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Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia

Rua Manuel Moreira De Barros, 618 D
Rated 8.6 in 1324 reviews

Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia offers a contemporary and comfortable stay for travelers seeking a blend of modern amenities and local charm. Situated in Vila Nova de Gaia, this hotel provides easy access to the stunning Douro River and breathtaking views of Porto’s historic skyline, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.

Guests can enjoy spacious, well-appointed rooms featuring modern decor and essential amenities, ensuring a relaxing environment for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel’s design emphasizes comfort and functionality, providing a welcoming atmosphere for all who enter.

Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia is also equipped with a range of facilities designed to enhance the guest experience. The on-site restaurant serves a selection of local and international cuisine, allowing guests to indulge in the flavors of Portugal without leaving the comfort of the hotel. Additionally, the bar area is perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, offering a cozy spot for drinks and socializing.

Business travelers will appreciate the hotel’s meeting and conference facilities, which are designed to accommodate various events and gatherings. With professional service and a commitment to guest satisfaction, Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia balances convenience with quality.

In proximity to numerous attractions, including cultural sites, wineries, and picturesque parks, Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia serves as a fantastic starting point for exploring the rich history and vibrant culture of the region. Whether for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this hotel promises a pleasant and memorable experience.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Vila Nova de Gaia and near Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia

Casa da Música
Casa da Música
Concert hall
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Municipal Casa do Infante
Museu Municipal Casa do Infante
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Lello & Irmão Bookstore
Lello & Irmão Bookstore
Portuguese publisher
2km / 1.2mi
Palácio da Bolsa
Palácio da Bolsa
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of São Francisco
Church of São Francisco
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
Art museum in Porto, Portugal
1.4km / 0.87mi
Parque Municipal das Virtudes
Parque Municipal das Virtudes
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.5km / 0.91mi
Jardim Botânico do Porto
Jardim Botânico do Porto
Garden in Portugal
1km / 0.62mi
Portuguese Photography Centre
Portuguese Photography Centre
Archival institution in Portugal
1.8km / 1.2mi
Cadeia e Tribunal da Relação
Cadeia e Tribunal da Relação
Building in Porto
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu dos Transportes e Comunicações
Museum of Transport and Communications in Porto, Portugal
1.4km / 0.85mi
Museu do Romântico
Museu do Romântico
Museum in Porto
0.9km / 0.57mi
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Garden in Porto, Portugal
0.8km / 0.51mi
Casa Tait
Casa Tait
Residence in Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, Portugal
0.9km / 0.55mi
Museu do Carro Eléctrico
Museu do Carro Eléctrico
Tram museum in Portugal
0.6km / 0.39mi
Igreja dos Clérigos
Igreja dos Clérigos
Baroque church in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Igreja de São Bento da Vitória
Igreja de São Bento da Vitória
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Igreja de São Martinho de Cedofeita
Igreja de São Martinho de Cedofeita
Church in Norte, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Sinagoga Kadoorie
Sinagoga Kadoorie
Architectural structure
1.4km / 0.88mi
Serralves Park
Serralves Park
2km / 1.2mi
Clerics Tower
Clerics Tower
Baroque tower in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Igreja da Misericórdia
Igreja da Misericórdia
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja de São Nicolau
Igreja de São Nicolau
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja do Carmo
Igreja do Carmo
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja dos Carmelitas
Igreja dos Carmelitas
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.8km / 1.2mi
Jardim de João Chagas
Jardim de João Chagas
Cultural heritage monument in Porto, Portugal
1.7km / 1.1mi
Jardim de Carrilho Videira
Jardim de Carrilho Videira
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.6km / 1mi
Jardim da Pena
Jardim da Pena
Garden in Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, Portugal
1.1km / 0.66mi
Parque da Pasteleira
Parque da Pasteleira
1.8km / 1.1mi
Antigo Local do Castelo de Gaia
Antigo Local do Castelo de Gaia
Building in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Portugal
1.2km / 0.74mi
Galeria da Biodiversidade
Galeria da Biodiversidade
Museum of the university of Porto, Portugal
1.2km / 0.77mi
Igreja de São João Novo
Igreja de São João Novo
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Igreja de São Pedro de Miragaia
Igreja de São Pedro de Miragaia
Church in Portugal
1.5km / 0.93mi
Igreja de Lordelo do Ouro
Igreja de Lordelo do Ouro
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.5km / 0.91mi
Capela do Senhor e Senhora da Ajuda
Capela do Senhor e Senhora da Ajuda
Chapel in Porto, Portugal
1.6km / 0.99mi
Jardim da Praça do Infante Dom Henrique
Jardim da Praça do Infante Dom Henrique
1.9km / 1.2mi
Jardim da Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Jardim da Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.7km / 1.1mi
Misericórdia do Porto Museum
Misericórdia do Porto Museum
1.9km / 1.2mi
Convento de Corpus Christi
Convento de Corpus Christi
Building in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Municipal de Numismática
Museu Municipal de Numismática
Museum in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Torre da Reboleira
Torre da Reboleira
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Casa de Santa Isabel
Casa de Santa Isabel
Gothic revival manor house in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
1.1km / 0.66mi
Capela do Senhor Jesus da Boa Nova
Capela do Senhor Jesus da Boa Nova
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.2km / 0.77mi
Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos
Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
0.7km / 0.42mi
Hard Club
Hard Club
Cultural heritage monument in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi

