Guest House Lira B&B Porto is a renovated guesthouse on Rua Vale Formoso, north of the centre. It has 24-hour reception, continental breakfast and rooms with a private bathroom and heating. It suits anyone who wants someone at reception at any hour and does not mind using the Metro.
Location and getting around
According to the guesthouse, Pólo Universitário Metro station is about 10 minutes’ walk away. On foot, Avenida dos Aliados, the Bolhão market and the Casa da Música are about 30 minutes away, and Livraria Lello, the Clérigos Tower and São Bento about 35. The cathedral (the Sé) is 2.6 km away and the Ribeira (Praça da Ribeira) 2.8 km: for those routes, Metro or taxi. Matosinhos beach is about 7 km away, also according to the guesthouse.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have wooden floors, heating, cable TV and a private bathroom. Continental breakfast is served in a dining room. Wifi is free and reception is open day and night.
Who it suits
- Guests travelling in winter who care about heating.
- Those arriving at night who want an open reception.
- Visitors going to the university area or wanting to get to Matosinhos beach.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00. The historic centre is not a short walk away, so count on using public transport. More places to stay in the guide to Porto.