The 12 best Airbnbs in Porto right now, from riverside stays and parkside cottages

Neighbourhood: Cedofeita

Nearby: The elevated gardens of Crystal Palace and Casa Tait are only a 10-minute walk away. 

In an 1896-built home, with 1936-preserved interiors (including an impressive spiral, wooden staircase), this studio suite is attached to what is essentially, a proper B&B - minus the breakfast. Run by warm hosts Paolo and Caroline, the suite is small, charming and sun-lit, with a private bathroom, small desk, a dining table and a romantic balcony with a view. There's also a small kitchenette with a mini-fridge, microwave and tiny induction hob, should you need them, but you're a 15 minute walk from Porto's lively art district filled with fab restaurants. Dine out, instead, or bring back some takeaway to feast on the balcony. Dinner with a view. 

Rooms: 1 bed, 1 bath. Sleeps 2. 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but a car park is a 10-minute walk away.

Price: From €146 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Vilarinha 

Nearby: Entry to Parque da Cidade (City Park) is a five-minute walk, and both, Foz and Matosinhos beaches, are a literal walk-in-the-park away (or a 10-minute drive). 

Over in west Porto's Vilarinha neighbourhood, tropical florals and foliage surrounds the lush Green Cottage. It's a breath of fresh air, compared to the crowded corners of downtown Porto, and it comes with a queen bed, a sofa bed for two, a small (but well eqipt) bathroom and a long wooden balcony with views of the property's garden. The cottage is set in the backyard of a main property, where the hosts live and are available should you need anything, and there's even a barbecue for those glorious sunny days. 

Time Out tip: The bus stops just across the street from the flat should get you to central Porto in about 30 minutes.

Rooms: 2 beds, 1 bath. Sleeps 4. 

Parking status: Ask about on-site parking, as it's sometimes available. If not, there's plenty of street parking right outside the door. 

Price: From €86 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood:  Centro / Baixa

Nearby: You're 100 metres away from Largo de São Domingos and Rua das Flores.

This on-trend abode is located right in the middle of the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, on Rua de Belomonte, one of the oldest streets in Porto. This is right in central, where you can soak up all the culture while enjoying the luxuries of modern living thanks to the building's recent remodelling. Gold accents really accentuate the apartment's contemporary aesthetic, along with the glossy laminate kitchen, and textured walls. Underground, you've got two cosy cave-like bedrooms with windows that open out onto the interior courtyard. 

Time Out tip: If you want to discovery Porto by foot, this is a great option given its positioning between the high and the stream of this uneven city. 

Rooms: 2 beds, 2 baths. Sleeps 6. 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but there's car park a short walk away. 

Price: From €170 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Cedofeita

Nearby: A lovely outdoor pool to spend time in.

This apartment inside a traditional Porto building was completely restored in 2020, and if you came to town for the famous tiles (and port), and that’s just what you’ll get. This beautiful, centrally located apartment is one of the best Airbnbs in Porto. It comes with a pool, and flaunts green spaces with fruit trees, making it a special and rare space that we're certain you'll be smittened with. 

Time Out tip: Order some Porto plates for takeaway or delivery, and bring them out back to dine al fresco by the pool. 

Rooms: 1 bed, 1 bath. Sleeps 4. 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but a car park is less than a 10-minute walk away.

Price: From €81.50 per night. Two-night minimun.

Neighbourhood: Baixa 

Nearby: Campo 24 de Agosto Metro Station is about a five-minute walk. 

Sunny for summer, but snug for winter, this ground-floor flat in Baixa has a spacious garden to soak up Porto's fab weather, and a cosy lounge to cuddle up in if you're visiting for winter. There's room for two in this pastel-toned paradise, with quirky prints  and patterned pillows that make the space feel homely and inviting - the ideal spot for a couples' holiday.

Rooms: 1 bed, 1 bath. Sleeps 2. 

Parking status: Affordable street parking is available. 

Price: From €126 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Baixa 

Nearby: The Neonia Porto museum and Praça General Humberto Delgado are both a five-minute walk. 

If you prefer warm terracotta shades and romantic four-post beds over clinical white walls and modern bedding, then this 200-year-old apartment is an idyllic base from which to explore the city. It's a two-bed, one-bath delight that's near tonnes of local shops and restaurants in Baixa. It’s also cosy enough to relax in, yet spacious enough to accommodate three guests with personal space. And fun fact: Portuguese writer Joaquim Antunes Leitão was born in this building in 1875. 

Rooms: 2 beds, 1 baths. Sleeps 3

Parking status: No on-site parking, but there's a car park nearby.

Price: From €142 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Miragaia 

Nearby: You're just opposite the Alfândega do Porto, and Rua de Miragaia, where you'll find a convenient grocery store, lovely restaurants and cool street art by global artists. 

This third-floor, two-bed riverfront has recently been renovated, and comes fully equipt. There are two cosy bedrooms, one with a double bed, and the other with two singles. There's also a full kitchen, a bright-white bathroom, a lovely lounge with exposed stone walls and - the best part - the balcony. Overlooking the Douro River, it's a small, but mighty space for breakfast-having, people watching and catching sight of the Alfândega do Porto (Porto Historical Customs Building). 

