Title: DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Porto Cathedral ## Photo gallery for DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY ![Dining - DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY (Oporto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/4ed6350f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY (Oporto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/601f5c3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle - DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY (Oporto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/f1d4d7f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY (Oporto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/502c2ed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY (Oporto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93157700/93157681/6d16a06b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience Porto's vibrant Historic center at this designer-decorated apartment, where you're just a 1-minute walk from Rua de Santa Catarina. With fast Wi-Fi, cable TV, and easy access to the city via public transport or on foot to the Douro River and Ribeira. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Book your trip to our apartment that offers you everything you need to fully enjoy your stay in Porto. Our team is dedicated to providing an excellent stay, ensuring cleanliness, comfort, permanent communication and a worry-free and pleasant experience from start to finish, with all the amenities advertised for both leisure getaways and business trips The city is a true treasure. The historic centre classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Porto enchants with its stone streets, colourful tiles and historic buildings, distributed across the famous hills that descend to the Douro River. You can still get lost in the historic alleys, stroll through traditional trams, climb the Clérigos Tower for a breathtaking panoramic view, visit Livraria Lello, cross the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, explore Ribeira or visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Each corner tells a story and each detail reveals centuries of tradition and culture. Feel the energy of Porto, savour the local gastronomy and be part of the magic of this unique city! Comfort, authenticity and Porto hospitality await you! Before booking, please note: Smoking is prohibited inside the apartment (minimum fee of 250€ if there is evidence such as smell, ashes, cigarette butts). •Online registration: guest data must be registered independently through our own platform before arrival •Check-in: autonomous with digital lock and/or access keys. •Access codes: provided on the day of check-in, after the apartment is ready and the online registration is correctly completed. Number of guests: Confirm that the number of guests is correct on the reservation. Changes must be made before check-in. Exceeding the indicated number may result in additional fees or refusal of stay. Stays >20 nights: A fair use policy of 90€ for water and electricity applies; extra will be charged. Initial and final readings will be recorded. Apartment access with stairs •Works in progress next to the apartment ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 35666/AL ### Property is also known as 427667 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.14612%2C-8.60566&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n1x2aysmY4OnSIzN2-dqwMP-Puw=) Oporto #### What's nearby - Porto Historic Center \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Bolhao Market \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Porto Cathedral \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Dom Luis I Bridge \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Ribeira Square \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km #### Getting around - Batalha Stop - 2 min walk - São Bento Station - 7 min walk - Porto Airport (OPO) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Majestic Café - ‬4 min walk - ‪Café Santiago - ‬2 min walk - ‪Brasão Cervejaria Coliseu - ‬2 min walk - ‪Café Santiago da Praça - ‬2 min walk - ‪República dos Cachorros - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY? ### What time is check-out at DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY? ### Where is DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE APARTMENT by VACATIONY Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### C M. Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Conforme aux photos et proche des commodités . Avons passé 5 jours très agréables.Le seul bémol serait de revoir les tiroirs du meuble cuisine qu’on a dû mal à ouvrir et le repose serviette de la salle de bain suspect.Des chaînes TV internationales seraient un plus.Bouteille de vin offerte à notre arrivée Donc , nous recommandons sans hésiter ##### C M. 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