10 Specialty lodgings in Portugal: Best hotel deals for 2023

April 28, 2023 Elouise Mccaul

Portugal’s Mediterranean charm is most prominent on the golden beaches of the Algarve; in the wilderness of the Azores islands; among the vineyards of Douro Valley; and on the cobbled streets of Lisbon and Porto, where old-world culture meets cosmopolitan bars and restaurants.
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1. Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores

Rua Flores 94, Porto 4050-262 Portugal
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 85 reviews

Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores

In a prime location in the historic city centre, the Pestana Pousada Porto – Historic Hotel is the ideal choice for those who want to get a feel of the city’s lively atmosphere on foot, and enjoy all the comfort, quality of service and attention to detail that characterise the Pousadas de Portugal. The Pestana Pousada Porto – Historic Hotel is located on Rua das Flores, a a pedestrianised street, where you can find arts and crafts and new designer shops, restaurants and cafés and where you can watch street performances and see works of art. This street is one of the city’s most photographed and is within walking distance of the city’s main attractions, including the Ribeira, the Misericórdia Church, the Avenida dos Aliados and the Clérigos Tower. Rua das Flores is a well-known stopping point due to its entertainment and commerce, and also the historical interest of its historic buildings, some of which are more than five centuries old. The Pestana Pousada do Porto – Historic Hotel is located in one of these buildings, perfectly reflecting the area’s architectural style. During its restoration, the characteristics of the original 18th century building were meticulously preserved. You can admire the vaulted ceilings and prominent stones now a feature of the decor of the Pousada de Portugal, where the intention is to combine this original aspect with a modern and elegant ambience. As a tribute to the name of this street, details of a variety of flowers form part of the decor. The 84 rooms and suites have been carefully decorated and equipped to ensure quality and comfort during your stay. The neutral colours and wooden panels give this space a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. The P Gastro Bar of the Pousada extends an open invitation to its guests and visitors alike to take a break and come enjoy some of the delicious snacks that feature on its menu. This was the letter chosen to express the variety offered by this space, with is cosmopolitan and informal atmosphere. During your stay, in the heart of the city, you can also take another break and swim in the indoor swimming pool, relax in the sauna or exercise in the fitness centre. The Pestana Pousada do Porto – Historic Hotel also has a meeting room ideal for business activities and a cool inner courtyard well-known for its hanging garden. The city of Porto is the second largest in the country and has recently been cited as the best European destination for an urban getaway due to its safety, quality of life and tourist attractions. A city facing the Douro River, combining cultural activities, cuisine and, of course, tastings of the famous Porto wine.

Great

Reviewed By V2059DJstevenh

My wife and I and several of our family members stayed here for two nights. Everyone was helpful and pleasant. The rooms were small but comfortable. I recommend this hotel without reservation. Located on a lovey street with many shops in the center of town

2. The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca

Rua do Relogio de Sol 261 Cambres, Lamego 5100-105 Portugal
Excellent
69%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 316 reviews

The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca

Quinta da Pacheca Quinta da Pacheca can be visited at any time, in every season there is a new experience to be lived. Guided tours, to wine tasting, the wine courses, passing through lunch and dinner, everything can be done. Here, the possibilities are numerous and flexibility is total. All your ideas and dreams can be held here. Harvest a unique experience ...

Excellent Douro experience

Reviewed By BrooklynScruffs

We spent a night at the Quinta da Pacheca and had a very pleasant time. The hotel itself has a tasteful mix of new build around older buildings. In terms of location, the Quinta is right in a bend on the Douro, surrounded by vineyards. We stayed in the new rooms (the old rooms were under renovation). The rooms were very nice and comfortable. The restaurant was very good. The service was friendly and attentive. I was struck by how quiet it was. Even though there are some event spaces and the night we stayed there was a large party with music - surprisingly there was little or no noise leaking into the rest of the hotel.

