What is the distance to the airport?

Porto-Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 16 km away. The hotel offers a paid shuttle service to and from the airport.

What languages does the staff speak?

The staff speaks Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Portuguese.

Are there family rooms?

Yes, the hotel has family rooms. It also offers a children's menu and access to activities like walking tours and a games room.

How close is it to the centre of Porto?

The hotel is just 600 metres from the city centre and 5 minutes walk from the Porto Coliseum. São Bento Train Station is 11 minutes away on foot.

Is smoking allowed in the hotel?

No, smoking is prohibited throughout the accommodation. The hotel offers smoke-free rooms.

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Hotel Cristo Rei

Name: Hotel Cristo Rei
Address: Rua Doutor Alves da Veiga 21, Oporto, 4000-073, PT
Rating: 7.8

7.8/10

Good 272 guest reviews

Suitable for Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

Central Porto hotel with city views, free WiFi, and bar. 5 min walk from the Coliseum and 11 min from São Bento Train Station.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Strategic central location

Located 600 metres from the city centre and a 5-minute walk from the Porto Coliseum. São Bento Train Station is 11 minutes away on foot, and Ribeira Square is 19 minutes. Points of interest such as Bolsa Palace, Ferreira Borges Market, and Clérigos Tower are nearby.

Basic amenities included

All rooms feature free WiFi, private bathroom with hairdryer, flat-screen TV, wardrobe, and city views. The hotel offers a bar, common lounge, and room service.

No elevator access: stairs mandatory

According to guest reviews, the lack of an elevator is a significant limitation. This especially affects people with reduced mobility, travelers with bulky luggage, or those who have difficulty climbing stairs.

Variable cleanliness according to reviews

Although the hotel claims to meet cleanliness standards, some guests have noted inconsistencies in this aspect. The cleanliness score is 7.1 out of 10, indicating room for improvement.

Who is this suitable for

Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

When it is an ideal choice

Budget-conscious travelers seeking central location without compromising access to transport and attractions.
Visitors who value proximity to historical monuments and urban life over luxury amenities.
Guests who appreciate personal service and staff attention as a key factor of their stay.
Families with children, thanks to family rooms, children's menu, and access to activities like walking tours and a games room.

When to consider alternatives

Tienes movilidad reducida o viajas con equipaje voluminoso, ya que no hay ascensor y las escaleras son obligatorias.
La limpieza es tu prioridad máxima, dado que algunos huéspedes han reportado inconsistencias en este aspecto.
Buscas comodidad y servicios premium, ya que este es un hotel de 1 estrella con puntuación de confort de 7.1 sobre 10.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Excellent location in the historic centre, with easy access to monuments and public transport.
Attending and helpful staff, highlighted as one of the hotel's greatest strengths.
City views and general comfort of the rooms valued positively.
Functional and reliable free WiFi, scoring 8.7 out of 10.

Things to consider

Lack of elevator: stairs are mandatory to access rooms, which can be problematic for people with limited mobility or heavy luggage.
Inconsistent cleanliness according to some guest reports, scoring 7.1 out of 10.
Moderate comfort: score of 7.1 out of 10, suggesting rooms are functional but not luxurious.
Facilities and services scoring 7.0 out of 10, indicating there are aspects that could be improved.

Location and nearby points

Located in União de Freguesias do Centro district, in the heart of Porto. 600 metres from the city centre and 5 minutes walk from the Coliseum.

São Bento Train Station 11 minutes on foot; Ribeira Square 19 minutes. Sao Bento Metro 1 km.

Proximity to points of interest: Bolsa Palace, Ferreira Borges Market, and Clérigos Tower are close to the accommodation.

Salgueiros Beach 7 km; Casa da Música 3.2 km. Evocative Monument of the 150 Years of Prado do Repouso 950 metres.

Porto-Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 16 km away, with paid transfer service available.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Monumento Evocativo dos 150 Anos do Prado do Repouso 950 m

Casa-Museo Guerra Junqueiro 1,2 km

Tren Santa Catarina 550 m

Capilla de Nuestra Señora de la Silva 1,2 km

Fuente de la Rua Escura 1,3 km

Mercado Ferreira Borges 1,6 km

Playa Salgueiros 7 km

Casa de la Música 3,2 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall score of the hotel?

The Cristo Rei Hotel has a score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 272 guest reviews. Staff is the best-rated aspect (8.9/10), followed by location (8.8/10) and WiFi (8.7/10).

Is there free WiFi?

Yes, all rooms have free WiFi, with a satisfaction score of 8.7 out of 10.

Does it have an elevator?

No. The hotel does not have an elevator, so stairs are necessary to access the rooms. This is a significant limitation for people with reduced mobility.