I took my boyfriend for a suprise birthday trip to Oporto and thought that the choice of hotel would be its weakest point. However, finally we were satisfied. Our room (suite on the 4th floor) had a nice olde-worlde feel with antique furniture (without view), everything was clean, bathroom had a shower, a bathtub, a sink and a bidet. A... More

A very central hotel and although it is old fashioned, that is part of its charm. We had a spacious front facing room on the 4th. floor which had a street view towards the station. The furniture is all old but in keeping with the character of the hotel. All of the reception staff were very friendly and attentive and... More

I was given a single room which wasn't very attractive. Very small window, no view and very dark. The floor of the bathroom was covered in water. I reported this to reception when I went out and when I returned I was given a large room for 3 people. The room was spacious and very cold. There was no central... More

When I travel to Portugal one of the cities that is a must for me is Oporto with its magic and warmth. This time (June 2012) I made the reservation at the Hotel Peninsular, centre town. An old Hotel with charm and very well kept, polite reception staff and quite clean. The room was clean and comfortable and a modern... More

We stayed in Peninsular for 5 nights and have a terrible expiriance. Those who are not interesting for the location let stay out of this hostel, because location is the only good thing. Everything else is like the time has stopped 50 years ago. Especially pay attention of the rooms without the window or rooms facing the grey wall. Furniture... More

Stayed here for 4 nights due its location but really would want to think twice if I will ever want to stay here again.First, I was shocked at how rude, unhelpful and just plain nasty the brunette receptionist was{while everyone else I interacted with in the city was generally curteous, polite and friendly.}The front desk staff is definitely more responsive... More

This hotel has a wonderfully, old-fashioned atmosphere. I liked the old-style furniture and the general feel of the place. It was central and within walking distance of much of the city. Friendly staff and substantial breakfast. Porto is obviously going through hard times economically and this was evident in some of the buildings in the area of the Hotel.

On arrival we were allocated a "Double Standard"room.A tiny very basic,spartan interior room with a small window opening out on to a light shaft and facing a wall. The "bathroom",if it could be called that,consisted of a WC and shower plate.It was just possible to stand between the two and almost impossible to turn around.There was a washbasin in a... More

Have stayed in this hotel many times as it is close to the train station and near the water front (10 min. slow walking). The staff in the hotel are extremely nice and helpful. Breakfast, although no hot food but there is sufficient cold cheeses and meats with bread rolls and croissants. I would definately recommend this hotel to anyone... More