In a XIV century medieval building overlooking the river, the Ribeira Apartments offers two independent refurbished apartments located in the historic centre of Porto. The Ribeira is a picturesque district on the banks of the Douro River, located in the area designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The architecture of its houses and streets are wonderful to look at on your strolls in the neighbourhood. The beautiful square of Ribeira has many typical restaurants and bars. Over the Dom Luís I bridge you can reach the port wine cellars, where you can learn about the history of and also sample this delicious liqueur. In terms of public transport, the nearest metro stop is about 15 minutes walk from the accommodation and there is a taxi rank nearby. The Ribeira Apartments are located on the fourth floor of the historic Casa dos Mercadores and are two newly renovated comfortable apartments. One of the apartments can accommodate up to 4 people in twin beds (which can be combined to form a double bed) and a double sofa bed. The other, with capacity for 3 guests, has a double bedroom and a sofa bed. Both apartments have a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, and a coffee and tea maker. Furthermore, each apartment has free Wi-Fi, TV, and CD and DVD players. The accommodation retains some of the original features of the historic building such as some stone walls but also combines them harmoniously with contemporary decor. Enjoy an authentic experience, surrounded by history in Porto!
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