Stunning reception at high level of Luis bridge (this is floor 14), and then restaurant and roof terrace immediately below down to floor 10 all with breathtaking views. Then Guest rooms are beneath on levels 10 down to 1 and cascade down the steep hillside towards the riverside. Useful exit too at level 1 to access riverside areas both sides of the Duoro. The guest rooms are stylish and comfortable. Windows are only small as its a historic converted Port warehouse but they still give stunning river views. The bar roof terrace complete with plunge pool was a unique feature and an enjoyable place to relax. Lots of interest from Onlookers walking the bridge as its looked down on slightly from the high level walkway and modern tram line just above. But not an issue. Dinner was excellent the night we ate in the hotel restaurant. The hotel's location is great for exploring both sides of the river.

Small point in bathroom where I saw some orange build up starting of body fat where shower tray meets tiling, at the base of the shower door or behind handbasin tap. Small but I notice such things. Just needs some bleach and a scrub to avoid build up. Otherwise Excellent level of cleanliness throughout the hotel.

What we liked about this hotel *its proximity to the both sides of the Douro river *exceptional views *ultra friendly staff from reception. restaurant, housekeeping *reasonably priced, great value *exceptional breakfast, nice variety, fresh ingredients, health options *has an elevator that goes from bridge level to (almost) river level. We stayed 4 nights in a room with partial city views and just loved the experience.

We would definitely recommend this hotel and stay again. Just beware that the size of the rooms are smaller than rooms in modern hotels. Space is premium in older buildings! If you can overcome this, it’s the best hotel in town.

Excellent location with great views to the Ponte Luis I. Fine dining service, excellent staff, very welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Car parking - very functional and reasonably priced for this location in Porto. We liked pretty much every aspect of our stay.

We didn't use the garden terrace with the small swimming pool and two reasons were: swimming pool is not heated, therefore pretty cold in early June and also the terrace is located a level lower than the Ponte Luis I, which makes it fully visible by all crowds passing through the bridge. Unfortunately, no privacy whatsoever at the terrace. But if you don't mind these factors, then it's a great outdoor space with fantastic views.

This was our 3rd time to Porto and our 1st time staying at this hotel and wow we would not stay anywhere else when we next visit! Staff were so lovely and friendly, location and view fantastic so easy to walk across the bridge to the other side but equally so easy to access all the lovely restaurants and port houses on the same side. I personally prefer the side that this hotel is on, plenty of things to do and lots of lovely restaurants. We ate in the wine bar on our first night and the food was lovely. The hotel is just beautiful and should be a 5 star not a 4 star. We upgraded our room for an extra 20 euros a night and stayed in room 1212 and the view was fab! You get extra little perks such as an area with snacks and drinks that are all included in the rate. Oh yes, the room I almost forgot about that! Gorgeous bathroom with Clarins toiletries! Nice bright bathroom with a great shower. The bed linen was lovely quality and we had bathrobes and slippers provided for us. We didn't eat in the main restaurant but had a look at it and also the menu which was so reasonably priced and did look lovely but we just did not have enough time to do everything on this trip, definitely next time though! Lobby area is also beautiful and we did in fact stop for coffee here on our last trip and found it so lovely, it prompted us to book the hotel for this trip and we are so very glad we did!!

There is only one tiny little thing that I can say I didn't like, well not didn't like but found it a bit awkward to get to and that was the Nespresso machine, which was lovely but as it sits inside the wardrobe it was a little tricky to access (sorry that sounds really pathetic doesn't it given everything else about this hotel is amazing!)

We had an amazing experience at this hotel. It's just above the Ponte de ferro and has an internal lift that takes you down the street level. Fro there you can walk the other side or stay in Gaia and there are plenty of options with regards to food and drinks. The hotel has amazing, breathtaking views of the bridge, the river, the boats. Opposite the hotel is Jardim de Morro where you can also enjoy the sunrise or sunset. Together with the hotel location, the design, the staff at this hotel went beyond their duties to make us feel welcome. Even arranged a birthday cake for my husband's birthday which was a very thoughtful thing to do. We ate twice at the restaurant at lunch and evening and in both occasions the food was really good and again the staff were amazing. Breakfast has a varied option of salty and sweets and you can also request items from the menu and they prepare them fresh for you. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. I would definitely stay here again should I visit Porto again. Thank you for everything.

The Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro is in a perfect location and has lifts (elevators) both at the top of the bridge and near the river at the bottom although there is still a steep hill to negotiate. Vila Nova de Gaia is beautiful and the views stunning. It was a short walk over the bridge to Porto. The staff were exceptional - everyone was friendly and helpful, always courteous and smiling. There was a wide range of dishes for the breakfast buffet and optional cooked meal to your table. The soft beds were amongst the most comfortable we have experienced on our travels and large soft pillows suited us well. The room also had a sofa, two chairs and a small round table. The bathroom was well lit with a walk-in shower and without prompting, they provided a slip-mat and chair for my elderly mother to use. We were fearful it would be noisy but actually the room was very quiet although we could hear other guests when they were in the corridor. The hotel is also just a short walk to the hop-on-hop-off tourist bus. We used the Blue (Grey Line) service and this took us out to the beach on the Atlantic.

There was only one small drawer in the entire room and the shelves in the wardrobe were occupied by the safe, the kettle and the minibar so limited space for our clothes. The window in the room was relatively small but offered a wonderful view of the river and the bridge. The curtain didn't pull all the way across and the bridge is lit at night so a black-out drape would be better. There were minimal toiletries supplied but we had our own and there was a notice that you could ask if anything was needed.

What can I say about this property, well it is probably the most picturesque spot in all of the region. I worried about not staying in Porto proper, but I would absolutely stay in Villa Nova de Gaia again. It was all the amazingness without the hassle. The views, this is one of the top reason to book this hotel, you are right next to the best sunset spot in both cities and I’d even go as far to say the the front patio of the hotel is even better (with drinks of course). The breakfast every morning was amazing, the staff was always on point and the most helpful. You want to stay here especially if you have someone to impress. This one is a couples delight.

The onsite parking can be a little hard to get into (due to small streets) but the staff was ready and willing to help direct you into the garage wether you were good enough to pull in the first try or it takes multi point turns and reversing to make it into the garage.

Amazing location, perfect for the view, a short walk into the centre of Porto and the riverfront. The room was comfortable, nice decor and great shower. Breakfast was great value at €17 (didn't go for it every day, plenty of options nearby to try), great service, lovely food and could sit out on the balcony with a view of Porto. Small gym was good for a quick workout in the morning (but crowded if anyone else was using). Pool on the rooftop bar only really usable between 5 and 7pm as in the shade (and v chilly) earlier than that (September).

Service in the bar was a little slow.

Location is excellent, just at the edge of the buzziest part of the Gaia (south) bank of the river. Stunning views from all public areas and interesting even from the more basic rooms. The hotel is fascinatingly and stylishly designed with lifts linking a building on the bridge level to one starting at the level of the winding waterside streets. A fine dining restaurant, a pool bar, and a cocktail bar, all with those views. And there's even a bar in the lobby, how cool is that?

The Metro trains on that bridge make quite a noise all day and much of the night. Decent soundproofing keeps it under reasonable control though.

We were massively let down by an Airbnb host in Porto which left us without a place to stay on arrival. We found Vincci Porte de Ferro and walked to the hotel, we spoke to Flavia at the reception and explained our situation, she calmly took all our details and got us a free drink in the bar whilst she processed our room booking we had quickly made on Booking.com. We decided to pay a little extra per night and got a room overlooking the river and the iconic bridge - amazing views. Anyone going to Porto for a holiday must book this hotel, this is in the perfect location, stunning views, amazing sky bar with pool, easy access to both levels of the bridge levels 1 and 14 - it is needed. And most of all the staff are wonderful and could not do enough for us, it felt like 5 star accommodation. 10 out of 10 Vincci Porte de Ferro😎

Everything was perfect.