Duas Portas

in Porto, Portugal

We are in the perfect location between the crowded city centre and the quietness of the ocean and the river.

Luisa, owner and manager
Duas Portas, Porto, Portugal

Duas Portas

  • Location: City
    Closest beach: 5 mins walk
    Douro river: 1 min walk
    Shops and restaurants: In walking distance
    Old Porto centre: 15 mins by bus or tram
  • Porto International Airport (OPO): 14 km (15 mins by taxi)
    Campanhã train station: 7 km (10 mins by taxi)
    Airport transfer available on request
    Good public transport
    Free parking
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An introduction to Duas Portas

How would you describe Duas Portas in a nutshell?

Duas Portas is a perfect mix of three things — good architecture, caring service and a great location. It is a small boutique hotel a few steps from the river and only 10 mins from Porto city centre.

What is the story behind Duas Portas?

Duas Portas is a family business. We all grew up in this part of Porto and it started when my uncle bought the place and my mum designed the buildings and interior spaces. My aunt, my brother-in-law Miguel and I have been running the guesthouse for the last three years.

How would you describe the atmosphere and what makes Duas Portas special?

It has a minimalist atmosphere while at the same time being comfortable, warm and cosy. I feel like it’s an authentic way to stay. It offers all the comforts of a hotel coupled with an atmosphere where guests feel at home.

The architecture allows for the connection between past and present, offering tradition with comfort. The decoration follows the same line, combining design pieces with furniture exclusively designed for the project. You’ll find attention to detail, from the colours and textures to the materials, creating harmony and simplicity as a whole.

Is Duas Portas suitable for couples or families with children?

Both. There’s definitely a romantic atmosphere here due to the river views but children of all ages are also welcome.

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Duas Portas
Breakfast al fresco
Garden
Breakfast room
Breakfast
Hallway
Hallway
Common room
Reception
Staircase
Staircase
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Room 4
Room 5
Room 6
Room 7
Room 8
Bathroom
Douro river view from rooms
Garden view from rooms
Breakfast in sunken courtyard
Breakfast in sunken courtyard
Sunken courtyard
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Duas Portas
Douro river
Douro river

Duas Portas rooms & rates

Duas Portas is a small boutique hotel with 8 rooms, 4 facing the river and 4 looking out onto the garden. They are all individually decorated.

You enter the property through a beautiful old wooden door, which leads to the reception area on the ground floor. Adjacent is a small living room where we have espresso coffee and home-baked goods each day, together with a larger living space equipped with a TV and sofas. Also on the ground floor are the breakfast room, a patio and a large garden, which comes as a bit of a surprise as you wouldn’t expect it from the street.

There are two additional stories, each with four rooms of various shapes and sizes. Two rooms on each floor face the river/sea and two look out across the garden. The second-floor rooms all have high ceilings and two of the en-suite bathrooms are illuminated by natural light. All of the furniture is custom made or vintage, with several contemporary Portuguese design pieces and artwork painted by sister also decorating the rooms.

  • Room 1 for 2 people / 25 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Sea view
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 25m², Room 1 is on the 1st floor and has a view over the Douro river. With a super king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 1 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a shower.

  • Room 2 for 2 people / 27 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Bathroom (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Sea view
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 27m², Room 2 is on the 1st floor and has a view over the Douro river. With a king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 2 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a bathtub.

  • Room 3 for 3 people / 27 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Extra bed (on req.)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 27m², Room 3 is on the 1st floor and overlooks the garden. With a super king-size and an extra bed, this room accommodates up to 3 people. Room 3 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a shower.

  • Room 4 for 2 people / 25 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 25m², Room 4 is on the 1st floor and overlooks the garden. With a super king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 4 has air conditioning and the natural light bathroom has a shower.

  • Room 5 for 2 people / 25 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Sea view
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 25m² and with a wooden ceiling, Room 5 is on the 2nd floor and has a view over the Douro river. With a super king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 5 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a shower.

  • Room 6 for 2 people / 27 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Bathroom (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Sea view
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 27m² and with a wooden ceiling, Room 6 is on the 2nd floor and has a view over the Douro river. With a king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 6 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a bathtub.

  • Room 7 for 3 people / 27 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Twin bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 27m² and with a high ceiling, Room 7 is on the 2nd floor and overlooks the garden. With twin or triple bed, this room accommodates up to 3 people. Room 7 has air conditioning and the bathroom has a shower.

  • Room 8 for 2 people / 25 m²
    120 / night
    • 1 Double bedroom
    • 1 Shower room (ensuite)
    • 1 Baby cot (on req.)
    • Air conditioning

    Approximately 25m² and with high ceiling, Room 8 is on the 2nd floor and overlooks the garden. With a super king-size bed, this room accommodates up to 2 people. Room 8 has air conditioning and the natural light bathroom has a shower.

  • Exclusive rental for 18 people / 250 m²
    500 / night
    • 1 Twin bedroom
    • 7 Double bedrooms
    • 2 Bathrooms (ensuite)
    • 6 Shower rooms (ensuite)
    • 1 Extra bed (on req.)
    • 8 Baby cots (on req.)
    • Sea view
    • Air conditioning

    It is also possible to rent the entire B&B exclusively (8 suites + space for remote work).

    Additional services such as breakfast for up to 18 people (€150), coffee breaks for up to 18 people (€80) or daily cleaning (€120) can be added as needed. Please enquire.

