Rubens Hotels & SPA

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Porto Historic Center

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Airport shuttle
Bar (on property)
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Rua Azevedo Magalhães 161 - 165, Vila Nova de Gaia, 4000-520
  • Porto Historic Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Suite

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suíte presidencial

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Tripla

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Club Double or Twin Room (2)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Courtyard View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Vila Nova de Gaia

Heart of Vila Nova de Gaia.Your stay at this Oliveira do Douro hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Real Companhia Velha Cellars and Jardim do Morro Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ribeira Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Porto City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • General Torres Station - 6 min walk
  • Câmara de Gaia Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirone - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yadoya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nova Gaia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Adega da Paz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zé da Serra - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rubens Hotels & SPA

4-star hotel near Porto Historic Center
Rubens Hotels & SPA offers its guests an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rubens Hotels & SPA. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

This 4-star Vila Nova de Gaia hotel is smoke free.

  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Rubens Hotels & SPA offers 71 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 31150/AL

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rubens Hotels & SPA to the airport?

Rubens Hotels & SPA is 13.9 mi (25-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rubens Hotels & SPA?

As of Apr 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rubens Hotels & SPA on May 5, 2025 start from $150.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rubens Hotels & SPA have an airport shuttle?

Rubens Hotels & SPA offers an airport shuttle from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of EUR 40. per room, one-way.

How close is Rubens Hotels & SPA to the beach?

This hotel is 11.9 mi (26-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 4.9 mi (9-min drive) from Carneiro Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rubens Hotels & SPA offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rubens Hotels & SPA, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rubens Hotels & SPA?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Espinho (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Rubens Hotels & SPA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Rubens Hotels & SPA?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Rubens Hotels & SPA have a pool?

Rubens Hotels & SPA features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Rubens Hotels & SPA have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Rubens Hotels & SPA have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Rubens Hotels & SPA to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?

Rubens Hotels & SPA is 0.3 mi away from Vila Nova de Gaia.

Rubens Hotels & SPA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Daria my

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay but lacks a lot of basics

As other guests have quoted, the hotel has potential but owner are missing some key points. Property is very pretty and a good location despite seemingly isolated. We booked after a two week trek, wanting to splurge on comfort and pools on our last days. Outdoor pool is freezing. Indoor pool, feels odd that hotel wants you to pay extra to use. Small things that you don’t really notice unless they are lacking; no toiletries, not even lotion, no face cloths, no spoon or stir stick for coffee, TV not working, etc. Restaurant is good, olives are notable. All in all a pleasant stay but hotel should pay more attention to detail and stop cutting costs of small things if they want 4 star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

VIJAY

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, nice facilities but the breakfast buffet wasn’t worth 18€.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

AURÉLIEN

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal para parejas

hotel muy acogedor , ideal para parejas por su tranquilidad .Lo mejor es la zona de piscina y su ubicación.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trine

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Frederic

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Hôtel pour les très minces.

Le personnel est sympathique et l'hôtel est propre. La chambre est petite et on circule difficilement autours du lit mais ce n'est rien en comparaison avec la salle d'eau. Même une salle d'eau d'une chambre étudiante est plus grande. La douche est petite, et l'espace pour le WC est indigne d'un hôtel. Aucun espace entre le WC et le meuble de salle de bain et à peine 10cm de l'autre côté. Ce n'est pas normal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pedro

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Porto

Mooi hotel op loopafstand van alle bezienswaardigheden van Porto
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Séjour juste convenable par rapport au prix demandé, chambre très bruyante, passage d'une route à grand trafic à proximité. Equipement de la chambre assez minimaliste. J'ai dû réclamer pour que la chambre soit faite. Fin de journée, chambre toujours pas nettoyé. Restauration, je m'y suis risqué que le premier soir, cela ressemblait plus à un repas de cantine qu'autre chose.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Yi Ju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely hotel

We were given an upgrade to the suite, which was great, of course. The hotel is lovely, aretreat in a quiet area and yet within walking distance to Porto center. Breakfast was good. Outside swimming pool a nice cooling down after a warm day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024