The best spa hotels in Douro Litoral

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Douro Litoral easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Vila Foz Hotel & SPA - member of Design Hotels Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Vila Foz Hotel & SPA - member of Design Hotels offers 5-star accommodation in Porto and has free bikes, fitness centre and garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms include a kettle, while some rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature city views. At Vila Foz Hotel & SPA - member of Design Hotels the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hammam and spa centre. Guests at Vila Foz Hotel & SPA - member of Design Hotels will be able to enjoy activities in and around Porto, like cycling. The hotel offers a business centre for guest use. Popular points of interest near Vila Foz Hotel & SPA - member of Design Hotels include Molhe Beach, Castelo do Queijo Beach and Ingleses Beach. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 12 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 272 EUR.

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• 2 Hotel Solverde Spa and Wellness Center Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Featuring a restaurant with Atlantic Ocean views, the beachfront Hotel Solverde has a spa offering saltwater pools, dry heat sauna and massages. The 5-star hotel boasts a wide range of facilities, including a fitness room and tennis courts. Overlooking the ocean or hotel surroundings, the air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and a work desk. The private bathrooms provide free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. A continental buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property's luminous meal area. O Jardim restaurant features stunning views and provides tasty Portuguese meals, with dairy-free, gluten-free and vegetarian options. The hotel's bar has live piano music at weekends. The hotel has its own heliport and also features spacious and fully equipped meeting facilities. Guests will be able to enjoy a refreshing swim in either the outdoor or the indoor swimming pool. There is also a mini golf course and massages are available, at an extra fee. Hotel Solverde Spa and Wellness Centre is 2 minutes’ drive from the centre of Espinho and 15 minutes by car from Porto. The riverside area of Vila Nova de Gaia is a 17-minute drive away and features panoramic Douro river and Porto views, as well as a harbour where guests can take the traditional Rabelo boats. Porto's Franscisco Sá Carneiro International Airport is 28 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 114 EUR.

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• 3 Axis Porto Business & Spa Hotel Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Axis Porto Hotel is situated beside Porto University campus, 3 km from the UNESCO World Heritage Centre of Porto. The hotel features a spa centre and panoramic city views. All guest rooms at the Axis Porto feature satellite TV, minibar and air conditioning. In addition, the hotel rooms all have balconies. The hotel’s modern spa is equipped with a dynamic pool, sauna, Turkish baths and shower. A full range of relaxation and massage treatments is available. The restaurant at Hotel Axis Porto offers a fusion of Italian and international cuisine. There is also a living room and a terrace with a bar, where guests can relax with a drink. Axis Porto Business & Spa Hotel is located just 15 minutes’ drive from Porto International Airport. The nearest Metro station is 900 metres away, and on-site car parking is also available. Axis is taking part in an initiative of corporate social responsibility, integrating into its team people with intellectual disabilities. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 234 EUR.

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• 4 Casa da Companhia Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Porto. Set in Porto and with Clerigos Tower reachable within 400 metres, Vignette Collection - Casa da Companhia, an IHG Hotel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. A spa and wellness centre comprising a fitness centre, an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Vignette Collection - Casa da Companhia, an IHG Hotel offers 5-star accommodation with a hammam. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Palacio da Bolsa, Ferreira Borges Market and Sao Bento Metro Station. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 17 km from Vignette Collection - Casa da Companhia, an IHG Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 144 EUR.

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• 5 Pestana Palácio do Freixo, Pousada & National Monument - The Leading Hotels of the World Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Overlooking Douro River in Porto, the 5-star Palácio Do Freixo is set in a restored 18th-century Baroque building. It offers aristocratic public areas with stately architecture, combined with modern rooms with flat-screen TV. Rooms at Pestana Palácio do Freixo are spacious, air-conditioned and have a separate seating area. Bathrooms include luxury amenities and a hairdryer. Some rooms offer Douro River views. Guests can relax on a sun lounger next to the hotel's infinity pool which overlooks the river. The spa has a Turkish bath, heated indoor pool and a sauna. Massage treatments are also available. The restaurant at Pestana Palácio do Freixo serves a daily buffet breakfast cooked with fresh ingredients. Guests can order light snacks at the pool or evening cocktails at the hotel’s bar. The hotel is situated 1 km from Campanhã Train Station. Porto Airport is a 20-minute drive away and free parking is available. Pestana Palácio do Freixo offers free transfer to the city centre. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 206 EUR.

