Vilar Oporto Hotel 3*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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On-site Dining
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Meeting facilities
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Wheelchair access
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
Nestled in Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, which is home to many student-friendly coffee shops and the hip Mercado do Bom Sucesso, known for its gourmet cafes, wine bars and produce stalls well-known for historical sights like the Stock Exchange Bolsa Palace, located nearly a 25-minute walk away, the unique 3-star Vilar Oporto Hotel offers a restaurant and a storage room. Boasting a location only 0.7 km from the cultural heritage monument "Bom Sucesso Market", this Porto hotel offers 55 rooms and a terrace bar onsite.
Around a 10-minute drive from Cais da Ribeira, the comfortable hotel is also within 20 minutes' walk of the ornate Livraria Lello Bookshop. The nearby sports attractions include the all-seater Estadio do Dragao Football Stadium, within a 4-km distance of the Vilar Porto. The accommodation is also in proximity to the Douro River. The hotel is situated just moments from the Avenida dos Aliados, and Internorte bus station lies merely a 5-minute stroll away. São Bento railway station is only 1.8 km from the Vilar.
The rooms comprise a balcony complete with air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms also look out over the river.
Indulge in a free breakfast at Vilar Oporto Hotel, where you can enjoy cheese, fresh fruits, and fresh pastries. O Cantinho de Vilar restaurant offers Portuguese specialities on site the property. There is a restaurant serving European food a mere 500 metres away.
Review by hotel critic
The rooms, though cozy, offered a nice view of the river and the motorway bridge near Porto. the free private parking was a convenient perk, given our active schedule. In terms of family-friendly amenities, the hotel's location was ideal for exploring Porto with ease. Despite a slight lack of nearby dining options open late, our time spent in the dining hall during breakfast was enjoyable, offering a lovely view of Ponte da Arrábida. While the management may need to focus on upkeep, overall, Vilar Oporto provided a decent stay for my family's vacation.