What to do in Vila Nova de Gaia and near Hotel Mercure Porto Gaia

Casa da Música
Casa da Música
Concert hall
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Municipal Casa do Infante
Museu Municipal Casa do Infante
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Lello & Irmão Bookstore
Lello & Irmão Bookstore
Portuguese publisher
2km / 1.2mi
Palácio da Bolsa
Palácio da Bolsa
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of São Francisco
Church of São Francisco
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
Art museum in Porto, Portugal
1.4km / 0.87mi
Parque Municipal das Virtudes
Parque Municipal das Virtudes
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.5km / 0.91mi
Jardim Botânico do Porto
Jardim Botânico do Porto
Garden in Portugal
1km / 0.62mi
Portuguese Photography Centre
Portuguese Photography Centre
Archival institution in Portugal
1.8km / 1.2mi
Cadeia e Tribunal da Relação
Cadeia e Tribunal da Relação
Building in Porto
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu dos Transportes e Comunicações
Museum of Transport and Communications in Porto, Portugal
1.4km / 0.85mi
Museu do Romântico
Museu do Romântico
Museum in Porto
0.9km / 0.57mi
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Garden in Porto, Portugal
0.8km / 0.51mi
Casa Tait
Casa Tait
Residence in Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, Portugal
0.9km / 0.55mi
Museu do Carro Eléctrico
Museu do Carro Eléctrico
Tram museum in Portugal
0.6km / 0.39mi
Igreja dos Clérigos
Igreja dos Clérigos
Baroque church in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Igreja de São Bento da Vitória
Igreja de São Bento da Vitória
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Igreja de São Martinho de Cedofeita
Igreja de São Martinho de Cedofeita
Church in Norte, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Sinagoga Kadoorie
Sinagoga Kadoorie
Architectural structure
1.4km / 0.88mi
Serralves Park
Serralves Park
2km / 1.2mi
Clerics Tower
Clerics Tower
Baroque tower in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Igreja da Misericórdia
Igreja da Misericórdia
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja de São Nicolau
Igreja de São Nicolau
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja do Carmo
Igreja do Carmo
Church in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Igreja dos Carmelitas
Igreja dos Carmelitas
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.8km / 1.2mi
Jardim de João Chagas
Jardim de João Chagas
Cultural heritage monument in Porto, Portugal
1.7km / 1.1mi
Jardim de Carrilho Videira
Jardim de Carrilho Videira
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.6km / 1mi
Jardim da Pena
Jardim da Pena
Garden in Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, Portugal
1.1km / 0.66mi
Parque da Pasteleira
Parque da Pasteleira
1.8km / 1.1mi
Antigo Local do Castelo de Gaia
Antigo Local do Castelo de Gaia
Building in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Portugal
1.2km / 0.74mi
Galeria da Biodiversidade
Galeria da Biodiversidade
Museum of the university of Porto, Portugal
1.2km / 0.77mi
Igreja de São João Novo
Igreja de São João Novo
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Igreja de São Pedro de Miragaia
Igreja de São Pedro de Miragaia
Church in Portugal
1.5km / 0.93mi
Igreja de Lordelo do Ouro
Igreja de Lordelo do Ouro
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.5km / 0.91mi
Capela do Senhor e Senhora da Ajuda
Capela do Senhor e Senhora da Ajuda
Chapel in Porto, Portugal
1.6km / 0.99mi
Jardim da Praça do Infante Dom Henrique
Jardim da Praça do Infante Dom Henrique
1.9km / 1.2mi
Jardim da Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Jardim da Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Garden in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, Portugal
1.7km / 1.1mi
Misericórdia do Porto Museum
Misericórdia do Porto Museum
1.9km / 1.2mi
Convento de Corpus Christi
Convento de Corpus Christi
Building in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Portugal
1.8km / 1.1mi
Museu Municipal de Numismática
Museu Municipal de Numismática
Museum in Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Torre da Reboleira
Torre da Reboleira
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi
Casa de Santa Isabel
Casa de Santa Isabel
Gothic revival manor house in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
1.1km / 0.66mi
Capela do Senhor Jesus da Boa Nova
Capela do Senhor Jesus da Boa Nova
Building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
1.2km / 0.77mi
Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos
Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos
Church building in Porto, Porto District, Portugal
0.7km / 0.42mi
Hard Club
Hard Club
Cultural heritage monument in Porto, Portugal
1.9km / 1.2mi

About Vila Nova de Gaia

Vila Nova de Gaia, located just across the Douro River from Porto, offers a variety of experiences that highlight its unique charm and cultural heritage. One of the most notable activities is visiting the Port Wine Cellars, where you can learn about the history of port wine production and participate in tastings. Many of the cellars provide guided tours, allowing visitors to gain insight into the winemaking process.

Strolling along the Cais de Gaia provides a picturesque view of the river and the Porto skyline. This waterfront promenade is perfect for leisurely walks and offers several cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy local cuisine. The area is particularly pleasant in the evening when the lights of Porto reflect on the water.

For those interested in culture and history, the Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar is a significant landmark. This monastery, with its impressive circular church, offers panoramic views of the city and the Douro River. The architecture and the historical context make it a worthwhile visit.

Art enthusiasts might appreciate the GAIA Art Gallery, which showcases contemporary works and often features local artists. This space not only promotes artistic expression but also engages the community through various cultural events.

If you enjoy nature, the Jardim do Morro provides a lovely park setting with gardens and benches, ideal for relaxation. The views from this park, especially at sunset, are quite rewarding.

Finally, consider taking a river cruise along the Douro. These cruises provide a different perspective of both Gaia and Porto, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscapes and the iconic bridges that connect the two cities.

In summary, Vila Nova de Gaia offers a blend of wine culture, scenic views, historical sites, and artistic expression that can enhance your travel experience in this part of Portugal.




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