Porto is a colorful and vibrant coastal city located in the north of Portugal offering visitors wonderful adventures to enjoy such as Port tastings, tuk-tuk rides exploring the city in a fun and environmentally friendly way, and cruises down the Douro river alongside lots of history, art and culture.

Where to stay in Porto? My answer is in this post!

We had a beautiful stay at the Dom Henrique Downtown in Porto, and this is why I recommend staying here ~ Read & Save!

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Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown - My Review

This is a 4-star hotel located in the center of the city. Porto is a walkable city and the location of the hotel is bang on ~ From here you can walk to almost all the attractions Porto has to offer.

Want to know the best part? The hotel is also home to one of the best restaurants and bars in Porto! Both can be found on the 17th floor offering stunning panoramic views of the whole city! You can enjoy drinks in the sunshine on the rooftop or have lunch or dinner in the elegant restaurant area while watching the sunset over Porto.

This hotel is a local landmark because of its distinctive silhouette. It is also still owned by the same family who built it back in 1973! The hotel has undergone substantial refurbishing recently.

We took a taxi to the hotel because we arrived late in the evening, you can also travel by metro, the Trindade Metro Station is 200 meters from the hotel.

Hotel Dom Henrique-Downtown is an elegant hotel with contemporary furnishing and art throughout, it is inviting, warm, and very clean. Reception is manned 24-hour a day so you know there's always someone there for you should you need anything. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! They will help you with anything you need to arrange during your stay, for example, a rental car, dinner reservations, and airport shuttles/taxis. They also had wonderful tips for us that made our stay even more enjoyable!

The lobby of Hotel Dom Henrique-Downtown

Getting Around Porto

On foot is the best way to explore Porto. Most of Porto's must-see sights and monuments are within walking distance from the hotel:
The iconic Clérigos Tower is about 10 minutes walk away.
Aliados Avenue is a 5-minute walk.
Sao Bento Train Station is a 10-minute walk.
The hotel is only 600m away from Rua Santa Catarina and Via Catarina shopping venues.
** Porto is built on a hill and the Dom Henrique- Downtown Hotel is located at the top of the hill. Honestly, it isn't hard to explore the city on foot as one might think, it’s fun and filled with gems for you to discover. If anything it helps you stay fit!

Trindade Metro Station is only 200m from the hotel and connects with Porto International Airport (the airport is 16 km away from the hotel) among other areas of the city. We did walk everywhere except to FC Porto stadium to which we took the metro, a 10-minute ride away.

Ride a Tuk-Tuk: You can arrange to be picked up at your hotel or look for them while you are out and about. It is a fun way to see Porto and beyond.

Rooms

The rooms are pretty, cozy, and very comfortable. You will have air-conditioning, TV, minibar, wardrobe, safe, work desk with chair, an electric kettle with a selection of courtesy teas, a balcony, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. You have free high-speed WiFi access in all areas including your room which in many hotels is not available for free.

You have different types of rooms to choose from; from comfort single rooms to comfort suites to comfort family rooms to a panoramic suite.

We stayed in a Twin Comfort room (superior room type) which was great! We had a big balcony to enjoy the views of Porto and a sitting area to relax in.

The bed is big and oh so comfy! Thought has gone into the smallest of details such as a light turning on when you open your wardrobe, music can be played in the bathroom, providing high-end shower gel and shampoo as well as facemasks!

Take A Closer Look At The Room Here

We chose to have breakfast included in our room fee, it is served in the RESTAURANTE ALÉM MAR.

It is a nice breakfast, freshly made each morning with enough variety of options to indulge in; eggs, pastries, different kinds of bread, cheese, fruit and veg, meat options, juices, and coffee and tea. It was pleasant and tasty.

Breakfast Hours: Monday – Friday: 07:30a.m. – 10:30a.m. Saturday and Sunday: 07:30a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Hotel Facilities & Complimentary Services Available

Parking
Free WIFI
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant and bar
Breakfast
Fitness center
Room service from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
Business center
Copy and fax service
Luggage deposit
Laundry and dry cleaning
Babysitting (subject to previous reservation)
Tickets for tourist tours and Douro cruises

Dining And Drinking

The rooftop of the Dom Henrique Downtown. Image provided by the hotel

The 17th floor restaurant of Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown

As I have already mentioned, on the 17th floor you'll find the 17º RESTAURANT offering wonderful food with a panoramic 360º view of the city.

The menu is a combination of Mediterranean flavors and traditional Portuguese cuisine with a touch of gourmet, and you always have the terrace when the weather is good.

Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday: 12h30-15h00 | 19h30 – 22h30 Friday, Saturday, and on the eve of a public holiday: 12h30-15h00 | 19h30-23h00.

At the 17th floor restaurant of Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown

At he 17th floor restaurant of Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown

As they say at the Dom Hotel; life deserves to be celebrated with a toast! The 17º BAR is a place to relax and enjoy exotic cocktails or something off their wide selection of local wines and Port.

You can choose the elegant exterior deck or the indoor space styled in urban charm, offering a welcoming atmosphere.

Opening hours: From Monday to Sunday: 12h00-23h00.

Happy hour on the rooftop of Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown

In conclusion, this hotel ticked all the right boxes for us:

Location wise it is superb!
It offers great value for money.
The hotel is elegant with comfortable rooms.
It is a very clean and warm hotel.
Awesome facilities and additional services are available.
Dining options are some of the best in town.
The staff is super nice, professional, and oh so helpful!

Address: Rua do Bolhão, 223, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-112 Porto, Portugal.

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Email: reserv@hoteldomhenrique.pt

Disclaimer: The hotel offered me a free room upgrade for my honest, unbiased review. This was not a free stay. All opinions and words are my own. I only work with quality brands I love and I think you’ll love it too!

** Due to the Corona, there might be some changes or restrictions put in place in the hotel.

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Diti

Hotel Dom Henrique - Downtown In Porto, Portugal ~ My Review!