Welcome to Your Home in Porto – Canto De Luz !
My beautiful restored Merchant’s townhouse has 5 spacious suites, 3 studio apartments, 2 one bedroom duplex villas and is the result of a loving restoration in the heart of Porto’s old down in a quiet cobbled street running parallel to the square of Porto town hall.
Behind the traditional tiled façade is a modern architectural gem, created around an atrium that floods the building with natural light. The property is filled with custom-made furniture, original art, premium appliances and fun gadgets.
Operated as one of Porto’s most successful Guest Houses, and consistently in the top 3 on various review platforms and Traveller’s Choice winner year on year, Canto de Luz is also available for exclusive occupation, when the whole space becomes yours to welcome friends and families or work colleagues travelling together as a private maison.
Please note that our exclusive occupation does not include the use of the main kitchen due to Portuguese health and safety requirements. You are welcome to use the kitchenettes in our Urban Retreats to prepare small meals for those staying in those rooms, else our Private chef will be happy to cater for you and serve your group in our Beautiful Orangerie.
Our rate includes Daily HouseKeeping service and Breakfast served at your table each day.
Our breakfasts have become the stuff of legend. They change daily according to the season and produce available in our local markets – always homemade with love.
Ideal for those who want a relaxing and luxurious place to stay which is a world apart from the chain hotels and poor quality accommodation otherwise available.
The hotel boasts a heated saltwater pool which is open from 09:30 to 20:30 daily.
Note : In the grounds of the Maison is our two bedroom Villa Almada which is also available for rent but is NOT included in the whole house booking. Guests access the villa via the main Kitchen and Orangerie through the main house garden. You can see and book the Villa separately to create a 12 bedroom stay. Just ask for details
LOCATION - Could NOT be better!
• At the heart of the old town in the renowned Rua Almada a quiet cobbled road that runs parallel to one of the main squares in Porto
• Trindade Metro station is just around the corner
• Walk Everywhere – 5-7 mins walk to Avenida dos Aliados, Torre dos Clérigos, Rua das Flores, Ribeira and the riverfront, and the beautiful São Bento train station are all a stone’s throw from our door
• We are lucky to be surrounded by great shops, amazing restaurants to suit every taste, quirky antique and vintage shops
• Excellent supermarket, bike rental, cafes, bakery, fromagerie (cheese shop) and Vinoteca (Portuguese wine shops) are all 2 mins walk
RELAX IN LUXURY
Creature Comforts in your suite
① We have two suites with King Doubles (150cm) and 2 with Super King 180cm/6ft wide double bed which can split to two twins if required for friends or kids.
② Luxury Linens to dream the night away
③ We have 6 single sofa beds across the suites to create a reading area that can convert to a family room at night.
④ Blackout Shutters ensure a peaceful night sleep and not being woken at dawn
⑤ USA / UK / Euro Sockets and 6 way USB Charger for keep your devices going after a day exploring the Douro Valley region
⑥Fully centrally heated – stay warm in winter with our eco wood pellet boiler and radiator central heating (rare in Porto)
⑦ Daily Housekeeping and Bed Making
⑧ Amazon Alexa with Unlimited Music Streaming in the Kitchen and all 4 suites.
Creature Comforts in your bathroom
① Luxury Rituals Cosmetics incl Shower Gel, Handwash, Shampoo and Conditioner
② Large Fluffy Luxury bath towels with heated towel rails (when central heating on)
③ High-pressure hot water from the new eco friendly air source heating system & solar panels
④ Luxury doesn’t have to mean squandering precious resources – we use Solar Power, Air Source heating, Wood Pellet Central Heating and more to mean you can enjoy stay without it having to dwell on your conscience
FAMILY FRIENDLY
AirBnBaby!
① No stress travelling with your baby or toddler so everyone enjoys Porto
② We have two Baby Cots (Crib in US), available for free
③ Baby High Chairs, Baby Plates and Cutlery are all ready and waiting
RELAXING CHEZ VOUS
Dining Room and Lounge
① Enjoy homemade breakfasts served at your table in the Kitchen or outside on the garden terrace on sunny days
② Relax in the Lounge and read a book or work at the table
③ Quality Bean to Cup Coffee at any time, Teas including English Breakfast & herbal teas
④ Honesty Bar including Wine, Beers, Soft Drinks etc
Business Ready / Staying In touch
① 500mb real speed Fibre to the router Internet
② Strong Wifi signal throughout
③ Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in room and public areas
④ International Sockets for US, UK and European plugs in each bedroom (220v) with 6 x USB Ports for charging devices
⑤ Self Check-in / Keyless access using your personal pin code for the building and each suite.
Getting Ready for your Night Out on the town
① Iron & Ironing Board
② Powerful Hairdryer
③ Large golf umbrellas just in case there is a shower.
