Vincci is located next to Liberdade Square in Baixa neighborhood, we believe this four star hotel to be one of the best cost x benefit options in town. Its excellent location is suited to explore parts of the city on foot, as Chiado, Bairro Alto and Alfama can all be reached by foot in fifteen minutes. The reception is stylish and we loved the small… Read more »
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A recent Suite49 traveler who stayed at this “Casa” summarized the experience in a single word: fantastic. The building has been in the owner’s family for five generations, and the emotional investment by management and staff can be felt in the way guests are warmly welcomed. The guesthouse is part of the Confeitaria Nacional Group, which includes one of the most prestigious and old patisseries… Read more »
This upscale hotel has received very positive feedback from all the travelers we have recommend stay at Pousada de Lisboa. Even though we find the main lobby to be a little overcrowded with furniture and art objects, its ambiances are noble and classic. Located just steps away from one of the city’s main squares, as well as the Tagus’ promenade, the property is walking distance… Read more »
The super modern and cool decor at the hotel’s common areas set the tone for all other ambiances, with a dark reception, dim lighting, oversized red chairs, design furnishings and decorative objects. The Fontecruz is at an excellent location on Liberdade Avenue, the city’s main tree-lined boulevard, near attractive areas like Chiado, Bairro Alto and Principe Real. Excellent restaurants and cafes aa well as interesting… Read more »
Hotel Porto A.S. 1829 is a charming boutique hotel and very well located just blocks away from Ribeira and Palácio da Bolsa, on a tiny square by busy and charming Rua das Flores. Housed in a small building that is one of our preferred in town, with a façade covered in typical Portuguese tiles and historical references, the atmosphere is cozy in graceful ambiences that… Read more »
The Carris Hotel Porto was a bit of a pleasant surprise. The very reasonable prices attracted our curiosity and we had low expectations, but found it to be an excellent cost x benefit choice of stay in Porto. The location is perfect: in the heart of town, basically “on the corner” of Ribeira and at the same time walking distance to many of the city’s… Read more »
The centrally located Hotel Teatro (meaning “theater” in Portuguese) is indeed full of artful drama. Housed at the old theater Teatro Baquet, its large entrance door opens up to corridors, common areas and a reception decorated in dark velvet and golden colors, with theatrical costumes on display and phrases and images from plays depicted on walls, carpets and curtains. We found the small inner courtyard… Read more »
One of the classiest and most beautiful hotels in northern Portugal, the Hotel Palácio do Freixo, is considered a national monument. Once an aristocratic mansion, the stunning property is set within a baroque palace and the owners, the Pestana Group, have been able to preserve the original classic and opulent ambiences. A super relaxing swimming pool overlooking the Douro adds to the allure, as do… Read more »
The Hotel Pestana Vintage was perfectly located to enjoy Porto’s quintessential Ribeira and a short walk took us to many of the city’s attractions and neighborhoods. We particularly liked the hotel’s bar and outdoor terrace, by the river promenade, overlooking small colorful buildings and the city’s famous iron bridge. The property used to be a 4 star hotel and has been recently upgraded, giving the… Read more »
The Yeatman Hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia, on the other side of the Douro River, has one of the most amazing hotel views in Porto. Our stay at this hotel was one of our best experiences in the city and our high expectations were completely met, and possibly exceeded. The property is ample and upscale with jaw-dropping views, first class service and superb food.… Read more »
Location, location, location. If your chosen area is the Rive Droite than the Opéra Richepanse is one of the best hotel options in Paris. A five-minute walk in different directions will take you to Place de la Concorde, Madeleine Church, Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens, Place Vendôme, and fashionable Rue Saint Honoré, as well as to metro stations. This boutique and small hotel is… Read more »
A really nice hotel in Rive Droite, conveniently located a twelve-minute walk to either the Louvre Museum or the Marais neighborhood. It’s near theaters, the Folies Bergere cabarets and the Opera. The hotel is beautiful and its style is Art Nouveau with a contemporary twist, many of its features are actually original, like the mosaics on the ground floor, some of the sculptures and the… Read more »
Le Senat is located in Saint-Germain-des-Prés right across the street from Jardin Luxembourg, it is a perfect pick if you enjoy walking around (in this case wonderful) gardens or exercising in fresh air. The building is quite old yet has been recently renovated to become a very pleasant venue for a relaxed stay in town. The reception and lobby areas are nice with a modern… Read more »
The Hotel Madison is conveniently located in the heart of charming Saint-Germain-des-Près, on Saint Germain boulevard and just a few steps away from traditional cafes Deux Magots e De Flore, or from some of the new and best restaurants and cafes in town. Still not far from the Rive Droite and elegant 1st district, where you can visit the Louvre, Tuileries Gardens, Place Vendôme, all… Read more »
