HOTEL BOA - VISTA, Porto

Hotel Boa - Vista - A historic riverside Porto hotel with rooftop pool and ocean views

Located in Aldoar Foz do Douro e Nevogilde, this 150-year-old 3-star Porto hotel overlooks the Douro River, Atlantic Ocean, and 16th-century Sao Joao da Foz fortress. Hotel Boa - Vista maintains its traditional character with black-and-white etchings of historic sights adorning the walls, while featuring modern amenities including a year-round rooftop pool and panoramic outdoor café. The rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers. A Portuguese restaurant serves a hearty breakfast buffet of eggs, bacon, pastries, and fresh fruits, complemented by a bar offering cocktails, wines, and ports. The property includes a gym with cardio equipment, a guest living room, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk. Positioned within a three-minute walk to Praia do Ourigo and Praia do Carneiro beaches, the hotel stands adjacent to the 19th-century Passeio Alegre garden with its tree-lined avenues, sculptures, and fountains. The Arrabida shopping area is a 15-minute drive away.

Pros

Direct access to two sandy beaches within three minutes

Year-round rooftop pool with glass enclosure during cooler months

Historic building with 150 years of heritage

Located next to a 19th-century garden hosting summer concerts

Cons

15-minute drive from main shopping areas

Some rooms feature older tube TVs as secondary television sets