Hotel Grande Rio, Porto

Hotel Grande Rio - A budget-friendly hotel in Centro/Baixa with a rooftop terrace and 24-hour bar service

Located in Porto’s Centro/Baixa district, Hotel Grande Rio offers 22 air-conditioned rooms with modern furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Each room includes soundproof walls, a wardrobe, and city views. The hotel features a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a 24-hour bar with microwave access. A buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in communal areas and request city tours or Douro River cruises from the staff. The property is a 5-minute walk from Faria Guimarães Metro Station and 1.5 km from São Bento Train Station. Nearby attractions include Mercado do Bolhão (1 km) and Clérigos Tower (1 km). Private parking is available on-site.

Pros

The rooftop terrace and garden provide outdoor relaxation space.

A 24-hour bar with microwave access offers convenience for late-night meals.

Private parking is available, a rare feature in central Porto.

Staff can arrange city tours and Douro River cruises upon request.

Cons

Wi-Fi is only available in communal areas, not in rooms.

The buffet breakfast ends at 10:30 AM, which may be early for some guests.