Porto’s luxury hospitality scene is set for a new addition as per Drink’s Business news piece and interview with Adrian Bridge, CEO of The Fladgate Partnership.

Seems like there are confirmed plans to break ground on a sister hotel to The Yeatman in late spring 2026.

Speaking to The Drinks Business, Bridge explained that the project—years in the making—was delayed due to rising global construction costs, which triggered a lengthy renegotiation process with contractors.

According to Bridge, Porto’s hospitality journey began with pioneering ventures like The Yeatman in 2010—an idea many dismissed at the time, given the city’s modest tourism profile and low five-star occupancy rates. Phase two, he noted, saw a rise in boutique hotel projects, often developed by owners with the means to renovate, but not necessarily the capacity to generate demand.

Phase three, post-COVID, is defined by international luxury brands now seeking a foothold in Porto in response to rising tourism interest. While Bridge affirmed that The Yeatman is “not for sale,” he did hint at potential partnerships for the new hotel.