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InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG

5.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with spa, near Porto Historic Center

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In the heart of Porto, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas offers a tranquil retreat. Relax in the sauna or indulge in a rejuvenating massage at this luxury boutique hotel near Livraria Lello and Porto Cathedral. With shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and helpful staff to assist with concierge services or dry cleaning/laundry needs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • In-room childcare

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is €325
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Why we love this property

Boutique luxury in history
Gaze at city views from this riverside boutique hotel. Set in a historical district, the luxury property offers an urban escape in the heart of culture.
Taste of Portugal
Experience Portuguese cuisine at the hotel restaurant or visit the cafe. The bar welcomes evening relaxation, and buffet breakfast starts each day right.
Rest in absolute comfort
Wrapped in dressing gowns with hypo-allergenic bedding, guests doze peacefully in blackout-draped rooms. A pillow menu and turndown service elevate the luxury.

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Quiet Zone)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Liberty Square View, 3 persons)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite (Two Storey)

Suite (Two Storey)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds (Quiet Zone)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite (Panoramic)

Suite (Panoramic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Liberty Square View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Prestige)

Suite (Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Cathedral View)

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Cathedral View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Praca da Liberdade 25, Porto, 4000-322

What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Avenida dos Aliados - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clerigos Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ribeira Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 27 min drive
  • São Bento Station - 2 min walk
  • Coimbroes Station - 7 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 19 min walk
  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 1 min walk
  • Av. Aliados Stop - 4 min walk
  • Pr. D. João I Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Manteigaria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica da Nata - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Astória Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Porto Cathedral and Livraria Lello. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Restaurante Astoria serves Portuguese cuisine. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Pr. da Liberdade Stop is steps away and Av. Aliados Stop is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 113 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner 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

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 10 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 30 per day)
    • On-site valet parking (EUR 30 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3714 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Wellness Center has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Restaurante Astoria – This brasserie specialises in Portuguese cuisine. A children's menu is available.
Cardosas Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Happy hour is offered.

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 checkout. 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 28 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day
  • Valet parking costs EUR 30 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards 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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas Hotel
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InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG Hotel
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"InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas an IHG Hotel"
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Frequently asked questions

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day. Valet parking costs EUR 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway hire. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a 24-hour fitness centre and a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes, Restaurante Astoria offers Portuguese cuisine.

What's the area around InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG like?

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG is located by the river in Centro / Baixa, a short 1-minute walk from Pr. da Liberdade Stop and 11 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as perfect, delightful, superb, excellent, and wonderful. (18 reviews)
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