1872 River House by Olivia

4.0 star property

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Superior Room, River View
Front of property
Lounge
City view from property
Superior Room, River View

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$435
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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Rua do Infante D. Henrique, 133, Porto, 4050-080
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dom Luis I Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • River view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Charm Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Porto

1872 River House by Olivia puts you in the heart of Porto, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and multilingual staff. Plus you'll find luggage storage, a front desk safe and a communal living room. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Centro / Baixa B&B, attractions include Porto Cathedral and Avenida dos Aliados.

What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ribeira Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avenida dos Aliados - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Infante Stop - 1 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 10 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café do Cais - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brunch It - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Terreiro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café São Nicolau - ‬2 min walk

About this property

1872 River House by Olivia

1872 River House by Olivia offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. 1872 River House by Olivia also features a front desk safe, a communal living room, and a lift.

This 4-star Porto bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1872
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
1872 River House by Olivia offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 30 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1872
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 38 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (328 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 17264/AL

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

1872 River House B&B Porto
1872 River House B&B
1872 River House Porto
1872 River House
1872 River House
1872 River House by Olivia Porto
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast
1872 River House by Olivia Bed & breakfast Porto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 1872 River House by Olivia?

1872 River House by Olivia offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 1872 River House by Olivia?

As of 18 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1872 River House by Olivia on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$435, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to 1872 River House by Olivia?

The closest beach to 1872 River House by Olivia is Matosinhos Beach (7.9 km).

Does 1872 River House by Olivia serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1872 River House by Olivia?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at 1872 River House by Olivia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at 1872 River House by Olivia?

No, pets are not allowed.

1872 River House by Olivia Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 363 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s in a perfect location reasonably priced and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We stayed two weeks and looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, wonderful location and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff and very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, comfortable rooms, beautiful views.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Local very good and staff members very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PIERRE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing with communicating with us regarding how to check in as our check in time approached. The building was beautifully designed and right on the water. The staff was amazing. Parking was expensive but convenient. Loved the location! Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald Francis

Quaint, clean and awesome location. Great breakfast and attentive staff. As we don’t have mobility challenges, it was a “top drawer experience”
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel van den

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, incredible staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful rooms, professional staff, delicious food, and ideal location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing quaint little spot with wonderful staff and service! AMAZING location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff wants you to have the best experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful staff. We were just a little disappointed that our room did not have the print doors as shown on their website. It turns out there are only a few room rooms without amenity, even though of the room without it are given the same classification.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff very accommodating. Location is excellent can walk everywhere highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing! Will plan to stay here again if I’m back in Porto.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

catherine Fellistas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
excellent Proximity to restaurants/shopping/sightseeing walkable Clean room Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So charming and a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay here with great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless & smelt lovely! The staff were also so helpful and the products were lovely! It also was in a perfect location. 100% would return! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rozanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem on the Douro River. The staff were welcoming, kind and attentive. Thank you Maria for your incredible hospitality. The hotel is quaint and beautifully appointed and the breakfast was wonderful. We would love to return to this very special place and of course we highly recommend it to travellers who are looming for something special.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025