GRAN CRUZ HOUSE, Porto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Unique Themed Rooms
Gran Cruz House offers seven individually decorated rooms, each inspired by the Porto Cruz campaign's 'Women in Black' visuals. All rooms include air conditioning, soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Some rooms feature balconies with views of the Douro River or Ribeira Square.
Casario Restaurant Experience
The onsite restaurant, Casario, serves Portuguese dishes with a fine dining approach, including marinated sea bass and rice with cockles. It features a balcony overlooking the Douro River with emerald green table tops and red armchairs. A complimentary à la carte breakfast is served from 8am to 11am, offering local breads, pastries, fruit, yogurt, ham, cheese, pancakes, and eggs cooked to order.
Extensive Wine Cellar
The hotel's cellar contains over 60 Portuguese wine references, including Port, Douro, Moscatel, Sparkling, Madeira, and Gin selections, available for tasting and purchase.
Historic Ribeira Location
Located in one of Porto's oldest squares, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gran Cruz House overlooks the historic port district of Vila Nova de Gaia. It's 500 meters from São Bento Metro Station, 850 meters from São Bento Train Station, and 20 km from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport. Nearby landmarks include Cais da Ribeira (0.5 km), Dom Luís I Bridge (0.5 km), and Episcopal Palace of Oporto (0.3 km).
Focused Guest Services
The hotel offers free international calls, laptop-friendly workspaces, and premium bedding. Restaurant staff provide knowledgeable service about Portuguese cuisine and wines. The historic building's architecture means there are no additional public areas beyond the rooms and restaurant.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor