Hotel ★★★★ Oporto, Porto

Hotel Cristal Porto

9.0/10
Excellent 1490 guest reviews
Suitable for Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

4* hotel in central Porto. Highly rated staff (9.4/10), excellent cleanliness (9.3/10) and good value for money (8.8/10). Paid parking.

The essentials, no fluff:

Rating and review volume

With 1,490 accumulated reviews and a score of 9.0/10, the hotel has significant guest support. Staff especially stands out (9.4/10), followed by cleanliness and comfort (both 9.3/10).

Value for money

The rating in this aspect is 8.8/10, suggesting that guests consider the price justified by what is offered, although it is not the best-rated aspect of the hotel.

Location: transport access and distances

It is a 5-minute walk from Faria Guimarães Metro Station and 2 km from São Bento Train Station. The international airport is 14 km away. Location rating is 8.2/10, reflecting a central position but with considerations some guests mention.

Parking: availability and cost

Private garage parking is available at 10 euros per day, with no possibility of advance booking. Also features charging station for electric vehicles and adapted space for reduced mobility.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

  • Staff is the best-rated aspect (9.4/10), with multiple positive mentions about the service and treatment received.
  • Excellent cleanliness (9.3/10), confirmed by recurring comments on the state of rooms and common areas.
  • Well-rated breakfast, with positive mentions about the variety and quality offered.
  • Central location recognized by some guests as advantageous for exploring the city.

Things to consider

  • The location, although central, generates divided opinions: some value it positively, but others mention inconveniences related to the area.
  • Some guests note a lack of tranquility, possibly related to the urban environment or noise of the area.
  • Parking cannot be reserved in advance and has an additional cost of 10 euros per day.

Who is this suitable for

Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

When it is an ideal choice

  • Travellers who value personalized service and cleanliness, with medium-to-high budget availability for a central area.
  • Those who prefer an urban location with easy access to public transport and tourist attractions.
  • Business travellers who need meeting rooms, a business centre and 24-hour front desk.
  • Groups or events, thanks to the two multi-purpose rooms available.

When to consider alternatives

  • Buscas un alojamiento con parking incluido o reservable con anticipación, ya que aquí es de pago (10 euros/día) y sin reserva previa.
  • Prefieres una zona más tranquila y alejada del bullicio urbano, dado que algunos huéspedes mencionan falta de tranquilidad.
  • Necesitas presupuesto muy ajustado, aunque la relación calidad-precio es buena (8.8/10), se trata de un hotel de 4 estrellas en zona céntrica.

Location and nearby points

Located in central Porto, next to Lapa Church and 900 meters from the Avenida dos Aliados, the main commercial and cultural axis of the city.

Quick access to public transport: Faria Guimarães Metro Station a 5-minute walk and São Bento Train Station 2 km away.

Nearby restaurants: Comfort Cakes 40 meters and Churrasqueira Oporto 50 meters.

Nearby points of interest: Jardim do Marquês 650 meters, Plaza de la Ribeira and Fernandina Wall 2.5 km, Boavista Roundabout 2 km, FC Porto Museum 3.1 km and Lavadores Beach 7 km.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Museo del FC Porto 3,1 km
Jardim do Marquês 650 m
Restaurante Comfort Cakes 40 m
Restaurante Churrasqueira Oporto 50 m
Rotonda Boavista 2 km
Playa de Lavadores 7 km
Plaza de la Ribeira 2,5 km
Muralla Fernandina 2,5 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel’s rating and how many reviews does it have?

The Hotel Cristal Porto has a score of 9.0/10 based on 1,490 guest reviews.

How far is the airport?

The Oporto international airport is 14 km from the hotel.

Is there a metro station nearby?

Yes, the Faria Guimarães Metro Station is a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

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