Guesthouse B The Guest Downtown has 10 rooms on Rua Formosa, opposite the Bolhão market. It serves a buffet breakfast, which you can also order in your room, and has a bar and café. It is a good fit if you want to sleep in the heart of the centre in a well-equipped room.
Location and getting around
The Bolhão market is practically opposite. Avenida dos Aliados and São Bento station are about a 5-minute walk away, and the Clérigos Tower, Livraria Lello and the cathedral about 10.
It is about 15 minutes on foot to Praça da Ribeira. According to the property, Bolhão metro station is a few steps away and there are restaurants about 100 metres off. Campanhã is about half an hour on foot.
Rooms and facilities
According to the property, rooms have air conditioning and free wifi. They include a TV with cable channels, a seating area, a desk, a minibar and a safe. The bathroom is private, with a shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Views are of the street or the rooftops.
Breakfast is a buffet and you can have it in the dining room or in your room. The bar-café is handy for a coffee or a drink when you get back.
Who it suits
- Guests who want the Bolhão and Aliados at the door.
- Those who like an unhurried breakfast in their room.
- Anyone looking for a small place of just 10 rooms.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00; bring photo ID and a credit card.
- Check-out is until 12:00.
If you want to compare with other places in the area, see the guesthouses in the guide.