PORTOBAY TEATRO, Porto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms Overview
PortoBay Teatro has 74 rooms divided into 5 categories, including Gallery, Tribune, Audience, and Junior Suites. Rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with 100+ channels, and coffee/tea makers. Junior Suites include king-size beds, sofa beds, and bathrooms with showers and baths. Some rooms overlook Rua Sá da Bandeira or the interior courtyard.
Dining Options
Il Basilico, the hotel's Italian restaurant, serves bruschettas, tortelloni, pizzas, and risottos. The bar offers snacks and cocktails, including house Limoncello. Breakfast includes pastel de nata, fresh orange juice, cheeses, cold cuts, and eggs. Alfresco dining is available in the inner courtyard with a waterfall wall.
Location & Attractions
The hotel is on Rua Sá da Bandeira, a 2-minute walk from São Bento Station. Nearby attractions include Clérigos Tower, Porto Cathedral, Livraria Lello, and Bolhão Market. The Douro riverfront (Cais da Ribeira) is within walking distance. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Hotel Facilities
Facilities include a 24-hour reception, elevator, and free Wi-Fi in all areas. The inner courtyard serves as an event space. Room service operates for 16 hours daily. The lounge bar has a separate street entrance. Laundry and airport transfers are available.
Room Amenities
All rooms have air conditioning, minibars, and Rituals bath products. Junior Suites add bathrobes, slippers, and smart TVs. Some rooms include sofa beds for extra guests. Soundproof windows reduce street noise. Interconnecting rooms are available for families or groups.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is ideally located near the city center with separate beds, offering a good breakfast, a safe, and an excellent shower. The service was a mix of poor behavior from one staff member but exceptional customer service from the rest. The diner provided unlimited great coffee, and the facilities were satisfactory overall.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and had a great shower, but the doorman's behavior was a letdown at first. On the bright side, the morning staff tried to make up for it, and the service overall was exceptional. The location was fantastic for exploring the city, and the dining was a pleasant surprise with unlimited great coffee. However, some facilities were not up to par with my expectations.
The hotel is in a prime location in the center of the city, ideal for exploring all the Porto sights. The rooms offer a fantastic shower and comfortable beds but lack privacy. The service was exceptional, with attentive staff at the reception desk ensuring a pleasant stay. The dining experience with unlimited great coffee was a highlight. However, some facilities could be improved for a more enjoyable overall experience.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and had an excellent shower, making it very convenient. The service was exceptional; the staff went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. The location was perfect, right at the center of the city, making it easy to explore. The dining experience was delightful, with unlimited great coffee served. Overall, a great value for money.
The hotel had very comfortable beds, a good breakfast, an excellent shower, and a safe in the room. The service was a mix of helpful attempts to improve an initially poor experience and exceptional customer service overall. The location was convenient, close to everything I wanted to visit. The dining experience offered unlimited great coffee, and the facilities were well-maintained. However, the initial unpleasant encounter with the doorman and the lack of a welcome drink stood out as negative points.
The hotel is located in the heart of the city, making it easy to access all the Porto sights. The rooms are comfortable and kept clean, but the lack of privacy for the washbasin is a minor downside. The service, especially during check-out, was exceptional, although a slight hiccup with the doorman asking repeatedly about parking. The dining experience offers excellent coffee and Singapore noodles. Overall, a convenient and friendly place to stay.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were kept clean and had an excellent shower, but there were some issues with the service. The location was very central, but the dining options were limited. Overall, it was a decent stay with some room for improvement.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying a good breakfast and a cozy bed in the room, but privacy was somewhat lacking. The service was exceptional overall, with a minor hiccup promptly rectified by the morning staff. The location was convenient for exploring Porto, and the dining experience offered great coffee.
I had a delightful stay at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and the breakfast was excellent. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and the shower experience was top-notch. However, there were some issues with rude behavior from a staff member that was fortunately balanced out by the efforts of others the next day. The doorman was overly insistent on parking arrangements, but overall, the service was exceptional. The location was perfect for exploring Porto, with easy access to all the main attractions and public transportation. The dining experience offered great coffee and delicious eggs Benedict. The facilities were well-equipped, making my stay even more enjoyable. Overall, a good value for money with a few service hiccups to consider.
The hotel has a really comfortable bed and an enjoyable dining experience with great Indonesian food. However, there is no possibility for privacy in the rooms, and the location is not far from the historic center of Porto. The facilities are modern and clean, offering a great value for money.
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with big balconies, kept clean and accompanied by a good breakfast. The service, while exceptional, had a small hiccup that was rectified the next day. The central location provides easy access to all city attractions. The dining experience is mainly focused on great coffee and Thai food.
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