PORTO A.S. 1829 HOTEL, Porto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Stationery Hotel
Porto A.S. 1829 Hotel occupies the former Araújo & Sobrinho stationery shop, which opened in 1829. The hotel displays original typewriters, office equipment, and shop artifacts throughout its spaces. It is located in Porto's UNESCO World Heritage historic center, a 5-minute walk from São Bento Station and 20 km from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport.
Rooms with Character
Rooms feature light-wood floors, patterned tile accents, and soundproof windows. All include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Private bathrooms have rainfall showers; some rooms include a classic bathtub. Select rooms offer views of Porto's historic streets.
Portuguese Cuisine Journey
Galeria do Largo Restaurant serves traditional Portuguese dishes with contemporary techniques. The menu includes codfish loin with beans and sausage, octopus with crowned potato, and duck leg with orange gnocchi. Breakfast offers scrambled eggs, cold cuts, fruit, soy milk, and gluten-free options. Service hours are weekdays 7:30 AM-10:30 AM and weekends until 11:00 AM.
Central Cultural Access
The hotel is steps from Ribeira Square, Clérigos Tower, and the Douro River waterfront. Key landmarks within 0.5 km include Igreja da Misericórdia, Palácio da Bolsa, Livraria Lello, and Mercado Ferreira Borges. The surrounding area features colorful houses, traditional alleyways, and waterfront eateries overlooking Vila Nova de Gaia.
Stationery Heritage Experience
Each floor showcases different eras of the stationery's history, including original postcards, typography equipment, and bookbinding artifacts. The ground floor houses the modern Araújo & Sobrinho shop selling Porto guidebooks and art prints. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service and concierge assistance for local exploration.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel rooms were cute, clean, and renovated, offering robes and mini bar services; however, the set contents were squeezed in without much thought to design or layout. The location is great, situated on a small square with numerous dining options nearby. The dining experience was amazing, with a variety of hot and cold choices. The facilities were top-notch, including home-made organic products.
Staying at this hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms, despite being dark and dingy with a complicated lighting system and an exposed en-suite, were surprisingly quiet, and the location overlooking the Flores pedestrian street was pleasant. However, the poorly designed and furnished room, including the unusual bath tub in the bedroom, was a downside.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were a mixed bag, some lacking basic amenities like drawers or proper hanging space, but overall comfortable and well-appointed. The service was top-notch, with the receptionist going above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The location was vibrant but noisy due to nearby construction and street performers. The dining experience was enjoyable despite limited options. The facilities were decent, though some room for improvement was noted.
My stay at the hotel was a great experience overall. The room I stayed in was clean and fairly spacious, although I had a bit of trouble with the light controls. The double windows kept the room very quiet, which allowed for a comfortable and restful sleep. I would recommend requesting room 406 for an even more gorgeous room next time.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were bright and soundproof, and the comfortable bed made my stay so relaxing. The tub in the room was a great addition. The service from the staff was exceptional, with unexpected treats like port and pastel de nata. The location was perfect, right in the city center with wonderful restaurants nearby and close to important tourist spots. The dining experience was of a very high standard, and the hotel facilities were excellent.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were nice, but the tiny toilet/shower room was a bit dark and small. Despite that, they had everything we needed, but I must say they were uncomfortably small. The service was exceptional; incredibly friendly and helpful staff made my stay even more enjoyable. The location was perfect for sightseeing on foot and exploring the main sites nearby. The dining experience was out of this world with so many choices, including a bucks fizz option. The facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed during my stay.
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