In the heart of Porto, 1872 River House by Olivia offers a cozy retreat with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location near Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral.
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 35 min drive
Coimbroes Station - 5 min drive
São Bento Station - 10 min walk
General Torres Station - 20 min walk
Infante Stop - 1 min walk
Ribeira Station - 7 min walk
Alfândega Stop - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 1 min walk
Adega São Nicolau - 1 min walk
Café do Cais - 2 min walk
Muro do Bacalhau - 1 min walk
Wine Quay Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
1872 River House by Olivia
When you stay at 1872 River House by Olivia, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and segway hire/tours. Also, Porto Cathedral and Livraria Lello are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Infante Stop is steps away and Ribeira Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Off-site parking within 328 ft (EUR 30 per day)
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Water dispenser
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Boat tours nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1872
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Communal living room
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Lift
Handrails in stairwells
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down duvet
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 25 per vehicle (one way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 30 per day (328 ft away)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 17264/AL
Also known as
1872 River House B&B Porto
1872 River House B&B
1872 River House Porto
1872 River House
1872 River House
1872 River House by Olivia Porto
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast Porto
Frequently asked questions
Does 1872 River House by Olivia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 1872 River House by Olivia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at 1872 River House by Olivia?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by 1872 River House by Olivia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 25 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 1872 River House by Olivia?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at 1872 River House by Olivia?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at 1872 River House by Olivia and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire.
What's the area around 1872 River House by Olivia like?
1872 River House by Olivia is located by the river in Centro / Baixa, a short 1-minute walk from Infante Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Ribeira Square. Travellers give top marks for the bed & breakfast's prime location.
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1872 River House by Olivia Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Highly recommend. Great location.
Excellent location and a great hotel. We very much enjoyed our stay. Easy access to the river area and nice walk across river. Service was great. Good breakfast and they provided filtered water throughout stay.
Jack
Jack, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Dec 2024
Couldn't have had better in Porto
Excellent location and base to explore Porto from. Could not have had better. Hotel rooms were very nice and loved the exposed stone work in the rooms and lounge.
Alistair
Alistair, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
We stayed for two nights and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The healthy, delicious breakfast and friendly staff made our visit comfortable and memorable.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2024
So charming and a perfect place to stay!
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
The property was left cared right on the river. Excellent breakfasts. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Lee
Lee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Beautiful view of the a river Douro from our room. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Owen
Owen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Such a great spot. We were only in Porto for two days of this was the perfect location for that.
sonia
sonia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Sep 2024
This location is wonderful and the staff was excellent. The property is so small that it lacks some amenities but it’s a trade off to the location and the special feel of the hotel.
Jodi
Jodi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jul 2023
Great place to stay.
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Perfect location for us. Right on the water. Numerous restaurants within walking distance.
James
James, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2024
Location, location, location!
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug 2024
staff were extremely professional and nice. Small hotel in an excellent location, can't beat the price, rooms are renovated with quality fixtures. If you care about location then this is the place to stay in Porto.
Masoud
Masoud, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2024
Excellent property! Would stay there again.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2023
Excellent stay here with great staff.
Marcey
Marcey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Great central location. Super helpful and friendly staff. River view Rooms have wonderful views and renovated ancient rock walls! One downside is the AC needs some work!
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Sep 2023
great location overlooking the Douro
Charming old hotel, beautifully restored
Fabulous breakfast!
Georgie
Georgie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2024
Historic building with amazing river views, elevator, great breakfast buffet. Would highly recommend.
Paola
Paola, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2024
A very beautiful place to stay with an amazing view! We stayed on a Friday-Saturday and it was a bit noisy being in such a popular nightlife area, but worth it.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Absolutely fabulous and charming location in the historic river front area. Breakfast was fantastic and the hotel front desk, especially Luis, went out of his way to give suggestions, lend a hand, share maps, and engage in wonderful conversation!
Marla
Marla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2024
Wonderful
It was a last minute reservation and was a great choice
Barri
Barri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct 2022
Loved this hotel, the staff were very helpful, the rooms were good an it was so centrally located
carol
carol, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2024
The staff was so kind and helpful! The location of the hotel was minutes to everything and everywhere! The breakfast buffet was perfect with a little bit of everything and the dinner suggestions were great too!
Ken
Ken, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2023
Great breakfast
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2022
Second time staying at this property!
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Oct 2024
The hotel backs up to an alley and McDonalds where our room was located. I didn’t like the smell from McDonalds. Bed was very comfortable. Water in shower was hard to regulate. Hot and cold. The location for walking, restaurants and shopping could not have been better. I would stay again but ask for a room facing the river.