Vera Cruz Porto Downtown Hotel

Set in a historical building with a tiled façade, Porto Rico is centrally located in Porto, just 100 metres from Aliados Metro Station. It features a 24-hour reception and rooms with a private balcony. The air-conditioned rooms at the Residencial Porto Rico combine classic décor with modern facilities. All rooms have a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Breakfast is served on the terrace during the warmer months and the bar provides a selection of Porto wines. Many cafes and restaurants are situated along Avenida dos Aliados and around the nearby Town Hall. Free Wi-Fi is available in Residencial Porto Rico’s public areas. The guest house also offers laundry facilities and room service. The Oporto Cathedral is less than a 10-minute walk away and the iconic Casa da Musica is 4 metro stops from the Porto Rico.

Situated opposite the Aliados Metro Station and next to Porto City Hall, Hotel Paulista features free Wi-Fi and rooms with satellite TV. The hotel’s breakfast room has an adjoining bar. All rooms at Paulista are equipped with a telephone and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Some rooms also have air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet daily. For lunch and dinner, the 24-hour reception staff can recommend surrounding restaurants and cafés. They can also take care of your laundry. A direct connection to Porto Airport is provided by the Trindade Metro Station, a 5-minute walk away from the hotel. Oporto Cathedral and the Torre dos Clérigos are less than a 10-minute walk away.

Offering Porto views from the private balconies, Chique Hotel is located within a century-old building in the iconic Avenida dos Aliados. It is 10 metres from Aliados Metro Station and is at a 7-minute walk from Clérigos Church. Rooms at Hotel Chique come with satellite TV and free WiFi access. The private bathroom includes a bath. All rooms have city views and a balcony. A breakfast buffet is served daily and there is a bar available for drinks on site. At a short walk, guests can find a wide range of restaurants serving traditional Portuguese cuisine and Porto specialities. Rental car services are available at the 24-hour reception. Guests are welcome to use the laundry service. The nearby metro station offers links to Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport, 15 km away. The iconic Ribeira area is a 15-minute walk away, featuring many Douro riverfront bars and eateries.

Facing Carlos Alberto Square, this hotel occupies a prime location in the historic centre of Porto. Only 450 metres from Sao Bento Train Station, it offers a bar and a terrace. Large windows ensure an airy feel in all S.Marino’s rooms. Each is equipped with a private bathroom and a work desk. Some feature views of the square. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Continental breakfast includes freshly baked bread rolls. Guests at Hotel S.Marino can enjoy a drink at the hotel’s bar or out in the small garden. There is also a common living room with a TV. Tours and rental cars can be arranged with the help of S.Marino’s staff, available 24 hours a day. The hotel is located 1 km from the Ribeira and the famous port cellars.

Near Porto Cathedral

Combining a central location in Porto with an historical building, a patio and modern rooms, the Decating Porto House is 2 minutes’ walking from Bolhão Metro Station. Wine tours, city tours and wine tastings, all tailored to each guest, can be organized, upon request. This wine-themed hotel has 4 floors features air-conditioned rooms with a clean décor, wooden floors, a flat-screen cable TV and an armchair. Each headboard has wooden boards recycled from wine crates. The private bathroom comes with a shower and a hairdryer on request. Free WiFi is available. The unit has a traditional staircase with a skylight. A continental breakfast is available every morning and can be served indoors or on the decked area facing the patio, weather permitting. Breakfast includes a variety of homemade products, made with local ingredients. The central location of the Decating Porto House allows guests to easily explore Porto cuisine in any of the surrounding options. Santa Catarina shopping street is a few steps away, and the iconic Torre dos Clérigos is 15 minutes’ walking. The historical Majestic Café is 500 metres from the Porto House. Porto International Airport is within a 50-minute metro ride from Trindade Metro Station, located less than 10 minutes’ walking. Decanting Porto House also provides an airport shuttle service upon request and at a surcharge.