Torel 1884 Suites and Apartments

With just 12 rooms and suites in the palace plus a further 11 apartments in a separate building, a stay at the luxurious Torel 1884 boutique hotel in Porto’s historic centre is a must. Experience a 19th-century Portuguese palace combined with 21st century luxury. The interior is a sultry design-conscious blend of traditional elegance and contemporary styling. The themed décor reflects the countries Portugal’s most intrepid explorers visited and the goods they brought back. A stunning original central atrium staircase from the lobby, naturally lit by an original ornate glass skylight above, provides access to spacious high ceiling rooms. Bigger rooms have TVs in bathrooms, huge rain showers and deep soaking tubs. From the top floor lounge, complete with an honesty bar, look down and take in the original patterned tiled floor. Breakfast is served in a beautiful wine and tapas bar. The hotel is centrally located minutes from the São Bento train and metro station, and five minutes from the Ribeira riverside famous for its port wine cellars.

 

Written by Ellie Seymour

• Restaurant
• Bartolomeu Bistro & Wine serves typical Portuguese dishes with a French twist
• Wifi
• Family Suites
• Bar
• Airport transfer

• No pets
• Library
• Concierge
• Room service
• Child friendly

• Other Activities
• Stroll down to local sights such as the Clérigos Tower and the Dom Luis Bridge
• Designer Shopping
• The pedestrian shopping street of Rua das Flores is just moments away

• Sights nearby
• Within walking distance of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ribeira

Why do people love staying in your hotel? Our unique concept and our special connection with our guests. The transformation of a historic palace with a lot of character into an elegant, yet comfortable “temporary home”. The location in the very heart of Porto. The sophisticated design.

What is there to do in the area? Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments is located in one of the main streets in the heart of Porto with historic buildings, restaurants, shops and much ore at the doorstep. The UNESCO world heritage area of Ribeira is only a few steps away.

What kind of breakfast do you offer? We offer an exclusive and personalized service: Each guest can choose his/her preferred options, and we serve the breakfast at the table.

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Yes, our Bartolomeu Bistro & Bar offers lunch and dinner in an exotic ambience. Our menu is a tribute to the great Portuguese explorers who walked the lands and seas far away. Bartolomeu is a chic and relaxed place to enjoy a good wine, good food and good conversations.

Which are your most popular room types, and why? The Suite Duplex is the most requested category. Suite Duplex Chá for example pays tribute to the tea pickers in plantations such as Vietnam or Sri Lanka. In this Suite Duplex, tea is represented through the light green tones, color of the tea leaf. The wallpaper chosen for the bathroom is made of real banana leaves and the door handles are made of linen. It also has a free standing bathtub.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ? We are happy to welcome children, and for them to enjoy a comfortable stay, based on availability, we have extra beds, cribs, and baby bathtubs.

What message would you like to give The Hotel Guru readers? Embark on a journey of discovery in our intimate, elegant and exotic palace in the heart of Porto. A stay in the Torel Boutiques collection is to experience exceptional excellence throughout your stay through truly individual care and attention to each guest. We aim to create special moments for you to remember forever.