7.8 · Good7,803 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at Rua da Alegria 172.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Prime Location in Porto Old Town Located just a short stroll from City Market Bolhao, Hotel São José offers a convenient and central stay in Porto's historic old town. Enjoy the bustling Rua Santa Catarina shopping street right at your doorstep.
Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms Indulge in the comfort of traditionally furnished guest rooms featuring modern amenities like satellite TV, minibar, and air conditioning. Opt for a room with a balcony for a charming city view.
Exciting Tours and 24-Hour Service Explore Porto effortlessly with tours arranged by the hotel's tour desk, offering experiences like the Porto City Tour and Douro River Cruise. Plus, with a 24-hour front desk, assistance is always at hand.
Ready to experience the charm of Porto from the heart of the old town? Book your stay at Hotel São José now.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
Rooms
7.8
Good
Rated 7.8 out of 10 by 7,803 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.4
- Service8.8
- Location9.4
- Rooms6.8
- Amenities7.4
- Value8.3
- Food & drink6.4
Guests mention
Good locationFriendly staffCleanliness
LoyolaCanadaLocation
The staff were incredibly dismissive and barely said two words in response to a friendly greeting. The bed was cardboard, pillows had stains, the walls were so thin you could hear someone using TikTok in the…
PierreFranceExcellent séjour, Proximité du centre et du Douro. Chambre super.
Très bon emplacement (à 20' à pied de la cathédrale et du Douro). Chambre spacieuse et confortable. Parking privé mais limité en places et très étroit.
RomanFranceHotel pas très confortable.
Le petit déjeuner copieux, le personnel accuillant
Trop bruillant, la salle de bain certains éléments endommagés, salle de bain à améliorer lits pas confortables, alèses bruillantes.
ElizaPolandPrzyjemny hotelik w znakomitym miejscu!
Położenie, stosunek ceny do jakości
Brak wody do picia
Patricio AgustinArgentinaExcelente
La atención
Poca iluminada la habitación, había lámparas quemadas.
LiamUnited KingdomThe room was comfortable. The hotel was well located. The breakfast was also good.
Possibly a small mini-fridge would have been helpful.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Rua da Alegria 172, Porto, Portugal
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel Sao Jose
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Sao Jose?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel Sao Jose allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hotel Sao Jose?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hotel Sao Jose?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hotel Sao Jose have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Hotel Sao Jose?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Hotel Sao Jose have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hotel Sao Jose?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hotel Sao Jose?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel Sao Jose?
Rua da Alegria 172, Porto.
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