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• 6 Agua Hotels Mondim de Basto Mondim de Basto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by a picturesque mountain landscape, this contemporary 4-star hotel is set on the banks of the River Tamega. Its outdoor, infinity pool offers views of the valley. The state-of-the-art spa of Água Hotels Mondim de Basto features professional physiotherapists and masseurs. Next to a Turkish bath, hot tub and indoor pool, the hotel’s spa also features a fitness room. Regional products and traditional recipes are offered at Mondim de Basto’s restaurant. Guests can also taste several local wines from its stone-carved cellar. The guest rooms of Mondim de Basto Água Hotels are simply yet uniquely decorated, and panoramic views can be enjoyed from the extra-large windows and furnished balconies. The rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and free internet. Various adventure sports, including paragliding and mountain biking can be found nearby the hotel. Hiking in Alvão Natural Park is also possible. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 57 EUR.

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• 7 Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Featuring a rooftop lounge with panoramic Porto and Douro River views, 5-star Porto Palacio has a luxurious spa with massage rooms, fitness centre and an indoor pool. The Casa da Musica is 8 minutes’ walk away. Decorated in a modern style, the spacious rooms have a 45” flat-screen TV with cable channels and minibar. All rooms feature free WiFi access. Located on Avenida da Boavista, Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory is a 7-minute walk from Estádio do Bessa. Casa da Música and Francos metro stations are both less than a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The city centre is around 15 minutes’ drive away. Porto International Airport is 13.4 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 280 EUR.

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• 8 Axis Vermar Conference & Beach Hotel Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The Axis Vermar is situated on the beach in Povoa de Varzim. It has an outdoor pool with a sun-lounger terrace and offers air-conditioned rooms with panoramic views of the North Atlantic Ocean. Rooms at the Axis Vermar Conference & Beach Hotel have simple furnishings and a private bathroom with luxury amenities. They come equipped with a TV and a minibar. The rooms with sea views feature a private balcony with sweeping views. The Jardim Restaurant boasts sea views and serves international cuisine and traditional Portuguese dishes. In the morning a buffet breakfast with fresh fruit and pastries is served. The hotel has a tennis court and a playground for children. Nearby leisure activities include mountain biking and hiking. Spa treatments are available by appointment. Axis Vermar Conference & Beach Hotel is 20 km from the airport and is 1.5 km from the Casino of Povoa de Varzim. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site private parking. Axis is taking part in an initiative of corporate social responsibility, integrating into its team people with intellectual disabilities. Please note that the hotel will send guests an email with a secure link to proceed with payment for the reservation after the free cancellation period ends. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 371 EUR.

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• 9 Bonjardim 560 Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Porto. Bonjardim 560 has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Porto. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms include a coffee machine, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have city views. At Bonjardim 560 all rooms have bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near Bonjardim 560 include Ageas Porto Coliseum, Sao Bento Metro Station and Sao Bento Train Station. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 15 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 175 EUR.

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• 10 Torel Avantgarde Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Porto. Torel Avantgarde is set in Porto's centre, a 10-minute walk from the Douro riverside and 750 metres from the iconic Clérigos Church. The 3-time award-winning 5-star hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a garden, as well as panoramic views over the city. The rooms has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom, some rooms at the hotel also have a terrace. Guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Free WiFi is provided throughout. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Torel Avantgarde. Guests can sample Portuguese and local dishes at the property's in-house restaurant. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Cristal Palace Gardens and the Lello Bookshop. Paris Galleries Street is a 10-minute walk from Torel Avantgarde, while Ferreira Borges Market is a 15-minute walk away. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 18 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 156 EUR.

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• 11 BFRESH Hotel - Padel, Pool & Fitness - Adults Only Porto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located in Porto, 1.3 km from Music House, BFRESH Hotel - Padel, Pool & Fitness - Adults Only provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room comes with a kettle, while certain rooms include a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. BFRESH Hotel - Padel, Pool & Fitness - Adults Only offers a vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. Boavista Roundabout is 1.3 km from BFRESH Hotel - Padel, Pool & Fitness - Adults Only, while Clerigos Tower is 4.1 km from the property. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 13 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 271 EUR.

