Hotel ★★★★ Oporto, Porto

Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel

9.3/10
Excellent 2013 guest reviews
Suitable for Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

Refurbished historic hotel in central Porto. Excellent location steps from Ribeira and main monuments. Score 9.3/10 from 2013 reviews.

The essentials, no fluff:

Location in the historic center

The hotel is located at Largo de São Domingos 50, 300 metres from Ribeira (riverside area with restaurants overlooking the river), 400 metres from Porto Cathedral and 550 metres from Don Luis I Bridge. São Bento Metro Station is 450 metres away.

Rating and review volume

Overall score of 9.3/10 based on 2013 verified reviews. Especially noted for location (9.8/10), staff friendliness (9.5/10), cleanliness (9.4/10) and comfort (9.4/10).

Spacious rooms with views

All rooms include private bathroom, air conditioning, and flat-screen TV. Some have a classic bathtub and panoramic views of Porto. Equipped with quality bedding, wardrobe, and plug near the bed.

Food and beverage services

The hotel features a restaurant (Galeria do Largo), bar, snack-bar, café and minibar. The restaurant offers traditional Portuguese dishes with a contemporary twist. Special diet menus available on request and children’s buffet.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

  • Exceptional location in the historic centre, steps from Ribeira, main monuments and public transport.
  • Attentive and helpful staff, with a score of 9.5/10 in friendliness.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms with good value for money (8.8/10).
  • Breakfast valued positively by guests.

Things to consider

  • Some guests have noted specific aspects about breakfast and the comfort of certain rooms which may vary depending on the room category.
  • Value for money score of 8.8/10, slightly below other categories, suggests that the price may be considered high by some travellers.
  • Location in historic centre implies urban area with typical city traffic and noise; although rooms are soundproofed.

Who is this suitable for

Short city break, convenient transit and walking sightseeing

When it is an ideal choice

  • Travellers seeking central location in Porto with immediate access to historical monuments and Ribeira.
  • Couples and travellers who value personalised staff service and cleanliness of facilities.
  • Guests who prefer spacious rooms with views and on-site restaurant services.
  • Travellers who need connectivity (free WiFi with score 9.0/10) and 24-hour front desk services.

When to consider alternatives

  • Buscas alojamiento en zona más tranquila o alejada del centro urbano, ya que la ubicación es céntrica con tráfico típico de ciudad.
  • Tu prioridad es minimizar costes, considerando que la relación calidad-precio es de 8.8/10 (por debajo de otras categorías del hotel).
  • Necesitas servicios específicos como piscina o spa, que no figuran entre las amenidades declaradas.

Location and nearby points

Located at Largo de São Domingos 50, in the heart of the historic centre of Porto, a 7-minute walk from Clérigos Tower and São Bento train station.

Ribeira (riverside area with restaurants and river views) is 300 metres away. Porto Cathedral is 400 metres. Don Luis I Bridge is 550 metres.

São Bento Metro Station is 450 metres. Cordoaria Garden is 500 metres. Crystal Palace Gardens are 1.7 km away.

Casa da Música is 2.9 km. FC Porto Museum is 4 km. Lavadores Beach is 6 km.

Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 15 km (airport shuttle available at an additional cost).

Nearby points of interest and transport

Metro Estación de metro São Bento 450 m
Fuente de la Rua Escura 350 m
Museo del FC Porto 4 km
Jardín de la Cordoaria 500 m
Jardines del Palacio de Cristal 1,7 km
Playa de Lavadores 6 km
Casa de la Música 2,9 km
Aeropuerto Francisco Sá Carneiro 15 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel's rating and what is it based on?

The hotel has a score of 9.3/10 based on 2013 verified reviews. Especially noted for location (9.8/10), staff friendliness (9.5/10), cleanliness (9.4/10) and comfort (9.4/10).

What do the rooms include?

All rooms include private bathroom, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, bedding, wardrobe, plug near the bed and views. Some have a classic bathtub and panoramic views of Porto.

Is there free WiFi?

Yes, there is free WiFi throughout the property with score 9.0/10 in guest reviews.

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