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The White Box Boutique HousevsPestana Vintage Porto

Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, Pestana Vintage Porto ranks significantly higher than The White Box House. Pestana Vintage Porto is ranked #4 in Porto with accolades from 10 publications like Frommer's, Concierge and Lonely Planet.

The White Box Boutique House
7/10
Rua de Santa Catarina, 575, Porto 4000-453, Portugal
From $71/night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Air Conditioning
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you are one of those that when travelling prefers to stay on a site that welcomes you as if you are at home, The White Box House may well be your next choice for a future stay at Porto." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Amid the shopping throng of Rua Santa Catarina,  this is a restored early 20th-century three-story townhouse with just six rooms." Full review
Pestana Vintage Porto
8/10
Praca da Ribeira 1, Porto 4050-513, Portugal
From $158/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge 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 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 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 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 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 Oyster
Mid-Range
"There are 109 guest rooms at this three-pearl property set near the River Douro on Ribeira Square." Full review
Wallpaper 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 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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Lonely Planet 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 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
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