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Mercure Porto Centro Santa CatarinavsTorel Avantgarde
Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mercure Porto Centro Hotel ranks marginally higher than Torel Avantgarde. Mercure Porto Centro Hotel is ranked #30 in Porto with praise from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Concierge and Fodor's.
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
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
Torel Avantgarde
The Telegraph
Wallpaper Lonely Planet
Time Out
Rua da Restauracao 336, Porto 4050-501, Portugal
From $150/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
The Telegraph8.0
"This eclectic and charming 47-room hotel offers river views and strikingly designed rooms that reject minimalism in favour of bold colours." Full review
Wallpaper "On a hill in the middle of town overlooking the glinting River Douro, Porto’s newest five-star hotel pays homage to the best of Portuguese arts and crafts." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Named after prominent avant-garde artists, designers and musicians – from Warhol to Nina Simone – the luxe rooms and suites are decorated in rich colours and fabrics." Full review
Time Out "Everything you see there is Portuguese - from the sofas to the chandeliers, through to the furs and artwork on display - and it can all be purchased online." Full review
