Title: DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) Entire apartment # DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Porto Cathedral ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/b0b6084d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/4f669f78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/74c28325.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/8cf07b3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/b791dd16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience Porto's vibrant Historic center at this designer-decorated apartment, where you're just a 1-minute walk from Rua de Santa Catarina. With fast Wi-Fi, cable TV, and easy access to the city via public transport or on foot to the Douro River and Ribeira. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Excellent new apartment in the Historic Centre of Porto in a rehabilitated building 1 minute walking from the iconic Santa Catarina Street. The apartment is decorated by designers and located in front of Batalha Square, surrounded by shops, restaurants, supermarket, all types of access and services. Fast Wi-Fi for remote digital workers, speed is also guaranteed for business trips. Cable TV also available. Perfect for short or long stays as it is fully furnished and with easy and good access in the city, about 1min from public transport. The Douro River is just a few minutes walk away, with Ribeira being accessible without the need for any transport. The apartment has a bedroom with a double bed for two guests and a sofa bed for two guests in the living room, which provides capacity to accommodate 4 people. The apartment is only accessible by stairs. The apartment is fully equipped with all necessary kitchen products, oven, hair dryer, iron, refrigerator, freezer, vacuum cleaner, electric radiators for cold days in the bedroom. Both bedding and towels are of hotel quality and are sanitised by professional laundry and are included, in addition to shampoo and shower gel Amenities such as toilet paper, salt, pepper, olive oil, vinegar, coffee, napkins are provided for the first few days. There are works in progress in the building next door. Easy and relaxed check-in with safe or digital codes, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 AM, with no costs for late arrivals. All guests must provide their identification documents in a timely manner. Parties are completely forbidden, or any type of noise or disturbance in the building or inside the accommodation. We have a zero tolerance policy for any type of noise complaints. Our team is always available to make your holidays in Porto as comfortable and unforgettable as possible. We hope to welcome you soon! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 484 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92830000/92820300/92820284/8decbed6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GuestReady - Classic and elegant near Cathedral Sé - Kitchen - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 19 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 26 Nov - 27 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=92820284&PinnedHotelID=92820284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![City Studio | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91370000/91360500/91360436/1ddc5704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Almada 91 Centro / Baixa - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=91360436&PinnedHotelID=91360436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115930000/115924000/115923992/2c1957e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HostWise - Stylish Flat w/ Balcony Centro / Baixa - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi £95 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=115923992&PinnedHotelID=115923992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42340000/42333700/42333689/64fa0d13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nomad's Netto & Subway - Sunny Balcony Centro / Baixa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=42333689&PinnedHotelID=42333689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34490000/34482000/34481967/8efc07b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wine apartments- Ribeira Centro / Baixa - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=34481967&PinnedHotelID=34481967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18764100/18764001/94585deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flowerstreet54 - Romantic Apartment at Downtown Center Sé - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=18764001&PinnedHotelID=18764001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34390300/34390264/32ef1ec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Porto, City Center Apartment - Right in the Heart of the City! 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 35666/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. ### Property is also known as 427667 ## About the area ![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%7C41.14612%2C-8.60566&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n1x2aysmY4OnSIzN2-dqwMP-Puw=) Oporto #### What's nearby - Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Bolhao Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Porto Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Porto City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Ribeira Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Batalha Stop - 2 min walk - São Bento Station - 7 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Majestic Café - ‬4 min walk - ‪Café Santiago - ‬2 min walk - ‪Brasão Cervejaria Coliseu - ‬2 min walk - ‪Café Santiago da Praça - ‬2 min walk - ‪República dos Cachorros - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY located? > Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Poveiros Square and Porto Cathedral. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 15 minutes. Batalha Stop and Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop are within a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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