The Admiral is a great place! Perfect views of the River Douro, and very close to some amazing restaurants and shops. Be prepared to climb up 3 flights of stairs with your luggage and on the weekend it can get a little noisy if you have the windows open. Friday night, we were awakened at 1 am with fireworks!
The place does not have AC but unless you are visiting in the heat of summer, it’s really not needed. A fan was provided, along with 2 heaters. The Admiral is very spacious, clean, and tidy.
Towels are provided but no wash cloth’s.
If you visit, stop at Peneira - Padaria Artesanal, it is just a 5-7 minute walk either up a hill or take the stairs, breakfast, pastries, and coffee were all great!
Check in and out was all very easy, I felt safe and secure in the neighborhood, and I would honestly stay here again, just for the views!