3. Grand Muthu Forte do Vale

Rua Dunfermline Areias de Sao Joao, Albufeira 8200-278 Portugal
Excellent
41%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1630 reviews

Grand Muthu Forte do Vale

Excellent

Reviewed By Erin G

Hotel was immaculate. There was always a food option that we wanted to eat. Staff were wonderful and exceptionally helpful. Perfect location... 10 minute walk to beach, but plenty far away enough from the strip. Utilise the restaurants at the other sites which can be booked for free if you have gone all inclusive! Food at Aqua was amazing. Only comment would be to ask the staff to be more vigilant on people 'reserving' sunbeds with their towels. 2 days we went out to the pool area and were unable to get a bed due to them all being taken by towels, despite there only being 3 or 4 people in the pool for the 20+ empty beds reserved with towels. Other than that - exceptional hotel. Will definitely be using MGM hotels at other locations in the future.

4. TUI Blue Gardens - Adults-only - Savoy Signature

Azinhaga Casa Branca 7, Funchal, Madeira 9004-543 Portugal
Excellent
52%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2475 reviews

TUI Blue Gardens - Adults-only - Savoy Signature

Cradled against an oceanfront hillside and located in a quiet and sunny suburb of Funchal, within approx 2km from the city centre, the renovated Hotel Savoy Gardens (ex-Vila Ramos), renowned for the provision of friendly and personalised service, offers amazing mountain and sea views across lush verdant plantations. The Savoy Gardens is a friendly boutique-style hotel that provides its guests a modern feel and a traditional quality. All 119 completely renovated rooms include 9 suites. All have their own furnished balcony and are equipped with air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, flat screen TV set with interactive TV, FREE internet wireless system, tea and coffee making facilities, safety box and mini-bar, plus a fully equipped bathroom with bathtub, shower and hairdryer.The elegant and new interiors are all designed in soft colours with excellent materials to create a relaxing atmosphere throughout the hotel. The Savoy Gardens Hotel features the Restaurant Laurissilva, serving a daily buffet breakfast and themed Buffet dinners with cooking station. In a reserved cosy area, this restaurant also features a elegant a la carte dinner service. The Cica cocktail bar serving evening cocktails and the Palmeira bar serving snacks, hot and fresh drinks throughout the day as well as a daily suggestion of healthy and delicious light dishes for lunch. One outdoor freshwater heated swimming pool, a panoramic rooftop 360º view terrace with sun-lounges, jacuzzi, shower and self-service bar - the ideal location to spot the daily arrivals and departures of cruise liners in Funchal's harbour. Some of the facilities are also located in the lower-ground floor, such as the Spa with themed and seasonal promotions and special spa packages, the hairdresser, a games and TV room with internet desk and the Night Club Magnolia with nightly live music and entertainment. The Savoy Gardens Hotel is a new concept in Adults Only accommodation. Conceived as a place for rest and fun specially dedicated for those seeking a relaxing although extravagant vacation: unique experiences, amazing entertainment programmes, personalised service and attention to detail and all the commodities and services of a hotel for guests over 16 years of age.

Lovely holiday

Reviewed By MrsFiveboys

We enjoyed our time at this hotel. Very comfortable with beautiful sea views. Very long walk down to Funchal/old town and more so coming back having to walk up the steep roads which was fine for us but not for less mobile. Food was little cold for me and not enough choice especially at the evening meal. A la Carte restaurant was really lovely shame only able to visit once in the 10 days. Pool cold but lovely once your in. Staff very friendly and rooms nice and spacious. Visited lots of places like Monte Palace and also went up in cable car and down on toboggans which was great fun. Nun valley & highest peak were breathtaking but have to ensure you visit on a clear day. The scenery is beautiful and Madeira's people are so lovely. Will return but maybe on B&B next time.

5. Areias Village Hotel Apartamento

Rua Vasco da Gama Praia dos Aveiros, Albufeira 8200-294 Portugal
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 697 reviews

Areias Village Hotel Apartamento

Battle for sunbeds starts at 7am !!

Reviewed By IndieShropshire

Towels start being left on sunbeds at 7am, they have all been reserved by 9am, then left empty for hours. We have been staying at the Areias twice a year since it opened and have never seen it this bad.

