9 Best Luxury Hotels in Porto

Picturesque Porto is a very accessible city with its compact size making it a good option for a quick city break. Beautiful alleyways wind through the historic quarter opening onto the banks of the Rio Douro. With a thriving food scene and of course, the city's world-renowned Port to sample — there is plenty to be enjoyed here. The hotel scene is equally as impressive with several of the best properties set in carefully converted historic buildings. For those who want to really splash out, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best luxury hotels in Porto. Whether you are in search of a stylish design hotel, a chic boutique, a heritage stay or a hotel with Michelin-starred dining — there is something to suit most tastes here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?

For the design

• Vila Foz is set in a heritage Porto property with stylish rooms and suites that feature contemporary design with a modernist twist. Complete with a popular seafood restaurant and a sleek spa — this is a stylish Porto base.
• Armazém Luxury Housing started out as a warehouse in downtown Porto, close to the river and Sé do Porto, Porto’s cathedral, but what was a warehouse in the 19th century, is now a collection of 13 self-contained apartments. The decor is simple, making the most of the building’s original exposed stone walls, wood and beamed ceilings, and huge windows. Definitely warehouse chic, and ideal for families and groups.

For foodies

• Located on the other side of the river mouth from Porto’s historic centre, The Yeatman is able to offer views of Porto. And it certainly looks pretty from here. The Yeatman is one of Porto’s grand dames, with 82 spacious, luxurious rooms and suites, a two Michelin starred restaurant, an impressive Vinothérapie spa with Roman tepidarium and hamman, spacious grounds, and one of Porto’s most beautiful infinity pools.

For traditional grandeur

• Le Monumental Palace is deserving of its grand name, a wonderful Art Deco era building with a grand Gothic facade to match its neighbours on Avenida dos Aliados, Porto’s magnificent main avenue. This is a relatively freshly refurbished hotel, though, with 76 newly designed and decorated rooms and suites, a state-of-the-art Nuxe spa with a heated pool, and two excellent restaurants. The first is the stylish Monumental Cafe, a grand affair when it opened in the 30s, and now returned to its grandeur, and a gastronomic option, Le Monument. Our Gurus love the American Bar too.
• Palacio Freixo offers palatial splendour on the banks of the Douro. A sumptuous 18th-century construction with parquet floors, frescoes and ceiling panels, and a Hall of Mirrors. Contemporary rooms are minimalist in design and most offer fab views. A luxury choice with a spa, infinity pool, and several dining options.
• The Hotel Infante Sagres is another of Porto’s grand dame hotels, an historic and very charming choice - actually Porto’s very first five star hotel, located just off the magical Avenida dos Aliados. The Infante Sagres’ original features include colourful tiles, parquet floors, stained glass and wrought iron, beamed ceilings and chandeliers. The 85 rooms and suites are elegant, decorated with original antiques and contemporary art, the spa is Asian inspired, and the restaurant is gorgeous. As is the pool.
• Torel Palace, Porto is a 24 room hotel housed in the beautiful 19th century Palacete Campos Navarro. Ornate interiors blend maximalist design with contemporary art, all paying homage to the greats of Portuguese literature. An emerald-green lap pool is a welcome addition.

For a boutique

• M Maison Particuliere is a 16th-century Portuguese townhouse turned 5-star boutique hotel. The hotel's ten suites are luxuriously designed, some with Picasso hangings, some with private patios. All come with a private butler. This is intimate luxury defined.

For the views

• Torel Avantgarde is a chic hillside hotel with great views over Porto, featuring stylish yet homely interiors. Rooms are either bold and colourful or muted and sophisticated, while the indulgent spa and pool are a real highlight. Pick this for a tranquil base, within easy reach of all the action.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Porto.
• Look at our collection of the best family hotels in Porto or the best five star hotels in Porto.
• Expand your search to include all our recommendations in Lisbon.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • Vila Foz Porto (Nevogilde) 68 rooms from $328

    
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    Romantic Break  -  Couples love the romantic rooms at this luxury hotel; book a suite for added indulgence on your couples' getaway

    City Style  -  Situated in a heritage building with modernist interiors, this hotel has lots of contemporary Porto style

    Local exploring  -  With a coveted seafront location in the city, this hotel is a great starting point for local exploring

    Restaurant  -  Elegant Vila Foz restaurant specialises in seafood while the Flor de Lis Restaurant serves more traditional Portuguese dishes

    

    Recommended by  -  Design Hotels, Tablet

    This luxury hotel and spa is located in a heritage Porto property. Rooms and suites feature contemporary design with a modernist twist; book a suite for sea views and separate living space. Dine at the seafood restaurant before visiting the sleek onsite spa. See More

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  • The Yeatman Porto (Vila Nova de Gaia) 82 rooms from $286

    
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    Spa breaks  -  The superb Vinothérapie Spa boasts a tepidarium, Roman bath, sauna and hammam plus a range of Caudalie Vinothérapie treatments

    Foodies  -  The Yeatman Gastronomic Restaurant is a two-star Michelin restaurant serving contemporary Porto dishes

    Romantic Break  -  Totally lavish suites with epic views of Porto and the best boasting an in-room copper tub

    Families  -  Spacious grounds, kids club and a wide range of accommodations to suit all family groups

