October 2nd marked the grand inauguration ceremony of the Holiday Inn Express Porto – Boavista, a project by Mercan Properties that marks a significant milestone for tourism and urban regeneration. The ceremony was honored by the presence of the City Council’s Councillor for Tourism, Dra. Catarina Santos Cunha, who emphasized the strategic importance of this new hospitality asset.
During her speech, Dra. Catarina Santos Cunha praised Mercan Properties’ role in contributing to two critical areas for the city’s growth: tourism and urban redevelopment. She highlighted how the hotel’s opening complements this vibrant area of Porto, known for its cultural, business, and leisure attractions, highlighting her excitement about “what the next major investment from Mercan Properties will be,” reinforcing the company’s influence on Porto’s future.
The new Holiday Inn Express Porto, located at the heart of Porto’s business and entertainment district, is set to become a valuable addition to the city. With its prime location near key transportation links, the hotel offers easy access to both the city and the broader northern region of Portugal. It’s an ideal choice for business travelers, while also catering perfectly to tourists with its proximity to cultural landmarks like Casa da Música and Mercado do Bom Sucesso.
The hotel features 91 rooms, a restaurant, and a bar area, with hotel management by AHM – Ace Hospitality Management, ensuring guests experience the best Porto has to offer. This new opening is part of Mercan Properties’ ongoing urban regeneration efforts in Porto, where the group already operates 8 hotels and has 3 more under construction.
Jordi Vilanova, President of Mercan Properties in Portugal, expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “Porto has been our home since 2015, when we began developing our first projects. The Holiday Inn Express Porto aims to provide a new service to the city, located in a primarily business area but surrounded by rich cultural and tourism offerings. We are proud to contribute further to the city’s development.”
