InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel
Praca da Liberdade, 25, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-322 Porto, Portugal – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 796 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Great service at the front desk, concierge and bar. We were only there for 12 hours but enjoyed it.

- City view
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
In a renovated 18th-century palace, the 5-star InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas has spacious rooms with views of Porto’s historic center. Only 215 yards from the iconic Clérigos Tower, this hotel provides free Wi-Fi in all areas. Featuring high ceilings, Palacio’s stylish rooms have flat-screen TVs. Marble bathrooms include a separate bathtub and walk-in shower. Some rooms feature a sitting area with plush chairs. Guests can work out at the 24-hour Fitness Centre, which comes with the latest equipment and weights. The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms and a sauna. The Restaurant Astoria serves a wide range of Portuguese dishes with a contemporary twist, as well as selection of Portuguese wines. The Cardosas Bar provides a relaxing setting, best enjoyed with a cocktail or a Port Wine glass. In the evening, guests can visit the lively Galerias de Paris 215 yards away. Intercontinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas is less than a 2-minute walk from São Bento Metro Station and just under half a mile from the UNESCO World Heritage Ribeira area and the City Market Bolhão. Crossing the D. Luis I Bridge, just over half a mile away, guests can visit the famous Port Wine Cellars. Porto International Airport is 9 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast

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- Jason
United States of America
“Great service at the front desk, concierge and bar. We were only there for 12 hours but enjoyed it.” - Helia
Mozambique
“Localization, staff, size of the bedroom, size of the toilet, environment and facilities in the hotel (the bar, gym, atmosphere, etc)” - Kingkan
Thailand
“It’s comfortable and have many type of pillow to service. Spa Therapist is really nice , she has professional skill. Perfect location.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Astória
- CuisineMediterranean
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
Amenities of InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Car rental
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Portuguese
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that during your stay, the city of Porto will be undergoing the construction of a new Metro line in the city center. While this may temporarily impact access and views, our main entrance remains fully operational, offering direct access to our concierge and reception areas.
License number: 3136
FAQs about InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel
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InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Porto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Astória
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InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
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Room options at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel include:
- Twin
- Double
- Suite
- Triple
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The prices at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.