Ageas Porto Coliseum — Attraction in Porto

The Porto Coliseum Hotel is right at the Porto Coliseum venue. It's impossible to miss. It's a popular area and incredible central.

So, if you are looking for a good location this hotel is really a good option. Staying here you'll find yourself at a short walking distance to Santa Catarina, Clérigos (where the world famous Lello book store is located), Av. Aliados and many must-see squares with its restaurants and museums. If a 12-15 minute walk it's not a problem for you, you'll find the Ribeira, close to the river, and the São Bento train station.

Starting with logistics, if you're coming with your car, there is park right in front of the Hotel, usually with a lot of parking space and a 9€ rate per day if you're an hotel guest. Mind however if you are coming on a Friday or Saturday night, you may expect some traffic and less space, specially if a show is happening at the Coliseum. Anyway, there are plenty of parking lots around this area. Getting a taxi or Uber is easy, but because everything is just a short distance, walking in Porto can be such a good experience that I suggest you to leave the car for the whole stay.

Now, what you can find when arriving at the hotel? The Porto Coliseum is a completely refurbished small hotel . So expect a nice and clean space, with a minimalist design themed by cinema and theatre shows held in the past at the Coliseum. I have to say that the staff is quite friendly. They do their best to help you and support any need.

When choosing a room I suggest going for the suite, because the windows are for the backyard, and it means less noise. That was my choice and I didn't have problems. I've heard however a guest staying on a standard room complaining a little about the noise at the street (usually until midnight). Although they did some good soundproofing, it's never enough when you try to sleep. And independently what kind of room you are staying there is a challenge - the night club right next door. There's no sound proofing enough for the drum and bass vibrations, and although it wasn't a problem for me, more sensitive guests should bring sleeping hear plugs. Anyway, you are in Porto, so what are you doing in your bedroom at 11:00PM? You should be enjoying the local nightlife!

My room was spacious, very clean, good LED tv and fast internet. The bed was a little hard for the back, but it's something more to do with a personal taste rather than a quality issue.

The breakfast is served on an amazing rooftop. It's a basic breakfast, but fresh and tasty - expect different kinds of bread, croissants, some fresh fruit, coffee, orange juice, boiled eggs, cheese, cakes but nothing more than this. For those on a budget, there is a Pingo Doce supermarket in the same street, where you can buy everything.

I did a 5* rating, although the best would be a 4.5*, and here's why:

Cost: 4* good value for money, but you should check for cheaper similar alternatives, specially on AirBnB and serviced apartments

Rooms: 4* great rooms but the sound proofing can be a small issue

Location: 5* location, location, location

Cleanliness: 5* My personal experience was very positive everywhere in the hotel

Staff: 5* very...

We visited this hotel in course of our two-week voyage around the country (November, 2019) and it was among those 6 hotels we stayed with, and therefore, we could simply notify its advantages and weak points to be counted for:

1. A reasonably good and reliable place for staying in Porto in course of your tour around the country; Well situated - patient walking distances from historical locations (Saint Catherine str., the railway station, the very bridge, a lot of cathedrals, etc.), central streets, good and big supermarket - just some dozens meters from your gateway.
2. Not big place and, therefore, fortunately, not so crowding;
3. In front of the hotel, immediately across the street a three-store parking is situated where you could reserve a parking slot in advance with a help of the hotel's staff since, overall, the situation with parking in Porto is terrible!!! - just be aware of that; factually it was the unique city in Portugal (not even in Lisbon) where we were simply obliged to use services of this parking since it was just impossible to find a place to do that...;
4. Clean, thick, white (and not grey :)) towels and bedclothes and adequate room service;
5. Very polite and helpful personnel (special thanks to that girl who assisted us with parking on the first day, on our arrival);
6. Even for such a small hotel there are two elevators that help avoid any queues and disturbances in accessing your floors.

· Just some things to be worked properly with:

1. Wi-Fi functioning is not comfortable at all since it depends on your TV's turning-on; it should be re-engineered to work all over the hotel;
2. Travelling around Portugal you are to be accustomed not to have any variability or variety in course of your breakfasts - even the smallest breakfast in Greece would be bigger as in Portuguese hotels (an do not expect breakfasts like in Spain, or, at least in Germany - forget about that from the very beginning of your journey :))... BUT the very level of this good hotel requires the breakfast to be improved since it cannot be simply compensated by taking your meals at the roof's level...

The Coliseu do Porto is a captivating venue that holds a special place in my heart. Having had the privilege of performing there multiple times, I can attest to its unique charm and historical significance. The moment you step into its grandeur, you're transported to a world where art and history converge.

The Coliseu's architecture is a testament to its rich heritage, and its ornate details reflect a time of opulence and elegance. The acoustics are superb, creating an intimate connection between the performers and the audience, making each performance a truly immersive experience.

Having had the honor of gracing its stage, I can vouch for the electric atmosphere that fills the air. The sense of history and the knowledge that countless artists have stood where you stand is an inspiration in itself. Whether you're a performer or an audience member, the Coliseu do Porto offers a sense of community and connection that's truly unparalleled.

Beyond its aesthetic and historical allure, the Coliseu is a beacon of cultural significance in Porto. It's not merely a venue; it's a hub of artistic expression that brings people together to celebrate music, theater, and more. Its enduring legacy as a space that welcomes creativity and talent is a testament to its importance within the city's cultural landscape.

Every time I've had the honor of performing at the Coliseu do Porto, it's been a memorable experience that's etched in my memory. The stage's energy, the audience's enthusiasm, and the palpable sense of artistic history make it a one-of-a-kind venue. It's a place that not only showcases the best of performing arts but also fosters a sense of unity and appreciation for the...