Included in the rates
Rates include a delicious breakfast, bicycles, Arcadia chocolates and a daily homemade cake, espresso, tea and a bottle of Luso water.
Optional extras
Available on request are: Wine bar - Babysitting - Laundry and Ironing - Car rental - Airport transfer - Sightseeing and tailored guided tours - In-room spa
Extra charges
Porto Municipal Tourist Tax: EUR 2/person/night for all guests aged 13 and over, for a maximum of 7 nights. Payable at the hotel.
Children & Extra beds
All children are welcome. Children up to 2 years stay free of charge in a baby cot or the existing bedding. Children from 2 to 12 years are charged EUR 20 per night for an extra bed (available in room 3 and 7). Adults and children over 12 years are charged EUR 30 per night for an extra bed (available in room 3 and 7).
Minimum stay
1 - 2 nights (check calendar for dates)
Check in time
after 16:00
Check out time
before 12:00

Facilities & services

  • WiFi
  • Concierge service
  • Air conditioning
  • Maid service
  • Children welcome
  • TV
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Garden
  • Babysitting on request
  • Honesty bar/Minibar
  • Music system
  • Central heating
  • Courtyard
  • Iron & Board
  • Safe box
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycles
  • Hair dryer

A continental breakfast is served each morning and features local, seasonal produce that includes freshly baked bread, squeezed orange juice and Portuguese pastries. We can also arrange for in-room massages and spa treatments, laundry and ironing services, as well as babysitting (all for an additional charge). There is always someone at the property who can offer recommendations on nearby restaurants or what to see and do in Porto.

Things to do in Porto

  • Art / Culture
  • Shopping / Markets
  • Night life
  • Wine tastings
  • Massages / Treatments
  • Yoga classes
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Sailing / Kayaking
  • Boat trips
  • Fishing

I’d definitely recommend exploring the old part of Porto and the contemporary art exhibitions of the Museu Serralves, as well as the Casa da Arcitectura in Matesinhos. There are also several impressive miradors throughout the city, with one of my favourites leading from the river to a viewpoint beside the Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar.

Duas Portas reviews

5 of 5 stars
Verfied Welcome Beyond stay
We had a delightful stay at Duas Portas. So sad it was only for the one night (due to a change in our flights). A very genuine welcome and the opportunity to sit in the garden to plan our last day in Porto was perfect.The room and bathroom was clean and well appointed. The whole styling of the hotel was very calm with a chilled vibe. We were offered a drink and custard tart and then shown where the honesty bar was.
The bedlinen was the softest I have every encountered! We had a lovely day exploring by the river and just enjoyed sitting at a local bar by the beach watching the waves. We had a hideous early start and stafff kindly arranged our airport transfer which collected us on time and was very reasonable.They also left us a bag of snacks and drinks as we would miss breakfast. All in all, we had a lovely time and looking forward to ur return visit one day.x
Elizabeth K.
stayed at Duas Portas in July 2023
5 of 5 stars
Verfied Welcome Beyond stay
The staff is very friendly and helpful. Messages are followed up quickly and adequately. The hotel is well located with a lot of charming restaurants nearby where you can eat well. The design is minimalist and very succesful. The hotel offers that extra: a good bed with comfortable bedding, a nice breakfast with ample choice, nespresso coffee, the availability of a number of good wines & portos,..
Highly recommended!
Lutgard M.
stayed at Duas Portas in November 2021
5 of 5 stars
Verfied Welcome Beyond stay
Our stay at the Duas Portas in Porto was the kind of experience we search for in every boutique hotel, but have rarely found executed so well. The building itself was beautiful, humble and thoughtful details, our room overlooked a sunken stone courtyard and lush yard where our 3 year old and 1 year old enjoyed letting off steam. The staff was incredibly warm and accommodating, offering advice on local eats and sights. The breakfast at the Duas Portas was the best we sampled on our two week trip though Portugal. Fresh breads, jams, meats, yogurt, fruit— there was an abundance of delicacies available if requested, and little waste. This little hotel was truly thoughtful and tasteful in every way.
John B.
stayed at Duas Portas in August 2021

The location of Duas Portas

Duas Portas is located in Foz, which is situated where the Douro River meets the Atlantic Ocean. We are in the perfect location between the crowded city centre and the quietness of the ocean and the river.

We’re a 30-minute walk from the centre of Porto or around 15 minutes by bus or tram, with both bus and tram stops right outside the door. There are also plenty of restaurants within walking distance and some of the best restaurants in town, including Terra and Cafeína, which are both owned by the same guy. And very close to Foz is Matosinhos, which is another small town and well known for its incredible barbecued seafood.

I’ve lived here my entire life and it’s a very particular neighbourhood that was considered separate from Porto for many years. It originated as an old fishing village before English port wine traders established their summer retreats here so they could enjoy the beach. It has a different atmosphere from the rest of Porto, I’d say more relaxed. There are beautiful old houses, churches and narrow streets to explore, as well as a 19th-century garden, the Jardim do Passeio Alegre.

When is the best time to visit Porto?

Summer is really nice because you can enjoy both a city break and time at the beach. I also love the springtime but think that September is probably the best time to visit. Aside from the changing colours, the port wine harvest is also taking place in the Douro Valley, making it a particularly special experience.