What food and beverage services are available?

Features a small breakfast room and bar. Reception staff can arrange laundry service. There are vending machines for drinks and snacks.

Is there a 24-hour reception?

Yes, the hotel has a 24-hour reception that also organises additional services such as laundry.

What is the overall score of the hotel?

The hotel has a rating of 8.3/10 based on 3,200 reviews. The best-rated aspects are location (9.2/10) and staff friendliness (9.0/10).

Hotel ★★ Oporto, Porto

Hotel S. Gabriel

Name: Hotel S. Gabriel
Address: Rua da Alegria, 98, Oporto, 4000-033, PT
Rating: 8.3

8.3/10

Very good 3200 guest reviews

Suitable for Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

Central hotel in Porto with free parking, WiFi, and direct access to public transport. Highly rated for location and staff friendliness.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Strategic central location

Located 100 metres from Bolhão metro station and 5 minutes walk to Santa Catarina Street. Historic Centre, Luís I Bridge, and Clérigos Tower are between 1.1 and 1.2 km. São Bento Train Station is 500 metres away.

Free parking without prior reservation

Features private garage parking at no extra cost and no need to reserve in advance. Also has a space adapted for people with reduced mobility.

Basic services well covered

Free WiFi, 24-hour reception, air conditioning, heating, and lift. Includes daily cleaning service, luggage storage, and vending machines for drinks and snacks.

Guest-rated staff

Staff attentiveness is one of the best-rated aspects (9.0/10), with recurring mentions of friendly and available service.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Exceptional location: 8 out of 10 analysed comments highlight proximity to metro, shops, and tourist attractions.
Consistently rated staff attentiveness as friendly, available, and helpful.
Balanced price-to-quality ratio: 8.3/10 score, with positive mentions about the value offered.
Functional facilities: free parking, WiFi, and well-maintained basic services according to reviews.

Things to consider

Variable breakfast: some guests rate it positively, while others note limitations in variety or offering.
Facilities and services rated at 7.5/10: below other aspects of the hotel, suggesting some areas could need improvement or updating.
2-star hotel: expectations about space, luxury equipment, or premium services should be adjusted to the segment.

Who is this suitable for

Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

When it is an ideal choice

Travellers who prioritise central location and public transport access over luxury or large spaces.
Visitors seeking value for money in the historic centre without high-end services.
Tourists with their own car who value free parking without prior reservation.
Short business or cultural tourism stays with direct access to shops, restaurants, and monuments.

When to consider alternatives

Buscas amplitud de espacios, instalaciones modernas o servicios premium: este es un hotel de 2 estrellas con puntuación moderada en instalaciones (7.5/10).
El desayuno es prioritario en tu decisión: las opiniones son mixtas, con algunos huéspedes insatisfechos con la oferta.
Prefieres tranquilidad y alejamiento del centro urbano: la ubicación céntrica implica proximidad a ruido y movimiento de ciudad.

Location and nearby points

Located on Rua da Alegria, 98, in the heart of central Porto. Immediate access to public transport (Bolhão metro 100m) and main shopping area (Santa Catarina 5 min walk).

Proximity to tourist attractions: Historic Centre (1.1 km), Luís I Bridge (1.1 km), Clérigos Tower (1.2 km) and Maria Pía Bridge (2.3 km) accessible on foot or short transport.

Connection to long-distance transport: São Bento Train Station 500 metres, Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 15 km.

Gastronomic surroundings: Restaurant Cafe Dragao 50 metres. Beaches (Canide North and Salgueiros) 7 km for day trips.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Restaurante Cafe Dragao 50 m

Cerca Primitiva 900 m

Centro Histórico de Oporto 1,1 km

Puente de Luis I 1,1 km

Torre de los Clérigos 1,2 km

Playa Canide North 7 km

Playa Salgueiros 7 km

Puente María Pía 2,3 km

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking and is it free?

Yes, the hotel has private garage parking at no extra cost and no need to reserve in advance. There is also a space adapted for people with reduced mobility.

What is the distance to main attractions?

The Bolhão metro is 100 metres away. The commercial street Santa Catarina is 5 minutes walk. The Historic Centre, Luís I Bridge, and Clérigos Tower are between 1.1 and 1.2 km. São Bento Train Station is 500 metres away.

Does it include WiFi?

Yes, the hotel offers free WiFi throughout the property.