Location. The Hotel Infante Sagres is located in the historic centre of Porto, Portugal, 100 metres from San Bento railway station with its ceramic art, one kilometre from the medieval Sâo Francisco church, and eight kilometres from contemporary art at the Serralves Museum. Hotel Features. The hotel is housed in a historic building, with stained-glass windows designed by Ricardo Leone. Fine art and Chinese porcelain vases pepper the interiors of the hotel, which has classic decor and antique-style furnishings throughout. A patio with umbrella tables and palms provides opportunities for al fresco dining, and there is also a sundeck with deck chairs, for guests' relaxation. There are spa services and massage treatments available on site. The 24-hour front desk houses a safe-deposit box and is operated by multilingual staff offering a range of concierge services.

Hotel Infante Sagres's classically-decorated D. Filipa Restaurant has a crystal chandelier hanging from its high ceiling, tall windows hung with rose drapes, and large tapestries adorning its walls. The menu includes traditional local dishes, and complimentary buffet breakfasts are served each morning. Cocktails are available at Ceuta Bar, which features plush cushioned seating, and fine art upon the walls.

The hotel has conference and meeting rooms, and banquet facilities are available. Complimentary wireless Internet can be accessed in public areas.

Guestrooms. The 70 guestrooms are decorated in warm, neutral colours with antique-style fixtures and furnishings. Amenities include Internet connections (surcharge), satellite television, minibars, slippers, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries.

Room Types:

Superior Room:   One queen or two twin beds. Classic, antique-inspired decor and furnishings. Air conditioning. Satellite television. Internet connection (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary toiletries.

Standard Room:   Two twin beds. Classic, antique-inspired decor and furnishings. Air conditioning. Satellite television. Internet connection (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary toiletries.

Suite Junior:   One queen bed. Bedroom has a sitting area. Classic, antique-inspired decor and furnishings. Air conditioning. Satellite television. Internet connection (surcharge). Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, hair dryer, and complimentary Molten Brown toiletries.

Driving Directions: From Porto Airport (OPO): Distance to Hotel Infante Sagres is 20 kilometres, approximately 30 minutes' drive.

Getting there. The Violet line (E) on Porto's Metro system runs from the airport to the city centre, and single tickets cost 1.35 EUR. The station at the airport is in front of Arrivals. Buses depart for the city centre every 20-30 minutes. Taxis to central Porto cost about 15 EUR-20 EUR. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. Porto's modern, efficient metro system runs between 6 a.m. and midnight. Trams and buses are available throughout the city, and one ticket can be used on buses, trains, and the metro. Intercity and local trains run from Porto to destinations across Portugal.