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At the Wine & Books Hotels – Porto we want you to feel at the centre of a centuries old history, while you enjoy the sophistication and refinement we have to offer. In the heart of the historical centre, we combine modernity with the genuine character of the Invicta (“Invincible”), celebrating two of the art expressions that best define the city: wine and literature.

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«Porto is granite and dreams»

Forever known for the stoic and loyal character of those who live there, the city is thus described in El Rei Junot, by Porto-born author Raúl Brandão. In the historic centre, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage, the centuries-old buildings are, literally, just around the corner. If you are looking for art and culture, unforgettable gastronomic experiences or a vibrant nightlife scene, you are in the right place.

Start your discovery of Baixa (“Downtown”) by visiting the Bolhão Market. Recently renovated, but preserving the stories that define it, this neoclassical-inspired building is one of the city’s main jewels. Inside, the famous fresh products market continues to be part of the daily life of the portuenses and of the memory of those who visit it.

And because the charm of Porto is also present in the more cosmopolitan environments, take a walk along the Avenida dos Aliados, one of the most important arteries of the city, where luxury shops coexist with the architectural heritage that characterises this avenue.

If heights don’t intimidate you, climb the 240 steps of the city’s postcard image, the Clérigos Tower, an 18th century baroque monument, from where you can enjoy the most breathtaking view of the city. Let yourself be enveloped by the granite charm of the buildings or, if you choose to go by night, be enchanted by the lights reflected in the waters of the Douro.

A few dozen metres from the Clérigos Tower, visit the Lello Bookshop, the most emblematic of the many historic bookshops in the city centre and one of the most beautiful in the world. Although its origins date back to the 19th century, it was in 1906 that it occupied number 144 of the Rua das Carmelitas, with its neo-Gothic façade and emblematic stained-glass windows. While preserving the original beauty of the building, the bookshop is now a monument of public interest and a must-see for the thousands of people who visit it every year.

End the day in Ribeira, a meeting point for all generations of portuenses. With its narrow streets and colourful façades on the banks of the Douro, it is the ideal place to admire the D. Luís Bridge or the Port wine cellars that stretch along the other bank, while enjoying the incredible and genuine gastronomy that the city has to offer.

Take shelter outside… and inside

Eugénio de Andrade said that Porto is just a certain way of finding his shelter in the afternoon. Although the city is welcoming and strangely familiar, you don’t need to leave the Wine & Books Hotels – Porto to find the shelter you are seeking for.

Modern but true to the spirit of the original building, the Wine & Books Hotels – Porto offers a contemporary, genuine and welcoming environment. All our rooms are spacious and comfortable, able to exceed the most demanding expectations and ideal to provide you with the moments of rest that you deserve.

Rooms

Superior

The Superior Rooms are filled with details ready to captive even the most experienced travelers are perfectly equipped for an experience of total comfort.
On request, 4 of these rooms may be connected to Deluxe rooms.

Rooms

Superior Room with Balcony

The Superior Rooms with Balcony offer views to the streets of the cosmopolitan city of Oporto.
Designed to surprise and create unique moments, these rooms are perfectly equipped for a memorable experience and total well-being.

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Deluxe

All the refinement and comfort you deserve, in rooms with generous areas. In these rooms you can rest your body and dazzle your mind.
On request, these rooms may be connected to a Superior Room. These rooms take a child extra-bed (on request and with extra cost).

Rooms

Premium Double Room

In family or in couple, enjoy the comfort of our spacious Deluxe Plus rooms that combine refinement, lightness and modernity with warm and sophisticated details and furniture, including a comfortable sofa bed and a large private bathroom with a panoramic shower.

Suites

Deluxe Junior Suite

Located on the last floor, the Deluxe Junior Suite is the dream manuscript of the Wine & Books Porto Hotel.
The Suite combines sleeping, living (with a sofa-bed) and even working areas, as well as a terrace with wonderful views over the city of Oporto.
The large bathroom includes 2 sinks and a double shower.

Suites

Master Suite

Located on the last floor, the Master Suite is the crown jewel of the Wine & Books Porto Hotel
Its 53 sqm combine separate areas: sleeping (bedroom with private bathroom), living (with dinner table, sofa-bed and bathroom) and even working areas.
The terrace offers sublime views over the city and some of its most emblematic monuments, such as the Clérigos Tower.

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RESTAURANT, CAFE AND ROOFTOP

At Wine & Books Hotels – Porto, we aim to celebrate this heritage by recreating the richness of the culinary tradition of the northern region of the country while giving it a modern and sophisticated image.

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Spa and Gym

If the long walks through the city have filled your soul but fatigued your body, make sure you visit our spa. In this modern and welcoming environment, every detail has been meticulously thought through so that moments of relaxation are part of your stay. In addition to the spa, sauna, Turkish bath and contrast bath, you can relax in our indoor pool or choose one of the several types of massages we have at your disposal.

But if you feel that out there the city hasn’t demanded too much of you, visit our fully equipped gym, so that you can keep fit and maintain your training routines.

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In the Neighbourhood

Livraria Lello (Lello Bookshop)

A few metres from the Wine & Books Porto you will find Livraria Lello, the most emblematic of the city and a worldwide reference. Preserving the original beauty of the building, it has become a monument of public interest and a mandatory stop for all those who visit Porto.

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Torre dos Clérigos (Clérigos Tower)

Considered the postcard of the city, it is impossible to remain indifferent to the magnificence of the Torre dos Clérigos, right in the centre of the Invicta and just a four-minute walk from the Wine & Books Porto. After walking up the 240 steps that take you to the top of the tower, you will have a panoramic view over the city.

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Ribeira e Ponte D. Luís (Ribeira and D. Luís Bridge)

The riverside area of Porto is one of the oldest and most characteristic of the city. With the walkway along the Douro full of locals and tourists, it is also the ideal place to photograph the city of Gaia, which you can reach by crossing the deck of the Ponte D. Luís, the most touristic of Invicta.

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Palácio de Cristal

Named after the building, the huge garden is visited daily by hundreds of people, whether for a walk, reading or simply enjoying the scenery over the Douro River. These eight hectares of nature are just a short walk away from the Wine & Books Porto.

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Jardim dos Sentimentos

One of the thematic gardens within the grounds of the Palácio de Cristal, with a privileged location and view. In the shape of a labyrinth and with some benches used by many Porto residents to read, this garden has several plants and flowers related to feelings such as love, pain and jealousy.

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Sé do Porto (Porto Cathedral)

This monument, less than a 10-minute walk from the Wine & Books Porto, stands out for its appearance, which is reminiscent of a fortress church, still retaining traces of the Romanic building built between the first half of the 12th century and the beginning of the 13th century.

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Jardim do Morro

In Vila Nova de Gaia, this place is a must for those who love hang out and enjoy the panoramic views over Porto. Popular mainly at the end of the day, to enjoy the sunset over the city, it has a terrace and is located next to the upper deck of the Ponte D. Luís.

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Caves do vinho do Porto (Port wine cellars)

There are 50 emblematic Port wine cellars that you can walk by in the riverside area on the other side of the river, in Gaia, and get to know where and under what conditions this much appreciated and world-famous wine is produced.

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Mercado do Bolhão (Bolhão Market)

It gives its name to a neighbourhood of Porto and is the most important in the city. Built in 1850, it has been considered of public interest since 2006. After a four-year intervention, it reopened in 2022 with much more modern lines but, due to its history, it is considered much more than a traditional market.

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Capela das Almas (Chapel of the Souls)

Did you know that the municipality of Porto has a total of 40 churches and dozens of chapels? Among so many that can be visited, the Capela das Almas, or Capela de Santa Catarina, stands out for its beautiful interior and the 360 square metres covered with more than 15 thousand tiles on the outside.

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Avenida dos Aliados

It is where the Porto City Hall is located and the name of the avenue comes from the alliance between Portugal and England at the end of the 14th century. With a wide promenade, it is also a meeting point for Porto residents for celebrations such as New Year’s Eve or even FCP victories.

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Café Santiago

Known for its famous francesinhas and sought after by Porto residents and tourists, Café Santiago, with four open establishments, has already won awards such as Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice 2020 and the francesinha was considered one of the 50 best sandwiches in the world by The Big Traveler.

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Estação de São Bento (São Bento Train Station)

A departure and arrival point for travellers and tourists, it is one of Porto’s main attractions. Known for its 20,000 tiles, the São Bento train station is considered one of the most beautiful in the world, according to Condé Nast Traveler.

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Galerias de Paris (Paris Galleries)

All along the street, on both sides, you will find several bars and clubs where you can easily enter and exit as you please. The most iconic nightclub on this street is Plan B, a space divided into three areas with totally different styles of music.

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Barcos Rabelo (Rabelo Boats)

Traditionally used to transport barrels of Port wine from the Alto Douro to the cellars in Gaia, today they sail up the river on essentially tourist trips that tell the story of the construction of the six bridges over that river.

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Street art

Right next to the hotel you will find a 20-metre-long mural with 8,000 hand-painted tiles, the largest piece of public art ever made by artist Joana Vasconcelos. Throughout the city, you will find street art signed by authors such as Bordalo II, Hazul or Vhils.

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Parque de Serralves (Serralves Park)

With 18 hectares, it is a unique reference in the Portuguese landscape heritage. With several circuits and different routes, it is an opportunity to lose yourself in the nature. On the same visit you can also visit the permanent sculpture exhibition.

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