Who should book it — and who should not
- Book for panoramic views over the UNESCO World Heritage centre of Porto paired with two-Michelin-starred dining. Every room at the hotel enjoys views over the historic centre of Porto.
- Skip if you require a flat walk or central Porto address: the property sits on a hillside across the river, with pet access restricted to select rooms.
Walking routes from the hotel
The property occupies a hillside position on Rua do Choupelo in Vila Nova de Gaia, set amidst the historic Port wine lodges overlooking the River Douro and Porto. General Torres station is roughly 300 metres away on foot, while Devesas station is about a 5-minute car journey.
Rooms & Suites at the hotel
4 optionsWhich suite makes sense for your stay? The Bacchus Suite offers an open-plan layout; the Artist Suite Panoramic pairs contemporary classic styling with a large terrace. The Presidential Suite adds a private pool and barrel bed, with a private garden and views over Porto and the Douro. These are distinct layouts and features to compare when choosing a suite, rather than interchangeable room names.
| Room option | Verified differences |
|---|---|
| Executive Room | Terrace or balcony |
| Presidential Suite | Private garden, terrace |
| The Artist Suite Panoramic | Large 12 metre long terrace; Panoramic view; Terrace or balcony; Contemporary classic style |
| The Bacchus Suite Panoramic | Panoramic view; Terrace or balcony; Open plan design |
Availability and stay conditions vary by date.
The practical side
Arrival and parking
Direct booking benefits include parking included. Contact the hotel before travelling if you expect to arrive late or outside standard front desk check-in hours. The property has on-site parking for over 200 vehicles.
Two-Michelin-Star Dining & Breakfast
The hotel restaurant holds two Michelin stars under Chef Ricardo Costa, while 360º Bar serves drinks overlooking the city. Breakfast is served in The Orangerie and Winter Garden or terrace, with cooked-to-order dishes, fresh pastries, and Portuguese sparkling wine; it is included in select rates or costs ~€45 per person.
Room position and outdoor space
All rooms and suites have a terrace or balcony with views over Porto. Outdoor space is part of the stay across the room categories; compare the specific suite features above when deciding whether to upgrade.
Policies that affect the stay
Reservations with pets are only permitted in Superior rooms and the Bacchus Suite. Limitation: Pets must not be left unattended in guest rooms. Pets are not allowed in the hotel Wine Spa, Dick’s Bar, Pool Bar, The Orangerie, Events Rooms, the Kids Club or The Restaurant.
Facilities and what is missing
The hotel is a member of the Relais & Châteaux collection, featuring outdoor and indoor infinity swimming pools and a Wine Spa for guests, alongside three Master Garden Suites decorated in a contemporary classic style.
