porto. Their freshly renewed house is very central in Baixa, next to Bolhao market and metro station (direct to airport), a few minutes from Clerigos, Sao Bento train station, Sé and Ribeira. Single glazing windows offer you the sound of the city but their street is very calm at nights. Three rooms on our level, and two bathrooms which are far enough. Fully equipped kitchen, a nice living room and a large terrace we couldn't use because of the stormy weather. Our hosts come every day with their stories about Porto, Portugal and their lives, give you accurate piece of advices for where to go and a delicate taste of portuguese way of life (thanks for giving us the address of the best francesinha in town!)
Jun 27, 2019A fantastic place to stay within walking distance of pretty much everything you might want to see in Porto. The flat is wonderful, retro cool and anywhere that has a copy of the Superfly soundtrack and a record player to play it on has to be good. Plenty of room however many guest are staying. Jaoa was full of insider knowledge, not least of which was the unmissable (Website hidden by Airbnb) . Get there early for brunch at the weekend.
Jun 27, 2019Me and my friend had a great stay at la Formosa. Well located, beautiful appartment, we were more than happy to come back at this place after a day of walk in Porto. It will be the place of our stay next time, for sure!
Jun 27, 2019I had a lovely stay at Formosa 2. Absolutely a charming little place, clean, and within steps away from the metro station that takes you directly to the airport AND all the touristy spots that you need to hit. I have to add that the hosts are wonderful! I didn't get to meet Sara in person, but communication with her was prompt and easy. I met Joao, who is just so very helpful with everything, and available even close to midnight (apologies!) by cellphone, as i was having some problems opening the front door to the building. I highly recommend this place. Could not hv asked for a better place or host(s) in the lovely Porto! :)
Jun 27, 2019João was there when we arrived. He is kind, speaks English really great, had no problem with communication. He helped to make our itinerary, recommend nice restaurants which was amazing. After I got back our country, I became an Airbnb host. I'm doing exactly same as João. Mark the place I recommend on the map for the guests or asking how's going so far, hanging out sometimes etc.. I really appreciated what our host did to us. We felt like we're in our dear friend house. Room is exactly the same as photos and very spacious for two people. Clean and tidy, located really good. Greatest pastry store, Conga on Michelin guide and McDonald is few steps away. Overall, perfect stay! 완전 좋았음. 다음에 또 포르토에 간다면 당연히 여기서 묵을 예정임.
Jun 27, 2019clean with a nice style. nice flat.
Jun 27, 2019It was just exactly what we needed; a clean room with a view in the hart of Porto. Jaou made us a super breakfast with fresh products (from his parents garden if I'm correct) and day-fresh bread, helped us on our way in the city and just made a great host. Bathroom: clean, Livingroom: Cosy, Kitchen: fully equiped with all the basic foods and drinks for free to take. Super!
Jul 27, 2019Foi a nossa melhor passagem de ano! <3 O João e a Sara são excelentes anfitriões, levamos da formosa dois amigos e um local para voltar numa próxima ida ao Porto! O apartamento está muito bem situado e o espaço está lindamente decorado, lençóis lavados e água quente, aquecimento no quarto e cama confortável! A cozinha estava muito bem equipada e no frigorífico e armários comida para livremente fazermos refeições. Fizeram-nos sentir em casa, excelente hospitalidade, adorámos! ...e vamos voltar! ;)
Jun 27, 2019maybe my best airbnb experience so far! we arrived to our friendly host, Joao he gave us great tips for food and drink and Porto in general. spot on about the free port cellar tours that aren't on the water front (we did croft's and taylors) Casa Guedes is amazing with the Serrana sandwich with cheese and pork, though we got tricked from his franceshina place, there are two cafe santiagos, on same street about 200m apart, we went to the wrong one which is more modern, but still good. the right one has plaques for voted best by trip advisor. I hope to go back!
