WHY WE PICKED THIS HOTEL
We picked Casa Camélia because it’s tucked behind an unassuming door, then opens into a surprisingly large private garden and pavilion that give the stay a calm, house-like feel.
HOTEL DESCRIPTION
Casa Camélia is a small boutique guesthouse in Porto, set in a historic manor house at Rua da Bandeirinha 26, a short walk from the Douro and many of the city’s main sights. It’s intentionally intimate, with 9 rooms, each one styled a little differently and designed around views of the river, the garden, or the surrounding neighbourhood. A big part of the charm is what you do not see from the street: a large private garden hidden behind the house, plus a pavilion space where guests can help themselves to complimentary drinks. Breakfast is served as a buffet each morning, and there’s on-site parking available if you’re arriving by car. It’s a great pick if you want somewhere calm and personal, but still close enough to explore Porto on foot.
Our take on the stay
Eliza
A true small-scale guesthouse with just nine rooms and a hidden garden, offering a warm, residential feel instead of a typical hotel atmosphere.
HOTEL LOCATION
THIS IS GREAT
Only nine rooms, so it stays calm, quiet, and personal
Historic manor house feel, renovated and thoughtfully kept
A large private garden hidden from the street, with pavilion and terrace spaces
Individually designed rooms with mural-style artwork, so each one feels distinct
Rooftop terrace with river and city views
Breakfast buffet served on site, perfect for slow mornings before exploring
A walkable base for Porto’s main sights, with a more residential feel around the house
GOOD TO KNOW
Boutique guesthouse with 9 rooms
Located in Porto
Check-in from 16:00
Check-out until 11:00
Room size: from 21 m² to 52 m²
Garden, pavilion, and rooftop terrace
Breakfast buffet available (paid option)
Parking spaces available (paid, limited)
Pets are not allowed
Around 20 to 30 minutes by car from Porto Airport (OPO)
AMENITIES
Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast included
Free cots available for children
Porto
Porto has a quiet confidence, with tiled façades, steep streets, and sudden views over the Douro that make you stop mid-walk. In Cedofeita, one of the city’s most creative neighbourhoods, galleries, independent shops, and small cafés give the area a distinctly local feel. Set inside a restored 19th-century townhouse with sweeping views and a garden overlooking the city, Casa Camélia feels more like staying in someone’s elegant home than a traditional hotel. It’s intimate, slightly tucked away, and perfectly placed for exploring Porto on foot.
