Casa do Cativo

A guest house in the Porto area, 620 metres from the centre. Guest score 9.4/10 from 744 reviews. Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00. Rooms and rates.

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Casa do Cativo

  • Guest score 9.4/10, 744 reviews
  • Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00
  • The centre is 620 metres away
Check availability ★ 9.4(744 reviews)

Reasons to book

Set at 32 Rua do Cativo, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-160 Porto, Portugal, Casa do Cativo is a guest house. The centre is an easy walk: 620 metres to the south, about 10 minutes on foot.

9.4 out of 10 from 744 reviews is an exceptional score, one that few places earn. A record built over hundreds of stays: the score is proven, not a chance result.

Plan on checking in from 14:00 to 20:00 and checking out from 08:00 to 12:00. Among the facilities you will find private bathroom, free wifi, family rooms, airport shuttle, non-smoking rooms and outdoor swimming pool. Prices vary by date: enter your nights to see the rate that applies.

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A tour of Casa do Cativo in pictures.

Type
Guest house
Address
32 Rua do Cativo, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-160 Porto, Portugal
To the centre
620 metres as the crow flies
On foot
about 10 minutes
Guest score
9.4 out of 10 from 744 reviews
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Parking
No parking available
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge

Location and nearby

Head to 32 Rua do Cativo, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-160 Porto, Portugal.

The centre lies 620 metres to the south, around 10 minutes on foot.

Parking details: “No parking available.”

Facilities

Facilities grouped by type. If something you need is missing, ask the property: not everything gets listed.

TypeWhat is offered
HighlightsPrivate bathroom, Free WiFi, Family rooms, Airport shuttle, Non-smoking rooms, Outdoor swimming pool, Luggage storage, Laundry, Lift, Designated smoking area
BathroomPrivate bathroom
OutdoorsSun terrace, Terrace, Garden
Food & DrinkKid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Internet services
ParkingNo parking available.
Reception servicesInvoice provided, Private check-in/check-out, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning servicesDaily housekeeping, Ironing service (extra charge), Laundry (extra charge)
Business facilitiesMeeting/banquet facilities (extra charge)
Safety & securityFire extinguishers, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, Security alarm, Safety deposit box
GeneralShuttle service (extra charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Designated smoking area, Air conditioning, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Lift, Family rooms, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Non-smoking rooms
WellnessPool/beach towels, Sun umbrellas, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Highlights
What is offered
Private bathroom, Free WiFi, Family rooms, Airport shuttle, Non-smoking rooms, Outdoor swimming pool, Luggage storage, Laundry, Lift, Designated smoking area
Bathroom
What is offered
Private bathroom
Outdoors
What is offered
Sun terrace, Terrace, Garden
Food & Drink
What is offered
Kid-friendly buffet, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room
Internet
What is offered
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Internet services
Parking
What is offered
No parking available.
Reception services
What is offered
Invoice provided, Private check-in/check-out, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
What is offered
Daily housekeeping, Ironing service (extra charge), Laundry (extra charge)
Business facilities
What is offered
Meeting/banquet facilities (extra charge)
Safety & security
What is offered
Fire extinguishers, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, Security alarm, Safety deposit box
General
What is offered
Shuttle service (extra charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Designated smoking area, Air conditioning, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Lift, Family rooms, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
What is offered
Pool/beach towels, Sun umbrellas, Sun loungers or beach chairs

Rooms and rates

4 room types came up for two adults on 10 to 12 October 2026, shown in the table below. Availability changes night by night, so check your own dates. Of the 4 rates on that search, 4 allowed free cancellation, so you can usually book with room to change.

You can add breakfast, with the rates offering “Exceptional breakfast included”.

Types of rooms

Room typeSleepsBeds
Standard Apartmentnot statednot stated
King Room with Balconynot statednot stated
Maisonettenot statednot stated
Two-Bedroom Apartmentnot statednot stated
Standard Apartment
Sleeps
not stated
Beds
not stated
King Room with Balcony
Sleeps
not stated
Beds
not stated
Maisonette
Sleeps
not stated
Beds
not stated
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Sleeps
not stated
Beds
not stated

What guests say

The same points recur through 173 reviews, and the table below gathers them. Guests praise the location, breakfast, staff and host; views are more mixed on the swimming pool.

