In the heart of Porto, Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center offers a vibrant retreat. Start your day with a breakfast buffet and stay connected with in-room WiFi, then unwind in the lobby over coffee or tea. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front-desk safe
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is ₩170,884
₩170,884
₩190,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
18 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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Standard Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
16 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. This eco-certified hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Bolhao Station is 3 minutes and Trindade Station is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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.
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
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 8953
Also known as
Holiday Inn Express Porto Santa Catarina Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Porto Santa Catarina
Inn Express Porto ta Catarina
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG Porto
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG Hotel Porto
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG 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 Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG is in Centro / Baixa, a short 3-minute walk from Bolhao Station and 20 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Holiday Inn Express Porto City Center by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
Breakfast
Service staff
Room
Bed
Restaurant
Refrigerator
Shower
Value
Lobby
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with a variety of fresh choices available. (25 reviews)
Good restaurants and dining options were nearby, with some even within walking distance. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
Great location
Peter
Peter, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
Near restaurant shopping near the Douro River easy excess to tours
DARLENE
DARLENE, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2025
Excellent location, parking garage was 1 block away.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2025
Centrally located. Walkable to most of the attractions
Shamanna
Shamanna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Staffs are very friendly , be able to walk most attractions, breakfast buffet is great!
Annie
Annie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Everyone very friendly, very helpful, close to all the attractions
Sam
Sam, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great Location
Jay
Jay, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2024
Lovely staff, and nice breakfast
David
David, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
The property was central and within walking distance to sites we were interested in seeing.
The staff were very personable and helpful. A special thank you to Paolo and Mariana at the front desk for all of their help.
Would definitely stay here again.
Janet
Janet, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
In the city center so convenient to the things you wanted to do.
NANCY
NANCY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
The staff at the hotel were very personable and very helpful.
Sheila
Sheila, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
The hotel was well located at the top of the shopping street. Also well located for food, snacks, groceries and snacks.
Brandon
Brandon, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2024
Enjoyed our stay very much
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
I enjoyed my stay and would come again.
Tyrone
Tyrone, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
I love the staff, very accommodating
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2024
Close to restaurants, shops, and the river
James
James, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Great location and very friendly accommodating staff. Breakfasts were plentiful with good variety.
Christopher
Christopher, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 29, 2024
A nice express place to stay! Location was great!
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Very convenient location.
susanna
susanna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Excellent location
Uyen Thi Minh
Uyen Thi Minh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Hotel was clean, room was excellent, location was unbeatable. Overall experience great. I will recommend this hotel for anyone who wants to go to Porto Portugal
Nayaz
Nayaz, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Right in the heart on Saint Catarina, very conveniently located property where most everything to see is walkable as as nightlife and eating options.
Offers free breakfast that was also very good.
Jatinder
Jatinder, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Perfect for a few days stat / location is ideal / value/money equation was perfect
Magaly
Magaly, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 13, 2024
Good location & good staffs.
Suggest to have a safety box in the room.
Robert
8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2024
As expected for Holiday Inn. Some of the furniture was dated and stained but room was clean and bed comfortable.