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About the Hotel
Praca Da Batalha 116,
Porto,
Portugal,
4049-028,
Norte Region
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina is a 4-star eco-friendly hotel located in the heart of Porto. The hotel features 147 modern rooms and provides easy access to the city's historic center, making it a convenient base for visitors. Its location near São Bento train station enhances accessibility and transportation options for guests. The hotel combines contemporary comfort with traditional Portuguese hospitality.
Location
Situated just a few minutes from Porto's city center, the hotel is an ideal location for exploring various attractions. Notably, it is within walking distance of São Bento train station, less than a 7-minute stroll away. Nearby landmarks include the Clérigos Tower and the romantic Ribeira district, making it convenient for guests who wish to experience Porto's vibrant culture.
Rooms
The hotel offers 147 modern rooms, many of which provide stunning views of Porto. Each room is equipped with essential amenities including air conditioning, satellite TV, and a minibar. Superior Suites can accommodate up to three people and feature a separate bedroom and lounge area. Room options are designed for comfort and convenience, making them suitable for both leisure and business travelers.
Eat & Drink
A Bicicleta restaurant presents a welcoming atmosphere with city views, where guests can enjoy traditional Portuguese cuisine. Breakfast is served daily from 8:00 am until 11:00 am, offering a range of delicious options to start the day. Guests can also relax and unwind at the Moliere theatre bar with drinks and light snacks while enjoying the modern setting.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides extensive facilities for both leisure and business travelers, including a gym/fitness center and a 24-hour reception. There are three fully equipped meeting rooms available for events or business meetings, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Safety features encompass modern security systems, including smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Cozy and Complete
The room had everything I needed for a short stay, complete with a big window that offered a stunning view over the train station.view full review
Delicious Breakfast
The breakfast was outstanding, featuring a variety of tasty pastries and cakes that made for a delightful start to my day.view full review
Well-Stocked Bathroom
I was impressed by how well the bathroom was stocked, making my stay incredibly comfortable and convenient.view full review
Spacious Comfort
I loved how spacious the living area was; it gave me plenty of room to relax and unwind during my trip.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Hiking
Golf course
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Praca Da Batalha 116,
Porto,
Portugal,
4049-028,
Norte Region
Map view
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Praca Da Batalha 116,
Porto,
Portugal,
4049-028,
Norte Region
City landmarks
Bridge
Ponte de Dom Luis I
710 m
Rua Carmelitas 144 Vitória
Livraria Lello
710 m
Harbour
Cais da Ribeira
820 m
Praca Ribeira 1
Ribeira Square
930 m
Palace
Bolsa Palace
1.0
km
Escadas do Caminho Novo 17
Fernandine Wall
1.1
km
Museum
Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
1.5
km
Church
Monument Church Of St Francis
900 m
Museum
Portuguese Centre of Photography
800 m
Museum
House of the Prince Casa do Infante
910 m
Museum
Misericordia do Porto Museum and Church
630 m
Museum
Soares dos Reis National Museum
1.4
km
Church
Carmelitas Church
870 m
Football Stadium
Estadio do Dragao
2.7
km
Park
Cordoaria's Garden
870 m
Event hall
Alfandega Congress Centre
1.4
km
Monastery
Monastery of Serra do Pilar
1.6
km
Nearby
Church
Porto Cathedral
490 m
Market
Mercado do Bolhao
560 m
Palace
Episcopal Palace of Oporto
500 m
Square
Avenida dos Aliados
460 m
Church
Clerigos Tower
590 m
Church
Church of Saint Ildefonso
190 m
Fountain
Chafariz da Rua Escura
500 m
Church
Capela dos Alfaiates
240 m
Art object
Monument of Pedro IV of Portugal
330 m
Church
Church of Santa Clara
350 m
Terreiro Se 3
Pelourinho Se Catedral Porto
480 m
Mall
Rua Santa Catarina
510 m
Museum
Guerra Junqueiro House Museum
540 m
Restaurants
Tapabento
200 m
Rua da Madeira 222
Restaurante Abadia do Porto
460 m
Rua do Ateneu Comercial do Porto 22 24
Tabu Fine Cousine & Gastro Bar
550 m
Praca da Batalha 62 NH Collection Porto Batalha
Esquires Coffee
320 m
Rua de 31 de Janeiro 215
Tradiswiss
130 m
Praca da Batalha 31
La Ricotta
360 m
Rua Passos Manuel 18
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Great location
Dining issues
Lackluster travel advice
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.5
Service
7.9
Dining
6.6
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 11 reviews
8.5
8.5/10based on 2227 reviews
Eileen
United States,
January
2024
7.2/10
My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. While the staff was lovely and accommodating, the lack of room keys caused inconvenience. On the positive side, we had some great views of the city from what seemed like a suite, but the toilet space was quite tiny.
