THE EDITORY HOUSE RIBEIRA PORTO HOTEL, Porto

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel - A modern 4-star urban hotel in a converted ballet school with multi-functional spaces and riverside location

Located in Ribeira's historic center, this 58-room Porto hotel occupies the former headquarters of Balleteatro, the city's first theater and dance school. The Editory House Ribeira features a multi-functional lobby space combining reception, bar, and lounge areas, with breakfast served from 7:30 to 11:00 AM. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, soundproofed walls, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and smartphones with free international calls. The open-plan bathrooms incorporate glass-paneled shower cubicles and freestanding sink areas. The bar serves daily soup, Porto wines, and signature cocktails, while the breakfast buffet includes eggs, pastries, fruit, and made-to-order coffee. Two casual dining spaces feature bench seating and colorful stools, plus a grab-and-go refrigerator with packaged meals. The Editory stands 0.3 miles from Ribeira Square and Bolsa Palace, with São Bento station a 10-minute walk away.

Pros

Guest smartphones provided with free international calls

Central location within 0.3 miles of multiple restaurants including Real Feytoria and Ode Porto Wine House

Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits

Terrace offers city views

Cons

12.5 miles distance from Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport

Open-plan bathroom design may not suit all guests