Vila Gale Porto - Centro Hotel, Porto
About the Hotel
Vila Gale Porto - Centro is situated in a modern 19-story building with a distinctive green-and-white facade. The hotel features a wellness center, including a heated indoor pool and offers stunning views of the city. Located just a short walk from the vibrant downtown area, guests can easily access numerous cultural attractions. This hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers, making it a convenient choice in Porto.
Location
Vila Gale Porto is just 5 minutes from the Campo 24 Agosto Metro station, facilitating easy transportation throughout the city. Notable attractions such as the historic Batalha Square, the Museu Serralves, and the Port Wine Cellars are within a 15 to 20-minute walk from the hotel. The convenient access to public transport makes it an ideal base for exploring Porto's cultural heritage.
Rooms
The hotel comprises 292 well-appointed rooms, including 40 superior rooms and 19 suites featuring modern amenities. Each room is air-conditioned and decorated with violet-colored accents, providing a comfortable atmosphere. Guests can choose between a room with a shower or a bathtub, based on availability. Selected units feature a dedicated seating area for added comfort.
Eat & Drink
Vila Gale Porto offers a breakfast buffet featuring a variety of Portuguese cuisine and other options. The Paris – Texas Restaurant serves both a la carte and buffet options for lunch and dinner, with an emphasis on local dishes. Additionally, the hotel has two bars, including a blues and soul-themed bar with live music, where guests can relax and enjoy beverages.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features the Satsanga Spa, providing wellness services including massage treatments, a sauna, a hot tub, and a fitness center with ample natural light. Extensive meeting facilities are available for corporate events, equipped with various rooms accommodating different capacities. A lobby Internet corner and a 24-hour front desk offer additional convenience for guests.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Pool tables
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel's rooms were pretty okay, clean, and comfortable within walking distance of downtown. However, it lacked some basic amenities you'd expect at a 4-star hotel. I was pleasantly surprised that my room was ready even though I arrived early.
The hotel is smack in the middle of Porto city center with lots of selection options. The rooms are nice and spacious, just near the elevator on the 8th floor. They were fine, with a comfortable bed and clean bathroom, although the furniture and showering facilities were a bit dated. The service was very friendly and helpful, the receptionist even went to extra lengths to help with inquiries. The location was a bit run down but the staff around the hotel were very good. The dining experience was generous with a wonderful buffet of select food. Overall, a good value for money stay with a few minor drawbacks.
The hotel offers amazing views but needs refurbishing in the rooms. Despite a few facilities lacking, the stay was generally pleasant. The service was efficient yet somewhat brusque at times.
The hotel rooms offered nice views and express lifts, but unfortunately, my bathroom was not as clean as expected. The service was friendly and very helpful, despite struggling with managing customer demand. The location was a bit off, not close to main attractions, but the staff members, like Celso, Ana, and Carlos, were attentive and friendly. The dining experience was beyond fantastic with a wide selection of food for 22 euros. Overall, a mixed experience with some highs and lows.
The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms with comfortable beds within walking distance of downtown. We enjoyed complimentary water and fresh fruit during our 5-night stay. The location is convenient, close to the train station, but a bit far from the city center. The dining experience was satisfactory, and the hotel facilities were well-maintained.
My stay at the hotel was a rollercoaster of experiences. Despite a rocky start, the room I was assigned completely turned things around, making my stay a positive one. The staff was mostly accommodating and friendly, although there were some hiccups that needed ironing out. The location was convenient, with easy access from the airport, but a bit distant from the center. The dining experience was nice overall, with room for improvement, and the facilities had their ups and downs.
The hotel offers rooms with a nice view but could use a refreshing scent; they are relatively small for two people. The service is really friendly and helpful, although a bit slow in working out solutions at times. The location is good, not too far from the city center, making it convenient. The dining experience exceeded expectations with a good selection, but lacked non-dairy options. The facilities are decent, and the price is acceptable for the value provided.
I found the hotel to be a mixed bag. While the service was quite friendly and helpful, the rooms were in dire need of attention. The location was convenient, near a metro station, but the facilities left much to be desired. Dining was satisfactory, with a decent selection available.
My stay at Vila Gale in Lisbon was a mix of pros and cons. The room was a bit run down with low beds and old furniture, but on the bright side, it was spacious, quiet, had a comfortable bed, and a good shower with plenty of hot water and strong pressure.
I had a delightful stay at the hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, super friendly staff, and a great location. Although the dining experience was a bit lacking in variety, the well-maintained pool area added to the overall enjoyment. The pricing was reasonable, but some additional services came at an extra cost.
The hotel was nice overall, with friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were not very big for the price paid, and some areas like the bathroom needed better cleaning. The location was convenient for access to the city center and local amenities, but a bit far from the waterfront.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, and I enjoyed the good breakfast included and free WiFi. However, the rooms were relatively small for two people, though it wasn't a major issue.
Staying at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious and clean, offering a comfortable bed and a clean bathroom, but the furniture and showering facilities seemed a bit dated. The location was convenient, being within walking distance of downtown, but it was slightly outside the main center. The service was friendly and sometimes helpful, although there were instances of brusqueness. The dining was basic, not reaching the standards of previous experiences elsewhere. Overall, it was an acceptable stay, with some room for improvement.
The hotel offered spacious rooms, the largest we had during our European trip, although they lacked sufficient lighting. The service, despite being pushed to its limits, managed to solve any issues we faced. The location was convenient for exploring Porto but had some drawbacks due to its surroundings. The dining experience was beyond fantastic, especially with great views over the city. The facilities provided, such as fast WiFi, a pool, sauna, and steam room, added to the overall comfort of our stay.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms were spacious and quiet, with a comfortable bed and a good shower providing plenty of hot water and strong pressure, but the old design and run-down appearance were a downside. The service was friendly and helpful overall, but there was a negative experience with being yelled at for breakfast. The location was great for exploring, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and sightseeing spots, though some parts seemed run down. The dining experience had a decent variety of food but lacked some high-quality options and had a weird structure. Facilities were satisfactory.