Rosarinho Cruz invites to her Atelier by the River

The host was present at just the right time for my arrival. Lovely large apartment with everything I needed including kitchen items. The bed was super comfortable. I loved the artists materials left out to use though didn't have time to use them. Great use of vintage furniture, the apartment had an eco/sustainable vibe to it. The location was fabulous being right in the centre of the main Ribeira tourist district. Despite this, there is a very cheaply priced local mini-market, Mercado S. João just over the road selling amazing fruit and vegetables as well as other groceries.

However, location not so great at night when Wednesday through to Sunday there was loud music and people enjoying the bars along the Praca da Ribeira - to be expected. What was less expected was to be awoken on several nights by groups of motorcycles doing rounds and revving their engines to the most unbelievable volume. Then 3am every night the large recycling bins outside the apartment block are emptied by a lorry with a crane - not quietly. The secondary glazing is helpful in reducing the sound, however, in the warmer summer months this means the windows cannot be opened and there is no ventilation. A useful fan is provided.

The apartment was stunning! The shower is incredible, just what you need after a long day walking around Porto. We couldn't have asked for a better location to see the main sights.

I think it was out of the control of the apartment owners- but during our stay the apartment above was being renovated and there was some drilling at times. However, this didn't stop us enjoying our stay.

very concise it location, lots of space, kitchen and bathroom were great.

the maniquin in the room was a little strange

Lovely place that feels more personal than usual agency rentals. Perfect location to explore Porto.

The street garbage bins are right outside so the garbage collection wakes you up before 5am. This can be expected from staying in a city and is obviously not in the control of the hosts but I’d suggest they supply earplugs.