Pestana Vintage Portovs1872 River House
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. Overall, Pestana Vintage Porto ranks significantly higher than 1872 River House. Pestana Vintage Porto ranks #4 in Porto with recommendations from 10 reviewers like Wallpaper, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
Pestana Vintage Porto Show All Reviews
Praca da Ribeira 1, Porto 4050-513, Portugal
From $158/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Good hotels in the old part of town are scarce, so if you want to stay down by the river, this is the place. In fact, the Pestana may be the nicest hotel in Porto."
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Request a room with a water view when you book, just in case.
Fodor's
"Right in Porto's historic heart, the Pestana Porto is in a restored former warehouse abutted by a medieval wall, linked to several neighboring former houses." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"If you want to stay in the old part of town this boutique property has balconies overlooking the Douro River." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"One of the most desirable hotels in the city, this charming boutique property is located on the Praça da Ribeira, in a block of carefully restored riverfront buildings."
Star Service
"This pint-sized property is a darling of savvy individuals who seek full immersion in Porto's lively and lush old city." Full review
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Guests most often request rooms 302, 402, 306, 506 and Suite 308 thanks to their exceptional river and bridge views.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"There are 109 guest rooms at this three-pearl property set near the River Douro on Ribeira Square." Full review
Wallpaper
"A stylish steakhouse that is hoping to lure more locals to the Ribeira, the riverfront neighbourhood of touristy eateries and the embarkation point for many of the Douro River cruises." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The hotel consists of several adjoining buildings. The furnishings were new and up to date. The bed very comfortable and covered with those fantastic Portuguese sheets and coverlets." Full review
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Don't miss this jaunt.
Lonely Planet
"Right on the Douro and one of Porto’s most sophisticated sleeps. Rooms are a fine balance between plush contemporary and traditional." Full review
Time Out
"This is the case of the Pestana Vintage Porto & World Heritage Site, which is located in the historical square of Ribeira and, therefore, with the river right at its edge." Full review
1872 River House
Rua Do Infante D. Henrique, 133, Porto 4050-298, Portugal
From $177/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
Afar Magazine
"In one of the most distinguished Oporto locations, the Ribeira, 1872 River House is a charming 8 rooms guest house inviting us to discover the best views over Douro." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A small and welcoming river-front hotel at the heart of Porto’s old town." Full review
On the Grid
"This hotel is very well located in Ribeira." Full review
Time Out
"What gives name to this River House is the footbridge of iron and colorful stained glass that gives access to this beautiful house of the century XIX." Full review
Independent
"Refreshed weathered-stone walls and chipper whitewashed furnishings give the light-filled rooms a country-house feel...breakfast room serving punchy juice and fresh fruit juts out over the river path"
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Frommer's
"Half the eight rooms look out right onto the Douro, a few have balconies. The decor is in natural stone, wood and azulejos...there's a comfortable lounge for relaxing and gazing out along the river." Full review