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1872 River House by Olivia

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Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
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Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Rua do Infante D. Henrique, 133, Porto, 4050-080
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Porto Historic Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Charm Room with City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Charm Room with City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

1872 River House by Olivia

4-star B&B in Centro / Baixa
Concierge services, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a communal living room, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
1872 River House by Olivia offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
1872 River House by Olivia features multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This Porto bed & breakfast also offers laundry facilities, a front-desk safe, and a communal living room.

1872 River House by Olivia is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 30 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1872
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (328 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 17264/AL

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

1872 River House B&B Porto
1872 River House B&B
1872 River House Porto
1872 River House
1872 River House
1872 River House by Olivia Porto
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast Porto

1872 River House by Olivia Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 289 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the 1872 River House was, hands down, one of the highlights of our trip to Portugal. Nestled right on the banks of the Douro River, this charming boutique hotel perfectly blends historic character with modern elegance. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality that felt more like visiting old friends than checking into a hotel. The location is unbeatable — just a short walk to Ribeira Square, yet peaceful enough to escape the tourist buzz. Our room had a view straight out of a postcard: floor-to-ceiling windows opened onto the river, and we spent every morning sipping coffee while watching the boats drift by. It was magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small boutique hotel has rooms right on the Douro River. The view was amazing! Located in the historic old town, it was convenient to walk everywhere. The room and bathroom were large and roomy, and the bed and linens were comfortable. Breakfast included was very good, with many fresh fruits, breads, and eggs to order.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view from our riverside room with a very comfortable bed. The staff were efficient and obliging, with a freshly prepared breakfast provided each day. Easy walking distance up into the city, and close to the bridge to cross to the other bank of the river. There were two minor negative points. It wasn't easy to use the key to leave the property, plus it seems over the top - why not have a button next to the door? And directions to reach the property could be simplified - our taxi driver from the airport had no idea where the place was. All we needed was to be told in advance was to be dropped at the taxi rank outside McDonalds, simple as that.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilian, Guatemala

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect at this hotel! I would return to Porto just to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Fresh breakfast every morning in the common area overlooking the river. Room was extremely comfortable overlooking the river and Gaia. Beautiful facility along the river in historic Porto.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend. Great location.

Excellent location and a great hotel. We very much enjoyed our stay. Easy access to the river area and nice walk across river. Service was great. Good breakfast and they provided filtered water throughout stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couldn't have had better in Porto

Excellent location and base to explore Porto from. Could not have had better. Hotel rooms were very nice and loved the exposed stone work in the rooms and lounge.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was left cared right on the river. Excellent breakfasts. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the a river Douro from our room. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel backs up to an alley and McDonalds where our room was located. I didn’t like the smell from McDonalds. Bed was very comfortable. Water in shower was hard to regulate. Hot and cold. The location for walking, restaurants and shopping could not have been better. I would stay again but ask for a room facing the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Location

Had a little difficulty finding the main entrance. Room was perfect, facing the river. Super quiet. Little weird having the glass shower in the room but we got over it pretty quickly. The staff were exceptional. Aircon had a few issues, but got it working after a few attempts. The breakfast is fantastic, all the pastries were amazing. Lots of choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Cupertino

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The healthy, delicious breakfast and friendly staff made our visit comfortable and memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for us. Right on the water. Numerous restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi, BALTIMORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This location is wonderful and the staff was excellent. The property is so small that it lacks some amenities but it’s a trade off to the location and the special feel of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Super helpful and friendly staff. River view Rooms have wonderful views and renovated ancient rock walls! One downside is the AC needs some work!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sonia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great spot. We were only in Porto for two days of this was the perfect location for that.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masoud

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were extremely professional and nice. Small hotel in an excellent location, can't beat the price, rooms are renovated with quality fixtures. If you care about location then this is the place to stay in Porto.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Guadalupe, Houston

Liked: Amenities
No everything great thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paola, Fresno

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building with amazing river views, elevator, great breakfast buffet. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tae, Bellevue

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024