Is there an elevator in the building, and how many floors does the guest house have?
10 January 2024
The guest house has four floors and does not have an elevator due to the historical nature of the building.
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CALE GUEST HOUSE, Porto – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Largo De S. Domingos, 28,
Porto,
Portugal,
4050-545,
Norte Region
- Steps from the Historic Old Town
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Loved by Cale Guest House guests
"Rooms were spacious, we had a family room for 4 and it was very comfortable with a great balcony view."
"Breakfast was a real treat with freshly squeezed orange juice, fruit, pastry's, meats and cheeses."
"Our twin double room had a large sitting area and was probably more than 400 sq ft."
Charming Guest House in Porto's Historic Center
Location
Cale Guest House is situated in
Rooms
The hotel offers
Dining
Cale Guest House serves a buffet breakfast daily, featuring
Common Areas
The hotel provides a chic
Accessibility
Cale Guest House is conveniently located for easy public transport access, with connections to
Highlights
Location: Largo S. Domingos, Porto
Rooms: Seven unique rooms
Dining: Daily buffet breakfast with homemade jams
Common Areas: Chic communal lounge & terrace
Accessibility: 20 minutes from the airport
Must-do experiences
- Savor a francesinha at Café Santiago for a true Porto favorite.
- Visit Livraria Lello, one of the world's most beautiful bookstores.
- Stroll through the Mercado do Bolhão for local produce and snacks.
- Take a sunset cruise on the Douro River for breathtaking views.
- Explore the hidden gem of Jardins do Palácio de Cristal for beauty.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Double Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
room details
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Cale Guest House Location
Largo De S. Domingos, 28,
Porto,
Portugal,
4050-545,
Norte Region
Map view
Largo De S. Domingos, 28,
Porto,
Portugal,
4050-545,
Norte Region
City landmarks
Bridge
Ponte de Dom Luis I
2700 ft
Landmark
Livraria Lello
2200 ft
Market
Mercado do Bolhao
3600 ft
Harbour
Cais da Ribeira
2100 ft
Museum
Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
3600 ft
Square
Avenida dos Aliados
2200 ft
Church
Church of Saint Ildefonso
3200 ft
Museum
House of the Prince Casa do Infante
2800 ft
Museum
Soares dos Reis National Museum
3300 ft
Church
Capela dos Alfaiates
2200 ft
Monastery
Monastery of Serra do Pilar
1.0
mi
Landmark
Rio Douro
2800 ft
Event hall
Alfandega Congress Centre
1.3
mi
Nearby
Church
Porto Cathedral
1600 ft
Praca Ribeira 1
Ribeira Square
1200 ft
Palace
Episcopal Palace of Oporto
1100 ft
Palace
Bolsa Palace
1000 ft
Church
Clerigos Tower
1900 ft
Escadas do Caminho Novo 17
Fernandine Wall
1000 ft
Fountain
Chafariz da Rua Escura
900 ft
Church
Monument Church Of St Francis
900 ft
Museum
Portuguese Centre of Photography
1700 ft
Museum
Misericordia do Porto Museum and Church
400 ft
Church
Carmelitas Church
1800 ft
Terreiro Se 3
Pelourinho Se Catedral Porto
1000 ft
Art object
Monument of Pedro IV of Portugal
1700 ft
Church
Church of Santa Clara
1800 ft
Park
Cordoaria's Garden
1300 ft
Museum
World of Discoveries
2000 ft
Mall
Flores street
1000 ft
Restaurants
Bota & Bira
300 ft
Rua O Comercio do Porto 191
Cantina 32
500 ft
Rua Flores 32 32nd Flores Street
Galeria do Largo
400 ft
Largo Sao Domingos 45 55
Prova Wine Food & Pleasure
200 ft
Rua Ferreira Borges 86
Puro 4050
300 ft
Largo Sao Domingos 84 4050-545 Porto — Portugal
Bolissimo
200 ft
Rua O Comercio do Porto 203
Gion
800 ft
Rua O Comercio do Porto No 197
The Ribs
800 ft
Rua O Comercio do Porto 203
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Cale Guest House provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese
Number of rooms:
7
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
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Pros
Convenient location
Excellent staff
Comfortable bed
Tasty breakfast
Free snacks
Cons
No elevator
Unusable courtyard
Guest reviewsbased on 605 reviews
Arnold from Germany
Couple
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: January 19, 2026
9.5/10
Really good Stay with Wonderful Staff
quality breakfasthelpful staffclear instructionscomfortable beds
Breakfast included quality items. The staff was very helpful. I needed assistance with directions. They provided very clear instructions. My room had nice sunshine. The beds are very comfortable there.
The bathroom could use some updating.
Rooms
9/10
My room was spacious. I was pleased it received plenty of natural light throughout the day. Comfortable bedding allowed for restful sleep. The rooms are cleaned very diligently.
