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Casa Música Porto Portugal Concertos Arquitetura Ícone Cultura Auditório Sala Orquestra Espetáculos Acústica Design Vanguarda Rotunda Boavista Tráfego Monumento Praça Avenida Esculturas Modernidade
Praça da Ribeira is in the heart of the old town. This is the view from Hotel Ribeira do Porto. It can get very crowded.
Sunset over #Porto skyline.
Porto knows how to welcome tourists, but it doesn’t change its features because of them. I have been there four times now and I still can’t wait to get back: this place has that one special ingredient that makes everything in life remarkable and addictive: charisma.
More about my connection with Porto:
http://www.geekyexplorer.com/porto-with-heart-and-soul/
Still one of my favourite cities. It pulsates with passion, joy, and colours while the Douro refuels it. 
#waterlust #colorful

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Our pick of the best Boavista Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG

3 out of 5
R.de 5 de Outubro 578. Porto
Fully refundable
The price is AU$97 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$97
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
Breakfast was the best in my entire trip to Europe ! Pastries and coffee were amazing

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG
Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory

Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory

5 out of 5
Avenida da Boavista, 1269 Porto
The price is AU$186 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$186
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Spotless large room with a great view. Rooftop bar has great view, but restaurant is expensive and few options.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory
HF Fénix Porto

HF Fénix Porto

4 out of 5
Rua Gonçalo Sampaio, 282 Porto
The price is AU$111 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$111
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Very nice Roo and the staff was very nice

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

HF Fénix Porto
Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is AU$179 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$179
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (837 reviews)
Everything was amazing

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

4 out of 5
R. de Sá de Noronha 70 Porto Porto
The price is AU$139 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$139
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Staff was top notch! Everyone was super friendly, professional and accommodating.. Room was great. Clean, comfortable and had a great sleep at this hotel. Location is fantastic. Walking distance to many major attractions. Will definitely come back!

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Eiffel 22 Porto
The price is AU$156 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$156
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Very clean hotel, best breakfast buffet I've ever had in a European hotel (including Italy), downtown walkable and amazing water views!

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Eurostars Porto Douro
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Other neighbourhoods around Boavista

Facade feature of the Our Lady of Lapa church in Oporto, Portugal

Lapa

While you're strolling through Lapa, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Lapa Station or Carolina Michaelis Station.

Lapa
A good place to relax in #Porto are the gardens of Palácio de Cristal overlooking the Douro. The entrance is fee and there are a lot of beautiful views to delight your eyes.

Massarelos

Consider a visit to Bom Sucesso Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Massarelos. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Museu C. Elétrico Stop or Igreja de Massarelos Stop.

Massarelos
the church Igreja do carmo d dos carmelitas in the old town of  ribeira in the city centre of Porto in Porugal in Europe.; Shutterstock ID 442350118

Cedofeita

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Waterfront views, gardens and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Cedofeita. Make a stop by Porto Historic Center or Boavista Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lapa Station or Carolina Michaelis Station to get around town.

Cedofeita
Porto Cathedral showing heritage architecture, interior views and a church or cathedral

União de Freguesias do Centro

5/5(1 area review)

União de Freguesias do Centro is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Holy Trinity Church and Porto City Hall. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Lapa Station or Trindade Station.

União de Freguesias do Centro
Porto showing a small town or village and a city

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Bolhao Market. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

Centro / Baixa
Portugal, Porto - Panoramic view of colorful medieval houses at Douro river bank in Oporto old town - Portuguese landmark city

Miragaia

Noted for its historical sites and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Miragaia. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Rua de Miguel Bombarda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viriato Stop or Hosp. Sto. António Stop to see more of the city.

Miragaia


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