Mercure Porto Centro Aliados, Porto
Centrally-located boutique hotel featuring contemporary interiors, a heated pool, a garden terrace, and locally-inspired dining
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great location. good food. cute room. nice service. no complaints whatever!
Great location! Hotel was clean and breakfast was great!
Overview
Kimkim's Take
- Located on a pedestrian street, the hotel is within a 10-minute walk from most Porto landmarks and a 3-minute walk from São Bento station.
- The modern, minimalist interiors are accented with thoughtful details inspired by the city's heritage.
- Rooms have large windows and views over the garden or the street, with some featuring private balconies.
- You can dine on a menu inspired by locally sourced and sustainable ingredients in the on-site restaurant.
- The large courtyard garden features a heated pool and terrace.
- The hotel's location on a pedestrian street means direct pickup and drop-off by car isn't possible, but the nearest accessible spot is just a 1-minute walk away.
- Rooms are on the small side, but they're cleverly laid out to maximize the existing space.
Authenticity
The Mercure Porto Centro Aliados recently transformed a historic building in the city center into a modern boutique hotel with local flair. The facade features classic dashes of yellow and wrought iron, but step inside and you'll find modern interiors that take inspiration from Porto's heritage. A palette of Pombaline blue runs throughout, and tiled floors and wallpaper echo the distinctive cobblestones outside. The on-site restaurant features locally sourced produce (including herbs grown in the hotel garden), and the warm staff are known to go above and beyond to make sure guests discover the best of Porto.
Location
A central location in Baixa puts the hotel within walking distance of most of the city's most famous landmarks. You'll have train and metro links on your doorstep, with São Bento station just a 3-minute walk away, and Ribeira Square, the Sé Cathedral, and the Mercado do Bolhão are all within a 10-minute stroll. A 15-minute ramble south takes you to the riverfront and the Dom Luís I bridge. The hotel's location on a pedestrian street means car access is limited, but there's a pickup point within a minute's walk, and parking is available in a paid lot nearby.
Rooms & Bathrooms
The 80+ rooms at Mercure Porto Centro Aliados are on the small side, but they've been cleverly designed to maximize space and light. Powder blue walls with decorative molding give a nod to the building's past, while pale wood floors and minimalist decor keep things feeling contemporary. Large windows overlook either the street or the bright inner garden and pool area (the latter is quietest), and some rooms offer private terraces. Bathrooms are modern and well-equipped, with glossy white tiling and rain-style shower heads. Opt for the Junior Suite for a separate seating area and balcony.
Amenities
The spacious inner garden and heated pool are standout features, especially in a city-central hotel, and there's a terrace overlooking both to catch some sun, sip a cocktail, or play one of the board games provided at reception. The hotel's breakfast offers a bountiful buffet of Portuguese pastries and fresh fruit alongside classic cooked dishes, and for lunch and dinner, the O Sítio Esquecido restaurant serves a menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a dining room dotted with live olive trees. Next door, a stylish bar spills out onto the terrace, and there's a small fitness room on the bottom floor, accessible by elevator.Family-Friendliness
The hotel isn't specifically geared toward families, but children of all ages are welcome, and those 12 and under stay free alongside adults. Book the Standard Room with an extra sofabed to sleep three, or opt for adjoining rooms that can accommodate up to four.Like what you see?
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