Lapa Lapa
Lapa Lapa is a vibey restaurant and bar known for its lively outdoor atmosphere and excellent cocktails. Situated right on the beach in Foz (the poshest area of Porto), it has fantastic views of the dramatic coastline and Atlantic ocean. It’s an extremely popular spot for both locals and tourists, so booking during peak times […]
Bosco
Tucked away in Porto’s leafy heart, Bosco is a bar that feels like a secret garden party among a hip, young, international crowd. Set within a serene, tree-canopied courtyard overlooking the terraced Virtudes gardens, it offers a welcome respite from the city’s historical old town bustle. The atmosphere is effortlessly chic: think rattan loungers, striped […]
Dick’s Bar at The Yeatman Hotel
A bastion of old school sophistication perched high above the Douro River, Dick’s Bar at The Yeatman Hotel is effortlessly luxurious, with what my local friend called “the best views of Porto”. Named after the hotel’s founder, Dick Yeatman, this elegant bar exudes old-world glamour, with plush armchairs, a roaring fireplace inside for winter, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing Porto’s […]
Meritel Hanoi
Rising elegantly from one of the Old Quarter’s most characterful streets, Meritel Hanoi creates a sophisticated pause in its constant flow. The hotel artfully weaves Indochine and Renaissance influences throughout its interiors, where 64 rooms offer genuine sanctuary from the chaos below. Each space has been thoughtfully crafted with memory foam beds, Frette linens, and […]
Maison D’Orient
Hidden down a quiet Old Quarter alley, Maison D’Orient captures the essence of French colonial Hanoi without trying too hard. This intimate 10-room property feels more like a stylish friend’s home than a hotel, with its black and white mosaic tiles, vintage propaganda posters, and an inviting open-air terrace where breakfast is served among potted […]
