InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna

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Portuguese cuisine
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Portuguese cuisine
Interior
Suite (Two Storey) | Room amenity

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Praca da Liberdade 25, Porto, 4000-322
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Quiet Zone)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Liberty Square View, 3 persons)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Two Storey)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds (Quiet Zone)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Panoramic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Liberty Square View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 996 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Historical Center View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Located in Sé, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Porto Cathedral and Livraria Lello. This 5-star hotel has 105 guestrooms and offers a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Clerigos Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Livraria Lello - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 1 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 2 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica da Nata - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Manteigaria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sabores Da Invicta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cremosi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna
At InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for EUR 29 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds sport pillow menus. Minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 22 per day)
  • Self parking on site (EUR 29 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 29 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cardosas Bar
  • Restaurante Astoria

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,714 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 29 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 29 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cardosas
InterContinental Palacio das
InterContinental Palacio das Cardosas
InterContinental Palacio das Cardosas Hotel
InterContinental Palacio Porto
InterContinental Porto Palacio
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas
Palacio das Cardosas Porto
Porto InterContinental
Porto Palacio das Cardosas
Intercontinental Porto Palacio Das Cardosas Hotel Porto
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

As of Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG on Nov 18, 2025 start from $176.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Sé, just steps from Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello, and within a short walk of Porto Cathedral. You'll also find Ribeira Square and Norte Shopping within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes, valet parking is offered for EUR 29 per day.

Is there a spa at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Spa services at the hotel include body wraps, aromatherapy, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG feature a casino at the property?

No, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique hotel include around-the-clock room service, a minibar, and a pillow menu.

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurante Astoria.

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG for a fee of EUR 30 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

The closest major airport to InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG is Porto Airport (OPO), which is 11.2 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a deck where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

Does InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG.