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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Exterior
Portuguese cuisine
Exterior
Portuguese cuisine
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

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

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Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 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
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin 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, Non Smoking (Liberty Square View, 3 persons)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 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 (Quiet Zone)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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, 2 Twin Beds (Quiet Zone)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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
(2 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Panoramic Suite

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

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Located in Centro / Baixa, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral. 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

  • 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
  • Porto City Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • São Bento Station - 2 min walk
  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 3 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica da Nata - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sabores da Invicta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Astória - ‬1 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 tours or tickets, securing valuables, 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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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 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.
  • 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 Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG on Jul 27, 2025 start from $316.87, 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 Centro / Baixa, just steps from Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello, and within a short walk of Ribeira Square. You'll also find Porto Cathedral and Bolhao Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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, massages, and mani/pedis.

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.

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 780 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TAMER

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Martin Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel with great staff and very comfortable beds. Breakfast was excellent, and the hotel is located close to the Metro and a 15 minute walk to the main tourist centre. The hotel is in a busy area, so expect traffic noise - but this has been made significantly worse by the work to expand the Metro during the working day. Ask for a room at the back of the hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location central to walking to most everything. Staff were wonderful. We had a car and valet was great. Rooms were very nice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suraj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Large, spacious, beautiful rooms. Our balcony was right on the open square. It was amazing! The bar was awesome and the American bar tender was very nice and helpful. All the staff were wonderful! The very central location was awesome and made the days easy. Such a short walk to the river, churches, the market, everything! Great hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyung, Shoreline

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Perfect location and great classical building
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value Excellent staff
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
super nice and quite !
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

It was only a short overnight stay, but a great choice of hotel. Admittedly a little pricey for around 17 hours, and the only time in the hotel was for sleep. However, it can't be denied that this is a top class hotel, not a budget one. It should be noted that there's currently work going on around the hotel - I think it's to do with a metro extension, BUT it wasn't noticeable from inside. There are 2 metro stations very close by. The hotel is beautiful inside, and the staff were very helpful. No complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ethan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALFONSO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing!!! Loved everything about this hotel from service to the well appointed room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Traveled with family
Construction all day and night long around the hotel. Extremely imconvenient ah hardly had any sleep. The hotel needa to mention this before offering accommodation. Its an expensive hotel and had zero rest at night. Extremely disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience

Wonderful hotel with very friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A*** hotel

Amazing hotel, fantastic location, superb staff. Even though the square in front was having work done getting anywhere was an easy walk. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

The hotel is beautiful and in a great location. Unfortunately, a huge city construction project is right outside the front door, and work continues into the night and early mornings. The restaurant is nice and the food is well prepared but is under staffed. Our check-in was smooth but the reception staff is cold and unhelpful. They make you feel like you are bothering them if you ask a question, and never say hello to you when you walk by ... our room was at the top of the stair so we walked by them every time we left or returned to the hotel. We would not choose this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Xiujuan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a huge construction going on right smacked in front of the room. They worked till 11pm and starts the next morning like 5-6am. The drilling just went on and on and we had a terrible 2 nights stay. Point is, we weren't informed by the hotel at all. Bathroom floor in marble was not heated during winter and it’s very cold. Other than this, the location of the hotel is a 5 star. Will have rated it a 5 stars if not for the construction
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

E M, Frisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience, the room was very nice, the service was outstanding. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

meghan, glen rock

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Perfect location in Porto to get around and lovely amenities. Would stay again if traveling back to Porto
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Howard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ok - but not sure I could recommend

Ok hotel but management needs to tighten its grip. A few minor irritations which could easily have been fixed, which was a shame for a 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco, Safety Harbor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024