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Hostel CATS Porto Hostel (formerly Tattva Design Hostel)

Rua do Cativo, 26-28, Porto, 4000-160 (show map)

8.2

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2316 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

CATS Porto Hostel is a lively hostel located in central Porto, just 50 metres from the metro and S. Bento train station. The 3 buildings of the property are in the heart of the city, next to the city’s Sé Cathedral, a protected World Heritage Site.
The hostel has brightly decorated rooms for all kinds of travellers and groups. All the rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, air conditioning, free WiFi and each bed comes with a reading light, an individual power socket, a fan and an electronic locker.
Breakfast is served daily at the bar area and there is a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their meals. The spacious rooftop terrace provides a unique atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy a drink.
The Ribeira area, the Clérigos Tower and Lello Bookstore are a 10-minute walk away. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, easily accessible via metro, is a 44-minute trip away.

Formerly Tattva Design Hostel

Before April 2019 CATS Porto Hostel was known as Tattva Design Hostel

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Superior Double Room with City View - enter dates to see room photos

Offering views over Porto, this room has a private bathroom with hairdryer. Each spacious room comes with a, fan and parquet floors.

Superior Twin Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

This air-conditioned room is located 50 meters away from the hostel and includes an en suite bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi. A kitchenette is available in the building. Guests can use all the hostel facilities. Check-in and check-out are at the hostel. Please note that there is no elevator.

Family Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

This air-conditioned room is located 50 meters away from the CATS Porto Hostel and includes an en suite bathroom and free WiFi. A kitchenette is available in the building. Guests can use all the hostel facilities. Check-in and check-out are at the hostel. Please note that there is no elevator.

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

This room is located 20 metres from the main building, in a refurbished building. This room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and a balcony. Each bed comes with a fan, reading light, locker (padlock needed) and electric socket.

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

The family room has a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

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Facilities of CATS Porto Hostel

General
WiFi everywhere

Activities
Table tennis, Windsurfing

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Packed lunches, Snack bar

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box

Common areas
Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace

Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment, Karaoke

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Business facilities
Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Soundproof rooms

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bathroom, City view, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Fan, Hairdryer, Hardwood/Parquet floors, Heating, Ironing Facilities, Kitchenette, Landmark view, Linen, Shower, Soundproofing, Terrace, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Upper floors accessible by lift, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, View, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 14 Jul 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 15:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please note that towels are not provided. Towel rental is available at the property.
A EUR 10 deposit for the electronic key is required in cash, at check-in.
When booking more than 9 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please let the property know if any guest has reduced mobility. Not all dormitories are equipped with accessibility facilities.
The maximum stay allowed is 9 days.Please inform 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. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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8.2

Very good

2316 verified reviews

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Anna

“Lovely Porto stay”

8.0

29 Jun 2025

Staff was friendly and I loved the outdoor area. The beds were solid and well equipped.

Juliana

“One of the best hostels”

10.0

27 Jun 2025

The hostel has a perfect location, I stayed in a camel bedroom and was really clean.

Yu Ting

“Fair”

6.0

10 Jun 2025

Location is in the city center so it was very close to most tourist spots. Staff members are very nice. Luggage storage service is excellent.

Rob

“Great place,modern”

9.0

09 Jun 2025

Great Hostel. One of the best. Loved it.Top spot.Good vibe.

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Hostel CATS Porto Hostel (formerly Tattva Design Hostel)

Rua do Cativo, 26-28, Porto, 4000-160 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Formerly Tattva Design Hostel

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Rooms List

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Double Room with City View - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Twin Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Hostel CATS Porto Hostel (formerly Tattva Design Hostel)

Rua do Cativo, 26-28, Porto, 4000-160 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Formerly Tattva Design Hostel

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Rooms List

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Double Room with City View - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Twin Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - Annex Building - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Setup a Price Alert for CATS Porto Hostel

Facilities of CATS Porto Hostel

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Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)

“Lovely Porto stay”

“One of the best hostels”

“Fair”

“Great place,modern”

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