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• Housed in a majestic neoclassical building dating from 1923, the hotel preserves the splendour of its architecture, connecting the past with the present
• Centrally located in Avenida dos Aliados, one of the city's most iconic sites
• Its range of attractive dining options includes the Michelin-starred Le Monument, two other restaurants, and the sophisticated American Bar
• The urban luxury it offers also features a magnificent 350 m2 wellness centre, the Grand Bleu Spa, and three meeting rooms

The One by H10 Hotels urban luxury collection now includes a new hotel in Porto, the iconic The One Monumental Palace. Located in an impressive neoclassical building dating from 1923, the hotel recreates the elegance of its past. It was one of the city’s best-known venues, the Café Monumental, where Porto's high society met to listen to orchestral music in the 1930s and 40s. Its monumental architecture blends seamlessly with its elegant interior design to offer a luxury experience that combines history, design and contemporary sophistication.

The One Monumental Palace is superbly located on the iconic Avenida dos Aliados, the city's main avenue and one of the best-known and most vibrant enclaves in Porto's historic centre, making it ideal for enjoying a stay in the city. Located at the mouth of the Douro and built on the slopes of the hills overlooking the river, Porto is a city with great cultural appeal. The hotel is located very close to places of interest such as São Bento Station, Torre de los Clérigos and the Lello bookshop.

The hotel's interior design combines Art Deco influences with a contemporary interpretation of the bourgeois spirit of Porto. Its imposing façade conceals a sophisticated establishment that connects Porto's past and future, offering a unique luxury experience in the city. The building's original wooden and glass doors take guests into a marble-lined lobby with geometric designs, burgundy velvet sofas and Art Deco lamps that add warmth to the atmosphere. An impressive tapestry by the artist Gisèle Dominique, hanging behind the reception desk, completes the artistic touch that defines the personality of the hotel.

The common areas evoke the building's history, and include a guest lounge presided over by a fireplace with a library of over 700 books in different languages, creating a warm atmosphere that invites guests to relax and disconnect.

The hotel's interior design also stands out for its high-quality materials and special features: glossy lacquer finishes, fine wood, carefully selected marble and custom-designed textiles. There are also some nods to the spirit of travel in the 1930s, such as the deep green and leopard-print carpet in the hallways leading to the rooms.

The hotel also works in partnership with the prestigious local Tilsitt Gallery, displaying works by international artists such as Ritchelly Oliveira, Lothar Vigelandzoon, Jacques Soulard and Valay Shende, emphasizing its identity as a cultural and artistic venue.

The One Monumental Palace features 76 rooms and 13 Suites, all designed to offer a perfect combination of distinction, comfort and character.

All the rooms in the hotel are spacious and bright, with designs based on fine materials and sumptuous decor. The use of high-quality wood, suede panels, textured upholstery, and marble bathrooms creates a feeling of sophistication and warmth. The rooms also include Smart TV with Chromecast, a Nespresso machine, VIP amenities and premium details that ensure a carefully crafted experience at every moment.

The spacious and distinctive Suites on the upper floors all feature a separate living room, and services, design and fine materials work together to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. At 87 m2, the Suite Monumental is the jewel of the hotel, designed as a complete apartment with dining area, living room and two bathrooms, one of them with bathtub and separate shower.

The hotel's cuisine is undoubtedly one of its great attractions. At the forefront is Le Monument Restaurant, headed by renowned chef Julien Montbabut, providing a top-class culinary experience to delight customers featuring dishes that use contemporary techniques to reinterpret traditional Portuguese cuisine, with a deep respect for local flavours and ingredients. The fusion of elegant French haute cuisine and Portugal’s culinary wealth results in exquisite tasting menus that take diners on a de luxe gastronomic journey.

The restaurant has been awarded one Michelin star and two Soles Repsol. It has also recently been included in the international gastronomic guide La Liste as one of the 1,000 best restaurants in the world.

The Yakuza Restaurant, headed by acclaimed Portuguese chef Olivier da Costa, is found in a historic venue, the site of the former Café Monumental. Sophisticated Japanese fusion cuisine blends oriental flavours with Brazilian influences in an intimate atmosphere full of personality. The Yakuza is an exclusive culinary experience where the flavours of East and West are combined to perfection.

The hotel's dining options are completed by The Mezzanine, a luxurious and congenial restaurant designed for the hotel's buffet breakfasts and sumptuous brunches, and the glamorous 1920s-inspired American Bar, which offers everything from classic drinks to the most original signature cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for informal get-togethers after a day's sightseeing in the city.

The hotel boasts a magnificent 350 m2 spa, designed to offer a holistic wellness experience, the Grand Bleu Spa. Inspired by the tones and textures of the seabed, it offers spacious facilities with a wet zone, hammam, sauna, relaxation area, three treatment rooms, including one for couples, and a gym equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Its mosaic and marble decor, soft lighting, and surround colours make it a true sanctuary, perfect for unwinding from the pace of urban living.

The spa offers a completely personalized approach: the therapists design treatments based on each guest's needs, so every visit is a unique experience. All the treatments use high-quality products from prestigious firms: Ignae, a vegan brand originating from the Azores, and Augustinus Bader, internationally recognized for its advanced facial treatments.

The hotel's wide range of services is completed with three meeting rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ideal for business meetings or private celebrations in an exclusive environment.

The One Monumental Palace also offers all the other services expected of an urban luxury hotel, including a concierge service, complimentary Wi-Fi, stationery supplies, a car park and valet parking.

The hotel's exclusive services and unique features have allowed it to join various luxury consortia, such as The Leading Hotels of the World, which brings together the world’s most prestigious independent luxury hotels, Fine Hotels and Resorts, Virtuoso, Serandipians and Forbes Travel Guide.

The One Monumental Palace is undoubtedly a jewel in Oporto, the perfect base for discovering the city and enjoying its cuisine and historical heritage.