Jun 27, 2019Sara and Joa were excellent hosts. Very friendly and accommodating, not to mention speaking excellent English (a relief for us non-Portuguese speakers). Three of us stayed very comfortably in a room with a double bed and a pull out couch. There were two bathrooms with showers and tons of hot water (a priority in my book!) which made it so that there were no bathroom hold ups in the morning with the three of us or the other guest down the hall. While Sara and Joa don't live there they were over often and offered to make us breakfast, which sadly we could not partake in b/c we had to leave so early. I would definitely stay with them again. They are very centrally located and gave us a map and lots of recommendations which were much appreciated. Definitely a great place to stay!
Jun 27, 2019Pasamos unos estupendos dias en casa de Sara y Joao. La habitación es grande, luminosa y con muebles preciosos, super acogedora. Ubicada en una calle muy tranquila del centro, puedes ir a cualquier sitio andando. Un lugar super recomendable para conocer Oporto.
Jun 27, 2019A Formosa was on of the best places that I've stayed apart fom home. Defenetly the best hostal experience. Good service, welcoming and always very helpful. The rooms are nice an cosy, good bed and pillows, big windows, kitchen and bathrooms were always clean. Extra points from good taste in furnishing. Some nice things A Formosa offered during my stay in march 2012: laundry service, good breakfast, heating and about kitchen was that a Formosa offers some spices, olive oil n stuff people usually need for cooking. A Formosa is centrally located, it's well taken care of and the atmosphere is good, I highly recommend.
Jun 27, 2019Perfect stay! Joao welcomed us with a very nice chat, we talked about life and had a couple of Porto shots. The house is brilliantly set up, very nice. You'll love it. The position is optimal.
Jun 27, 2019It is hard to put my feelings into words. Nonetheless I can say that the magic of Porto, in my eyes, has a lot to do with people like Joao and Sara. Firstly, Joao came to meet me and my two friends in the pouring rain in the dead of night. Joao takes his job very seriously; he even left dinner mid way to pick up another visitor! I know this because we dined with Sara and Joao the first night there at a wonderful gem called Frangos. I don't want to make this comment too long, but Joao and Sara are THE BEST and the most generous, hospitable people I have ever met. I plan to come back to stay in this apartment the next time I can make it Porto, which I can guarantee you will be soon. I would consider Joao and Sara my friends, though Joao would probably just say "oh my god i know right. what the fuck." Missing you guys terribly. Will email soon and will send back the Monocle which changed my life.
Jun 27, 2019Nice, clean and very friendly place in the center of Porto with a good price-value ratio and a discreet service mentality of the host (Joao). We felt welcomed and at home and can recommend the place to other people. Obrigado.
Jun 27, 2019La casa y la acogida ha sido muy buena. Las habitaciones y zonas comunes están muy limpias y son bastante acogedoras
Jun 27, 2019Really nice appartement. Great welcome. Ideally situated. Easy when you arrive by train or plane !
Jun 27, 2019Excellent location and great room, excellent value!
Jun 27, 2019I stayed for three nights at Sara's cosy place with my partner and we really enjoyed our stay. We didn't actually get the chance to meet Sara, but João was extremely friendly and helpful in everything as we got some very useful tips to explore the wonderful city of Porto. The bedroom was very spacious and decorated with taste. We also enjoyed the common areas such as the terraces. Everything was clean and the breakfast was great giving a good start for each day. The location was just perfect right in the center of the city within a short walk to nearly all the interesting spots. Thank you so much for hosting us!
Jun 27, 2019Amazing apartment in the very centre of Porto in which we felt like home. Sara and Joao appeared to be really helpful with all tips about the city life and tourist attractions. Place definately worth to recommend. Thank you guys for making our stay so nice :)
Jun 27, 2019Sara and Joao were wonderful people who made us feel very welcomed at their place. Great location, great rooms, great hosts. We wished we could have stayed longer!
Jun 27, 2019A very friendly and accommodating couple in Casa Formosa- it reflects a very easy going ang generous nature that we found throughout Porto. We highly recommend it! We would definately go back again!