Guest feedback summary

TopicWhat guests sayHow often
LocationCentral and quiet setting near Sao Bento station and major sights.160 mentions
BreakfastFresh, varied options including cooked eggs served in a pleasant room.119 mentions
StaffFriendly team provide warm welcome and helpful local advice.111 mentions
HostMargarida offers a warm welcome and assists with transport and local tips.43 mentions
Swimming PoolRelaxing garden spot, though small and water quality sometimes reported as poor.41 mentions (mixed)
Location
What guests say
Central and quiet setting near Sao Bento station and major sights.
How often
160 mentions
Breakfast
What guests say
Fresh, varied options including cooked eggs served in a pleasant room.
How often
119 mentions
Staff
What guests say
Friendly team provide warm welcome and helpful local advice.
How often
111 mentions
Host
What guests say
Margarida offers a warm welcome and assists with transport and local tips.
How often
43 mentions
Swimming Pool
What guests say
Relaxing garden spot, though small and water quality sometimes reported as poor.
How often
41 mentions (mixed)

House rules and times

Plan on checking in from 14:00 to 20:00 and checking out from 08:00 to 12:00. What to expect at check-in: “Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.”

The house rules, plainly: “Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform Casa do Cativo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.”

Similar places nearby

Worth comparing: four more from “Guest houses and B&Bs in Porto”, the well-reviewed ones first and the closest after them. Distances are straight lines.

Place to stayTypeAreaDistanceGuest score
Casa do Cativo (this one)Guest house-9.4 (744 reviews)
Na Travessa SuítesGuest house210 metres9.7 (435 reviews)
Casa dos Lóios by ShiaduGuest house260 metres9.0 (1,070 reviews)
Torel 1884 Suites & ApartmentsGuest house320 metres9.4 (728 reviews)
Douro View House RibeiraGuest house330 metres8.4 (775 reviews)
Casa do Cativo (this one)
Type
Guest house
Area
Distance
-
Guest score
9.4 (744 reviews)
Na Travessa Suítes
Type
Guest house
Area
Distance
210 metres
Guest score
9.7 (435 reviews)
Casa dos Lóios by Shiadu
Type
Guest house
Area
Distance
260 metres
Guest score
9.0 (1,070 reviews)
Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments
Type
Guest house
Area
Distance
320 metres
Guest score
9.4 (728 reviews)
Douro View House Ribeira
Type
Guest house
Area
Distance
330 metres
Guest score
8.4 (775 reviews)

See all of “Guest houses and B&Bs in Porto”

Reading the guest score

A score of 9.4/10, built on 744 reviews. With so many stays counted, no single guest swings the average much, which makes it a dependable guide.

It ranks 8 of 63 in “Guest houses and B&Bs in Porto” on score and reviews together, in the top quarter of the group.

Temperatures in Porto through the year

Monthly averages for daytime high and low, giving you a clear guide to when to come.

Daily highDaily low
39152228Daily high, Aug: 25.7 °C26Daily high, Jan: 13.8 °C14Daily low, Jul: 15.9 °C16Daily low, Jan: 5.2 °C5JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Long-run averages from the national weather office, not a forecast.

The figures behind this chart, as a table
RowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Daily high13.8 °C15 °C17.4 °C18.1 °C20.1 °C23.5 °C25.3 °C25.7 °C24.1 °C20.7 °C17.1 °C14.4 °C
Daily low5.2 °C5.9 °C7.8 °C9.1 °C11.6 °C14.5 °C15.9 °C15.9 °C14.7 °C12.2 °C8.9 °C6.9 °C

When to come

Choose August for the warmest average highs, about 26 °C (78 °F), and expect January to be the coolest, near 14 °C (57 °F). The figures describe a typical year; a glance at the forecast before you leave settles what to pack.

