Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional service
Cons:
Dated rooms
Limited space for families

Categories

Cleanliness
9.55
Impeccable cleaning mentioned in review.
Service
10
Staff was super courteous and provided exceptional service.
Location
10
Location was praised as extremely privileged and excellent for tourists.
Room Quality
8.52
Rooms were spacious but felt dated and were uncomfortable for more than 2 adults.
Amenities
9.56
Great amenities mentioned, including a beautiful hotel bar and inviting atmosphere.
Value for Money
8.51
Perceived low value due to dated property and below-average breakfast.
Food and Beverage
9.54
Breakfast was highly rated and considered the best in years.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall experience was very positive with memorable moments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:51

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in a Historic Palace

Stylish Rooms with Modern Amenities
The InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas offers spacious rooms with high ceilings, flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms. Some rooms even feature a cozy seating area with plush chairs, providing a comfortable and elegant stay for guests.

Wellness and Dining Options
Guests can enjoy a workout at the 24-hour Fitness Centre or relax at the on-site spa with 3 treatment rooms and a sauna. The Restaurant Astoria serves a variety of Portuguese dishes with a contemporary twist, while the Cardosas Bar offers a selection of cocktails and Port wines in a relaxing setting.

Book your stay at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas for a luxurious experience in the heart of Porto's historical centre.

Important information:

Dinner consists of a three-course dinner from a set menu or buffet in a designated hotel restaurant for one or two resident adults sharing a room. Drinks are not included.

Please note that, until end of February 2026, our Wellness Center (gym, sauna and treatment rooms) will be temporarily closed for renovations.

Our team is available to assist with alternatives and ensure a seamless stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: OPO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for € 70 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

9.4
Based on 478 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.55
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 9.56
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 9.54
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Gustavo • family_with_children • br
9
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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maria jose • family_with_children • es
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Rajesh • couple • in
10
It was comfortable and has good accessibility to local tourist attractions by walk.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The lady at the front desk created a bit of confusion on charging for complimentary water on requesting for a water bottle in our room. However, it was taken clarified by the subsequent staff at the front desk.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
K
Kemel • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
J
jose maria • extended_group • es
8
MUY BUEN TRATO Y BUEN SERVICIO
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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KYUNG HEE • family_with_children • kr
8
Pros:

최고의 아침 식사였어요. 분위기며 인테리어는 최고였고 직원들도 친절해서 대접받는 느낌 받았어요. 음식들도 좋았어요

Cons:

방도 넓고 고급졌고 특히 화장실이 넓고 좋았어요. 어메니티도 고급이었고 향이 좋았어요. 아쉬운점은 온도를 설정해놓으면 쉬지않고 히터와 에어컨이 돌아가는데 소리가 계속나서 잠들때 거슬렸어요.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
R
Ruedi • couple • ch
5
Genügend
Cons:

Frühstück , Roomservice

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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RAHIM andres • couple • us
10
Pros:

All
Was perfect

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Leon • couple • ar
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ramon • extended_group • us
10
❤️❤️❤️👍🙏
Pros:

Stayed there before (10yrs) and was looking forward to another stay. We brought other family members this time around.

Cons:

Add a swimming pool to the hotel if possible.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
V
Vitalijus • extended_group • ie
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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May • couple • jp
7
ハードはよかったが、スタッフは高飛車な印象がしてあまり歓迎されている気がしなかった
Pros:

ロケーションはよかったが、前の道路が工事中だった。

Cons:

The staff service was not very good. At checkout, there was only one staff member at the front desk, and that person was busy assisting guests who were checking in, so we were kept waiting for quite a long time. Since this is the busy checkout time in the morning, shouldn’t there be multiple staff members available?

In addition, one of the male front desk staff members was just standing there with his hands in his pockets, without a smile, and we did not feel any sense of hospitality at all. The hotel itself has good facilities, but the staff overall gave an arrogant impression, and we did not feel welcomed in the slightest.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Karin & Jim • family_with_children • au
9
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • solo_traveller • mz
10
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Rodrigo • family_with_children • br
9
Ótima localização, ótimo para casais porém não tão adequado para família.
Pros:

Localização extremamente privilegiada, staff atencioso e excelente manutenção. Limpeza impecável e serviços, de forma geral, satisfatórios.

Cons:

Os quartos não acomodam confortavelmente 3 pessoas. É muito confortável e com manutenção em dia para 2 pessoas/casais. No entanto, a terceira cama e o espaço físico, de forma geral, não comporta mais de 2 pessoas de forma confortável.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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freeXspirit • Family • New York City, New York
6
Excellent location, that’s about the only good thing
Pros:

Mixed thoughts about this hotel. We stayed here because of its central location, and the fact that we were in Porto for only 2 days. So from that perspective, it was perfect - because it is smack in the middle of Porto, in the middle of all the attractions and tourist activities. So high marks for location for sure! As for the property - well, it’s crowded, feels dated, and definitely by no means a 5-star property - not even close. Fitness center is way too small with outdated equipment. Breakfast at the restaurant was below average, limited selection. The rooms were spacious but felt dated - vents were loud at night, bed was uncomfortable because of old mattresses. Staff was super courteous and polite. Might stay here again if we visit Porto again, but only for its location.

2025-12-31 • via Tripadvisor
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Guide34814940223 • Family
10
Beautiful Porto
Pros:

The location, atmosphere and amenities are second to none. Truly a beautiful place to stay when visiting Porto. My family and I had a wonderful time in the city which was always capped off with excellent desserts and port back at the hotel bar. We have decided that this is our place to stay when visiting Porto. No need to look anywhere else. Highly recommended.

2025-12-31 • via Tripadvisor
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RUI • couple • lu
10
2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Fahad • couple • ae
8
2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
J
joannacZ9633NE • Family
10
Amazing service, breakfast and views!
Pros:

What a beautiful hotel with the most perfect location. From the staff in the front to the concierges! I would love to shout out Tiago from the front desk for going above and beyond with answering questions, offering recommendations to the concierge who also went above and beyond when they made a call to our car rental company to extend an extra day. Let's not forget the breakfast! Best breakfast/brunch we've had in years! The restaurant's hostess is so sweet and made our son smile every morning. The hotel's beds and views were amazing as well. Overall, we had the best experience and wish we had reserved for 3 nights instead of two as we didn't want to leave.

2025-12-23 • via Tripadvisor