Hilton has found a prime location to set up in Porto, surrounded by the wine cellars that have made the city world-famous. Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, on the banks of the Douro, the new hotel is part of thea converted former port warehouse. At a cost of 40 million euros, the transformation has preserved the building's character while giving it a very contemporary feel. The renovation of the interior was entrusted to Portuguese designer Nini de Andrade Silva, giving the building a very contemporary feel. sophisticated setting for the 32,000 square metre site.
The hotel rooms, 194Many of them have been designed with the history of the building in mind. view of the Douro. Guests can also enjoy the panoramic views from the hotel's two bars. As for the restaurant, it is run by Portuguese chef Hugo Portela, who reinterprets local cuisine in a modern way using local ingredients.
" Whether visiting Porto for leisure or business, the Hilton Porto Gaia will provide the perfect base for travellers "says Mónica Gonçalves, general manager of the hotel. While the hotel lends itself to relaxation, with a wellness centre covering more than 1,000 square metres, a heated indoor swimming pool and a gym, the Hilton Porto Gaia is also set to become a "place to be". a top venue for business seminarsThe hotel is also an ideal base camp for incentive breaks in northern Portugal. The hotel has over 2,200 square metres of conference and event space, including a 350-seat auditorium and a ballroom for up to 600 people.
" This opening consolidates our commitment to Portugal, with the Hilton Porto Gaia being the first in a series of new openings that will see the Hilton portfolio more than double in size. double in the coming years" said David Kelly, Hilton's senior vice-president for continental Europe. The American group currently has five hotels, including a Hilton in Villamoura, a DoubleTree in Lisbon and a Conrad in the Algarve. Planned developments include the Curio Collection will soon be making its debut in Lisbon, in mid-November, with The Emerald House hotel. By the end of the year, the Tapestry Collection will strengthen Hilton's presence in Porto, with a hotel close to the cathedral.