6. Sobreiras - Alentejo Country Hotel

Caixa Postal 3143 Mosqueirões, Grandola 7570-336 Portugal
Excellent
43%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 196 reviews

Sobreiras - Alentejo Country Hotel

The Sobreiras - Alentejo Country Hotel offers a unique experience of leisure and tranquility, combining a simple and elegant design inspired by the surrounding nature with the extraordinary landscapes and flavors of Alentejo. Only an hour from Lisbon and a few minutes from Grândola village, you can enjoy the purely rural setting of the serra de Grândola while taking advantage of the proximity to the Alentejo coastline. Fast internet access guaranteed via fiber optics - making it the only hotel with this infrastructure on the Alentejo coast!

The......

Reviewed By MxQueen

The views are simply stunning. The feel of the hotel is a contemporary bolt hole in the middle of a national park. The rooms are big and airy with a great outlook. The breakfasts are so so but could be so much better. The evening meal is good value for money. The hotel staff really do lack any enthusiasm or motivation to provide you with any advice or local knowledge. The cleaning staff are the ones who actually engage and seem the happiest. The hotel currently has work on site for future developments. The overall score would be about 7 out of 10 but could with a few improvements could increase.

7. Aparthotel Oporto Anselmo

Rua Anselmo Braamcamp 163, Porto 4000-082 Portugal
Excellent
70%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 66 reviews

Aparthotel Oporto Anselmo

The Aparthotel Oporto Anselmo is a complex with 30 serviced apartments located in Porto city centre. This charming aparthotel offers one bedroom and two bedrooms apartments with kitchen and are equipped with large bathrooms. All our short stay apartments also have a terrace or a private garden. The property offers also outdoor pool, sauna and Gym.

We loved it here

Reviewed By chucklecottage210

Lovely apartment. Very clean and well maintained. Everything worked well and it was very spacious. The Reception staff were brilliant and very knowledgeable. Super pool area to relax in at the end of a busy day in Porto.

8. Chiado44

Rua da Horta Seca 44 2 Esq., Lisbon 1200-221 Portugal
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 117 reviews

Chiado44

With free Wi-Fi, Chiado44 is in Lisbon, Chiado. This property is situated within walking distance of attractions such as Bairro Alto and Rossio. Located in the Misericórdia neighborhood, the guesthouse is 700 meters from the Dona Maria II National Theater. Avenida da Liberdade is 1.3 km from Chiado44, while Amoreiras is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Humberto Delgado Airport, in Lisbon, 7 km from the property. Cais Sodré is 300 meters away, where you can go by train to Cascais

Great location, amazing staff

Reviewed By annecC7435TL

Chiado 44 was absolutely perfect! The location is hard to beat with restaurants and trollies nearby, and the staff was some of the best we've ever encountered. Sara, Morvan, Isabella and others made us feel welcome from the moment we checked in until the minute we left. We were given restaurant recommendations, a restaurant reservation and other helpful tips along the way. Our room was clean and bright with a gorgeous view, but also incredibly dark and quiet once we closed the windows and curtains. We highly recommend Chiado 44!

9. Casa de Sao Bento

Rua Tomar, 7, Coimbra 3000-041 Portugal
Excellent
60%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 166 reviews

Casa de Sao Bento

Lovely spot, great location, friendly service

Reviewed By Cycling_Country

We were nicely impressed with Casa de Sao Bento on a recent cycling trip to Coimbra. It has been developed in a very elegant style, keeping the original with a meld of modern. We stayed in a triple which was a superb use of space and lovely big windows. The friendliness of the staff was over-welming and when we completely forgot our bag of 3 helmets, they promptly sent them to us in Spain. Great service and we would not hesitate to recommend Casa De Sao Bento. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

10. Feels Like Home Santa Catarina Prime Suites

Rua de Santa Catarina 53, Porto 4000-449 Portugal
Excellent
69%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 120 reviews

Feels Like Home Santa Catarina Prime Suites

Amazing stay

Reviewed By anastazjaj2021

I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Great service, lovely breakfast and friendly staff. Perfect location in the heart of Porto. The staff were kind enough to mail to me my electric toothbrush which I had forgotten in the hotel. Would visit again!

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