Some links on this page are affiliate links: if you book through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. How this works





Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments
- Scored 9.6/10 across 748 reviews
- Check-in window: from 15:00 to 00:00
- 1.0 km (0.7 miles) from the centre
Reasons to book
Set at Rua de Santa Catarina 1305, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-099 Porto, Portugal, Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments is an apartment. The centre is an easy walk: 1.0 km (0.7 miles) to the north-east, about 15 minutes on foot.
9.6 out of 10 from 748 reviews is an exceptional score, one that few places earn. That many stays make the score a proven record, not a lucky start.
Plan on checking in from 15:00 to 00:00 and checking out from 00:00 to 11:00. Highlights include restaurant, parking, spa & wellness centre, kitchen, free wifi and airport shuttle. Rates change with the dates, so check the price for your own nights on the booking page.





Rooms and spaces at Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments.
- Type
- Apartment
- Address
- Rua de Santa Catarina 1305, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-099 Porto, Portugal
- To the centre
- 1.0 km (0.7 miles) as the crow flies
- On foot
- about 15 minutes
- Guest score
- 9.6 out of 10 from 748 reviews
- Check-in
- From 15:00 to 00:00
- Check-out
- From 00:00 to 11:00
- Parking
- Private parking is possible on site and costs € 15 per day
- Internet
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge
The location
Head to Rua de Santa Catarina 1305, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-099 Porto, Portugal.
The centre lies 1.0 km (0.7 miles) to the north-east, around 15 minutes on foot.
Parking: “Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day.”
Facilities
Facilities grouped by type. If something you need is missing, ask the property: not everything gets listed.
| Type | What is offered |
|---|---|
| Highlights | Restaurant, Parking, Spa & wellness centre, Kitchen, Free WiFi, Airport shuttle, View, Fitness centre, Air conditioning, Family rooms |
| Parking | Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day. Parking garage |
| Internet | WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Internet services |
| Kitchen | Children's high chair, Dining table, Coffee machine, Toaster, Stovetop, Oven, Tumble dryer, Kitchenware, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Washing machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Kitchenette |
| Bedroom | Linen, Wardrobe or closet |
| Bathroom | Toilet paper, Towels, Bidet, Bath or shower, Slippers, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower |
| Living Area | Dining area, Sofa, Seating area |
| Media & Technology | Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Radio, TV |
| Room amenities | Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hardwood or parquet floors, Ironing facilities, Iron |
| Accessibility | Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator |
| Outdoors | Picnic area, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Sun terrace, Terrace, Garden |
| Common areas | Games room |
| Wellness | Pool/beach towels, Fitness, Full body massage, Hand massage, Head massage, Couples massage, Foot massage, Neck massage, Back massage, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Steam room, Sun umbrellas, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Hammam, Massage (extra charge), Spa & wellness centre, Fitness centre, Sauna |
| Food & Drink | Coffee house on site, Breakfast in the room, Bar, Minibar, Restaurant, Tea/Coffee maker |
| Activities | Happy hour |
| Services & Extras | Executive lounge access |
| Outdoor & View | View |
| Transport | Airport shuttle (extra charge) |
| Reception services | Invoice provided, Private check-in/check-out, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out |
| Entertainment & family services | Board games/puzzles |
| Cleaning services | Daily housekeeping, Laundry |
| Business facilities | Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities |
| Miscellaneous | Lower bathroom sink, Raised toilet, Toilet with grab rails, Wheelchair accessible, Designated smoking area, Air conditioning, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Lift, Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms |
| Safety & security | Fire extinguishers, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, Security alarm, Key card access, Key access |
- What is offered
- Restaurant, Parking, Spa & wellness centre, Kitchen, Free WiFi, Airport shuttle, View, Fitness centre, Air conditioning, Family rooms
- What is offered
- Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day. Parking garage
- What is offered
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Internet services
- What is offered
- Children's high chair, Dining table, Coffee machine, Toaster, Stovetop, Oven, Tumble dryer, Kitchenware, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Washing machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Kitchenette
- What is offered
- Linen, Wardrobe or closet
- What is offered
- Toilet paper, Towels, Bidet, Bath or shower, Slippers, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower
- What is offered
- Dining area, Sofa, Seating area
- What is offered
- Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, Radio, TV
- What is offered
- Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hardwood or parquet floors, Ironing facilities, Iron
- What is offered
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator
- What is offered
- Picnic area, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Sun terrace, Terrace, Garden
- What is offered
- Games room
- What is offered
- Pool/beach towels, Fitness, Full body massage, Hand massage, Head massage, Couples massage, Foot massage, Neck massage, Back massage, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Steam room, Sun umbrellas, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Hammam, Massage (extra charge), Spa & wellness centre, Fitness centre, Sauna
- What is offered
- Coffee house on site, Breakfast in the room, Bar, Minibar, Restaurant, Tea/Coffee maker
- What is offered
- Happy hour
- What is offered
- Executive lounge access
- What is offered
- View
- What is offered
- Airport shuttle (extra charge)
- What is offered
- Invoice provided, Private check-in/check-out, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out
- What is offered
- Board games/puzzles
- What is offered
- Daily housekeeping, Laundry
- What is offered
- Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities
- What is offered
- Lower bathroom sink, Raised toilet, Toilet with grab rails, Wheelchair accessible, Designated smoking area, Air conditioning, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Lift, Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms
- What is offered
- Fire extinguishers, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, Security alarm, Key card access, Key access
Room types and rates
A search for two adults on 10 to 12 October 2026 returned 4 room types, set out in the table below. Nightly availability moves, so check your dates. 9 of the 13 rates on that search could be cancelled free of charge, so flexible booking is usually on offer.
You can add breakfast, with the rates offering “Very good breakfast US$21” and “Very good breakfast included”.
Room choices
| Room type | Sleeps | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Studio with City View | 2 guests | not stated |
| Superior Apartment with Private Terrace | 2 guests | not stated |
| Premium Apartment with Private Terrace | 2 guests | not stated |
| Superior Apartment with Balcony and Pool View | 2 guests | not stated |
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Beds
- not stated
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Beds
- not stated
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Beds
- not stated
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Beds
- not stated
Guest reviews
Across 264 reviews, a few themes repeat, set out in the table. Most often, guests single out the location, staff, pool and cleanliness.
Most mentioned by guests
| Topic | What guests say | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Quiet area near the metro and a 20-minute walk from the historic centre. | 149 mentions |
| Staff | Friendly team provide helpful tips, maps, and accommodate requests like luggage storage. | 147 mentions |
| Pool | Relaxing outdoor area with sunbeds, fresh towels, and a garden setting. | 82 mentions |
| Cleanliness | Spotless interiors with daily housekeeping service and fresh scents. | 75 mentions |
| Breakfast | Daily baskets delivered to the room with fresh pastries, fruit, and variety. | 61 mentions |
- What guests say
- Quiet area near the metro and a 20-minute walk from the historic centre.
- How often
- 149 mentions
- What guests say
- Friendly team provide helpful tips, maps, and accommodate requests like luggage storage.
- How often
- 147 mentions
- What guests say
- Relaxing outdoor area with sunbeds, fresh towels, and a garden setting.
- How often
- 82 mentions
- What guests say
- Spotless interiors with daily housekeeping service and fresh scents.
- How often
- 75 mentions
- What guests say
- Daily baskets delivered to the room with fresh pastries, fruit, and variety.
- How often
- 61 mentions
Arrival, departure and rules
Plan on checking in from 15:00 to 00:00 and checking out from 00:00 to 11:00. What to expect at check-in: “You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.”
The house rules, plainly: “This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.”
Similar places nearby
Worth comparing: four more from “Apartments in Porto”, the well-reviewed ones first and the closest after them. Distances are straight lines.
| Place to stay | Type | Area | Distance | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments (this one) | Apartment | - | 9.6 (748 reviews) | |
| Seculo apartments | Apartment | 50 metres | 8.7 (217 reviews) | |
| Panorama Apartments Santa Catharina Porto | Apartment | 80 metres | 7.8 (23 reviews) | |
| UMA Santa Catarina - Pool & Fitness, Adults Only | Apartment | 80 metres | 9.0 (1,046 reviews) | |
| Santa Catarina Comfort by Vacationy | Apartment | 90 metres | 7.0 (12 reviews) |
- Type
- Apartment
- Area
- Distance
- -
- Guest score
- 9.6 (748 reviews)
- Type
- Apartment
- Area
- Distance
- 50 metres
- Guest score
- 8.7 (217 reviews)
- Type
- Apartment
- Area
- Distance
- 80 metres
- Guest score
- 7.8 (23 reviews)
- Type
- Apartment
- Area
- Distance
- 80 metres
- Guest score
- 9.0 (1,046 reviews)
- Type
- Apartment
- Area
- Distance
- 90 metres
- Guest score
- 7.0 (12 reviews)
Reading the guest score
748 reviews have scored this place 9.6 out of 10. That is a large enough base that a single rave or complaint barely shifts it, so the number holds up.
