Design hotel in Porto's historic center with literary theme. Comfortable rooms, rooftop bar with city views, walking distance to major sights including Clérigos Tower.
Eurostars Das Letras is a design hotel on Rua de Santa Catarina 10 in Porto's historic centre, occupying a prominent position on one of the city's most animated shopping and café streets. The hotel's literary theme — reflected in book-lined corridors, author portraits, and quotation murals — pays homage to Portugal's tradition of café culture and intellectual life. The 92 rooms are contemporary in style with good sound insulation from the busy street below, and several categories offer private balconies overlooking Santa Catarina. A rooftop terrace and bar crowns the building, providing views over the city's terracotta tile rooftops and, on clear days, the Douro River. The breakfast buffet is served on the upper floor and receives consistent praise for its breadth, including local pastries, fresh fruit, and hot options. The Clérigos Tower, Lello bookshop, and the Trindade metro station are all within an 8-minute walk, while the Bolhão Market and São Bento station are slightly further east along Santa Catarina. The hotel caters to a blend of leisure visitors and business travellers; meeting rooms are available for small-group events. Staff can arrange port wine cellar tours in Gaia, day trips to the Douro Valley, and dinner reservations at recommended neighbourhood restaurants. The property's central location makes it one of the most walkable bases for Porto sightseeing.
Amenities
- rooftop bar
- design rooms
- central location
- WiFi
- breakfast buffet
Location
Rua de Santa Catarina 10, 4000-441 Porto
41.1483, -8.6139 View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop terrace and bar with city views over Porto's terracotta rooftops
- Literary design theme with book-lined corridors and author portrait murals
- On Rua Santa Catarina, Porto's main shopping street, steps from key landmarks
- 8-minute walk to Trindade metro, Clérigos Tower, and Livraria Lello
- Praised breakfast buffet with local pastries and broad hot and cold selection
Tips for visiting
- Rooms above the fourth floor on the street-facing side have the best rooftop-bar views but can catch street noise — request a rear-facing room for quiet.
- The rooftop bar is a popular sundowner spot; arrive before 7 pm on summer evenings for a table.
- Santa Catarina is largely pedestrianised — arriving guests should use the Bolhão or Trindade taxi drop-off points.
- Port wine lodge tours in Gaia are easily arranged via the concierge and typically run 1–3 hours with tasting.
- Lello bookshop requires a timed entrance ticket (redeemable against purchases) — book online a day ahead.
Accessibility
Eurostars Das Letras is in a purpose-built modern hotel structure with a lift serving all guest floors and step-free street-level access. Accessible rooms with adapted bathrooms are available on request.
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Frequently asked questions
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is included in most Eurostars rate plans. Confirm when booking, particularly for promotional rates which may exclude it.
Is there parking at the hotel?
The hotel does not have dedicated parking. Public parking is available in the Bolhão and Trindade areas, a short walk away.
How far is Porto Airport?
Porto Airport is 14 km northwest. The Trindade metro station, 8 minutes on foot, has a direct Purple Line connection to the airport taking around 25 minutes.
Is the hotel good for business travellers?
Yes, the hotel offers meeting rooms, business-focused amenities in rooms, and is well-positioned for Porto's financial and commercial district.