The full data sheet

Every fact with its source: the property's details as published in September 2026, and the distances measured from its coordinates.

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FactValueSource
The property22
NameCasa do CativoBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Booking.com property number3132653Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Type of propertyGuest houseBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Address32 Rua do Cativo, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-160 Porto, PortugalBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Postcode4000-160Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Latitude41.144243Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Longitude-8.60889959999997Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Distance from the centre, straight line620 metresOwn calculation from the coordinates, 41.1496 N, 8.6110 W
Direction from the centresouthOwn calculation from the coordinates
Walking time to the centre, estimatedabout 10 minutesOwn estimate: straight line plus 30 percent, at 5 km/h
Guest score9.4 out of 10Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Number of guest reviews744Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Check-infrom 14:00 to 20:00Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Check-outfrom 08:00 to 12:00Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
ParkingNo parking available.Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Photos38 photosBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Data as ofSeptember 2026Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12Standard ApartmentBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12King Room with BalconyBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12MaisonetteBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12Two-Bedroom ApartmentBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Facilities49
Highlight: Private bathroomyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Free WiFiyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Family roomsyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Airport shuttleyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Non-smoking roomsyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Outdoor swimming poolyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Luggage storageyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: LaundryyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: LiftyesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Highlight: Designated smoking areayesBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Bathroom: Private bathroomofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Outdoors: Sun terraceofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Outdoors: TerraceofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Outdoors: GardenofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Food & Drink: Kid-friendly buffetofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Food & Drink: Special diet menus (on request)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Food & Drink: Breakfast in the roomofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Internet: overviewWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Internet: Internet servicesofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Parking: overviewNo parking available.Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Reception services: Invoice providedofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Reception services: Private check-in/check-outofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Reception services: Concierge serviceofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Reception services: Luggage storageofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Reception services: Express check-in/check-outofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Cleaning services: Daily housekeepingofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Cleaning services: Ironing service (extra charge)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Cleaning services: Laundry (extra charge)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Business facilities: Meeting/banquet facilities (extra charge)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: Fire extinguishersofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: CCTV outside propertyofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: CCTV in common areasofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: Smoke alarmsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: Security alarmofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Safety & security: Safety deposit boxofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Shuttle service (extra charge)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Shared lounge/TV areaofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Designated smoking areaofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Air conditioningofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Non-smoking throughoutofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: HeatingofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Soundproof roomsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: LiftofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Family roomsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Airport shuttle (extra charge)offeredBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
General: Non-smoking roomsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Wellness: Pool/beach towelsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Wellness: Sun umbrellasofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Wellness: Sun loungers or beach chairsofferedBooking.com partner catalogue, September 2026
Porto and its climate100
Coordinates of Porto41.15, -8.61083 decimal degreesWikidata
Population of Porto231,800 · As of 2021.Wikidata
Area of Porto41.42 km²Wikidata
Elevation of Porto104 mWikidata
RegionNorth PortugalWikipedia
DistrictPortoWikipedia
Average daily high in January13.8 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in January5.2 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in January147.1 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in January124 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in February15 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in February5.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in February110.5 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in February129 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in March17.4 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in March7.8 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in March95.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in March192 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in April18.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in April9.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in April117.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in April217 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in May20.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in May11.6 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in May89.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in May258 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in June23.5 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in June14.5 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in June39.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in June274 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in July25.3 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in July15.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in July20.4 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in July308 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in August25.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in August15.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in August32.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in August295 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in September24.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in September14.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in September71.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in September224 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in October20.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in October12.2 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in October158.3 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in October184 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in November17.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in November8.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in November172 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in November139 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily high in December14.4 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Average daily low in December6.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Rainfall in December181 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Sunshine hours in December124 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Annual rainfall1,237 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Highest temperature recorded40.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