Rooms
7.0
The room had great views of the city, but the toilet space was tiny.
Service
7.0
The staff was very helpful, especially considering we were traveling with a 6-month-old baby. However, there were some instances, like the issue with the broken wine bottle, that were less than satisfactory.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location on Praça Batalha was very central and made it easy to explore the city on foot. However, the area could be a bit dodgy at night with panhandlers and beggars present.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was quite good with varied, fresh foods available at reasonable rates. However, it did fall short of the expectations for a 4-star hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered were decent and met our basic needs.
Sue
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.0/10
The hotel has some positives, like a friendly service and a perfect central location for sightseeing, but there are drawbacks such as the partially fulfilled room requests and the dark, dingy rooms below a 4-star standard.
Rooms
5.0
The room was not as dark as expected due to a transparent brown curtain over the window, and the noise from a pipe disturbed my first night's sleep.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with friendly staff and a free dessert tart provided.
Location
8.0
The hotel's central location is great for sightseeing, but be prepared to walk to nearby attractions.
Dining
6.0
While the dining experience had some good points, the hot food options were lacking and not up to a 4-star standard.
Facilities
7.0
Arthur
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.2/10
I found the hotel great overall. The rooms were small but very clean and comfortable, with a nice feature of separate bedrooms. The service was exceptional, especially with helpful recommendations and assistance. The location was absolutely fantastic, with key sites within easy walking distance, though advice on travel could have been better. The dining experience was mostly wonderful with excellent food choices, yet there were some issues at times. Overall, a good place to stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small but very clean and comfortable, with the added bonus of having 2 separate bedrooms allowing for different activities without disturbing others.
Service
9.0
The service was incredibly helpful, providing great suggestions and even assisting with luggage. The staff was polite and professional, focusing on our needs.
Location
9.0
The location was undeniably good, right on the Batalha Plaza, near key sites, restaurants, shops, and transportation options, offering a central and convenient setting.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was mostly wonderful with a wide selection of delicious foods. However, there were some disappointing instances with service and food quality.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a good range of facilities, making the stay comfortable and convenient.
Friendly staff
Dining issues
John
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff. The location was superb, although there were some issues not up to a 4-star standard. The dining experience offered great variety but fell short of perfection.
Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious with a good bed, useful fridge, and good air conditioning. Having a bath was a nice touch, but the blackout curtains didn't shut in the middle.
Service
9.0
The hotel staff was always helpful and friendly throughout my stay, offering assistance whenever needed.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was superb, near Sao Bento railway station with easy access to various attractions, restaurants, and shops.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good with a wide variety of fresh options. The prime steaks were a highlight.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided all essential facilities and services for a comfortable stay.
Jane
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.6/10
The hotel exceeded our expectations with clean, spacious rooms and complimentary daily drinks. The service was fantastic, from reception to the restaurant. The location was convenient for exploring the city. Dining was good but could improve in some areas.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious with nice amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff were accommodating and brilliant in all aspects of service.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is one of the best, close to the city center and attractions, making it easy to explore Porto.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but there were some minor improvements needed in replenishment speed and variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and catered to our needs during the stay.
