Title: Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! 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) # Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! Hotel in Porto, steps from Porto Historic Center ## Photo gallery for Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! ![Lobby - Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667761/c1f1361d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667761/84945c9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667761/d57a4b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667761/8eb2bfaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667761/291985e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral, Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! has plenty to offer. 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Aliados Stop - 1 min walk - São Bento Station - 5 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Brasão Aliados - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ramen Ro - ‬2 min walk - ‪Café Guarany - ‬1 min walk - ‪Yakuza by Olivier - ‬2 min walk - ‪Confeitaria Tamisa - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! Hotel near Porto Historic Center Close to Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square, Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Heated pool - A lift, concierge services and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with hairdryers - TVs with cable channels - Outdoor lighting, coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119667800/119667772/1523fa36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to Avenida dos Aliados! Spacious Accommodation! Onsite Pool, Bike Rental! 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Management fee: EUR 3 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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, debit card or cash deposit 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 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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 10184 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 576270 ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach!? ### Is Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach!? ### What time is check-out at Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach!? ### Where is Contemporary Hotel Near Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport and Canide North Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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