Rua do Bonjardim, 977, Rua de Santa Helena, 31, Porto, 4000-461
What's nearby
Bolhao Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Porto City Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Porto Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Ribeira Square - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Porto Historic Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Porto Airport (OPO) - 19 min drive
Contumil Station - 5 min drive
General Torres Station - 6 min drive
São Bento Station - 19 min walk
Faria Guimarães Station - 4 min walk
Marquês Station - 5 min walk
Trindade Station - 13 min walk
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Restaurante Verde Minho - 6 min walk
Bubbleme Bubbletea - 5 min walk
Confeitaria e Pastelaria Fumeiro Gourmet, Unipessoal - 4 min walk
Apego - 6 min walk
Mamma Mia Ristorante & Pizzeria - 4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Grande Rio
Hotel Grande Rio features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Public transportation is just a short walk: Faria Guimarães Station is 4 minutes and Marquês Station is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 2 days prior to check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 10 per night)
Free offsite parking within 7 ft
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Laundry service
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 0 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 9.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15.00 per pet, per day
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 10 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Grande Rio Hotel
Grande Rio Porto
Hotel Grande Rio Porto
Residencial Grande Rio Porto
Hotel Grande Rio Hotel
Hotel Grande Rio Porto
Hotel Grande Rio Hotel Porto
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Grande Rio offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Grande Rio does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Grande Rio?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Grande Rio?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 10 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Grande Rio?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 0 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Grande Rio?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (20-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Grande Rio and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Hotel Grande Rio also has a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Grande Rio like?
Hotel Grande Rio is in Centro / Baixa, a short 4-minute walk from Faria Guimarães Station and 14 minutes' walk from Bolhao Market.
Hotel Grande Rio Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
August 25, 2024
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 16, 2024
Friendly staff, walkable to the town, faculties were clean and tidy and it was a quiet safe side of town.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
June 16, 2024
Diana
Diana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
April 22, 2024
A good location, 15-20 minute walk from city centre. A very nice cafe nearby.
Adebowale
Adebowale, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
December 8, 2023
Weiqi
Weiqi, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 28, 2023
It was great except that some of the fixtures in the bathroom were a little loose and needed attention.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 27, 2023
An excellent beach with lots of options. Very family orientated.
Jne
Jne, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
July 20, 2023
Brendan
Brendan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
July 12, 2023
june
june, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
June 22, 2023
The room was definitely clean and the attached bathroom as well. The gentleman who helped us was also very nice. But.
But it was definitely in a very depressed area that was quite a walk from the main part of town. And the immediate area was odd, many homes and storefronts boarded up, abandoned, etc. maybe it’s coming back? Not sure, but it’s not there yet.
The room is very noisy - close neighbors and thin walls, yes, but mostly it’s the pigeons, seagulls and street noise. And we were on the 3rd floor.
I think the advertising on this property is misleading. It’s not a bad place, and maybe for the price, that’s what you get, but I would have liked a bit more honest info prior to booking. Maybe this can be that for you.
Jeb
Jeb, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2023
Great stay
We had a great time here even though just staying for 1 night. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, modern and very clean.
The only downside I would say is that our booking said King size bed, but we received a double.
Highly recommend a visit.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 2, 2022
Magic
Excellent
Jose Iuri
Jose Iuri, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
July 3, 2022
Great value for money
The Hotel is only a few hundred meters from the Marques Metro station. The hotel has well appointed rooms with cable TV and am en suite.The staff are friendly and helpful and can provide suggestions on what to do andcwhere to go overall great value for money.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 21, 2022
Hector
Hector, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
April 26, 2022
Very basic hotel. Rooms are small, pillows were a joke, could not even get ice, it is more like a hostel then a hotel, my opinion.
carlos
carlos, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
March 29, 2022
Great price, ok location. Advertised as roof top patio and had a bar but had neither
Charlene
Charlene, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
March 16, 2022
Great staff. Excellent price for the Location.
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 18, 2021
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 8, 2021
Reasonable priced budget hotel clean good staff perfect for whatever l neeed.
owen
owen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
July 20, 2021
Ok hotel for the price
You have bed, tv, ac, bath with good shower pressure.
Missing a fridge in rooms though.
Uros
Uros, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
September 3, 2020
Ihave stayed 4 days and my experience was exellent:the locatikn is very good- just 2 stols from main placa and 20 minutes walk from the centre. The room was with very comfortable bed, was cleaned every day and the 2 men on the recephion were very polite and helpful.
I strongly reccomend the hotel:))
Lina
Lina, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
January 26, 2020
Very good customer service.
Service is good . The front desk is friendly, accommodating and helpful. Location is good, easy to get Uber. The room is a small for the 3 of us - smallest among the 6 accommodations we had in our Spain/Portugal family tour.
Dick
Dick, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 22, 2019
The receptionists were so so friendly and more than willing to help out when it came to directions or recommendations!
Sadie
Sadie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 28, 2019
All well, lovely place, clean, good wi fi.Nice local cafés and restaurants.
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2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
November 17, 2019
A localização do hotel é muito boa. Em um primeiro momento você não vai achar isso, pois é uma rua não muito bonita. Entretanto, depois você descobre que está perto de tudo. Uma grata surpresa!
Por fim, destacaria o atendimento por parte da recepção. Nos deram ótimas sugestões de onde se alimentar e o que visitar e como visitar na região.
The location of the hotel is very good. At first you will not find this as it is a not very beautiful street. However, later you find that you are close to everything. A pleasant surprise!
Finally, I would highlight the reception service. They gave us great suggestions on where to eat and what to visit and how to visit in the area.