Ben
United Kingdom,
July
2023
6.0/10
The hotel is in a great city center location on the bustling rua Santa Catarina and close to Sao Bento Station. The rooms lacked storage space and had a transparency issue with the curtains, but they were equipped with air-conditioning. The service was hindered by poor infrastructure, but there were convenient facilities nearby. The dining options were good but had some issues. Overall, a stay with mixed experiences.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms had a lack of accessible storage space and transparent brown curtains, but they were equipped with air-conditioning.
Service
5.0
The staff tried their best despite poor infrastructure, and there were nearby conveniences like a garage. However, the demeanor of the staff could be improved.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, situated at the beginning of the busy rua Santa Catarina and near Sao Bento Station. It is also across from a lovely church and close to attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining had a good selection, but there were issues like running out of food and no plates/cups. It had an American style but had some drawbacks.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel had some basic facilities, but there were issues with the dining experience.
Simon
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.6/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the São João National Theater, making it a great base for exploring the city. The rooms are spacious and clean, though some may find them a bit dark. The service is friendly and efficient with properly trained staff. The dining options are somewhat limited, but the Tuscan bread is a nice touch. Overall, a decent choice with good value for money.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, but a bit dark.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and efficient.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near the São João National Theater is very good for sightseeing and accessing public transit.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were somewhat limited, but the Tuscan bread was a nice touch.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers the essential facilities for a comfortable stay.
great location
limited dining
George
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.2/10
My stay was delightful at this hotel. The rooms were better than expected, clean, and spacious, although I missed having a bedside table. The inner quarter location provided a peaceful night's sleep. The service was top-notch with accommodating staff, though they struggled with Windows 10. The central location was perfect for exploring, close to transportation and surrounded by restaurants and shops. The dining options were varied and fresh, except for some items. Overall, a great value for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, functional, and spacious.
Service
9.0
The service was great and accommodating, with friendly and professional staff.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, near popular spots and public transportation.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a good selection of fresh products.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-equipped for a pleasant stay.
Johnny
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.2/10
The hotel was lovely overall, with clean and well-appointed rooms, although the inconvenience of not having room keys was a downside. The staff was kind and helpful. The location was excellent for exploring key attractions but had some safety concerns at night. The dining experience had good quality and variety despite being a bit overpriced. The facilities were satisfactory.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were quiet, well appointed, and very clean, thoughtfully laid out for use beyond just sleeping.
Service
7.0
The hotel staff was very nice, polite, and mostly kind, even assisting with luggage.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location made it easy to walk to key locations and sites, but the area could be dodgy at night.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were of good quality with variety, although slightly overpriced.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities met our needs adequately.
Great location
Inconvenient room keys
Stanley
United States,
April
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers clean and efficient rooms that feel more like an apartment, with convenient amenities and free daily replenished drinks. The service is top-notch, among the best encountered during travel, with friendly and professional staff accommodating various needs. The location is excellent for exploring the city on foot, close to attractions and with helpful recommendations from staff. However, the dining experience can be improved, and the standard quality of the establishment lacks special effort to enhance guest satisfaction.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are very clean and efficient, resembling more of an apartment with thoughtful amenities and plenty of closet space.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with super amazing and kind staff providing various helpful services with professionalism.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect for exploring the city on foot, close to the center and main shopping street, offering easy access to attractions and friendly staff recommendations.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were somewhat lacking for a 4-star rating, with room for improvement in the variety and quality of food offered.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are standard quality, with room for enhancement to provide a more exceptional guest experience.
Abraham
United States,
April
2023
6.8/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room was comfortable and had a nice city view, but the initial room was cramped, so I had to change. The service was a bit of a hit and miss - some were friendly, while others lacked a service-oriented attitude. The location was very convenient, right in the central shopping district and close to transport links. The dining options were limited, but the hotel had a good selection of fresh products. Facilities were decent overall.
Rooms
7.0
The room I eventually got was comfortable and had a nice view over the city.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit inconsistent, with some staff being friendly while others lacked a service-oriented attitude.
Location
8.0
The location was very convenient, right in the central shopping district and close to transport links.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited, but they had a good choice of fresh products.
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