Porto

Travel Guide

Dom Luis I Bridge featuring night scenes, street scenes and a bridge
Porto Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views
Porto featuring a city and street scenes
Photo provided by Tourismo de Portugal
Photo provided by Tourismo de Portugal

Where to stay in Porto

Porto which includes a small town or village and a city

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(771 area reviews)

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Bolhao Market. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

Centro / Baixa
Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge

If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Praça da Batalha or Porto Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

Ribeira Square featuring a square or plaza, a monument and cafe lifestyle

Ribeira

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Ribeira Square or Porto Historic Center might round out your trip.

Ribeira
Porto which includes signage, outdoor art and a city

Santo Ildefonso

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Santo Ildefonso. You can visit top attractions like Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

Santo Ildefonso
Sandeman Cellars featuring interior views and heritage architecture

Santa Marinha

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Gaia Cable Car and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.

Santa Marinha
Porto which includes a small town or village and a city

Vitória

If you're spending time in Vitória, check out sights like Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Vitória
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels

4 out of 5
R. da Vigorosa 456 Porto Porto
The price is AED 253 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 253
AED 294 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
Excellent staff! Great amenities! Bartender Matteo was great!

Reviewed on 17 November 2025

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Eiffel 22 Porto
The price is AED 338 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
AED 338
AED 384 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
Staff, clean rooms, perfect location The only thing I suggest is to replace their towels they were clean but old

Reviewed on 28 November 2025

Eurostars Porto Douro
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina

4 out of 5
Praca Da Batalha 116 Porto
The price is AED 307 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
AED 307
AED 351 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Room was nice, not much view as we were on the side facing an apartment building. Staff was helpful and courteous

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spot Family Apartments

Spot Family Apartments

3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109 Porto Porto
Stay at this aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,196 reviews)
Friendly staff and clean room. Convenient location.

Reviewed on 29 November 2025

Spot Family Apartments
Porto River

Porto River

4 out of 5
Rua dos Canastreiros, 50 Porto
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (505 reviews)
Beautiful. Right in the middle of the action. A little loud on the street below. But expected for being where it is. Not an issue. We loved this property. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 8 October 2025

Porto River
Village Aparthotel by BOA

Village Aparthotel by BOA

4 out of 5
R. do Bonjardim 541 Porto Porto
Stay at this aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Beautiful room and property. We were in last unit closest to trains so it was noisy when windows opened but we got used to it. Great location. Housekeeping was wonderful when we had requests. The breakfast was great, loved the cooked to order choices. Had a great dinner at the restaurant directly ...

Reviewed on 20 October 2025

Village Aparthotel by BOA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Porto

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
658
5 - Excellent 74%
4 - Good
206
4 - Good 23%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It's such a beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Porto was a wonderful city. I wish we would have stayed a bit longer. Due to the Corona craziness we came back to the states early. Porto has great sangria and delicious food. There are many wineries and tons of history. I will be back one day.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was good but not great. Go to Lisbon to see all the beauty

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There were so many wine cellars to visit but our favorite was Graham's. The tour is excellent and the view of the city is breathtaking.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice town with friendly atmosphere

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city, lots to see. Must come back to just relax and enjoy the atmosphere.