With our partner easyJet Holidays, these are the best boutique hotels and urban retreats to stay at in Porto
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A great view to wake up to after a night on the tiles...
Best for… wine lovers
You don’t need to put on a show at this modern hotel in downtown Porto, which has taken over the building that used to be home to the city’s first ballet and theatre school. Beautifully refurbished in a classy, modern style that’s still in keeping with its retro heritage, it’s an amazing place to discover the region’s most famous export, port, whether that’s by sampling the signature cocktails at the bar or strolling the nearby streets that run parallel to the river in search of the perfect wine bar. One of the famous house burgers makes an ideal pairing.
Rua do Infante Dom Henrique
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A Portuguese playground for the rich and famous
Best for… feeling like royalty
Boudoir chic with red satins and burgundy curtains, this smart hotel is one of the city’s most glamorous – and oldest – places to stay. It’s a celeb favourite that’s rightly proud of its fancy lineage, and its chandelier-lit rooms are named after its most notable guests, including the Duke of Windsor and a former Emperor of Brazil. From its palatial rooms to its quietly luxe bars and restaurants, it’s easy to see why it has won the royal seal of approval.
Rua de Santa Catarina
Book with easyJet HolidaysThe Artist Porto Hotel and Bistro
The art of having a perfect holiday
Best for… art lovers
Bursting with art, architecture and sculpture, this stunning hotel based inside the old home of the renowned Soares dos Reis Artistic School is part gallery, part boutique. It’s small, exclusive and with a bespoke feel, and the art doesn’t stop in its rooms and lobbies. The restaurant showcases the creative skills of local cooking students, with a seven-course tasting menu easily as beautiful as the paintings that dot its walls. Located in the heart of the historic district, it’s perfectly placed for shopping and sightseeing.
Rua da Firmeza
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A monumental place for a morning coffee
Best for… making history
All baroque flourishes and huge, ornate gardens, this listed national monument is so much more than a hotel. On the banks of the River Douro, it’s a stunning blend of boutique, antique extravagance and smart, modern luxury. Rooms are elegant and sumptuous, the spa is plush and indulgent, and the restaurant specialises in the very best of local ingredients. The riverside swimming pool is a glorious place to relax and watch Porto drift by.
Estrada Nacional
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Enjoy the best seats in the house at this theatre-themed hotel
Best for… showing off
Hoping for a holiday with a bit of drama? Look no further than this grand old hotel, built on the site of the famously bohemian Baquet Theatre in Porto’s historic centre. Dramatic lighting, statement features, works of art and plenty of billowing curtains make this hotel one-of-a-kind. Its fabulous restaurants put on just as grand a performance: the fine-dining restaurant, which dresses up Portuguese home cooking, is particularly special. The stage is set for a dream getaway.
Rua de Sa da Bandeira
Book with easyJet holidaysLegendary Porto Hotel
Get down to business
Best for… mixing work and pleasure
Location is everything at this swish, modern hotel, close to Porto’s most famous tourist spots, excellent shopping, bars and restaurants. Spacious, serene rooms and fancy flourishes – a gym, bar and excellent breakfast – are all on hand to restore you after a day exploring the city’s historic streets, churches and galleries. If you’re a digital nomad or planning to squeeze in some work, the top-of-the-range office and conference facilities will keep you connected.
Praça da Batalha
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Vintage port and modern art meet at this central hotel
Best for… plunging into Porto
One of the best locations in Porto, this cool, modern hotel sits right in the city centre, surrounded by timeless beauty and acres of art and architecture. Comfortable and unfussy, its rooms, bar and lobbies offer that quintessentially Porto mix of bohemian extravagance and modern edge. From trips out to local wineries to a romantic boat ride down the Douro, make the most of its central location by sampling the amazing range of experiences and activities on offer by chatting to the concierge.
Rua de Sampaio Bruno
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