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Built on the right bank of the Douro river, Oporto (or Porto) is a city where the old features contrast with the new. Its winding, hilly, narrow streets in the old town are a complement to its wide modern avenues which spread out to the suburbs. As capital of the north, Porto is very unpretentious and unashamedly commercial. As a Portuguese saying goes: Lisbon shows off, Braga prays, Coimbra studies and Porto works.
For the year 2001 Porto shared the title of the European Capital of Culture with Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Porto is a fascinating city with lots of unknown treasures to discover by just strolling around. Here, at the delta of the Douro River, the second heart of Port wine beats. The wines, that are produced in several quintas up the river on step hills, are here bottled and shipped to all over the world. Vila Nova de Gaia, the city opposite of Porto on the left bank of the River, is the home to all the well known Port wine companies like Taylors, Dows, Offleys, Calem etc. Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia are directly connected through the Ponte de D. Luis I, a steelwork construction build in the 19th century. This bridge, dominating the skyline of the two cities, is a double bridge that connects on the one hand the upper towns of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia and on the other hand the river banks. The most direct route to the wine lodges is across the lower level from the Cais da Ribeira, but if you have a head for heights it is an amazing sensation to walk over the upper deck, otherwise take bus no. 32, 57 or 91 from Sao Bento train station. Standing on the upper bridge and looking eastwards you will see the second steelwork construction bridge of Porto, the railway bridge Ponte de D. Maria Pia, designed and contracted by Gustave Eiffels company with ThEophile Seyrig as chief engineer in 1876 / 1877, length 160 m. |
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This is the complete list of Porto hostels and other types of cheap accommodation such as cheap hotels, B&B s and guest houses in Porto, Portugal which you can book online free now with Hostel Bookers.
For more information about a single hostel, you can click the the hostel link from the list below. All hostels in Porto are hand picked and they are proven to be backpacker friendly. Check hostel photos, read customer reviews and if you are satisfied, you can book you dorm bed or private room from our site for free. |
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Pio De Aalcar Hotel
Situated in a peaceful location in the city centre, the hotel Pao De Acucar offers 52 spacious rooms...
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Costa Do Sol
Costa do Sol offers an ideal and welcoming atmosphere for enjoying a holiday or a business trip...
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Hotel America
Hotel America offers an ideal and welcoming atmosphere for enjoying a holiday or a business trip...
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Residencial Dos Aliados
Occupying an impressive building which is one of the citys architectural landmarks, the Residencial dos Aliados provides the best accommodation in its catagory...
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Grande Hotel De Paris Residencial
The Grande Hotel de Paris Residencial is situated in the center of Porto, World Heritage, near the So Bento railway station...
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Residencial Palanca
The Residencial Palanca is situated in the center of Porto close from restaurants and shopping areas...
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Residencial Rex
The Residencial Rex is situated on the main square of Porto Republica, and offers 20 comfortable rooms...
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Hotel Malaposta
Welcome to the Hotel Malaposta at Oporto, situated in the center of the city with an excellent relation quality price...
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Residencials Marino
Comfortable rooms with private bathroom, equipped with satellite television, direct dial telephone and heating...
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Residencial Grande Rio
The Residencial Grande Rio is located in the heart of the World Heritage city of Porto, on a very calm place...
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Residencial Cristo Rei
Located in the down town Oporto, offers 30 comfortable rooms, equipped with phone and private bathroom...
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Residencial Chique
The Residencial Chique is perfectly situated on the Avenue dos Aliados, giving an easy access to the main sites of this surpirsing city...
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Residencial Universal
The Residencial Universal is situated in the elegant Avenida dos Aliados in the heart of OPortos historical centre...
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Residencial Estoril
The Residencial Estoril is situated in Portos city centre, in a quiet place, in the pedestrian area of one of its most commercial streets...
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Hotel Porto Mar
Porto Mar Hotel is close to everything and everyone. Placed in the heart of Matosinhos city, right next to Porto, it has great access facilities...
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Hotel Menfis
Situated on the Rua Firmeza, the Hotel Menfis is an easy step to all the main attractions of the city...
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Hotel Ipanema Park
Strategically located between Boavista and Foz, the Hotel Ipanema Park is just a few minutes away from both the city centre...
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Hotel Ipanema Porto
The city of Oporto Boasts 2000 years of history. It is closely linked to the founding of the Portuguese nation and has even provided it with the origins of its name...
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Hotel Fanix Porto
The location of the Hotel Fnix Porto in the cultural, commercial and business centre of Boavista is one its outstanding features...
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Hotel Tuela Porto
The city of Oporto Boasts 2000 years of history. It is closely linked to the founding of the Portuguese nation and has even provided it with the origins of its name...
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Hotel Inca Best Western
Welcome to the Hotel Inca Best Western situated in the center of Porto, World Heritage. Near the town hall, the Avenida dos Aliados and underground Trindade station...
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Apulia Praia Hotel
O Norte, a Praia, o Mar. A Natureza to perto de si!...
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Estalagem Via Norte
The Estalagem Via Norte Hotel is close to Porto with easy access to Maia and Matosinhos. It has 47 comfortable bedrooms and 3 suites...
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Eurostars Das Artes
Eurostars Das Artes 4* is an excellent choice for both business and leisure trips. Each of the 89 guest rooms are tastefully decorated and very well equipped in order to offer a comfortable stay. Due ..
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Aae Santo Andre Hotel
The AAE Santo Andre is a beautiful 2 star hotel with private shower rooms and private bathrooms and balconies overlooking a vibrant shopping street. Located in the heart of the city. Our spacious room..
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Black And White Hostel
Black and White Hostel (BandW) has all the art, style and comfort for all cool travelers...
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Oporto Poets Hostel
Welcome to Oporto Poets Hostel, the newest project of the Lisbon Poets Hostel, opening on the 15th of June 2007 Here you will find the same quality and character, as before, now in the romantic city o..
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