Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Car hire
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cleanliness
Cons:
Outdated facilities
Poor breakfast
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.38
Several reviews mention cleanliness positively, but some mention issues with old facilities affecting the overall impression.
Service
8.85
Multiple reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, indicating good service overall.
Location
9.39
Many reviews consistently spotlight the excellent location, convenient for accessing city attractions.
Room Quality
6.84
Complaints about outdated furniture and decor negatively affect the score; however, cleanliness was noted positively.
Amenities
7.37
While some amenities are available, concerns over outdated facilities were noted.
Value for Money
8.33
The hotel is noted for good value, particularly given its strategic location despite some drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
6.38
Several reviews criticized the breakfast quality and variety, leading to a lower score.
Overall Experience
7.85
Overall feedback indicates a satisfactory experience, with some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 22:46

Property Description

Prime Location in Porto Old Town
Located just a short stroll from City Market Bolhao, Hotel São José offers a convenient and central stay in Porto's historic old town. Enjoy the bustling Rua Santa Catarina shopping street right at your doorstep.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Indulge in the comfort of traditionally furnished guest rooms featuring modern amenities like satellite TV, minibar, and air conditioning. Opt for a room with a balcony for a charming city view.

Exciting Tours and 24-Hour Service
Explore Porto effortlessly with tours arranged by the hotel's tour desk, offering experiences like the Porto City Tour and Douro River Cruise. Plus, with a 24-hour front desk, assistance is always at hand.

Ready to experience the charm of Porto from the heart of the old town? Book your stay at Hotel São José now.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 10 per day.

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in the business centre and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for € 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 6912 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.38
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 6.84
Amenities: 7.37
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 6.38
Overall Experience: 7.85
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ana belen • family_with_children • es
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • family_with_children • pk
5
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Mario • family_with_children • ar
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Marina • family_with_children • br
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Rocha • extended_group • pt
8
Tranquila
Pros:

Aconchegante

Cons:

Ter uma cama de casal, porque eramos um casal com um filho!

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Dully • family_with_children • br
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Appendino • family_with_children • ar
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Rómulo Cerón Calderón • family_with_children • pa
10
Acogedora
Pros:

Desayuno excelente, buena ubicación, buena atención servicio telefónico a mejorar

Cons:

Todo me gustó

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
B
Bernardo • couple • br
5
Boa estrutura, mas peça em higienização e café da manhã.
Pros:

Simpatia e recepção foram perfeitas.

Cons:

Achamos um papel higiênico usado embaixo da cama, café da manhã é realmente sofrível: poucas opções e as que existem foram ruins.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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2114 • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The room was overall cozy and comfortable. I really liked the size of the room as well. Location was great, most points of interest were walking distance.

Cons:

I made my reservation at this hotel because it was advertised with breakfast included but we were informed breakfast was not included when we arrived. That was disappointing but we paid for breakfast separately.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Joaquim • family_with_children • pt
9
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Gonçalo • extended_group • pt
8
Pros:

Ótima localização e boa relação qualidade preço. Simpatia dos funcionários

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • at
10
The best Hotel in Porto
Pros:

My room was very great and the Hotel was in the near the Underground. Amazing place !

Cons:

The weather 😪

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Christiaan • solo_traveller • nl
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Uitstekende ligging, goede prijs voor de prima kwaliteit

Cons:

Niks alles was goed

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Erratchu • family_with_children • ar
9
Pros:

La ubicacion, la comodidad de la habitacion

Cons:

El desayuno, un poco pobre

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
J
Jean Claude • extended_group • fr
5
Belle situation géographique et personnel professionnel mais hôtel à moderniser de fond en comble.
Pros:

Emplacement et personnel (attentif, souriant).

Cons:

Chambres propres et fonctionnelles mais vétustes avec une literie juste acceptable et surtout la salle de bain désuète (à refaire entièrement).
Petit déjeuner restreint avec un café pas bon et des jus de fruits qui n’en sont.
Dommage

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Jadwiga • extended_group • pl
9
Pros:

Location was very nice, very close to the centre

Cons:

Only the wheather.... there is too much rain in February

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Anamaria Alexandra • couple • ro
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Tiago • couple • pt
9
Pros:

Localização e a simpatia do staff

Cons:

NA

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Ludmila Gala • extended_group • es
8
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, esta en pleno centro y podes visitar los sitios turísticos caminando. El personal fue muy amable y las habitaciones eran amplias, limpias, las camas muy cómoda.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee