A guesthouse on Rua Belomonte, in the historic centre and a few minutes from the Palácio da Bolsa. Guest House Belomont52 Porto mixes exposed stone walls and wood with contemporary furniture, and some rooms look onto the Douro. It is a good fit if you want to sleep near the river and do everything on foot.
Location and getting around
The Palácio da Bolsa and the Ribeira (Praça da Ribeira) are about a 5-minute walk away, as are the cathedral (the Sé) and the Clérigos Tower. About 10 minutes away you have São Bento, Livraria Lello and the Dom Luís I Bridge; across the river, the Vila Nova de Gaia port wine cellars are at a similar distance. According to the guesthouse, the Ferreira Borges market is about 100 metres away.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Some have a sitting area and others have views of the river or the city’s rooftops. The building keeps its exposed stone and wrought-iron details, including in the shared lounge. There is free wifi.
Who it suits
- Couples looking for a room with Douro views (ask for it when booking).
- Guests who want to walk across to Gaia to visit a cellar.
- Those interested in the architecture of the old town.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00 and you must tell them your arrival time. Check-out is until 11:00. It is not stated whether breakfast is served. You will find more places to stay in the guide to Porto.