Time Out tip: Cross over the D. Luis I Bridge and get to know the Port Wine Cellars.

Rooms: 2 beds, 1 bath. Sleeps 4.

Parking status: Parking is free in the area, but spaces can be tricky to find in high season. If full, the Alfândega do Porto car park is a five-minute walk away.

Price: From €105 per night. Three-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Historic Centre

Nearby: You're a five-minute walk from the medieval walls, a 10-minute walk to the stunning Episcopal Palace and again, five minutes to My Coffee Porto, where you can sip a cuppa with stunning town views. 

Secluded, secure and central, host Jorge's minimal, but cool-designed loft is basically attached to the Ponte Luis in the heart of Ribeira's historic centre. The open-plan, two-floor loft has a kitchen and lounge with both, a sofa and a bed, on the ground floor, while the master bed is upstairs, a ladder-climb away. One hefty perk here, especially come summer, is the glory that is aircon, which - in combination with the comfortable beds - allows for the cosiest sleep before another day of exploring. 

Time Out tip: You're only 200m from the medieval maze that is the Ribeira – make the most of lazy mornings wandering those atmospheric streets.

Rooms: 3 beds, 1 bath. Sleeps 4 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but there's a car park around 300 metres away.

Price: From €102 per night. Two-night minimum. 

Neighbourhood: Bolhão

Nearby: You're staying just next to the Mercado do Bolhão and Rua de Santa Catarina, one of the busiest streets in Porto.

Capturing the aura of Porto, this vibrant apartment in Bolhaõ is detailed with warm tones and bright, ruby-red accents. Everything is spread out across one sun-lit floor with a mix-match of art hanging along the walls. There's a fully-stocked kitchen (which pairs great with the grocery store nearby), a large living room and balcony, and a cosy work desk next to yet another balcony, both which face the busy Rua Formosa - great for people-watching. Honestly, this place makes you want to spend your holiday indoors, but when you finally break out, the best of Porto is at your feet, and the metro station is five-minute walk. 

Rooms: 1 bed, 1 bath. Sleeps two. 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but there's an affordable 24-hour car park a few meters from the apartment. 

Price: From €120 per night. Two-night minumum. 

Neighbourhood: Ribeira

Nearby: Walk around the other side of the house and you're at the cathedral. 

When we say something is postcard-perfect, we usually don’t mean it literally, but this flat is the exception. Located right by Porto's cathedral in the UNESCO Heritage Site, this humble home with a not-so-humble address is a continuous postcard photobomber. It's also got quite a unique set-up, with a wood-burning fireplace (wood provided by the host) and the most stunning views of the Douro river. One bedroom has a queen bed. The other, two singles, and the lounge has an extra bed that allows for a great stay with friends or family. 

Time Out tip: If you're looking for proper tours of the city, ask your host, João. He's a tour guide! 

Rooms: 2 beds, 1 bath. Sleeps 6. 

Parking Status : No on-site parking, but if you ask João, he's happy to help and find space nearby. 

Price: From €158 per night. Two-night minimum.

Neighbourhood: Ribeira

Nearby: Porto’s lively bar and restaurant scene is within stumbling distance, and São Bento underground station is a five-minute walk. 

This lovingly-restored three-bed has been awarded by the Portugese government for its stunning glow-up. Colourful tiles can be found along the kitchen and outdoor floors, and while the flat's decoration is a little basic, the layout is anything but. Bedrooms are spacious with high, wood-beamed ceilings, bathrooms are bright and clean,  and there’s an all-important hammock on the terrace for  lounging. 

Time Out tip: It can get quite chilly in the winter, but hosts provide extra blankets just in case. The flat also has a steep set of stairs, so best to look elsewhere if more accessability is needed. 

Rooms: 3 beds, 2 baths. Sleeps 8. 

Parking status: No on-site parking, but there's an affordable car park nearby 

Price: From €372 per night. 

Neighbourhood: Bonfim

Nearby: If you're looking to feast on pastels de nata, Nata Lisboa is a 10-minute walk away and offers tonnes of different flavours. You're a also 10 minutes from Mercado do Bolhão, and a 15-minute drive from the iconic Lello bookstore. 

Comfortable bedding, spacious and smack-dab in the centre of the city. This two-bed stunner is elite when it comes to exploring Porto's Bolhão neighbourhood. Now yes, the decor could have been more thoughtful, but the flat's got all the essentials, and the central staircase inside is enough to make this place a memorable stay. But alas, it does not stop there. Two balconies are available, one at the front of the apartment, and one at the back. And both have beautiful, beautiful views of Porto.

Time Out tip: You’re just a few minutes from Praça dos Poveiros, where you'll find all the best restaurants to try traditional dishes like the famous Francesinha sandwich.

Rooms: 2 beds, 2 baths. Sleeps 4.

Parking status: There's an affordable car park just across from the building. 

Price: From €123 per night. Two-night minimum.