Aparthotel

Porto River

4.0 star property

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Studio, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Studio, City View

  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, River View | View from room

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, River View

  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Suite, River View

Suite, River View

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Studio, City View (Skylight)

  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Studio, River View, Annex Building | Water view

Studio, River View, Annex Building

  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Annex Building

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Apartment, City View

Standard Apartment, City View

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, Balcony, River View

  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View | Lanai

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Annex Building | Water view

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Annex Building

  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One-Bedroom Apartment With River View

  • Sleeps 3

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Studio With River View

  • Sleeps 2

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Suite Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2

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Studio, River View, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2

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One-Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Studio With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 6

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 6

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One Bedroom Apartment With River View And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, River View

  • Sleeps 6

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Basic Studio, City View (Rooflight)

  • Sleeps 2

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Studio With Balcony And River View

  • Sleeps 2

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Studio With Window

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Porto River

Riverwalk aparthotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free aparthotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include an electric kettle and a dishwasher, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches like an espresso maker and bathrobes.
Porto River offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. LED televisions come with digital channels. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Porto aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Porto River. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ribeira Square. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar. This upscale aparthotel has 19 apartments on 8 floors. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, an LED TV, and a refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Ribeira Square and 3 minutes by foot from Porto Historic Center
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business center.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Porto River. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

This 4-star Porto aparthotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 8 AM to 11 AM.
Porto River has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • Childcare (surcharge)

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 100 per day

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a shopping district
  • Near a metro station
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 19 units
  • 8 floors
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The street in front of the property is open to general traffic from 6:30-11 AM only (taxis permitted all day). Guests driving to the property must park offsite. The nearest parking lot, Parque do Infante, is located 328 yards (300 meters) away.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 100.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 18 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 100.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Porto River offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g., directions).
Property Registration Number 5950
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Porto River Aparthotel
Porto River
River Aparthotel
Porto River Porto
Porto River Aparthotel
Porto River Aparthotel Porto

Porto River Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 506 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , great facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot on the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the Property once we got there but getting there was a nightmare. The traffic was horrible, parking was far away from the hotel so we had to drag our bags to the hotel. It was not easy to locate. Once there is was beautiful!!! The views from the hotel restaurant are fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, very well situated on the river. Room was gorgeous. Staff were friendly. Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was spacious, very clean and comfortable The staff were extremely friendly and helpful throughout our stay Good location provided easy access to all the local amenities - be prepared for the hills!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and apartment was great as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is so lovely! It’s tucked away in an ancient little alley just off of the river (a little hard to find with GPS; just ask). The room was spacious, well-appointed, and comfortable. There was even a gorgeous skylight directly above the bed! (Think sleeping in a lighthouse) with beautiful stone walls. It’s so convenient and I’d definitely stay again. Warning: however, there is no parking and the closest garage was a bit of a haul (~1-1.5km?) so, I just backpacked it instead of fighting with my luggage. It ended up costing >50€ for overnight-4pm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and the customer service as well. The view is spectacular and my experience there was amazing. No words to describe the night of Sao Joao there. It was out of this world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bertha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we booked, the Porto River team was incredibly kind and attentive—offering transportation and assistance with our luggage, which is greatly appreciated given the hotel’s privileged (and somewhat hard-to-reach) location right on the Douro River. Check-in was quick and efficient, and the room… simply one of the best I’ve stayed in anywhere in the world. Overlooking the Douro, the space was impeccably maintained and beautifully modernized. It was spacious and well-designed, with a kitchenette, dining table, comfortable sofa, and four balconies offering breathtaking views. Despite being in a lively area, the reinforced windows kept most of the street noise out, allowing for restful nights. The staff also provided excellent restaurant recommendations, adding a thoughtful personal touch to our stay. I would return to Porto River Hotel without hesitation—highly recommended for anyone visiting Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, big lovely space. Amazing view! One of our favorites of the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect as it always is - honestly the only downside was a guy called Carlos who works in the restaurant who made me put a tip and then when I gave him a decent tip he started negotiating for a higher tip - tipping is not standard in Portugal or anywhere in Europe and I even gave him a good review on another website after he begged me to. It was a shame then for him to insist I tipped him (fine) and then start bartering with me to give him a higher tip like I’m in a bazaar in Istanbul (not fine).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location friendly staff clean room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Beheshteh

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had read in some reviews that the rooms had cockroaches. Our room did. Also, because the hotel is right above several restaurants, our room being on the first floor had a very strong fishy smell. Staff were very friendly and helpful though, and the apartment had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Awesome!!!

Wonderful staff! Great location! Spectacular views!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good service wlking distance for mayor atractions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, London

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent Experience

Booked the River View Suite which turned out to be one of the best spaces we have ever stayed in. It went from the front of the build all the way to the back, it was on the top floor with its own staircase and skylight. Great views, really clean and even though the weekend was really stormy we were cosy in the room. Staff were really friendly and welcoming. Looking for an excuse to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fabulous stay

We had an awesome stay at the Porto River Aparthotel. We had a one bedroom unit with a living/kitchen room. It was spacious for the 2 of us. The hotel is right on the riverfront. The breakfast was delicious, partly buffet and also could order eggs or pancakes. There was sparkling wine and fresh juice. The best thing about the hotel are the staff. They went out of their way to be helpful and accommodating your every need, whether it was for dinner recommendations or reservations. The hotel owner, Manuel Almeda, is a lovely gentleman. He couldn’t speak much English but would always get someone to interpret. He was always asking if we were happy about the hotel and our stay there. They have a wonderful restaurant adjacent to the hotel and we ate a few dinners there (Chez Lapin). Delicious and plentiful as well as reasonable cost for a premium location. The owners daughter, Alexandra oversees the restaurant and helps the staff there. We had a great waiter, Andre. At the front reception Ricardo, Pedro and Ariana were always ready to help us with our questions. The hotel Manager, Andrea, really made our stay special. She made us feel like we were friends. Her motto was, “we don’t have guests, we have friends”. We really couldn’t have had a better place to stay. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone. If you do have physical limitations it would be important to advise the hotel so they could put you in a suitable room as some rooms are only accessible by stairs.
View from room
Yellow tile building is the hotel.
Night view from room
Breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great hotel location

The hotel is right on the water, with a lot going on outside during the day and evening. Hotel staff were very helpful. The room was superb.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The riverside balcony rooms were excellent for absorbing the views and street life. The apartments were nice but had no view.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wiley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property right along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025