On score and reviews together it comes 2 of 549 in “Apartments in Porto”, among the top three.
Temperatures in Porto through the year
The month-by-month average high and low, so you can pick the right time to visit.
Long-run averages from the national weather office, not a forecast.
The figures behind this chart, as a table
| Row | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily high | 13.8 °C | 15 °C | 17.4 °C | 18.1 °C | 20.1 °C | 23.5 °C | 25.3 °C | 25.7 °C | 24.1 °C | 20.7 °C | 17.1 °C | 14.4 °C |
| Daily low | 5.2 °C | 5.9 °C | 7.8 °C | 9.1 °C | 11.6 °C | 14.5 °C | 15.9 °C | 15.9 °C | 14.7 °C | 12.2 °C | 8.9 °C | 6.9 °C |
Choosing when to come
For the warmest days, aim for August, when average highs reach about 26 °C (78 °F); January is the coolest month, with highs around 14 °C (57 °F). These are long-run averages, not a forecast, so check the week's forecast before you pack.
The full data sheet
Every fact with its source: the property's details as published in September 2026, and the distances measured from its coordinates.
Download the full table as CSV · 242 rows
Show all 242 figures
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| The property22 | ||
| Name | Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Booking.com property number | 12440548 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Type of property | Apartment | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Address | Rua de Santa Catarina 1305, União de Freguesias do Centro, 4000-099 Porto, Portugal | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Postcode | 4000-099 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Latitude | 41.1577372 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Longitude | -8.6046788 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Distance from the centre, straight line | 1.0 km (0.7 miles) | Own calculation from the coordinates, 41.1496 N, 8.6110 W |
| Direction from the centre | north-east | Own calculation from the coordinates |
| Walking time to the centre, estimated | about 15 minutes | Own estimate: straight line plus 30 percent, at 5 km/h |
| Guest score | 9.6 out of 10 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Number of guest reviews | 748 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Check-in | from 15:00 to 00:00 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Check-out | from 00:00 to 11:00 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Parking | Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day. | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Internet | WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Photos | 45 photos | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Data as of | September 2026 | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12 | Premium Studio with City View, 2 guests | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12 | Superior Apartment with Private Terrace, 2 guests | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12 | Premium Apartment with Private Terrace, 2 guests | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room type, 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-12 | Superior Apartment with Balcony and Pool View, 2 guests | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Facilities120 | ||
| Highlight: Restaurant | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Parking | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Spa & wellness centre | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Kitchen | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Free WiFi | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Airport shuttle | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: View | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Fitness centre | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Air conditioning | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Highlight: Family rooms | yes | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Parking: overview | Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day. | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Parking: Parking garage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Internet: overview | WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Internet: Internet services | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Children's high chair | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Dining table | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Coffee machine | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Toaster | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Stovetop | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Oven | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Tumble dryer | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Kitchenware | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Electric kettle | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Kitchen | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Washing machine | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Dishwasher | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Microwave | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Refrigerator | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Kitchen: Kitchenette | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bedroom: Linen | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bedroom: Wardrobe or closet | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Toilet paper | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Towels | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Bidet | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Bath or shower | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Slippers | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Toilet | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Free toiletries | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Hairdryer | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Bathroom: Shower | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Living Area: Dining area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Living Area: Sofa | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Living Area: Seating area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Media & Technology: Flat-screen TV | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Media & Technology: Satellite channels | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Media & Technology: Radio | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Media & Technology: TV | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Socket near the bed | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Drying rack for clothing | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Clothes rack | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Hardwood or parquet floors | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Ironing facilities | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Room amenities: Iron | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Accessibility: Entire unit wheelchair accessible | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Accessibility: Upper floors accessible by elevator | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Picnic area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Outdoor furniture | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Outdoor dining area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Sun terrace | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Terrace | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoors: Garden | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Common areas: Games room | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Pool/beach towels | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Fitness | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Full body massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Hand massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Head massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Couples massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Foot massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Neck massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Back massage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Spa lounge/relaxation area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Steam room | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Sun umbrellas | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Sun loungers or beach chairs | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Hammam | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Massage (extra charge) | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Spa & wellness centre | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Fitness centre | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Wellness: Sauna | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Coffee house on site | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Breakfast in the room | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Bar | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Minibar | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Restaurant | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Food & Drink: Tea/Coffee maker | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Activities: Happy hour | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Services & Extras: Executive lounge access | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Outdoor & View: View | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Transport: Airport shuttle (extra charge) | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Reception services: Invoice provided | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Reception services: Private check-in/check-out | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Reception services: Concierge service | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Reception services: Luggage storage | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Reception services: Express check-in/check-out | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Entertainment & family services: Board games/puzzles | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Cleaning services: Daily housekeeping | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Cleaning services: Laundry | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Business facilities: Fax/photocopying | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Business facilities: Meeting/banquet facilities | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Lower bathroom sink | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Raised toilet | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Toilet with grab rails | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Wheelchair accessible | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Designated smoking area | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Air conditioning | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Non-smoking throughout | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Heating | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Soundproof rooms | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Lift | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Family rooms | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Facilities for disabled guests | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Miscellaneous: Non-smoking rooms | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: Fire extinguishers | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: CCTV outside property | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: CCTV in common areas | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: Smoke alarms | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: Security alarm | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: Key card access | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Safety & security: Key access | offered | Booking.com partner catalogue, September 2026 |
| Porto and its climate100 | ||
| Coordinates of Porto | 41.15, -8.61083 decimal degrees | Wikidata |
| Population of Porto | 231,800 · As of 2021. | Wikidata |
| Area of Porto | 41.42 km² | Wikidata |
| Elevation of Porto | 104 m | Wikidata |
| Region | North Portugal | Wikipedia |
| District | Porto | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in January | 13.8 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in January | 5.2 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in January | 147.1 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in January | 124 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in February | 15 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in February | 5.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in February | 110.5 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in February | 129 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in March | 17.4 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in March | 7.8 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in March | 95.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in March | 192 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in April | 18.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in April | 9.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in April | 117.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in April | 217 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in May | 20.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in May | 11.6 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in May | 89.6 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in May | 258 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in June | 23.5 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in June | 14.5 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in June | 39.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in June | 274 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in July | 25.3 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in July | 15.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in July | 20.4 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in July | 308 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in August | 25.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in August | 15.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in August | 32.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in August | 295 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in September | 24.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in September | 14.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in September | 71.9 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in September | 224 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in October | 20.7 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in October | 12.2 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in October | 158.3 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in October | 184 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in November | 17.1 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in November | 8.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in November | 172 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in November | 139 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily high in December | 14.4 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Average daily low in December | 6.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Rainfall in December | 181 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Sunshine hours in December | 124 h · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Annual rainfall | 1,237 mm · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Highest temperature recorded | 40.9 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| Lowest temperature recorded | -3.3 °C · Station: Porto (Fontainhas), elevation: 93 m, 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1981–2007, sunshine & humidity 1961–1990. The weather box cites: IPMA | Wikipedia |
| UNESCO World Heritage Site: Historic Centre of Oporto, Luiz I Bridge and Monastery of Serra do Pilar | inscribed 1996 · The listing covers the historic centre, the Dom Luís I Bridge and the Serra do Pilar monastery across the river in Gaia. | UNESCO World Heritage Centre |
| Municipal tourist tax per night | 3 EUR · Raised from 2 to 3 euros per night (porto.pt news; the municipality's Leme portal reports 32.3 million euros collected in 2025). | Câmara Municipal do Porto |
| Tourist tax cap per stay | 21 EUR · Charged for at most seven consecutive nights per stay, per the consumer magazine; the municipal regulation is the authority. | Which? |
| Metro and bus single ticket, zones Z2 (central Porto), valid one hour | 1.4 EUR · Andante occasional ticket; tariff in force from 1 January 2024. Ten loaded at once give one free. | Metro do Porto |
| Andante 24 ticket, 24 hours in zones Z2 | 5.35 EUR | Metro do Porto |
| Metro single ticket, zones Z3 | 1.85 EUR | Metro do Porto |
| Metro line E from the airport to Trindade (city centre) | 27 minutes · Two independent guides give 26-30 minutes (livingtours.com); trains every 20 minutes. The airport sits in fare zone Z4. | porto-north-portugal.com |
| Metro single, zone Z4 (airport to the centre) | 2.3 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; paper Andante card 0.60 EUR extra. A 24-hour Z4 ticket is 8.55 EUR. | Metro do Porto (official) |
| Metro single, airport to central Porto (zone Z4), used as the airport transfer fare | 2.3 EUR · Line E, Andante Z4 occasional ticket, tariff in force from 1 January 2026; the paper card costs 0.60 EUR extra. | Metro do Porto |
| Metro and bus single ticket in central Porto (zones Z2), valid one hour | 1.4 EUR · Andante occasional ticket. | Metro do Porto |
| Andante Tour 1, 24 hours on the whole Andante network | 7.75 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; transport only, no museum entry or discounts. | Metro do Porto |
| Andante Tour 3, 72 hours on the whole Andante network | 16.55 EUR · Tariff in force from 1 January 2026; transport only. | Metro do Porto |
| Car hire in Portugal, average per day in winter (December to February) | 14.25 EUR · National average from the rental broker DiscoverCars, bookings of the previous year, published about 2024; not a Porto quote and not the 2026 rate. | Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study) |
| Car hire in Portugal, average per day in summer (June to August) | 35.78 EUR · National average, same study; dated. | Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study) |
| Petrol 95, efficient price per litre, week 7-13 September 2026 | 2.12 EUR · Regulator reference price with taxes; DGEG discounted pump prices were 1 cent lower. | ERSE |
| Small petrol car consumption, Renault Clio, WLTP combined | 5.1 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure; real driving on hills uses more. | Renault Portugal |
| Hostel dorm bed, median per night | 27.37 EUR · 12 dorm-bed offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Hostel dorm bed, median per night | 27.37 EUR · 12 dorm-bed offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Budget double: guest houses, B&Bs and 1-2 star hotels, median per night | 105.56 EUR · 78 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Budget double: guest houses, B&Bs and 1-2 star hotels, median per night | 105.56 EUR · 78 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Mid-range double: 3-4 star hotels, median per night | 220.1 EUR · 51 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Mid-range double: 3-4 star hotels, median per night | 220.1 EUR · 51 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Upper double: 5-star hotels, median per night | 419.73 EUR · 19 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| Upper double: 5-star hotels, median per night | 419.73 EUR · 19 two-person offers. Median of the lowest rate per listing for two nights from 10 October 2026, 1,000 central listings, converted from US dollars at the site's rate; one sample date, so the same figure stands for every season. | Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours |
| A cheap meal per person, upper end of the EUR 5-10 price band | 10 EUR · 31 of the restaurants that publish a band sit in EUR 5-10, the second most common band. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026. | Porto Tours restaurant database |
| A mid-range meal per person, upper end of the EUR 10-15 price band | 15 EUR · 68 restaurants, the most common band. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026. | Porto Tours restaurant database |
| An upscale meal per person, the start of the EUR 50+ band | 50 EUR · 9 restaurants publish EUR 50+. Bands are the restaurants' published price ranges per person, 554 restaurants checked September 2026. | Porto Tours restaurant database |
| Porto tourist tax per person per night | 3 EUR · Up to seven nights; children under 13 exempt. | Câmara Municipal do Porto |
| Port lodge visit with tasting, Taylor's adult ticket | 25 EUR · Audio tour with three Ports, September 2026. | Taylor's |
| Budget car hire in Portugal, average per day in winter | 14.25 EUR · National average of a car-rental broker's bookings, December to February, published about 2024; dated. | Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study) |
| Budget car hire in Portugal, average per day in summer | 35.78 EUR · National average, June to August, same study; dated. | Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study) |
| Medium car hire in Porto, average per day | 38 EUR · Booking.com Cars' average for a medium car in Porto, read 17 September 2026; no season given, so the same figure is used all year. | Booking.com Cars |
| Medium car hire in Porto, average per day | 38 EUR · Same figure; no seasonal split published. | Booking.com Cars |
| Mid-size petrol car consumption, Renault Captur, WLTP combined | 5.7 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure. | Renault Portugal |
| Premium car consumption (mid-size figure used) | 5.7 l/100 km · No premium model's official figure was sourced; the mid-size Captur figure stands in. | Renault Portugal |
| Small petrol car consumption, Renault Clio, WLTP combined | 5.1 l/100 km · Manufacturer figure. | Renault Portugal |
| Domestic draught beer, 0.5 litre, in a bar or restaurant in Porto | 3 EUR · Crowd-sourced average, range 2.00-4.50 EUR, read 17 September 2026. | Numbeo |
| Private airport transfer to central Porto, per vehicle, median of the site's six picks | 27.35 EUR · Median of six private airport transfers rated in partners/transfers.json (EUR 17.00 to 74.90), 16 September 2026. | GetYourGuide and Viator listings |
| Premium car hire in Porto, per day | 100 EUR · Set by the site owner on 17 September 2026; no public source separates premium from medium car rates. | Porto Tours (owner figure) |
| Premium car hire in Porto, per day | 100 EUR · Set by the site owner on 17 September 2026; same figure all year. | Porto Tours (owner figure) |
| Historic tram, single ride bought on board | 6 EUR · About 6 euros a single and 8 euros for two rides the same day; the historic trams are a separate fare from the Andante network. | STCP historic tram fare, reported by Porto guides |
| Palacio da Bolsa guided tour, adult | 14 EUR · Guided visits only, in Portuguese, Spanish, French or English; 9.50 euros student, school or senior. | Palacio da Bolsa |
| Soares dos Reis National Museum, adult | 10 EUR · Open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00; closed Mondays and on 24 June, the city holiday. | Museus e Monumentos de Portugal |
Common questions
When is check-in, and when is check-out?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 00:00 and check-out from 00:00 to 11:00. Worth knowing: “You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.”
Can I walk to the city centre?
Yes. The centre is 1.0 km (0.7 miles) off, some 15 minutes on foot.
Can I park at the property?
Here is what applies: “Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day.”
Is wifi available?
Here is what applies: “WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.”
Is there breakfast?
Add breakfast to the rate and pick from “Very good breakfast US$21” and “Very good breakfast included”.
Can guests prepare their own meals?
Cooking is possible, with a kitchen provided. The kitchen also comes with children's high chair, dining table, coffee machine, toaster, stovetop, oven, tumble dryer and kitchenware.
Does the property have accessibility features?
The property provides entire unit wheelchair accessible and upper floors accessible by elevator. For any other requirements, check with the property before you book.
Can I rely on the guest score?
It is dependable: 748 reviews have rated it 9.6 out of 10, enough for a fair average.

Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments
★ 9.6/10 · 748 reviewsChoose your dates to see which rooms are free at Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments, and at what rate.
Sources
All figures above come from these sources, and the data sheet identifies the source of each row.
- 1Booking.com listing: Vila Catarina Luxury Apartments accessed 2026-09-15Property type, address, coordinates, stars, guest score and reviews, check-in and check-out, facilities, house rules, the review summary and the room types of a dated search.
- 2Own calculation from the coordinatesStraight-line distance from 41.1496 N, 8.6110 W; walking time estimated as that distance plus 30 percent, at 5 km/h.
- 3Wikidata accessed 2026-09-15
- 4Wikipedia accessed 2026-09-15
- 5UNESCO World Heritage Centre accessed 2026-09-15
- 6Câmara Municipal do Porto accessed 2026-09-15
- 7Which? accessed 2026-09-15
- 8Metro do Porto accessed 2026-09-15
- 9porto-north-portugal.com accessed 2026-09-15
- 10Metro do Porto (official) accessed 2026-09-15
- 11Notícias ao Minuto (DiscoverCars study) accessed 2026-09-17
- 12ERSE accessed 2026-09-17
- 13Renault Portugal accessed 2026-09-17
- 14Booking.com listings sampled by Porto Tours accessed 2026-09-17
- 15Porto Tours restaurant database accessed 2026-09-17
- 16Taylor's accessed 2026-09-17
- 17Booking.com Cars accessed 2026-09-17
- 18Renault Portugal accessed 2026-09-17
- 19Numbeo accessed 2026-09-17
- 20GetYourGuide and Viator listings accessed 2026-09-17
- 21Porto Tours (owner figure) accessed 2026-09-17
- 22STCP historic tram fare, reported by Porto guides accessed 2026-09-18
- 23Palacio da Bolsa accessed 2026-09-18
- 24Museus e Monumentos de Portugal accessed 2026-09-18
- 25Wikidata accessed 2026-09-15
- 26UNESCO World Heritage Centre accessed 2026-09-15
- 27porto-north-portugal.com accessed 2026-09-15
