Title: 1872 River House by Olivia Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # 1872 River House by Olivia This charming B&B in Porto combines warm hospitality with historic character, creating a welcoming haven where travelers can raise a glass to memorable experiences ## Photo gallery for 1872 River House by Olivia ![Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe - 1872 River House by Olivia (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/b194be2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe - 1872 River House by Olivia (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/da5997f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - 1872 River House by Olivia (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/d4355fa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - 1872 River House by Olivia (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/76778ed7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![City view from property - 1872 River House by Olivia (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/7e8b3aea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 1872 River House by Olivia, in Porto's heart, offers a cozy retreat with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Its prime location is near Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping £104 includes taxes & fees 5 Feb - 6 Feb ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=8822403&PinnedHotelID=8822403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Room, River View ![Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/06197c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, River View 8.4 Very good 15 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LED TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer - River view - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Charm Room with City View ![Charm Room with City View | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8822500/8822403/2bed73e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Charm Room with City View 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning LED TV Down duvet Premium bedding Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead - City view - 182 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Front of property](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/113000000/112010000/112007600/112007580/7732c476_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Kodawari Residences Flores Centro / Baixa - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 10.0 Exceptional 1 review £89 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Kodawari-Residences.h112007580.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-2-12&chkout=2026-2-13&rm1=a2®ionId=603077&destination=Porto (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=41.151596,-8.606791&searchId=fae7dd55-b707-4dae-9b77-61c296a6519d&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Snack bar](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/67000000/66500000/66494000/66493988/645095f9_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro Santa Marinha - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPorto-Hotels-1872-River-House.h8822403.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPorto-Hotels-1872-River-House.h8822403.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Centro / Baixa, a neighbourhood in Porto, 1872 River House by Olivia is near a metro station and on a river. Notable landmarks in the area include Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alfandega Congress Center or Crystal Palace Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby boat tours, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Porto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto.dx603077) [View more B&B in Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d603077-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.14031%2C-8.61560&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-LUQ9vs8kZIm_BSaGvV1_t0q7yc=) Rua do Infante D. Henrique, 133, Porto, 4050-080 ### What's nearby - ![Portugal, Porto, Ribeira (Historic center)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662149/73be06be-aab4-45b8-8526-5225c14821dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porto Historic Center 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Ribeira Square featuring street scenes, café lifestyle and dining out](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081691/c8f34658-366f-4a48-9a29-9e44ec7dc1d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ribeira Square 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Dom Luis I Bridge featuring street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081669/bd28ed12-b40e-4f35-b996-a1451aa4fbdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dom Luis I Bridge 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Porto Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081675/40bd1cfc-1de4-4c6c-ae5a-d016305099ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porto Cathedral 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![The Torre dos Clérigos is a bell tower that is part of the church with the same name. This monument is considered by many the biggest highlight of Oporto. Read about this amazing city and lose yourself in history: http://bit.ly/1QRDG6n](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2686/e12995f7-8d21-4900-833f-1cb7da19da7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Clerigos Tower 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Infante Stop 1 min walk - São Bento Station 10 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Café do Cais 2 min walk - McDonald's 1 min walk - Terreiro 1 min walk - Wine Quay Bar 2 min walk - Café São Nicolau 2 min walk ## About this property ### 1872 River House by Olivia Upscale bed & breakfast near Porto Historic Center Close to Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral, 1872 River House by Olivia has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this bed & breakfast include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a water dispenser - Smoke-free property, a lift and multilingual staff - Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and concierge services - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 per person - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 38 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) - Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (328 ft away) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Property Registration Number 17264/AL If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as 1872 River House B&B Porto 1872 River House B&B 1872 River House Porto 1872 River House 1872 River House 1872 River House by Olivia Porto 1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast 1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast Porto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 1872 River House by Olivia pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at 1872 River House by Olivia? ### What time is check-in at 1872 River House by Olivia? ### What time is check-out at 1872 River House by Olivia? ### Does 1872 River House by Olivia provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is 1872 River House by Olivia located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 1872 River House by Olivia Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 268 8 - Good 35 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 7 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha 17 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, great staff, comfortable rooms, beautiful views. ##### Samantha Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel van den 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely room, incredible staff, great location ##### Daniel van den Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 31 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing quaint little spot with wonderful staff and service! AMAZING location! ##### Stephen Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah 25 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing staff very accommodating. Location is excellent can walk everywhere highly recommend this property ##### Deborah Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### catherine Fellistas 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities excellent Proximity to restaurants/shopping/sightseeing walkable Clean room Friendly staff ##### catherine Fellistas Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved our river-view room. The bed was comfy and the room was cozy. We only stayed for one night and had an early morning all-day Douro Valley tour so the woman at the desk offered to make us box lunches to take with us since we would miss breakfast that day. She also kindly allowed us to store our luggage at the hotel while we were on our tour. ##### Pamela Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rozanne 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A hidden gem on the Douro River. The staff were welcoming, kind and attentive. Thank you Maria for your incredible hospitality. The hotel is quaint and beautifully appointed and the breakfast was wonderful. We would love to return to this very special place and of course we highly recommend it to travellers who are looming for something special. ##### Rozanne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was clean and welcoming. We would have appreciated more wardrobe space and tea/coffee making facilities in the room but it was adequate for the duration of our stay. We felt the hotel was understaffed but the staff on duty were friendly and always willing to assist. The river view was superb from our room, and we would certainly consider staying at this hotel again. ##### Paul Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great little hotel. Location is perfect. Staff is friendly. Excellent little free breakfast ##### Christopher Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberlee 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a lovely small hotel. Bruna was incredible, best service one could imagine. Room 4 looked out over the river with a sweet balcony and an so comfortable bed. Great breakfast and wonderful location as you can walk to most places. Cannot recommend it enough. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/41b9761d-891d-4cb8-b33d-df9db838ad6f-1753804171338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/eed2392a-e63d-4fa6-bbfd-2a67de6c15de-1753804171753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kimberlee Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful location, lovely staff, a great breakfast in the mornings. The room was clean and welcoming. Great choice !! ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Georgie 17 Sept 2023 great location overlooking the Douro Charming old hotel, beautifully restored Fabulous breakfast! ##### Georgie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack 7 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Highly recommend. Great location. Excellent location and a great hotel. We very much enjoyed our stay. Easy access to the river area and nice walk across river. Service was great. Good breakfast and they provided filtered water throughout stay. ##### Jack Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christopher 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This property is right on the river in an excellent location near lots of great restaurants, shops and excursions. The room was just as described, the bed was comfortable and the view was wonderful. The staff were great and the breakfast was very good. We had a few glitches at no fault of the property and they took responsibility and made our stay pleasant as possible. The parking is difficult in this area so if you can arrive without a car, that is best. We highly recommend it. ##### christopher Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jodi 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This location is wonderful and the staff was excellent. The property is so small that it lacks some amenities but it’s a trade off to the location and the special feel of the hotel. ##### Jodi Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Masoud 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities staff were extremely professional and nice. Small hotel in an excellent location, can't beat the price, rooms are renovated with quality fixtures. If you care about location then this is the place to stay in Porto. ##### Masoud Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marla 20 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely fabulous and charming location in the historic river front area. Breakfast was fantastic and the hotel front desk, especially Luis, went out of his way to give suggestions, lend a hand, share maps, and engage in wonderful conversation! ##### Marla Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alistair 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Couldn't have had better in Porto Excellent location and base to explore Porto from. Could not have had better. Hotel rooms were very nice and loved the exposed stone work in the rooms and lounge. ##### Alistair Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This small boutique hotel has rooms right on the Douro River. The view was amazing! Located in the historic old town, it was convenient to walk everywhere. The room and bathroom were large and roomy, and the bed and linens were comfortable. Breakfast included was very good, with many fresh fruits, breads, and eggs to order. ##### Janice Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Owen 25 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful view of the a river Douro from our room. Very helpful and friendly staff. ##### Owen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect location for us. Right on the water. Numerous restaurants within walking distance. ##### James Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Fresh breakfast every morning in the common area overlooking the river. Room was extremely comfortable overlooking the river and Gaia. Beautiful facility along the river in historic Porto. ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee 9 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property was left cared right on the river. Excellent breakfasts. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend this hotel. ##### Lee Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne 28 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Would love to stay here again! Wonderful location in old Porto. Staff were very accommodating and the free breakfast was superb with hot and cold selections. Coffee, beer and port wine available all day. ##### Dianne Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very beautiful place to stay with an amazing view! We stayed on a Friday-Saturday and it was a bit noisy being in such a popular nightlife area, but worth it. ##### Janet Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Torel-1884-Suites-Apartments.h31734275.Hotel-Information) > > [Mouzinho da Silveira 215 by LovelyStay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Mouzinho.h91526770.Hotel-Information) > > [Jam Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-Mouco.h65705276.Hotel-Information) > > [Pousada Porto - Rua das Flores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Pousada-Porto-Rua-Das-Flores.h68601518.Hotel-Information) > > [Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Porto-Palacio-Hotel-By-The-Editory.h13417.Hotel-Information) > > [The House of Sandeman](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-The-House-Of-Sandeman-Hostel-Suites.h22520628.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Crete](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Crete-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d180100-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Eurostars Porto Douro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Eurostars-Porto-Douro.h15051013.Hotel-Information) > > [Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baiao-Hotels-Douro-Royal-Valley-Hotel-SPA.h10027684.Hotel-Information) > > [GA Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-GA-Palace.h92807493.Hotel-Information) > > [The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-The-Log-Porto-Hotel-By-Piamonte-Hotels.h113030905.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Battersea Power Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battersea-Power-Station-Hotels.0-l553248621532491902-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hard Rock Hotel New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-New-York.h74799455.Hotel-Information) > > [Pestana Palacio do Freixo, Pousada & National Monument - The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Pestana-Palacio-Do-Freixo-Pousada-National-Monument.h3081172.Hotel-Information) > > [Palacete Severo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Palacete-Severo.h111045220.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa da Marechal - Boutique House by Oporto Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Casa-Da-Marechal-Boutique-Hotel.h108505140.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosa Et Al Townhouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Rosa-Et-Al-Townhouse.h7945742.Hotel-Information) > > [City View - Santo Ildefonso Luxury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Oporto-Invite-Santo-Ildefonso-Luxury.h36190324.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Wareham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wareham-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d182682-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Fishtail Sea House - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Fishtail-Sea-House.h15163721.Hotel-Information) > > [The Yeatman Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-The-Yeatman-Hotel.h3754232.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Cars > [Car hire in Mesa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mesa.d8820.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Enterprise at Mill Lane Bradford GBR](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enterprise-at-Mill-Lane-Bradford-GBR.v71948.Car-Rental-Guide-Location) ### Activities ### Packages ---