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So first impression on the room wasn’t to favorable. Had medication that needed to be refrigerated, could Not get the fridge open. Tried to call front desk, phone didn’t work. So we went back downstairs (after a very long delayed flight, we weren’t really in the mood ). So the front desk said nothing they could do but if it made us a feel better they had complaint’s before. Then the bartender Lily, came up and said let’s get this resolved. She went upstairs with us and pulled the fridge right out of its cabinet, which actually helped and it worked. We just had to live around it being in the middle of the floor. There was zero space for clothes, no dresser, undersized side tables. The shower had mold In the grout and edges. But the beds were clean and comfortable and we made do. The breakfast was a typical hotel breakfast, same things everyday. The restaurant on the other hand was not good at all. Ordered two burgers that came raw. No one came back to check so we tried to eat them. Didn’t work. When person did come we were told that’s the way they are served. So we still were charged for $30 for something inedible. The pool was great, the fact you couldn’t use towels for the beach was a bummer. But the area is perfect and just a few hiccups. Like I said we managed. I would return but with a scrub brush for the tub walls.

Estuvimos 14 días hospedados. La habitación siempre estuvo limpia y lista. El staff siempre fue amable, atento y dispuesto a compartir su conocimiento del área, de restaurantes y de la ciudad, en especial Carlos en el front desk. El desayuno era excelente todos los días, con variedad para todos los gustos. Las empleadas del restaurante en el desayuno fueron muy atentas en todo momento. El Parkin es seguro y cómodo. Por nuestra grata experiencia recomiendo este hotel sin duda alguna.

Staff were nice enough but not overly helpful. We actually had two separate bookings. First one was for 2 days and then we added another day. We asked what rates were available as they had a few empty rooms. We actually ended up booking through Expedia again because it was quite a bit less than what they offered at the front counter. There was nothing being offered to guests at check in - water or a complementary drink like most other 4 star hotels in Europe. There was a foul smell in the lobby during the three days. The hotel seems to be relying on people willing to accept less than other comparable hotels due to its proximity to the Douro River. Great location but otherwise it’s an average hotel.

Lovely property but the hallway is really long, ok for young people but not for anyone with mobility issues. Noisy in the early morning because of construction next door. Staff is really terrific and good court next door is great for lunch, drinks or a casual dinner.

Beautiful property! Well maintained. Great Pool. Great gardens. Nice rooms. Great Staff. All Around nice time.

Beautiful property! Well maintained. Great Pool. Great gardens. Nice rooms. Great Staff. All Around nice time.

The staff was amazing.... would gladly stay there again... awesome stay.... around a &5 Euro Uber ride to downtown Porto..... fantastic

So first impression on the room wasn’t to favorable. Had medication that needed to be refrigerated, could Not get the fridge open. Tried to call front desk, phone didn’t work. So we went back downstairs (after a very long delayed flight, we weren’t really in the mood ). So the front desk said nothing they could do but if it made us a feel better they had complaint’s before. Then the bartender Lily, came up and said let’s get this resolved. She went upstairs with us and pulled the fridge right out of its cabinet, which actually helped and it worked. We just had to live around it being in the middle of the floor. There was zero space for clothes, no dresser, undersized side tables. The shower had mold In the grout and edges. But the beds were clean and comfortable and we made do. The breakfast was a typical hotel breakfast, same things everyday. The restaurant on the other hand was not good at all. Ordered two burgers that came raw. No one came back to check so we tried to eat them. Didn’t work. When person did come we were told that’s the way they are served. So we still were charged for $30 for something inedible. The pool was great, the fact you couldn’t use towels for the beach was a bummer. But the area is perfect and just a few hiccups. Like I said we managed. I would return but with a scrub brush for the tub walls.

Estuvimos 14 días hospedados. La habitación siempre estuvo limpia y lista. El staff siempre fue amable, atento y dispuesto a compartir su conocimiento del área, de restaurantes y de la ciudad, en especial Carlos en el front desk. El desayuno era excelente todos los días, con variedad para todos los gustos. Las empleadas del restaurante en el desayuno fueron muy atentas en todo momento. El Parkin es seguro y cómodo. Por nuestra grata experiencia recomiendo este hotel sin duda alguna.