Dining
9/10
Breakfast offered many choices. Fresh orange juice was available every morning. Croissants and pastries were a great option. The breakfast setup met my expectations.
Location
10/10
The hotel is centrally located. I could walk to many main attractions. This positioning allowed for easy access to restaurants. Ubers were readily available if needed.
Facilities
10/10
The staff were friendly and cute. They provided helpful tips about local attractions. The communication from the team was very clear. It was lovely to have tea made for me after busy days.
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William from United Kingdom
Couple
double room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: January 11, 2026
9/10
helpful advicefresh selections
the staff provided helpful advice about local attractions. i found the breakfast to be satisfying with fresh selections.
the bathroom was slightly small.
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Alan from United Kingdom
Single
double room
3 nights in October 2025
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Reviewed: December 08, 2025
7/10
Good location and friendly staff
perfect locationhelpful staffkind staffbasic bathroommany stairsno lift
the location was perfect for exploring. it was a short walk to the river and the underground station was close by. the staff were very helpful and kind (i especially appreciated their suggestions for places to eat).
the bathroom was very basic. there were lots of stairs to my room. there was no lift (this wasn't easy with luggage).
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Jennifer from United States
Couple
double room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed: October 03, 2025
9/10
helpful staffspacious roombreakfast variety
the staff was helpful. the room was spacious. breakfast offered variety.
the bathroom was rather basic.
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Sophia from Greece
Single
double room
4 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed: October 01, 2025
9.0/10
serene moments
spacious roomhelpful stafflovely staffconvenient location
the staff was genuinely attentive and displayed knowledge about the surroundings i found the location very convenient everything felt clean and the room had ample space to move freely the reception staff was lovely particularly the lady that checked me in she gave helpful information on the hotel and its area.
the bathroom felt quite small and water tended to spread across the floor after using the sink or shower it was a bit bothersome but manageable.
Rooms
9/10
the double room had a modern feel it also had views of the city the room was well maintained with attention to cleanliness the bed was comfortable and the linens felt soft and fresh.
Location
10/10
the hotel is near many visiting sites restaurants and bars its central position allowed for easy access to explore various attractions the surrounding area felt safe and walkable at different hours.
Dining
8/10
breakfast offered a classic selection of pastries cheeses and sausages i found the coffee and other beverage choices adequate the breakfast area was neat and well organized the products tasted fresh and flavorful.
Facilities
9/10
air conditioning worked effectively creating a respite i appreciated this feature after venturing out during warm days it maintained a comfortable temperature the facility felt well-kept offering a pleasant stay.
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Daniel from United Kingdom
Single
double room
4 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed: September 25, 2025
6/10
mixed feelings about my stay
central locationbasic bathroommany stairs
the location was indeed central it was walkable to various sights
the bathroom was quite basic this surprised me considering the price i paid there were also lots of stairs to climb it was a struggle with my luggage the breakfast was nothing special either
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Questions of the users
About Cale Guest House
What is the distance from the guest house to the library where the Harry Potter books were written?
20 March 2024
The library is a short 10-minute stroll from the guest house.
Can breakfast be packed to take away if checking out early?
15 February 2024
While a breakfast box is not available for takeout, complimentary fruits, biscuits, water, and tea are offered at the reception.
Is the terrace available for all guests or just for specific rooms?
5 April 2024
Both the private terrace and the public terrace are accessible to all guests.
How far is the guest house from São Bento Train Station and Sé Cathedral?
1 March 2024
Both locations are approximately an 8-minute walk from the guest house.
Is there a place to store luggage before or after check-in?
22 February 2024
Yes, luggage storage facilities are available for guests.
Is there a transfer service available from the airport, and what are the costs?
13 May 2024
Airport transfer services can be arranged at a cost of 30€ for two passengers, to be paid directly to the driver.
Are there options for laundry facilities available on-site?
17 June 2024
The guest house does not have laundry machines on the premises.
What parking options are available near the guest house?
30 April 2024
Parking can be found at several nearby locations: Saba Ribeira (3 minutes), Alfândega Car Park (6 minutes), and Saba Praça de Lisboa (10 minutes).
Is smoking permitted in the outdoor areas like the balcony?
8 July 2024
The guest house maintains a 100% non-smoking policy, including balconies.
Can luggage be left at the guest house if arriving before check-in time?
25 August 2024
Yes, guests may leave their bags at the guest house if they arrive before check-in time.
Are the sofas in the communal areas convertible into beds?
18 November 2024
The sofas in the guest house do not convert to beds, but additional beds can be requested in guest rooms.
What is the best way to reach the guest house from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport?
27 December 2024
Take Line 'E' (Purple) of the subway towards Estádio do Dragão, transfer to Line 'D' (Yellow) towards D. João II, and exit at São Bento Station.Next best alternative
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