Pestana Palacio do FreixovsTorel Avantgarde
Both Pestana Palacio do Freixo and Torel Avantgarde are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Pestana Palacio do Freixo ranks significantly higher than Torel Avantgarde. Pestana Palacio do Freixo is ranked #7 in Porto with endorsements from 6 sources such as Star Service, Frommer's and Time Out.
Pestana Palacio do Freixo
Estrada Nacional 108, 4300 Campanha - Porto, Porto 4300-316, Portugal
From $347/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"One of the country’s newest pousadas is an 87-room gem improbably created from a magnificent 1742 baroque palace...and an adjoining eighteenth-century brick flour mill. ... The new best bet in Porto." Full review
Star Service
"Set on the banks of the Douro, on the east side of the Arrabida Bridge, a short five-minute taxi ride to the old city, and looking out across the river toward Vila Novia." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Palacio do Freixo is an elegant, historic hotel situated on the Douro River." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Unlikely pairing of an 18th-century palace and neighbouring flour mill creates one of Porto’s most luxurious accommodation options, and offers quiet reprieve for guests seeking comfort and relaxation." Full review
Time Out
"If you fancy feeling like a prince or princess on your next trip to Porto, book yourself into an 18th century palace at the Palácio do Freixo." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"Overlooking the picturesque Douro River, this hotel impresses travelers with its spacious rooms and elegant decor." Full review
Frommer's
"Only the 18th-century formal garden and its gently trickling fountain separate this magnificent Baroque palace from the River Douro." Full review
Torel Avantgarde
Rua da Restauracao 336, Porto 4050-501, Portugal
From $150/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
The Telegraph
8.0
"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 Planet
Top 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