Lowest temperature recorded-3.3 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMAWikipedia
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Historic Centre of Oporto, Luiz I Bridge and Monastery of Serra do Pilarinscribed 1996 · The listing covers the historic centre, the Dom Luís I Bridge and the Serra do Pilar monastery across the river in Gaia.UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Municipal tourist tax per night3 EUR · Raised from 2 to 3 euros per night (porto.pt news; the municipality's Leme portal reports 32.3 million euros collected in 2025).Câmara Municipal do Porto
Tourist tax cap per stay21 EUR · Charged for at most seven consecutive nights per stay, per the consumer magazine; the municipal regulation is the authority.Which?
Metro and bus single ticket, zones Z2 (central Porto), valid one hour1.4 EUR · Andante occasional ticket; tariff in force from 1 January 2024. Ten loaded at once give one free.Metro do Porto
Andante 24 ticket, 24 hours in zones Z25.35 EURMetro do Porto
Metro single ticket, zones Z31.85 EURMetro do Porto
Metro line E from the airport to Trindade (city centre)27 minutes · Two independent guides give 26-30 minutes (livingtours.com); trains every 20 minutes. The airport sits in fare zone Z4.porto-north-portugal.com
Metro single, zone Z4 (airport to the centre)2.3 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; paper Andante card 0.60 EUR extra. A 24-hour Z4 ticket is 8.55 EUR.Metro do Porto (official)
Metro single, airport to central Porto (zone Z4), used as the airport transfer fare2.3 EUR · Line E, Andante Z4 occasional ticket, tariff in force from 1 January 2026; the paper card costs 0.60 EUR extra.Metro do Porto
Metro and bus single ticket in central Porto (zones Z2), valid one hour1.4 EUR · Andante occasional ticket.Metro do Porto
Andante Tour 1, 24 hours on the whole Andante network7.75 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; transport only, no museum entry or discounts.Metro do Porto
Andante Tour 3, 72 hours on the whole Andante network16.55 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; transport only.Metro do Porto
Car hire in Portugal, average per day in winter (December to February)14.25 EUR · National average from the rental broker DiscoverCars, bookings of the previous year, published about 2024; not a Porto quote and not the 2026 rate.Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study)
Car hire in Portugal, average per day in summer (June to August)35.78 EUR · National average, same study; dated.Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study)
Petrol 95, efficient price per litre, week 7-13 September 20262.12 EUR · Regulator reference price with taxes; DGEG discounted pump prices were 1 cent lower.ERSE
Small petrol car consumption, Renault Clio, WLTP combined5.1 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure; real driving on hills uses more.Renault Portugal
Hostel dorm bed, median per night27.37 EUR · 12 dorm-bed offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Hostel dorm bed, median per night27.37 EUR · 12 dorm-bed offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Budget double: guest houses, B&Bs and 1-2 star hotels, median per night105.56 EUR · 78 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Budget double: guest houses, B&Bs and 1-2 star hotels, median per night105.56 EUR · 78 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Mid-range double: 3-4 star hotels, median per night220.1 EUR · 51 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Mid-range double: 3-4 star hotels, median per night220.1 EUR · 51 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Upper double: 5-star hotels, median per night419.73 EUR · 19 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
Upper double: 5-star hotels, median per night419.73 EUR · 19 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season.Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours
A cheap meal per person, upper end of the EUR 5-10 price band10 EUR · 31 of the restaurants that publish a band sit in EUR 5-10, the second most common band. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026.Porto Tours restaurant database
A mid-range meal per person, upper end of the EUR 10-15 price band15 EUR · 68 restaurants, the most common band. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026.Porto Tours restaurant database
An upscale meal per person, the start of the EUR 50+ band50 EUR · 9 restaurants publish EUR 50+. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026.Porto Tours restaurant database
Porto tourist tax per person per night3 EUR · Up to seven nights; children under 13 exempt.Câmara Municipal do Porto
Port lodge visit with tasting, Taylor's adult ticket25 EUR · Audio tour with three Ports, September 2026.Taylor's
Budget car hire in Portugal, average per day in winter14.25 EUR · National average of a car-rental broker's bookings, December to February, published about 2024; dated.Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study)
Budget car hire in Portugal, average per day in summer35.78 EUR · National average, June to August, same study; dated.Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study)
Medium car hire in Porto, average per day38 EUR · Booking.com Cars' average for a medium car in Porto, read 17 September 2026; no season given, so the same figure is used all year.Booking.com Cars
Medium car hire in Porto, average per day38 EUR · Same figure; no seasonal split published.Booking.com Cars
Mid-size petrol car consumption, Renault Captur, WLTP combined5.7 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure.Renault Portugal
Premium car consumption (mid-size figure used)5.7 l/100 km · No premium model's official figure was sourced; the mid-size Captur figure stands in.Renault Portugal
Small petrol car consumption, Renault Clio, WLTP combined5.1 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure.Renault Portugal
Domestic draught beer, 0.5 litre, in a bar or restaurant in Porto3 EUR · Crowd-sourced average, range 2.00-4.50 EUR, read 17 September 2026.Numbeo
Private airport transfer to central Porto, per vehicle, median of the site's six picks27.35 EUR · Median of six private airport transfers rated in partners/transfers.json (EUR 17.00 to 74.90), 16 September 2026.GetYourGuide and Viator listings
Premium car hire in Porto, per day100 EUR · Set by the site owner on 17 September 2026; no public source separates premium from medium car rates.Porto Tours (owner figure)
Premium car hire in Porto, per day100 EUR · Set by the site owner on 17 September 2026; same figure all year.Porto Tours (owner figure)
Historic tram, single ride bought on board6 EUR · About 6 euros a single and 8 euros for two rides the same day; the historic trams are a separate fare from the Andante network.STCP historic tram fare, reported by Porto guides
Palacio da Bolsa guided tour, adult14 EUR · Guided visits only, in Portuguese, Spanish, French or English; 9.50 euros student, school or senior.Palacio da Bolsa
Soares dos Reis National Museum, adult10 EUR · Open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00; closed Mondays and on 24 June, the city holiday.Museus e Monumentos de Portugal

