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Guest House Douro
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  • Inn Details

    Part of World Heritage Site, the house is classified as a national monument. The only bed and breakfast on waterfront Ribeira, Porto's most interesting neighbourhood. Stunning waterfront views to River Douro and emblematic bridge as well as one of Ribeira's most ancient streets. Arqueological excavations during renovations revealed Roman beaches under the house. Attention to healthy solutions such as choice of air conditioning (water and not air), wood floors, cotton sheets, etc. Personalized service, attention to detail. Located only steps away from the most interesting monuments and boat tours.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    We moved here from Canada to open our guesthouse and we are deeply involved in it.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • basic German

    • basic Italian

    • portuguese

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • historical travel

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Radio

    Other Amenities:

    • slippers

    • glass of Port wine upon arrival

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    Nightly Rate

    € 130 - € 170

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: noon

    • Minimum stay: One day is not enough to discover Porto !

    • Deposit amount required: please visit www.guesthousedouro.com under "reservations" for details.

    • Cancellations: please visit www.guesthousedouro.com for details.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: limited choice (port, wine, beer, champagne)

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Historical house. Limited space. Please email us.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No : Historical house. Limited space.

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8h00 to 10h00.

    • Serving location: in room in certain rooms, Breakfast Room, Guest room

    Special meal options

    Additional food services

    • Glass of Port wine upon arrival.

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  • Location Type

    • historical waterfront porto

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Oceanside

    • Wine country

    City

    • Porto

    • Directions to property:
      GPS coordinates on our website, as well as directions to arrive by car. If by car, come and see us first, we have a deal with the underground parking and we have the tickets.

    Airport

    • Porto, Portugal (OPO) 6 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport, metro to Sao Bento Station (about 40 minutes). Then a 10 minute walk down to the river, or a short taxi ride. GPS coordinates on our website, as well as directions to arrive by car. If by car, come and see us first, we have a deal with the parking so come and pick up the ticket here.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • cruises on Douro River

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

    • bird watching

    • Port tasting

    • Shopping

    • Water sports

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    What a trip!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My boyfriend and I, stayed at this guest house for two days, and we really wish we could have stayed longer. Though the rooms were small, Carmen and Joao made us feel at home and welcome. They were able to provide us with places to see in Porto, as well as show us the best places to eat. I cannot wait to return.

    Details, Details, Details

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Guest House Douro is terrific. Carmen and Joao see to every detail. The maps they provide are hand marked IN ADVANCE with a variety of special places to visit; because they aren't preoccupied with marking maps on the spot, they are able to focus on guests' interests and tastes and then individualize their recommendations. By the time we reached Porto, we were ready to hire a private guide for a day, but found no need after several consultations with Carmen, Joao and their assistant. Cleanliness is sacrosanct. Best of all: when Carmen or Joao made dinner reservations on our behalf, we snagged the best table in the house! May the Guest House Douro never change.

    The Best B&B I Have Ever Stayed At

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    While the rooms are small, this is more then made up for by the location, the service, the cleanliness and the outstanding breakfast. The owners and the staff go out of their way to make your stay as if you were at home and knew the answers to everything. Ask and they will help you have a wonderful experience.

    Like staying with chic, generous friends. Wonderful experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I recently had a wonderful stay at the Douro guest house. Carmen and Joao are fantastic, as is their beautifully restored home. We received a very warm welcome from Carmen and enjoyed a glass of port while she explained a map of the city and pointed out highlights. She was full of valuable information that couldn´t be found in any of our guidebooks. Our room (102) was small, but expertly designed so we had plenty of room to organize our belongings. The best part of this room is its two beautiful windows overlooking the river and allowing for beautiful city views and lots of natural light. The design of the room (like everything about this guest house) is very tastefully done! We loved it. Joao served up a delicious breakfast of artisinal breads, pastries and cheese, along with a beautiful assortment of freshly cut fruits (including my favorite passion fruit!). Our last day of the stay, my husband was a little nervous about a phone interview for a job and Carmen even helped him prepare and recommended some excellent port tastings to help him relax. The interview turned out to be a great success!! We can´t wait to return here again soon. Highly recommended! Our only regret is that we didn´t stay longer!

    The Only Place to Stay in Porto!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We spent two nights at the Guest House Douro in October. Our only regret was not staying longer! GHD is perfectly situated for a tourist. This gorgeous B&B is right on the riverfront and a short walk to all of the sights, restaurants, and public transportation in Porto. We stayed in room 302, which had a wonderful view of the Douro River. Our room was small (typical for European accommodations), but was cleverly furnished to make the best use of space. Despite the size, our room was incredibly comfortable. The lavish bed linens made for a perfect night’s sleep and the bathroom felt like a mini-spa! Our room was equipped with a flat screen TV (with programming from around the world), bathrobes and slippers, bottled water and a safe. Guest House Douro is an ultra-modern gem in one of Portugal’s most historic cities. It is immaculately clean. The décor is stunning and tasteful with clean lines and bold colors. Each morning we were greeted by Joao at breakfast. Artfully plated fruit, meats, cheeses, yogurt and fresh bread were always waiting for us. Various coffee drinks and tea were also available. Not to mention wonderful conversation and suggestions on how to spend the day from Joao. Carmen was available to guests in the evening. She always had perfect insight on what to do and most importantly – where to go for dinner. Her recommendations were wonderful, and when Carmen made a reservation for us, we were pampered when we arrived at the restaurant! Carmen was always willing to accommodate any request….from a wakeup call from a nap, to making arrangements for a taxi, to helping American tourists communicate with area businesses in Portuguese! It is obvious that Carmen and Joao have devoted their lives to their business. They love what they do and they truly love their guests. The accommodations are superb, but is the warmth and friendliness of the innkeepers that really make Guest House Douro special.

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