Nestled near Porto Historic Center, Prim&Proper offers a sophisticated retreat with dry cleaning services, a restaurant, and a bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy the convenience of express check-in/out and luggage storage. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
R. de Santo Ildefonso, 238, Porto, Porto, 4000-465
What's nearby
Bolhao Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Porto Historic Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Porto Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Porto City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Ribeira Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 34 min drive
São Bento Station - 9 min walk
General Torres Station - 23 min walk
Campanhã Station - 24 min walk
Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop - 4 min walk
Batalha Stop - 5 min walk
Bolhao Station - 6 min walk
Restaurants
Casa Guedes - 3 min walk
Armazém da Cerveja - 2 min walk
Café Santiago da Praça - 2 min walk
República dos Cachorros - 2 min walk
Cúmplice - 2 min walk
About this property
Prim&Proper
Prim&Proper offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral. For a bite to eat, guests can visit All In Porto, which serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Livraria Lello and Ribeira Square. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop is 4 minutes and Batalha Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive smart lock details
Guests are required to download the property's Mobile Access mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (17 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 2022
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 80
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Bathrobes
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Mini fridge
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
All In Porto – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Property Registration Number 143473/AL
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Prim&Proper?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Prim&Proper?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Prim&Proper.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Prim&Proper?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Prim&Proper?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (18-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Prim&Proper?
Yes, All In Porto offers Portuguese cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Prim&Proper like?
Prim&Proper is in Centro / Baixa, a short 4-minute walk from Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop and 14 minutes' walk from Porto Historic Center.
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Reviews
Prim&Proper Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Eco-friendliness
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was highly recommended and delicious with many fresh options available. (6 reviews)
Staff provided excellent dinner recommendations and dining options were readily available nearby. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 August 2025
Spectacular Stay at Prim & Proper
Our stay was so enjoyable and lovely. The staff was welcoming, helpful, and friendly. The rooms were beautiful and the beds were comfortable. Also, we were able to sleep very well thanks to blackout shutters. We had the breakfast every morning and it was delicious and the coffee fueled our Porto exploration. I have already told friends and family to stay here when they visit.
Faith
Faith, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2025
Prim and proper was a great stay, the rooms are perfect and the staff are friendly. The breakfast was good but don’t expect a big buffet. Good dining options nearby (casa Guedes, get the de casa). Would definitely stay again when in Lisbon.
kyle
kyle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2025
Everything was superb! Dinner recommendations were spot on and anything we needed was not only immediately procured but in such a conscientious and kind manner! Thank you for your hospitality!
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2025
Great hotel, huge room with really good air con. Lots of bars around area.
Only minor point was shampoo was same as body wash so do bring your own toiletries
Sarah
Sarah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Excellent service, rooms and comfort
Ryan
Ryan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2024
Excelente, personal muy amable, muy bien situado con respecto a visitar oporto, muy limpio y un desayuno a la carta.
Montserrat
Montserrat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Lovely spot in the heart of Porto. Great location, and really clean and comfortable. Rooms are spacious and the bathroom is big enough to enjoy. Overall a great stay.
Max
Max, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
My wife and I had an amazing experience at this hotel. The front desk staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, and the location was ideal—within easy walking distance to all major sites. We highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning!
Brandon
Brandon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
Excellent small hotel
This charming hotel provided us with exceptional service and a truly welcoming experience. Our room was impeccably clean and wonderfully quiet, making for a relaxing stay. I would wholeheartedly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Porto—it's the only place to stay.
Yair
Yair, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 January 2024
Proximité de la ville, litrie agréable grande chambre.
Éric
Éric, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2024
Utmärkt litet personligt hotel
Litet exklusivt hotel med 9 rum. Gatan utanför är lite ruff men inuti hotellet finns värme och känsla för detaljer. Väldigt prisvärt. Ta till stan och alla attraktioner. Hjälpsam personal och väldigt personligt. God frukost. Stark rekommendation
Eva-Lott
Eva-Lott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
Amazing property. Excellent location. 10/10.
Cameron
Cameron, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 December 2024
Prachtig hotel, mooie ruime kamers, fijn ontvangst en locatie zeer centraal. Enige nadeel is de gehorigheid van de bovenburen: zij bleven de hele nacht rondlopen in de kamer wat je erg goed kon horen in onze kamer (met oordopjes in). Heb je de bovenste kamer óf normale bovenburen dan is dit hotel de perfecte keuze
Frank
Frank, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Delightful and very helpful staff. In a great area with wide and varied dining options close by with all of the tourists attractions well within walking distance. Would I stay here again? Absolutely!
Edward
Edward, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 December 2024
Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt im Prim&Proper. Unser Zimmer (an sich) war sauber (die Minibar leider nicht - aber das möchte ich keinesfalls als negativen Punkt anbringen!) und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Das Personal war freundlich, hilfsbereit und aufmerksam.
Das Frühstück (à-la-carte) war sehr lecker - alles wurde frisch zubereitet! Wirklich toll!
Verbesserungsvorschlag: besseres Licht beim Spiegel im Bad / Waschbecken.
Carina
Carina, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2023
Must stay!
Great service, very responsive. Will go out of the way to help. Excellent breakfast--highly reccomended.
Abhay
Abhay, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2023
5 stars guaranteed
One of the best private hotel i have been in. V
The architecture and design if bluffing. The rooms are very nice, unique and very comfy. Good sound isolation. The bathroom was beautiful. Noble materials. Nice staff and good breakfast. I strongly recommend it.location was good too.
racim mohamed
racim mohamed, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 September 2024
We stayed for our honeymoon! The hotel was beautiful - very stylish!
The staff were wonderful and made our stay memorable by putting roses on our bed and a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival!
Breakfast was ok - basic choices and served a purpose.
One thing - the bed - it wasn’t good! This may be personal choice - my husband found it ok- but I woke up so sore every morning, I even used the pillows from the sofa because it was like using balloons otherwise. And we did loose our lights twice - the staff were apologetic and quick to rectify this however.
Other than this - our stay was wonderful!
Abigail
Abigail, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
12 April 2024
I wasn’t going to write a review but the way the customer service was I have no choice. What an awful experience and even worse customer service! It was our honeymoon and we were excited to stay here. The room looked clean and lovely and they even put roses out for us which we greatly appreciated. However, when we returned from dinner the room was so incredibly hot and uncomfortable they didn’t allow ac even though it was in the description and only had heat which was blasting. When we asked for help the front desk never came up to assist only what’s app’s us and basically said there’s nothing to do. When we opened the windows the noise from the local club was insanely loud and unbearable to keep open, which honestly didn’t make a difference. And the beds! I can’t believe they charge for people to stay on those beds. Hard as a rock and cheap sheets and materials, it was so miserable. They tried to offer another room that had the same issues then wouldn’t refund us on a stay we didn’t have. We left in the middle of the night and had a wonderful stay at the Intercontinental Palace who treated us like kings!! I’m all for supporting local businesses and boutiques hotels but prim and proper was the worst part of our trip. Expedia didn’t help the situation either!
Stacee
Stacee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2025
Rowena
Rowena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 April 2025
Carlos
Carlos, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2025
Evelina
Evelina, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Really a beautiful and nice hotel with a great location in Porto. Everything was just perfect. The staf was so friendly and helpful.