Common questions

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check in from 14:00 to 20:00 and out from 08:00 to 12:00. One thing that matters on arrival: “Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.”

Is the centre close enough to walk to?

Yes. Count on roughly 10 minutes walking, with the centre 620 metres away.

Is there parking?

Here is what applies: “No parking available.”

Does the property have wifi?

Here is what applies: “WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.”

Can I get breakfast at the property?

Yes, breakfast can be added to the rate: “Exceptional breakfast included”.

Can I trust the guest score?

Yes: it is 9.4 out of 10 from 744 reviews, enough stays for the average to be a fair guide.

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Casa do Cativo

★ 9.4/10 · 744 reviews

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Sources

Each figure above is drawn from one of these sources, with the data sheet naming the source of every row.

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    Booking.com listing: Casa do Cativo accessed 2026-09-15Property type, address, coordinates, stars, guest score and reviews, check-in and check-out, facilities, house rules, the review summary and the room types of a dated search.
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    Own calculation from the coordinatesStraight-line distance from 41.1496 N, 8.6110 W; walking time estimated as that distance plus 30 percent, at 5 km/h.
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    Wikidata accessed 2026-09-15
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    Wikipedia accessed 2026-09-15
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    UNESCO World Heritage Centre accessed 2026-09-15
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    Câmara Municipal do Porto accessed 2026-09-15
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    Which? accessed 2026-09-15
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    Metro do Porto accessed 2026-09-15
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    porto-north-portugal.com accessed 2026-09-15
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    Metro do Porto (official) accessed 2026-09-15
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    ERSE accessed 2026-09-17
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    Renault Portugal accessed 2026-09-17
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    Porto Tours restaurant database accessed 2026-09-17
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    Taylor's accessed 2026-09-17
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    Booking.com Cars accessed 2026-09-17
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    Renault Portugal accessed 2026-09-17
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    Numbeo accessed 2026-09-17
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    Porto Tours (owner figure) accessed 2026-09-17
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    Palacio da Bolsa accessed 2026-09-18
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    Wikidata accessed 2026-09-15
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    UNESCO World Heritage Centre accessed 2026-09-15
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    porto-north-portugal.com accessed 2026-09-15