Jun 27, 2019Hemos pasado unos días estupendos en A Formosa 2. La casa está inmejorablemente situada y es preciosa. No coincidimos con Sara, pero sí con João, que fue un magnífico anfitrión y nos dio valiosos consejos acerca de la ciudad. Oporto y el alojamiento en A Formosa han sido una combinación perfecta. Altamente recomendable, ¡volveremos! Guille y Estefanía.
Jun 27, 2019our favourite place to stay from our whole three week vacation in portugal! incredibly helpful and friendly host, perfect location and the coolest vibe ever. i love the cool old world minimalism mixed with all the modern amenities one could need. when we come back to porto (and believe me, we WILL come back) we'll most definitely stay at a formosa. i'm telling all my friends about this hip place!
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time Formosa! The owners were very friendly to us and really wanted to ensure our stay was the best. The rooms were clean and good, the terrasses were a fine addition to the house to enjoy breakfast or just relax.
Jun 27, 2019A great place to stay - would highly recommend!
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time at A Formosa. Joao and Sara were very helpful from before we got there through helping us leave. They gave us excellent food recommendations! The room was nice and spacious and the apartment was very clean. We would happily stay there again if we are in Porto.
Jun 27, 2019Maison propre, bien située, et hôtes très accueillant. Merci
Jun 27, 2019Althou we didn't meet Sara, her friend João was wonderful and caring host. Accommodation was exactly what we were expecting to be. The entire apartment was very clean and tidy, few minutes from Alidados square. We highly recommend this place. Thank you!
Jun 27, 2019A very special place, furnished with taste. The room was full of light, the bed comfortable, the living-room really cool, the kitchen nicely equiped with a juicer, and the 2 terrasses perfect to enjoy the breakfast. The apt is perfectly located, in the center, just next to the Bolhao market. Most of all, Joao was a great host. We'll be back !
Jun 27, 2019Clean, simple, inexpensive. Hosts were friendly and hospitable.
Jun 27, 2019Unbeatable location, immaculately clean apartment, super friendly hosts, and very professionally run. We stayed just one night and João (sara's partner) made sure we had a great itinerary to make the most of our stay. We would absolutely recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Porto. One of the best airbnb experiences we have had.
Jun 27, 2019We received a warm welcoming by João (Sara's friend) who gave us a good quick guide and city advice. The flat is spacious, the kitchen has everything to prepare your own meals, and the breakfast food is variated and nice. The room is exactly as depicted in the photo; nice bed and clean sheets though it can use an extra place for keeping your clothes if you are planning a long stay with your couple. There are two bathrooms which are overall quite clean (the shower curtains need attention). Location is very good since is almost next to the City Hall of Porto and the closest metro station is almost two blocks away. There are some renovation works on the building next door resulting in noisy early mornings. Ask the owner if this is still going on by the time you are there. Engine sounds from the street can be heard at night.
Jun 27, 2019Hosts and room was very nice. We have good recommendations for vegeterian lunch in garage building.
Jun 27, 2019The location is right in the centre of Porto and is perfect for walking the city as well as for transport connections in and around the city. The room was lovely and clean and the terrace was great for breakfast which was provided. There was a good internet connection as well. Finally the host, Joao, was very discreet but always very helpful providing us with a map and advice (including the best sandwich ever!). We would highly recommend to stay at Formosa.
Jun 27, 2019We enjoyed staying at this nice appartment right in the city centre of Porto! Thank you very much for everything!
Jun 27, 2019If you are looking for a true B&B experience and not just a room, this is a perfect solution. We only met Sara briefly but Joao turned up every morning with fresh bread or something else from the bakery for breakfast. The ktichen is fitted out well and the breakfast provisions provided make this exceptionally good value. The room is exactly as pictured. It is full of light, very large and comfortable. The linens were good quality and the bed exceptionally comfortable - very nice to sleep in. The house which was nicely decorated in retro style, is kept very clean every day. Joao had many excellent suggestions for things to do and places to eat- especially those places that, as a tourist, you would never find. In addition to that, he was just a really interesting person to get to know. We enjoyed are stay immensely and highly recommend it.
Jun 27, 2019This place is the best Airbnb experience we have had so far!!! Great room, exceptional host, nice breakfast, and an incredible value. The location is a little away from the river, but it is great for getting a taste of the local cuisine and culture! Overall great experience!
Jun 27, 2019Joao was really friendly and helpfull, we got from him lots of information about local places and Portugal culture. Location is really good, and flat itself is nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay there!
Jun 27, 2019João was a really nice host! We were just for one night in this apartment. But he made cake for us and helped us with a taxi in the night to the airport. Further, the house was very nice and the location could not be better, in the middle of the city. There was also lots of food we could use. We felt very welcome!
Jun 27, 2019Great Location! Charming Apartment!
Jun 27, 2019Enjoyed our stay at Casa Formosa very much. Joao was helpful and informative, enthusiastic and creative about Porto and Portugal, which added to our enjoyment of the city and it surroundings. We were guided to family restaurants, informal fado, and markets. The room was comfortable and clean and the shared bathrooms kept spotless. Breakfast was fresh and plentiful. All in all a very good experience. Even the noisy gulls and the odd lorry or machine in the night became just part of the rich mix. Thank you, Joao.
Jun 27, 2019Great place to stay. Highly recommend! Joao is a great host and brings fresh bread every morning! Make sure to ask him where the best gelato place is and the pork rolls!! If you have a hearty appetite, ask him where to find the best tasting little french girl...or francescina. Best location!
Jun 27, 2019Nice & clean room, perfectly situated in the heart of Porto AND no problem with parking possibilities. We enjoyed our stay in Porto a lot! Such an interesting, varied city with great bakeries, bars, cafés etc. Joao is a super great host, very obliging and attentive! Thanks to him and his advice we have found the best traditional Portuguese fresh fish restaurant in Portugal :) Thanks a lot!
Jun 27, 2019Gorgeous bedroom on a vintage decorated stylish flat. Just wish I had more time to enjoy my short stay. Definitely will return. Joao as a host was truly helpful, friendly and super flexible with all our needs. 5 f*****stars!
Jun 27, 2019(Website hidden by Airbnb) João is amazing person, very helpful and he really made us feel like we are in our home! The apartment is located in the center and you are able to reach everything on foot. It is clean and for breakfast you can have almost everything. I wish to have more days to stay in Porto. When I' ll be back for sure I will visit him again!
Jun 27, 2019João is a great guy, really friendly and easy going. I loved the space and the ambiance of his Casa Formosa and the location is just excellent! Highly recommended.
Jun 27, 2019The location was perfect, the bedroom and bathrooms were very clean. There was free breakfast. Joao was an excellent host. His English was flawless, and his brief summary of the city was very helpful. I will definitely choose this place again next time I visit Porto.
Jun 27, 2019Joao is a great and friendly host. He gave us lots of good advices. The room was nice, sunny and clean. We had a very good time in his house. We definitely recommand this adress.
Jun 27, 2019My fiancé and I greatly enjoyed staying in Joao's place. It was exactly what we needed. We spent 3 nights in Porto and we were able to see everything we wanted and still get a good night sleep. Joao was great, even though we didn't see him that much, he gave us great recommendations for food and where to to visit and was always accessible.
Jun 27, 2019joão is the best host ever! Kind, warm, funny...caring. just perfect. Apartment is nice, location epic. I'd recommend it to anybody.
Jun 27, 2019This apartment is a great way to spend your stay in Porto. It's very cosy and charming. Also João is such a happy, warm and helpful person. The interior is nice and has a vintage atmosphere. Location is very central! Highly recommended!
Jun 27, 2019La casa está localizada en un sitio estupendo, muy bien comunicado con el aeropuerto y a 15 minutos andando de la Ribeira. La habitación era amplia y espaciosa, muy limpia y agradable. Joao es un gran anfitrión y estuvimos muy a gusto.
Jun 27, 2019A casa formosa est un endroit idéal pour visiter Porto. Nous y avons sejourné 2 nuits avec notre fils de 2 ans. L'appartement est très bien situé juste à côté de la mairie, une grande terrasse idéale pour le petit déjeuner, 4 chambres et 2 salles de bains, le tout très propre et decoré avec goût, il est relativement facile de se garer à proximité. Il y a un réfrigérateur à disposition et une machine à laver (le top pour des itinérants comme nous). Joao est un hôte très disponible, serviable et en plus parlant français ! A recommander sans hésitation.
Jun 27, 2019Joao is one of the best hosts i`ve ever met. He is friendly, helpfull, warm and really funny. He showed us the best places in Porto (to eat, to drink, to see). His apartment is cozy and has a good mood. Very central, clean, with a great roof terrace and a great vintage look. We really enjoyed our time there. We will come back :)
Jun 27, 2019We very much enjoyed our stay at João's house. We are definitely coming back soon!
Jun 27, 2019Great location, great host, great room! Apartment was clean, wifi was very good and we even got breakfast. We had a very pleasant stay!
Jun 27, 2019Our stay in Porto was incredible! And the main reason - Joao. Helpfull, funny, interesting peorson!!!! Just start to speak and you can't stop smiling. The room is good, spaceous and very clean. The apartment has a lovely terrace, ideal for breakfast and evening drinks.
Jun 27, 2019Joao was an attentive and knowledgeable host who clearly enjoys the company of passing travellers. The location is perfect and the accommodation was great. Fully recommended.
Jun 27, 2019Joao was a great host, the first thing he did when i got to his place was take out a map and show me some great spots to see around the city. I would definitely return to Casa de Formosa - the location couldn't be better and the rooms are great.
Jun 27, 2019It was a great and warm experience! It started with a simple mail fixing our arrival leading us from aeroporto to the red sofa room. Joao was a fantastic host. We got lot's of information about the city: How the city is organised? The different districts? Where to eat good and cheap? How to find the best gin-tonic bar? ... It was our first airbnb experience and now we're in for life! Thank you Joao! ...and of course, we'll be back someday to have a coffee... Grtz and hugs from Hervé and Reinhilde (Belgium)
Jun 27, 2019O João é muito porreiro. A casa tem muito boas condições e está mesmo no centro da bela cidade do Porto. Dá para passear a pé para qualquer lado. 5 estrelas!
Jun 27, 2019We really had an amazing time at Joaos apartment! He knows how to make his guests feel comfortable and he recommended us amazing places to go to! Also the apartment is beautiful and very comfortable! For the breakfast we had a large variety of things!! We hope to come back!!
Jun 27, 2019A comunicação com o João foi sempre pronta e eficaz. Fizemos a reserva no próprio dia e o João certificou-se que tudo estaria pronto aquando a nossa chegada. O quarto é luminoso e muito espaçoso e estava agradavelmente aquecido. Gostamos da nossa breve estadia na Casa Formosa.
Jun 27, 2019Joao was inviting, helpful and easy to talk with about Porto and other things. He seems genuine and anxious to please his guests.
Jun 27, 2019The place to stay in Porto! Joao is a great host and I definitely recommend to stay at is place. I stayed for just an evening and didn't had the opportunity to explore much Porto nor the place, however, it is a great typical apartment in the heart of Porto. Joao as a host is great, he receives guests very well, guides us through and recommended places. To repeat.
Jun 27, 2019Logement très bien situé... 4 nuits à Porto sans utiliser le métro sauf pour se rendre à la chambre et regagner l'aéroport (1/2 métro !)... Très bon accueil chaleureux... João est charmant et nous donne plein de "tuyaux" pour éviter les pièges à touristes ! 2 sdb à se partager pour les 4 chambres pouvant accueillir jusqu'à une dizaine de personnes ! Très propre !
Jun 27, 2019O João é muito receptivo e simpático. Ficamos somente uma noite na vossa casa e gostamos muito do quarto. Boa localização, limpo e espaçoso. O banheiro também limpo e o chuveiro com água quente
Jun 27, 2019Joao Pinto rulez Porto! His apartment was really spacious, bright and has got this modern twist which you would love! Central location brings the opportunity to pop in for quick nap if you need one whilst visitng beautiful Porto. He advised us on places to visit and try local cusine. We loved his sarcastic/ironic sens of humour. We would defo recommend the host and his castle.
Jun 27, 2019João is an amazing host! My mother and I really enjoyed to stay in La Casa. The description of the room and entire flat was to the point, you will find everything you need in it and it is perfectly located to discover Porto. João is present to give great travel tips and hints for authentic Portuguese restaurants. I would def. recommend to stay in A Casa Formosa! Super super!
Jun 27, 2019It was a great place to stay in Porto. João was very helpfull and friendly! The room was big and clean. The bed was Nice!
Jun 27, 2019Merci à Joao pour son accueil : tout était OK dans la chambre et la salle de bains. Nous avons bien apprécié la machine à laver.
Jun 27, 2019Joao est venu nous cherchez dans porto et nous a guidé jusqu'au parking le plus prés pour ensuite nous conduire vers notre location, il nous a indiqué les meilleurs restos et toute les choses à visiter sur une carte de la ville de porto. il nous mis toute sa maison a disposition et a accueilli nos amis également en airbnb.
Jun 27, 2019We stayed for two nights at João's. He is a very(!) good host! He told us good local spots where we should go! The room is exactly how it was discribed, clean and cosy, like the rest of the flat. The location is almost in the Centre of Porto - so you can explore the City perfectly by foot! We had a great time in Porto, and we'll definately recommend João's Casa Formosa!!!!
Jun 27, 2019Joao gave us a great description how to get to his place, so it was very easy to find his house. The room was as advertised, and he is a very friendly and accomodating host. Talking to him about my plans for the next day, he offered his support - fabulous.
Jun 27, 2019O João foi simpático apresentando os pontos principais da cidade através de um mapa. O quarto é confortável e a localização é boa.
Jun 27, 2019João nous a très bien accueilli, il nous a donné une carte et pleins de bonnes adresses. Il a toujours été accessible et à l'écoute quand nous en avions besoin. Son appartement est propre et exactement comme sur les photos. Nous avons passé un super séjour chez lui et recommandons l'adresse à 200%.
Jun 27, 2019Quarto muito bem decorado, espaçoso, cheio de luz, na zona mais portuense do Porto!
Jun 27, 2019Detta boende är centralt beläget, nära till vad Porto kan erbjuda. Joao är en fantastisk värd. Han var mycket organiserad och trevlig. Rummet var rent och snyggt. Inredningen är personlig, med fin 50-talskänsla. Man delar kök och badrum med andra, men det fungerade smidigt och bra. Rekommenderas varmt!
Jun 27, 2019João is a really helpful guy, he took at least 30 Minutes for us to give us tips for the city, without the need to ask. The room is quite nice, but I think a bit to small for more than 5 ppl. The rest of the flat is very beautiful and unique and João will be around for a chat quite often too. We had an awesome time in Porto and would love to come again!
Jun 27, 2019Very helpful, Joao provided us with tips for our visit to Porto and he upgraded my mother as he had another room available. This house is large and comfortable with walkout balconies from the bedroom in addition to the very large shared ones. I would stay here again hands down. Lovely experience.
