1872 River House by Olivia

I selected this hotel for the uniqueness of the rooms and location on the river. What I didn't know is that it is the last hotel on the tourist *****. I would have rather been closer to the walking bridge and dining with the buskers. However, it was only a 5 minute walk and I saved $30 per night by being further away. The staff is superb. I was only expecting a continental breakfast, but was offered a fresh omelette! I was surprised when my ingredients came on the side, but maybe that's a European thing. Plenty of options on the buffet to compliment my omelette. I was unable to take advantage of the meal two other days and had a bagged breakfast on my door handle. Two different meals which was a nice change. The room was comfortable and completely quiet with the windows shut. I was last in the hotel to take a shower one day and had a cold shower. Didn't make that mistake again. I liked that this hotel was right next to the taxi stand for my longer travels. On Sunday they move around the corner due to church service. I also admit, I took advantage of McDonald's hot fudge sundae for dessert. But I worked it off the next morning using their patio as my workout facility -- they clear all the tables and I used the bench for dips!

What a fabulous place to stay in Porto. Located right on the Duoro River, everything is a short walk away (albeit with some stairs at times). Bruna greeted us and was a gracious and welcoming host. The room was lovely and comfortable. Breakfast (and our servers) was superb and we enjoyed everything about 1872 River House, especially the personal touch.

You go there because of the view. BUT you pay the price also for poor service: - Shower hot water inconsistent, with very difficult way to set the temperature right. An american complained he could not at all in a different room. - Under staffed. Only one person to serve breakfast: for 8 people…

We were pleasantly surprised with this Botique-ish hotel. It was spacious, clean and quiet even if on the busy river front street. Parking was close and the service (except breakfast the last day when we couldn’t get hot wggs) was great. We had breakfast there every morning. I would stay here again without a doubt. Everything is up from the hotel, but then most things worthwhile are!

Wonderful small guesthouse with very attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Very accommodating in terms of early arrival and very early departure. Organised taxis and food bags to go as missed breakfast and always replied to e mail enquires very promptly before we arrived. Breakfast was good, tea and coffee available all day in dining/ lounge area. We had three rooms, the 2 river frontage rooms are beautiful in terms of decor and stunning views but can be noisy at weekends. The noise is from the other side of the river, so not the immediate locality and is we believe limited to local festival periods. The city view room was quiet. The guesthouse is located centrally, an easy walk along the riverfront and close to restaurants, historic highlights, and the old city tram stop. It is a building of character that is part of old traditional Porto. Would definately stay again.

This is a great location if you want to be in Riberio, near the river. Our room was spacious and had a balcony the length of the room where you could stand and get great views of the river and across to Vila Nova de Gaia. This however also means it is in a busy area and is noisy at night. We stayed at the weekend and could hear music from a club in Vila Nova till 6am, despite our shutters, so bring earplugs. Breakfast was a simple buffet but they offered bacon/eggs if you wanted.