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• 12 Villa C Boutique Hotel Vila do Conde, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Villa C Boutique Hotel is located on River Ave’s south bank, in Azurara. This 4-star property features a luxury spa and rooms with a balcony. In the contemporary guest rooms, Villa C Boutique Hotel provides flat-screen TVs and a minibar. Some rooms also have a spacious seating area. This boutique hotel features a restaurant, a bar, a spa, a gym and conference rooms making it the perfect spot for business and leisure. In addition, the hotel features a lobby market, a grocery store and an outdoor lounge. Free private parking is provided by Villa C Boutique Hotel. Many attractions can be found nearby including Santa Clara Convent. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is just a 15-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 344 EUR.

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• 13 Penafiel Park Hotel & Spa Penafiel, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Situated directly alongside Sameiro Park, just a short walk from Penafiel city centre, the deluxe 4-star Penafiel Park Hotel & Spa combines contemporary design with traditional hospitality. Combining contemporary design and a forest setting, Penafiel Park Hotel & Spa’s rooms are decorated in contemporary style, with large paintings and African-style warm colours. Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels are standard in each room. The stylish Antonio Ferreira Gomez Restaurant serves a fine menu of Portuguese cuisine with international influences, alongside a rich list of local wines. From the lobby bar, guests can admire sweeping views over the valley and enjoy a local green wine. You can relax in the temple-like atmosphere of the Sensações Spa, where professional masseurs offer exfoliating massages, caviar facials and honey treatments. In addition, this state-of-the-art spa offers a wide range of beauty treatments, reflexology and shiatsu massages. An indoor pool and a steam bath are also available. Located in Penafiel, in the historical Sousa Valley, the Park Hotel & Spa overlooks the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Piedade. The closest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro, about 35 km away in Porto. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 74 EUR.

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• 14 Santana Hotel & SPA Vila do Conde, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located next to Ave River in Vila do Conde, this spa hotel features an indoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna. The rooftop terrace features panoramic city and beach views. All guest rooms at the 4-star Santana Hotel & SPA are air-conditioned and equipped with a TV, a minibar and a private bathroom. Some rooms offer a balcony and a terrace overlooking the river. Restaurant Santa Clara serves traditional Portuguese food with a view over the Ave river and the Santa Clara monastery. The Santanahotel’s spa offers a large indoor heated swimming pool. Guests can also enjoy a range of relaxing massages at the spa, or work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym. Free private parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 224 EUR.

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• 15 The Lince Santa Clara Vila do Conde, Portugal

  Hotel. The Lince Santa Clara features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Vila do Conde. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. There is a spa and wellness centre with an outdoor swimming pool, indoor pool and fitness centre, as well as a sauna. The units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property. Spa and wellness facilities including a hot tub and a hammam, as well as the possibility to arrange massage treatments, are at guests' disposal during their stay at The Lince Santa Clara. Olinda Beach is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Music House is 28 km from the property. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 16 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

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• 16 Palacete Severo Porto, Portugal

  Hotel. Located in Porto, 800 metres from Music House, Palacete Severo provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with a sauna, and hammam, as well as a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All units include a wardrobe. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. At Palacete Severo you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, international and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Boavista Roundabout is 500 metres from Palacete Severo, while Clerigos Tower is 1.8 km away. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 13 km from the property. Show full description

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• 17 Octant Douro Castelo de Paiva, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Octant Douro located in Vista Alegre, Castelo de Paiva. Offering a stunning infinity pool the hotel overlooks the Douro River blending itself with the surrounding nature. With 55 rooms and 6 suites, all with plenty of natural light and panoramic views. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free WIFI. Bathrooms include a free-standing tub as well as free toiletries. The on-site restaurant offers panoramic views of the natural surroundings and serves regional gastronomy. Guests may relax at the on-site bar and the lounge area. Using schist and glass views of the surrounding landscape, Octant Douro features 2 swimming pools, 2 conference rooms, a Spa with a hydrotherapy circuit and a gym. Octant Douro is set in the southern margin of the Douro River, km 41 of the N222 road. It is 10 km from the centre of Castelo de Paiva, 40 km from Porto, 60 km from Porto International Airport and 160 km from the Spanish border. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 1107 EUR.

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• 18 Wine & Books Porto Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World Porto, Portugal

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Porto. In a prime location in Porto, Wine & Books Porto Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World offers a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as a restaurant. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The units feature a wardrobe. Wine & Books Porto Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World offers a hammam. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Clerigos Tower, Sao Bento Train Station and Sao Bento Metro Station. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 16 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

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• 19 Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel - by Unlock Hotels Amarante, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool, Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel - by Unlock Hotels offers accommodation in Telões. There is a games room on site and guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with bath robes provided. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. A TV is offered. You will find a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel - by Unlock Hotels spa offers a variety of relaxing treatments and massages. An indoor pool, a sauna and a Turkish bath are provided free of charge. Car hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for golfing and hiking. Porto is 45 km from Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel - by Unlock Hotels, while Braga is 36 km from the property. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 47 km away. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 110 EUR.

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• 20 Flag Hotel Celorico Palace Celorico de Basto, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Flag Hotel Celorico Palace is a 4-star hotel located in Celorico de Basto, 25 km from Guimarães. It features an outdoor and indoor pool, a spa, gym and a restaurant on site. The elegant rooms are decorated in soft shades and include a mini-bar, air conditioning, and a flat-screen cable TV. The modern bathrooms have a walk-in shower and free toiletries. A breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes fruit, fresh and crispy bread. Varanda das Camélias restaurant serves regional delicacies and the best wines from Basto. Guests can enjoy a drink from the bar on one of the sun loungers surrounding the swimming pool. After a workout at the gym, guest can relax in the spa with a Hamman, sauna, Jacuzzi and indoor pool. Take one of the rental bicycles and explore the well-known Ecopista do Tâmega Eco-track, located a few metres from Flag Hotel Celorico Palace. Peneda Geres National Park is 40 km from the hotel, and Porto International Airport is 58 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 61 EUR.

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• 21 Hotel Bienestar Termas De Vizela Vizela, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The 4-star Hotel Bienestar Termas de Vizela offers a central location in Vizela, less than 10 minutes’ walking from Vizela Train Station. The hotel features a lounge bar and a restaurant on site. Each air-conditioned room is elegantly decorated and includes a LCD satellite TV and minibar. Guests can browse the Internet through the free WiFi. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and either a shower or a bath. The restaurant and lounge bar offer guests the opportunity for a late night drink and a meal with regional flavours. Guests can enjoy their meals outdoors weather permitting. Hotel Bienestar Termas de Vizela offers a thermal spa featuring rooms with massages and treatments, 2 minutes’ walking from the unit. It also has a Dynamic Swimming Pool with Thermal Circuit (Including lounge chair with jets and jacuzzi), Vichy shower and respiratory treatments. Guimarães is less than 15 minutes’ driving, and Porto International Airport is 51 km away from the Bienestar Termas de Vizela. Guest review score 6.9, rooms from around 68 EUR.

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• 22 Hotel Navarras Amarante, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Situated in Amarante’s historic centre, Hotel Navarras is 350 metres from the Tâmega River. It offers air-conditioned rooms and has a terrace with panoramic views. Hotel Navarras’ rooms have modern wood furnishings and a private bathroom. They come equipped with a TV and a telephone. Some rooms feature a balcony with panoramic views. There is an array of restaurants, bars and shops in the vicinity. Guests can relax on a sofa in the communal TV room and watch a film. Nearby leisure activities include golf, canoeing and hiking. Both Cardozo Sousa Museum and São Goncalo Church are less than a 5-minute walk away. Hotel Navarras is located a 35-minute drive from Porto International Airport and city centre. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 45 EUR.

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• 23 Oca Flores Hotel Boutique Porto, Portugal

  

  Aparthotel. Stay in the heart of Porto. Situated in the heart of Porto, Oca Flores Hotel Boutique is set on an 18th century historical building and offers a complete wellness centre. This property provides free WiFi. Flores Boutique includes a variety of apartments and rooms spread through various buildings. Each accommodation is equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, telephone, flat-screen cable TV and a minibar. The private bathrooms are complete with a bidet, a hairdryer, a bath and free toiletries. The apartments are spacious and include a fully equipped kitchenette that guests can use to prepare their own meals. In addition, the property provides a room service and breakfast in the room. A bar is also available where guests can socialize and relax after spending a day exploring the city. Guests can easily visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the city including the Clérigos Tower and the Lello Bookstore, both just a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The World Heritage Ribeira area with its restaurants, bars and cafés is 550 metres away and the São bento Train Station is a mere 220 metres away. Porto International Airport is 16 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 402 EUR.

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