The beautiful Portuguese city of Espinho is famous for its beach resort and legal gambling. It is also known as Portugal’s volleyball capital. The area was once a simple fishing village but has since transformed into a distinct destination of its own, drawing tourists. The city also plays host to an international animation festival, Festival Internacional de Cinema de Animação, which attracts a lot of people from the industry every year in June. You can enjoy the southern European sun and walk along the beach while hearing the waves crashing by. We’ve compiled a top 10 list of Airbnb accommodations here to make your stay an unforgettable experience.
1. Charming apartment in Espinho (from USD 70)
This comfy apartment is set right in the heart of Espinho. There are loads of shops, restaurants, and cafes near you, and the beach is only minutes away. The local train station isn’t far out – it’s easily accessible by walking. The apartment is equipped with free WiFi, and you can use the kitchen, too. If you’ve got someone who’s wheelchair-bound, the apartment is wheelchair-accessible to allow ease of access. The whole place is equipped with essentials that you need to ensure that you have a great experience here.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
252 meters (0.2 mi) from Casino EspinhoSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the apartment is very comfortable and full of natural light and we slept so wellthis apartment is a gem in a great location lots of space and great amenitiesthe apartment is is the perfect place to enjoy the town and it was nice and quietCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean modern and comfortablethe apartment is modern and cleanit has everything and is clean spacious and cozythe apartment was very nice and perfectly cleanapartment was very nice bright and clean and was perfect for usHost:
great host and wonderful communitythe host is very welcoming and helpfulthe hosts were very friendly and helpfulshe was very considerate friendly and accommodationsvery nice apartement and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for shops cafes/restaurants and close to railwaythe location is good close to the beach and shopsmagnificent pastry shop/cafe just around the cornerit was an easy walk to the apartment from the train station and easy check-in with sandragreat experience beautiful apartment with a great location
2. Cozy room by the beach (from USD 50)
This place is ideal for couples who are on a holiday together. Stay in a classic Portuguese villa and immerse yourself in a blend of a classic and contemporary atmosphere. The beach is only a two-minute walk away while other facilities such as the supermarket, bakery, and train station are also nearby. It’s quite a neat room where you can retire for the night or simply hang out on the balcony and watch the locals going about their business.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
183 meters (0.2 mi) from Casino EspinhoAccommodates: 3
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the room was nice and has a little balconywe had a really nice stay at vitors apartmentvitor's place is exactly as on the images a nice large room which was comfortable to stay inCleanliness:
everything was clean and goodeverything was clean and he helped where he couldthe flat is very clean and niceeverything in the house was clean and well organizedroom was as clean as it can be and well equipped definitely a recommendationHost:
vitor was a really great hostvitor is a superb hostvitor is a very lovely hostvitor is a very nice host with a very nice housevitor is a great and superfriendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location onyl 3 minutes walking distance to the beachgood place near the beachgreat place to stay centrally locatedso close to the beach and easy to walk anywhereperfect location near the beach and parking available
3. Charming beach house in Oporto (from USD 352)
Stay in a well furnished 150-year-old house complete with a beautiful garden outside. The beach is just around the corner, allowing you ease of access to it anytime you want. The house is located in Praia da Granja, a historic seaside village where you can ease into the local atmosphere. The house has five bedrooms, which allow up to nine guests at a time. Despite the house’s age, the place is fully modernized with WiFi and other essentials.
Portugal
3.62 km (2.3 mi) from Casino EspinhoAccommodates: 9
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really nice atmosphere everything was well organized for us and the garden was great to have breakfastCleanliness:
really nice place and old clean elegance and spacious house muy confortableHost:
maria was an amazing host making time to show us around her lovely homemaria and eduardo were great hostsmaria was a great host and did a perfect job to welcome usthe host was friendly and it was as advertisedmaria and her son were very helpful and very quick to respond t our requests such as arranging taxisRead more reviewsLocation:
it is close to the local railway station which offers good services to the center of portothe location is fantastic - near trains beach porto etcthe house is beautiful with so much character and so close to the beachthe location is very close to the beach and can easily be reached by public transportwe thought the value was great and we can have a house so close to porto
4. Apartment in the heart of Espinho (from USD 87)
This apartment is great if you’d like to stay in a place without crowds of tourists nearby. Located at the seaside, you’re less than a 30-minute train ride away from Porto’s historic center and just a stone’s throw away from the beach. There is a nice terrace where you can hang out and get some sunshine or simply have your morning coffee there. The bedroom here is equipped with a double bed.There are also two more beds – a sofa bed an single bed – in the common area. If you have pets, feel free to bring them along with you.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
852 meters (0.6 mi) from Casino EspinhoAccommodates: 5
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it has a great balcony where i had breakfast in the morningthe photos are a true depiction of the apartment and what a beautiful experience we hadCleanliness:
the apartment has everything you need + very clean modern light spaciousHost:
he was a very welcoming hostand ricardo is the best host we had while staying at airbnb apartmentsRead more reviewsLocation:
everything was super neat and perfectly placed
5. A nice little apartment
This apartment is situated near the city center and only 15 minutes away from the sea. The train station is also nearby, which allows you to walk there with ease. If you’re into gambling, the casino is close by. The area where you’ll stay at has a lot of facilities such as a supermarket, restaurants, and cafes. You can use the kitchen here, and the WiFi is good.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
771 meters (0.5 mi) from Casino EspinhoAccommodates: 6
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espinho is definitely a place to recommend and maria the host of choice merci beaucoupRead more reviewsLocation:
great location lots of room and all the facilities for a home cookingmaria delivered everything to make our stay unforgetable location is fantastic close to the beach and shops
6. A seaside and garden house - Oporto
This property is the perfect place if you’d like to have the beach and the sea right by your doorstep. Located in a village, Praia da Granja, you can experience the local fishing village atmosphere away from the city or simply take a stroll along a wooden path by the beach. You’re also a few minutes away from the local train station and other facilities such as the bakery, bars, and restaurants. If you want, you can even rent out bicycles and surfboards from your host for you to use during your time here. The WiFi here is great and you can use the kitchen to cook your meals for yourself or your family.
Praia da Granja , Porto, Portugal
4.81 km (3.0 mi) from Casino EspinhoTop guest reviews
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the only thing that would make things even more comfortable on the hot nights would be some fans/air conwe had lots of space and enjoyed the big table in the kitchen and the comfortable living roomthe house is great with lots of room and looks exactly like the picturesclean cosy with good wi-fi plenty of space and very close to the seathe kitchen fully and absolute well equippedCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable and homelyeverything is nice and cleanit is ample clean with all you needthe casa is recently remodeled with every modern convenience in a clean spacious buildingthe house is spacious very clean and the location is greatHost:
tomãs was a great hosttomas was a fantastic hostlovely and relaxing place and tomas is an attentive hostthe portugese people are very nice and sooo kindtomas was a great host tooRead more reviewsLocation:
the perfect location for a summer holidayit's perfectly close to the sea only 3 mins walkwe had a lovely time the location was greatthe house is a great location- especially for kids as it’s near the beach and a poolwe did love that we could easily walk to and from the train station for day trips
7. A little apartment near the sea - Espinho
This quaint apartment is located conveniently near the sea and only 25 minutes away to Porto via the train. There are three bedrooms in total. You can use the kitchen here to cook your meals. If you’re here with elderly family members, they can use the lift in this apartment. The WiFi here is fantastic. There are various other essentials ready for your use.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
328 meters (0.3 mi) from Casino EspinhoTop guest reviews
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amazing place very clean and spaciousbeautiful apartment clean and with good positioncomfortable clean and great locationthe apartment is very spacious comfortable and clean located near the beachhouse is really clean and comfortable in a perfect locationHost:
the owner is helpful and nicea perfect apartament great host and lovely townthe host was very welcoming and arranged to meet and greet us at the apartmentshe spoke excellent english and gave us some helpful local informationthe host was supper nice and since our stay was for 10 days offered a cleaning half wayRead more reviewsLocation:
great central locationreally lovely location for our stay in esphinoexcellent location close to the beach city centre and the local markets (a must visit)
8. Porta33 penthouse
Stay in the middle of the action at the historical center of Porto. Located just a short train ride away from the Espinho beach area, Porta33 Penthouse is the ideal place for you to soak in the culture and the atmosphere in this beautiful Portuguese city. Shops and restaurants are very easy to find here, leaving you spoilt for choice with all kinds of cuisines. There is one bedroom with both a double bed and a single bed and you can also lounge out in the open at the balcony. Pets are allowed in this place and their WiFi is great. The kitchen is available for you to use as well as other amenities.
