This place had a great view of the Douro river and the Ribeira neighborhood. In this area you couldn't ask for a better location. I was about a block and a half from the beatiful Ponte Luis I bridge which goes across to Nova De Gaia region. What is so special about this bridge and where it takes you? Well the area across the river contains the storage houses for many of the port wine producers down the river in the Douro Valley. In other words, you can visit most of these storage house and they will teach you about the port wine making process and also taste the final products!
Back to the the Porto River apartments, the building is located in the hottest area of Porto. The neighborhood is filled with lots of great history and many, many great restaurants. Not enough restaurant choices for you? Well, then head uphill toward the many pedestrian friendly streets that are also filled with great restaurants and shops.
The apartment was very clean and had a kitchen which is also a plus if you want to save money on some of your meals. My booking included free breakfast which was excellently prepared by the nice women in the restaurant kitchen. The restaurant seating area is above the river and has great views. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Would I return to this same location in the future? Without a doubt! read more