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Castelo Santa Catarina ReviewA former residential showplace, this hotel lies behind a high wall in a commercial neighborhood less than 2km (1 1/4 miles) from the center. In the 1920s, a Brazilian military officer returned to his native Porto determined to build the most flamboyant villa in town. He created a sprawling compound with greenhouses, terraced gardens, a chapel, and a sumptuous main house. Today the tile-covered exterior walls almost give an encapsulated history of Portugal. After ringing the bell, you'll be ushered down a labyrinthine series of halls and narrow stairways. Each of the small guest rooms contains carved antique furniture, often of rosewood. The plumbing fixtures are designed with a florid Art Nouveau flair. Facilities: Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip. Related Features
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