{"id":7016,"date":"2024-02-28T14:00:38","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T14:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/38.242.230.232\/~portoalities\/?p=7016"},"modified":"2025-08-08T16:29:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T16:29:56","slug":"boutique-hotels-porto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portoalities.com\/en\/boutique-hotels-porto\/","title":{"rendered":"The best boutique hotels in Porto (that no guide will tell you about)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I already wrote about the most romantic things to do in Porto<\/a> but it was missing a list of the best boutique hotels in Porto.

There are plenty of good options in the city, so to help you out, I divided the best boutique hotels in Porto according to neighborhoods, and explain you in detail why you should consider staying in each specific neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before reading this article, I recommend you to start your quest by reading my guide about Where to Stay in Porto – the best neighborhoods<\/a> as it is a very comprehensive guide, offering a list of pros and cons of staying at each different area of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can quickly navigate this article using this table of contents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best boutique hotels in Porto: Ribeira neighborhood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ribeira is the most picturesque neighborhood in Porto, with its tiny colorful houses and rabelo boats. There you can find the famous Pal\u00e1cio da Bolsa and the stunning St Francis church. In Ribeira you are also within waking distance from the best Port wine lodges<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also the place to get the pleasant 6 Bridges cruise in the Douro river<\/a>, or the famous tram ride 1 in Porto<\/a>, that goes all the way to the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only downside is that as Ribeira is by the riverside, to get to Downtown Porto (Baixa) you have to go up the hill (quite ironic, uh?!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ribeira is the perfect neighborhood in Porto for those who want to enjoy the most photogenic views of the Douro river and take advantage of all the activities taking place by the riverside.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Descobertas Boutique Hotel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Descobertas Boutique Hotel<\/a> has a lot of character, which is one of the reasons why I consider it one of the best boutique hotels in Porto. Its discrete entrance hides a modern hotel where each floor is dedicated to a place that Portugal found during the Discoveries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bedrooms are not huge but the bathrooms are amazing, covered in marble, with a lot of space and light. The common areas are also very cozy, as you can see on the pictures, and the breakfast is definitely one of the highlights of Descobertas Boutique Hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exmo. Porto<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Exmo. Porto<\/a> is on this list of the best boutique hotels in Porto due to its amazing common areas (I don\u2019t know about you, but I don\u2019t fancy spending time inside a bedroom when I travel!). This hotel beautifully merges the old granite walls of Porto with English leather sofas and vintage desks, creating a very cozy and relaxing atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another positive aspect of Exmo. Porto<\/a> is the variety of its continental breakfast and how accommodating they are to food allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mo House<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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I have a thing for bright, white bedrooms with a vintage touch and in that regard, Mo House<\/a> is a dream come true. This lovely boutique hotel in Porto combines the timeless elegance of white furniture with the exoticism of fantastic textiles. Most rooms have comfortable armchairs by the window, with an incredible view of the Douro river, providing a relaxing and introspective moment \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel<\/a> is a place that leaves a lasting impression. Its location in a historic building (it used to be a famous stationery shop in Porto) adds a unique touch of charm. The rooms are moderate in size but stylish and comfortable, with a modern aesthetic that\u2019s hard to miss. Moreover, I love it that the balconies face Largo de S\u00e3o Domingos, one of the most beautiful square in Porto, full of great restaurants and street musicans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The wonderful breakfast and restaurant food, especially the \u2018pastel de nata\u2019, are a delight. All in all, Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel<\/a> offers a unique blend of history, comfort, and gastronomy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n