Jun 27, 2019포르투는 아주 작은 곳이므로 이 숙소에서 어디든 10~15분가량 이면 도보로 이동가능합니다. 호스트 분이 첫날 아주 자세하고도 친절하게 주변에 대해 설명해 주셨고 특히 음식점에 대한 해박한 지식으로 지도에 꼼꼼히 표시해주었기 때문에 로컬들이 가는 소박하고도 값싼 음식을 많이 접할수 있어요. 방은 둘이 지내기에 충분한 공간이었고 소파를 침대삼아 사용할수도 있게되어있는데, 아쉬운 점이 있다면 화장실의 기구들이 많이 낡았고 세탁기가 윗층 주인집에 있어서 자유롭게 (주인분은 자유롭게 쓰라고 열쇠까지 주셨지만) 사용하기 조금은 부담스러웠습니다. 그리고 가격이 저렴하지는 않다는 생각도 들고요. 하지만 전체적으로 최고의 도시 포르투를 즐기기에 좋은 장소라고 생각되어져요.
Jun 27, 2019Ich kann Joãos Unterkunft nur wärmstens empfehlen. Das Zimmer hat genau der Beschreibung entsprochen. Der Standort der Wohnung ist super gelegen. Ich wurde sehr herzlich empfangen von João und habe super Restauranttipps bekommen! Vielen Dank noch mal dafür. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne wieder!
Jun 27, 2019Central location, close to shops, cafes and public Transport. Joao was very friendly, accommodating and guided us with all the necessary information of tourist and local attractions. Overall a pleasant stay!
Jun 27, 2019Joãos place is super central, the location couldn't have been better, really friendly guy and check-in was totally easy :) Approved! Recommended!
Jun 27, 2019Lovely, clean, spacious flat in a great location.
Jun 27, 2019This is a room in a hostel located in the heart of Porto. You'll get a nice room, cool balcony with a view over the narrow street (which I loved) and shared facilities like a dining room, kitchen and several bathrooms. The location is really great as you're in the walking distance to the city center but at the same time it's located on a smaller street which is quiet and cozy. There're some great restaurants just around the corner and you can actually take the food away and eat in the dining room to the sounds of gulls and old vinyls from the host's collection. The hostel features a collection of vintage stuff which is picked by orange color. Highly recommended for getting to know the beautiful city of Porto!
Jun 27, 2019房东非常有趣,跟我们聊了很多,也总是能及时的给予我们帮助!房间很大也很干净,只是卫生间稍稍有点不够理想!总体来说是值得推荐的地方!
Jun 27, 2019C'était un séjour formidable dans cette grande maison en plein centre de Porto et à 2 minutes de tout. Joao a été un très bon hôte, très gentil et plein d'humour il nous a montré dès notre arrivée toutes les choses à faire et à ne pas faire à porto, les bon restaurants et les bons quartiers pour faire la fête. Très social, il répondra à toutes vos questions sans aucun soucis. Il comprend le français mais vous répondra en anglais parce qu'il est timide ^^ La maison est faite de telle sorte que personne ne se marche sur les pieds mais on y fait toujours de belles rencontres. Je recommande vivement, j'y retournerai avec plaisir dans cette "auberge Portugaise"
Jun 27, 2019really nice stay in João's Place. Clean, lovely furnished and everything is easy to reach. You need earplug, if you have a light sleep but nothing more. - Obrigada João!
Jun 27, 2019We had a reservation with Joao's home one day prior to our arrival to Porto. Easy access to the his address and closeness to the metro station was key to our decision. It was also very convenient to tour around the city so we walked to almost most places. Joao was very friendly and was kind enough to give us basic information on how to best tour around the old town and also the northern medieval towns and national parks. The Red Sofa Room was comfortable and met our expectations. We highly recommend this place to explore lovely city of Porto.
Jun 27, 2019logement très bien situé en plein centre de Porto , métro , nombreux bus , et commerces à proximité . Logement propre et vaste .
Jun 27, 2019Lage und Preis-Leistung waren super. Check in war etwas unglücklich. Joao gab an bis 20uhr da zu sein. Nachdem wir zeitig genug losgefahren sind erreichte uns die Antwort, dass er doch nicht mehr da sei. Dann sollten wir den Schlüssel in einem Restaurant abholen, wo wir nach 15min durchfragen endlich den Schlüssel bekamen. Leider war im Bad Schimmel an den Decken und am Wasserhahn. Zimmer und Handtücher waren absolut in Ordnung.
