1872 River House By Olivia Porto
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1872 River House By Olivia Review
Offering a storage room and a shop, the 4-star 1872 River House By Olivia hotel lies in the Uniao de Freguesias do Centro district of Porto, 1 km from Sandeman Cellars Winery and a 12-minute walk from such cultural places of interest as the arched Ponte de Dom Luis I Bridge. Guests will appreciate the views of the city and a quiet location near a tube station, while staying in this Porto guest house.
The 1872 River House By Olivia Porto features a buffet breakfast. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. Guests may find the restaurant Mal Cozinhado fairly close to the accommodation.
Located within 5 minutes' walk of House of the Prince, the non-smoking 1872 River House By Olivia is within walking distance of Funicular dos Guindais. The historical Ribeira Square is around a 5-minute ride from the accommodation, and Francisco Sa Carneiro airport is 20 km away.
Visit Fonte dos Hulsenbos, 350 metres from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Portugal. If you enjoy visiting historical places, 1872 River House By Olivia hotel offers good access to the Stock Exchange Bolsa Palace, which is 5 minutes away by car.
The property welcomes guests to 8 air-conditioned rooms. Some of them come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen television along with coffee/tea making facilities. Furnished with a writing desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and towels.
Terminal dos Loios bus station is only a short drive from this accommodation, and Street art is about a 5-minute ride away.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Exquisite boutique hotel with restaurants and bars.
- Unbeatable central location a short walk from Palacio das Artes.
- Surrounded by a valley and a river.
- Well-appointed and top-notch guest rooms feature fresh decor; most come with an amazing view, a delicious breakfast and a balcony.
- Menu offers excellent authentic fare.
- Soft beverages are included in some rates.
- First-class service provided.
- Excellent prices for the area.
- Rare complaints about a little lumpy beds.
- Past vacationers were disappointed with quite small bathrooms.
Key Features
- free wifi
- airport shuttle
- non-smoking rooms
- elevator
- heating
- air conditioning
- bar
- daily housekeeping
- laundry
- wonderful breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Leisure/ TV room
Activities for Kids
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Avenida dos Aliados 1.02 km (3346 ft)
- House of the Prince Casa do Infante 170 m (558 ft)
- Porto Cathedral 720 m (2362 ft)
- Bolsa Palace 240 m (787 ft)
- Chafariz da Rua Escura 400 m (1312 ft)
- Mercado do Bolhao 1.33 km (4364 ft)
- Livraria Lello 980 m (3215 ft)
- Jardins do Palacio de Cristal 1.84 km (1.14 mi.)
- Ribeira Square 250 m (820 ft)
- Monument Church Of St Francis 180 m (591 ft)