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A 16th-century building renovated into a boutique hotel in 2012, Maison Particulière has retained its original grandeur. It combines contemporary comfort and elegance with the feeling of staying in a stately home. There are just ten rooms, so the service here is impeccable. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel is just a five-minute walk from major sights such as the Sé do Porto and the Palácio da Bolsa.
The original staircase carries you up to the rooms. Each one is individually decorated while keeping the original features of the building, such as exposed stone walls and reclaimed ceiling panels. All rooms offer en suite bathrooms with a free-standing shower, as well as air conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Breakfast is served à la carte each morning, with orders placed the night before. You all eat together around one dining table so you can meet your fellow guests. Alternatively, you can take breakfast in your room. There’s also a comfortable lobby area with a small bar where you can gather and chat over a drink. Although there’s no restaurant at the hotel, there are several restaurants, bars and cafés just steps away from the front door.
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Varying slightly in size, each room is designed differently. Some have balconies and views of the city, while others offer internal patios and garden views. Complementing the original ceilings and exposed stone walls, decoration is historical in style, with an emphasis on quality as well as modern comfort. All rooms provide TVs, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and feature en suite bathrooms with free-standing showers.
The hotel is ideally located within five minutes’ walking distance of sights such as the Sé do Porto and the Palácio da Bolsa, as well as the bustling Ribeira waterfront. In less than ten minutes, you can reach the São Bento Train Station and Porto’s landmark tower, the Torre dos Clérigos.
The hotel aims to create a sense of community by serving à la carte breakfast around a single dining table each morning. You can also take breakfast in your room, if you prefer. The hotel doesn’t have a restaurant, but there are dozens of cafés, bars and restaurants just steps away.
We find the service at Maison Particulière friendly and personal, and the whole property conveys an air of quality and elegance.
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
Set in the bustling Praça da Liberdade and occupying a former palace, the InterContinental Porto is in the heart of the city. An upscale city hotel, the property features an excellent restaurant and offers easy access to Porto’s attractions.
Overlooking the Douro River from its exceptional location on the Ribeira district’s waterfront, the Pestana Vintage Porto is well situated for you to explore all the city has to offer.
A refined wine hotel just across the Douro River from Porto, the Yeatman offers very comfortable accommodation in the quiet Vila Nova de Gaia district, along with an extensive spa and a Michelin two-star restaurant.
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
Historical tour of Braga & Guimarães
Visit churches, castles and palaces, winding lanes and medieval plazas as you explore historic Braga and Guimarães. A guide and driver will help you explore two of the most significant cities in Portuguese history on this private full-day tour from Porto.
Porto panoramic tour with lunch cruise
Explore Porto’s history and culture on this half-day guided tour that includes a walking tour of its historic districts, a visit to the beach and a hilltop lookout, as well as a river cruise where you can enjoy lunch on board.
Portuguese country cooking class
On this hands-on half-day activity, you’ll visit a family farm in the countryside and learn to cook authentic Portuguese dishes. You’ll get an insight into Portugal’s food traditions and typical ingredients, as well as learning the practical skills you’ll need to prepare the dishes back home.
