Mercure Porto Centro Santa CatarinavsHotel Universal
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Mercure Porto Centro Hotel ranks significantly better than Hotel Universal. Mercure Porto Centro Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 74 with positive reviews from 4 sources including Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Praca da Batalha 116, Porto 4049-028, Portugal
From $61/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge
"This four-star, six-floor tower across from the National Theater and near the shopping district of Rua da Santa Catarina has two winning features."
Frommer's
"This hotel dates back to Porto's halcyon years in the 1950s but reopened in 1992 with an up-to-date look and good-value prices." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Near the Teatro São João, Porto’s link in the Mercure chain has plush, modern, identically furnished rooms with fine views, and hallways decorated with theatre memorabilia." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking one of Porto's central squares, this upscale chain property is a good choice for its central location, luxurious accommodations, and reasonable price." Full review
Hotel Universal
Av. Aliados 38, 1st floor, Porto 4000-064, Portugal
From $35/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"Located smack on Avenida dos Aliados and steps from São Bento train station, Residencial Universal is as centrally located as you can get." Full review