Porto, Porto District, Portugal
15.38 km (9.6 mi) from Casino EspinhoTop guest reviews
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the penthouse is gorgeous with great views comfy beds and a balcony facing the beautiful sao bento stationclean and bright apartment with great views from the balconybeautiful apartment just as describedgreat apartment with fantastic location and beautiful views of the citygreat light filled apartment in excellent central locationCleanliness:
- it needs a deep cleanthe apartment was pretty clean however noticed left over long hair strewn throughoutthe apartment was clean and looks exactly like the photosi highly recommend her home - it’s clean and surrounded by restaurantsthe carpets could really use a steam clean and the shower needs a scrubHost:
mariana had great local tips and she was a great hostmariana and filomena were great hostslastly mariana was very communicative and provided us with some excellent restaurant recommendations in portomariana is a great host with a great place to stay in portothe hosts are amazing and even went out their way to help organise parking about 2 min awayRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location right across from sao bento stationgreat location just above sao bento train stationamazing location and ambiancegreat location and very central to all the main attractionsthe location of this apartment is amazing
9. A nice holiday apartment
The central location of this apartment makes it easy for you to walk to the beach. The train station is also nearby. You can ride the train to visit other parts of the city. There are two bedrooms here that are equipped with double beds each. There is also an extra single bed in one of the rooms. You can bring along your pet to this apartment. If you’re driving, you can park your car at the premises.
Espinho, Aveiro, Portugal
350 meters (0.3 mi) from Casino EspinhoTop guest reviews
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on a good note the wifi was fast and the tv had some optionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is spacious and in a good location however the smell when entering was overwhelmingly stuffy
10. A seaside and summer house
The accommodation is located within minutes from Aguda beach and Praia da Aguda, perfect for beach lovers and culture enthusiasts. If you’re here with a big family, the whole place can accommodate up to 10 people in five different bedrooms. You can have a meal outside in the huge backyard or simply hang out there and catch some sun. You’re also close to a local fish market. WiFi is available throughout the house, and you’re free to use the kitchen as well.
Arcozelo, Porto, Portugal
4.13 km (2.6 mi) from Casino EspinhoAccommodates: 10
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ideal for families and large parties with its roomy patio table tennis and bbqthere is a full kitchen tons of space and a great outdoor areaCleanliness:
it was all very cleanit is exactly as described very clean and in a very quiet and safe neighbourhoodthe house is really pretty and very well equipated and also very cleanthe house was beautiful clean and had everything you needed for a perfect stay at oportohouse: everything was perfectly cleanHost:
rita is a perfect host that answers all your questionsrita is an amazing hostthey were super helpful through the processrita was the perfect host and always available throughout our stayby far the best host for our airbnb experienceRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location between granja and aguda and walking distance from the beachclose to beach train station and shops and restaurants -really enjoyed our staystation is near from the house and we went twice in the center of porto really easilythe house is super close to the train station and it is an easy ride into portothere is a lovely boardwalk that you can walk or ride bikes along the beach
Surf it up in Espinho
With our top 10 list of Airbnb accommodations, you’ll be sure to have a great time in this beautiful Portugese city. So what are you waiting for? It’s time for you to book your accommodation and fly to this charming place.
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