The Hotel Vincci Porto occupies the building of the former Bolsa do Pescado, on Alameda Basílio Teles, facing the Douro. It is a 4-star hotel with a restaurant serving Portuguese and international food, and a terrace. It is a good fit if you travel as a couple or for work and want a full-service hotel by the river.
Location and getting around
It is on the north bank, with the Porto postcode 4150. According to the hotel, the gardens of the Palácio de Cristal are about five minutes on foot.
- The Ribeira, 1.7 km.
- São Bento station and Avenida dos Aliados, 1.8 km.
- The Gaia cellars, 1.9 km, across the river.
- Campanhã station, 3.9 km; the airport, 11.3 km.
For the historic centre take a bus or a taxi; you can also walk along the river, but allow a little over 25 minutes.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, a desk, a safe with space for a laptop and a bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. There is free wifi and the reception is open 24 hours.
The restaurant serves Portuguese and international dishes. The terrace, with views of the Arrábida Bridge, is open from April to October, according to the hotel. Breakfast is buffet or continental, with gluten-free options.
Who it suits
- Business travellers who need a desk and wifi in the room.
- Those interested in sleeping in a renovated historic building.
- Guests who want to dine in the hotel without going out again.
- Visitors between April and October who want to enjoy the terrace.
You will find more options in the category of 4-star hotels.
Good to know
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out ends at 12:00. Bring photo ID and a credit card for arrival.