    

    Recommended by  -  I Escape, Kiwi Collection, Relais & Chateaux

    Porto’s grand dame of a hotel offers Michelin star dining, a spa and 82 luxurious bedrooms, many overlooking the Douro. It sits high up above the port houses, overlooking its decanter-shaped infinity pool and the River Douro beyond. Designer in style whilst keeping comfort and character in tact. See More

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  • Le Monumental Palace Porto (União de Freguesias do Centro) 76 rooms from $245

    
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    Honeymoons  -  Enjoy five-star luxury on your honeymoon staying at this hotel and spa; enquire about honeymoon packages

    Spa breaks  -  With a sauna, hammam and pool, the spa in this hotel covers all bases for guaranteed total relaxation

    City Style  -  This hotel is an excellent, central location, perfect for exploring Porto's sights and sounds

    Restaurant  -  The gourmet restaurant Le Monument mixes French and Portuguese flavours while Yakuza is a Japanese restaurant

    

    On the Avenida dos Aliados, Porto’s magnificent main avenue, the Art Deco Monumental Palace recently opened, housing 76 rooms, a spa, a gastronomic restaurant and a Parisian style brasserie. A stylish and relaxed city hotel. See More

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  • Armazém Luxury Housing Porto (União de Freguesias do Centro) 13 rooms from $222

    
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    Romantic Break  -  This design hotel makes for a unique romantic getaway; book a room with a four-poster bed for added luxury

    Groups  -  The self-catering apartments are perfect for groups and offer ample living space

    Sights nearby  -  Take a tour of the local churches in this historic part of Porto; enquire with the hotel to arrange your trip

    Great walks  -  Take a walk along the Douro River; ask the hotel for a delicious prepared picnic basket

    

    This luxury accommodation occupies a converted 19th-century warehouse in downtown Porto. The bold interior design nods to the building's history with exposed stone walls and iron and wood accents. Self-contained apartments offer a stylish living space, great for groups. A unique, avant-garde hotel. See More

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  • Hotel Infante Sagres Porto 85 rooms from $202

    
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    City Style  -  Located in the UNESCO heritage site of Porto, the interiors mix neo-baroque, antiques and contemporary style to great effect

    5* Luxury  -  This is Porto's first five-star hotel. Expect attentive service, elegant design, and standout dining

    Sights nearby  -  Walk through the UNESCO heritage city centre and see the Sé Church, the Clérigos tower and the D. Luís bridge

    Local markets  -  Check out the charming Mercado do Bolhão market, where you can pick up local produce straight from the farmers

    

    Recommended by  -  Fodors, Frommers, Small Luxury Hotels

    A grand historic five-star hotel brimming with tasteful opulence- think stained glass stairwells, carved wooden lifts, and oil paintings. Spacious rooms and suites boast original antiques and indulgent marble bathrooms. Expect modern European dining, an atmospheric bar, & spot-on service. Very chic. See More

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  • M Maison Particuliere 4050-545 Porto 10 rooms from $199

    
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    City Style  -  A revamped 16th-century townhouse stylishly combines soft lighting with ancient tapestries and international artwork

    Romantic Break  -  This exclusive hotel provides an intimate setting with dim lighting, chandeliers, grand suites and private butlers

    Local exploring  -  Located in heart of Porto's Historical centre which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Sights nearby  -  Visit bustling Ribeira Square or Porto Cathedral - both can be seen from the hotel's suites!

    

    A 16th-century Portuguese townhouse turned 5-star boutique hotel. The hotel's ten suites are luxuriously designed, some with Picasso hangings, some with private patios. All come with a private butler. An intimate, romantically lit haven, in the midst of Porto's bustling Old Town. See More

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  • Torel Palace, Porto Porto (União de Freguesias do Centro) 24 rooms from $178

    
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    Total relaxation  -  Equipped with a spa, pool, restaurant and sumptious rooms, this hotel offers it all in the heart of the city

    Local exploring  -  In the heart of Porto, the Clerigos Tower, Oporto Coliseum and Ribeira Square are nearby

    City Style  -  Stay in luxury in one of Porto's most popular districts

    Opulent  -  Breathtakingly beautiful inside and out, a stunning renovation of a building built in Portugal's architectural heyday

    

    A wonderful boutique hotel in the beautiful 19th century Palacete Campos Navarro. Ornate interiors blend maximalist design with contemporary art, all paying homage to the greats of Portuguese literature. An emerald-green lap pool is a welcome addition, plus there's a bar and restaurant. Superb! See More

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  • Torel Avantgarde Porto (Porto, 4050-501) 47 rooms from $257

    
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    Local exploring  -  An ideal hilltop location from which to explore the beautiful town, and just a short drive to beaches too

    Sights nearby  -  Visit inspiring sights such as Luís I Bridge, Church of São Francisco and Palácio da Bolsa

    Surfing  -  Discover many surf beaches just a short drive away

    Swimming Pool  -  Outdoor pool

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A chic hillside hotel with great views over Porto, featuring stylish yet homely interiors. The riot of colour in the floral themed bar is offset nicely by the more elegant restaurant, while light rooms are bold and colorful or muted and sophisticated. The indulgent spa and pool are a real highlight. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 1st February 2023