Jun 27, 2019Guten Tag Zusammen, Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit dem Apartment. Die Lage ist wirklich super. Paar Minuten zum Supermarkt. Direkt unter der Wohnung ist ein Bäcker und in die Stadt dauert es auch kaum. Die Wohnung war schön eingerichtet und sehr groß. Alles steht einem zur Verfügung. Super Terrasse zum grillen und Wein trinken. Ein negativer Faktor war der Lärm zur Straßenseite. Schon früh morgens hört der Schmuckladen Musik per Lautsprecher das zum Apartment schallt. Die Fenster waren nicht so gut abgedichtet wie ich es kenne aus Deutschland. Scheint aber typisch portugiesisch zu sein. Ansonsten kann man die Wohnung nur sehr empfehlen. Vera hat uns super Tipps gegeben und sie sprach super englisch.
Jun 27, 2019Very nice place with great location in vicinity of central area.
Jun 27, 2019It's a nice apartment to stay. The location is close to public transport and not to far from the center. The room was plenty big. Just note that the bed isn't very wide. I can recommend this place if you don't mind sharing an apartment with other people.
Jun 27, 2019The location is wonderful, right in the middle of the city- close by to many shops and restaurants. All amenities were nice, good lighting and common areas. The space was very clean and well-kept. Joao was kind enough to allow for a late check-out and was easy to communicate with. My only complaint was that the pillows could have had more fluff. All in all, a nice place to stay that fulfilled all of our needs.
Jun 27, 2019O quarto é espaçoso e cheio de luz, a decoração podia ser um pouco mais trabalhada. A vera foi muito prestável e amável e sempre rápida a responder às nossas mensagens. Também nos deu óptimas recomendações para comer perto de casa. A casa esta perto de tudo já que o centro do porto e pequenino. Tem a zona comercial e central super pertinho. A qualidade preço parece estar de acordo. Repetiria certamente.
Jun 27, 2019El apartamento es muy agradable, mucho espacio y acogedor; la ubicación es muy buena, se puede disfrutar la ciudad caminando. Los cuartos de buen tamaño y cómodos. Buena opción para unos pocos días.
Jun 27, 2019Great house and very kind host
Jun 27, 2019João was an amazing host and I recommend this place.
Jun 27, 2019My friend and I booked a room at Joao’s place for 2 nights, not knowing that such a great place would be ‘waiting’ for us. The kitchen provided all the equipment we needed, to cook for ourselves. We also had soap, shampoo, towels etc. There is one big terrace where we enjoyed our meals and had nice conversations with the other guests. Joao and Vera gave us helpful tipps when we asked for them. Also the flexible checkin/ checkout was perfect for us, since our ‘travel-style’ was also spontanious. Thank you for having us, would stay there again!
Jun 27, 2019my cousin and I stayed at the joao apartment for 2 nights. The apartment is central, large and in vintage style, I loved it. There is a very large and well-equipped terrace, the apartment is bright, the host at the entrance provides maps for the city to hold and in the salon has more detailed guides to consult. Although the two bathrooms are shared we did not have any cleaning or other problems. Nice,nice , nice!!!!!
Jun 27, 2019公寓很大,所以需要和其他三间卧室的客人共享客厅､厨房和卫生间｡厨房只提供设施,盐､油､调料都需要客人们自己添置｡洗衣机不在公寓内,需要要求房东拿到他家去清洗｡公寓里有蚊子,晚上如果不想被蚊子叮,就需要闻着灭蚊剂的味道入睡!
Jun 27, 2019Great place to stay in Porto. Very cozy and centrally located, host was easy to communicate with and very sweet!
Jun 27, 2019The appartment is located in the center of Porto, close to everything. The appartment is clean and the staff very helpful. We had a great stay!
Jun 27, 2019Great and central location with a nice terrace! Totally recommanable :)
Jun 27, 2019