Title: Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=2686&destination=Porto%2C+Porto+District%2C+Portugal&selected=125481030&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups ## Photo gallery for Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups ![Pool - Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125490000/125481100/125481030/f9b8e347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125490000/125481100/125481030/3433d09f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125490000/125481100/125481030/46b56290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125490000/125481100/125481030/b6235284.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125490000/125481100/125481030/482556b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups provides a garden and more. 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[Visit our Porto travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Porto.dx603077) [View more Guest houses in Porto](https://www.expedia.ca/Porto-Guest-Houses.d603077-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.15038%2C-8.63008&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aUzRGtxagOpX7OvZOCBkbZmqFkk=) Porto, Porto District ### What's nearby - ![My 2016 #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2686/17f2c14b-5ef2-4f44-9d1d-ac45bd3dde3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Porto 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![A good place to relax in #Porto are the gardens of Palácio de Cristal overlooking the Douro. The entrance is fee and there are a lot of beautiful views to delight your eyes.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2686/694f4dfc-0858-4340-883c-762acd0aada4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal Palace Gardens 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Casa da Musica featuring modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081693/94931798-b4f2-4d58-8760-9f2a82305dfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Casa da Música 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Wonderfull historical library in Porto.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2686/d6337484-fa48-40ae-891f-e53c2af8e76e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Livraria Lello 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Museum of Port Wine 8 min walk \- 0.7 km ### Getting around - Coimbroes Station 5 min drive - Museu C. Elétrico Stop 6 min walk - Porto Airport (OPO) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Capa Negra II 4 min walk - Cafetaria Flamingo 5 min walk - Sushimia 7 min walk - O Caseirinho 8 min walk - Borboleta 7 min walk ## About this property ### Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups Guesthouse near Ribeira Square Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Swimming pool - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like offices and internet access. 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Available in all rooms: WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Communal pool ### Outdoors - Garden ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Office ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events are allowed on site Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 162015 ### Property is also known as 695ed5cd6d410d006051c3df ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups have a pool? ### Is Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups? ### What time is check-out at Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups? ### Where is Entire 7BR Manor in Porto · Private for Groups located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question