About this property

Prime Location: Rio da Vila in Porto offers a central position with Ribeira Square just a 3-minute walk away. Palacio da Bolsa lies 656 feet nearby, while Ferreira Borges Market is a few steps away. Sao Bento Metro Station is a 5-minute walk, and the Douro River is less than 0.6 mi from the property. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and family rooms. Private check-in and check-out services, daily housekeeping, and a elevator ensure a comfortable stay. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, city views, and modern amenities such as mini-bars and soundproofing. Breakfast options include continental and American styles with warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, and juices. Nearby Attractions: Places of interest include Clerigos Tower (1969 feet), Sao Bento Train Station (1640 feet), and Luis I Bridge (6-minute walk). Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 9.9 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Porto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

Breakfast Info

Continental, American


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Suzanne
United States United States
The location was ideal and the staff was very friendly.
Nat
United States United States
Great location! A 5-minute walk to the river. The room was cozy. Lots of natural light streaming in. The windows were surprisingly good at blocking out street noise. Shower water pressure was good. The AC was also quite good.
Richard
United States United States
Located across from the River Market and close to the water.
Lucas
Brazil Brazil
The room was amazing but the principle positive point are the staff they are so kind. Especially thanks for Fernando.
Ray
United States United States
We had a great stay at this hotel in Porto. The room was very clean, comfortable, and easily accessible, which made our trip even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again on a future visit to Porto.
Camilla
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location and value for money. Spacious bedroom & bathroom. Parking close by.
N
United States United States
Great location. Clean and well designed rooms. Easy check in and out.
Lauren
United States United States
The location was great! Very central to the city and able to easily navigate the area. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Anna
United States United States
Location was great and the room and the view were both beautiful. We had everything we needed, and were very comfortable here.
Ken
United States United States
Great location with access to many restaurants and sights. Great view of market and stock exchange. Staff was very friendly and generally helpful. Whilst an extra charge, the small cafe in the lobby is reasonably priced and quite good. I would...

Managed by Guest House Rio da Vila

Company review score: 9.1Based on 1,015 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

Located In the historic center of Porto, the Guest House Rio da Vila has a privileged location in an old building from the 19th century, renovated in 2017 and awarded by the International Design Awards in 2018, where its façade and some elements in its interior were preserved. Its elegant decoration with some elements inspired by the building's history, makes this space fascinating and very welcoming. There are three types of rooms, all of which have a sitting area from where you can enjoy the fantastic view over the city.

Neighborhood info

As points of interest near Rio da Vila, we have the Palácio da Bolsa, the Illustrious Church of São Fancisco, the riverside square, the famous Lello bookshop and Torre dos clérigos.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Rio da Vila

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Rio da Vila takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. That's about $115. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that cleaning time between 11:00 and 14:00.

Please note that the reception is opened from 8 am to 3:30 pm.

Please note that after 3:30 pm, our reception is closed, so check in can only be made with access code provided.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rio da Vila of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 112985/AL

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