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Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Viana do Castelo hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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In the heart of the city, Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel offers a serene escape with an outdoor pool, garden, and arcade/game room. Savor a breakfast buffet and enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant. With laundry facilities, concierge services, luggage storage and helpful staff as praised by previous guests.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
$213 nightly
The total price is $229
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Family Room (Standard)

A hotel room with floral wallpaper, a bed, two armchairs, a bench, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (Standard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (Superior)

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a bench, and a view of a cityscape.

Family Room (Superior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and floral wallpaper.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchair, a small table, and a large window with a view of the sea.

Panoramic Suite

  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Suite with Terrace

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a television, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Panoramic Suite with Terrace

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a cityscape.

Superior Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Monte de Sta. Luzia, Viana do Castelo, Viana do Castelo, 4901-909

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary of Santa Luzia - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Foreigners and Borders Service - 7 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Capela de Nossa Senhora de Agonia - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Republic Square - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Gil Eannes - 8 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 67 min drive
  • Viana do Castelo Station - 23 min walk
  • Vila Nova de Cerveira Station - 32 min drive
  • Barcelos Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talho Valverde - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ameadella Pastelaria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Letraria Craft Beer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Braseiro das Mimosas - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel

  • Located near a train station, Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Viana do Castelo. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2616 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 30 April, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 May - 31 October, EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 1484

Also known as

Pousada Monte Santa Luzia
Pousada Monte Santa Luzia Hotel
Pousada Monte Santa Luzia Hotel Viana Castelo
Pousada Viana Castelo Monte Santa Luzia
Pousada Viana Castelo Historic Hotel
Pousada Viana Castelo Historic
De Viana Do Castelo Historic
Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel Hotel
Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel Viana do Castelo

Frequently asked questions

Does Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Portuguese cuisine.

What's the area around Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel like?

Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel is located a short 9-minute walk from Sanctuary of Santa Luzia.

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Reviews

Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as quality, wonderful, and plentiful with a wide variety of local and world delicacies. (13 reviews)
  • The restaurant serves very good breakfast and excellent lunch with impeccable service. (8 reviews)
  • The pool area is beautiful and large enough, offering a great view and a wonderful experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

This hotel is absolutely worth visiting, and paying extra for a room with a sea view is highly recommended. The views are fantastic and truly incredible, making the room upgrade completely worth it. The hotel has a great atmosphere that exudes class, complemented by excellent service throughout our stay. The pool area is beautiful, and the rooms themselves are wonderful—just make sure to book one with a view. There are also nice amenities on-site, including a billiard table. As a tip for future guests, it is a good idea to ask the staff when the breakfast room is least crowded to avoid the rush. While the breakfast itself was good, the coffee machine was slow, which unfortunately created a bit of a queue. Overall, a great experience. Don't miss out on exploring the property and the nearby spots to take in the spectacular scenery.
Jon Espen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, quite place and polite staff .
Romantic place💓
Roya, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, super friendly and helpful staff with spectacular views.
Caroline, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, amazing views of the city and the ocean, comfortable rooms and nice bar.
Alexandre, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great room and very helpful staff. Brought us a fan to the room because the AC was turned off for the winter. The view from the room was breathtaking. Really comfy feeling at the property and cool things to see just a short hike or funicular away. The breakfasts were nice, rooms clean and comfy bedding. Would definitely go back to visit and stay. Just a chill place... especially in the off-season.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay and understand it historical but could still use a little modernization.
Stacey, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic rooms and building in amazing location with the old fort and 360 degree views
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a view of the cathedral - outstanding!
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Is always about the view, wonderful. The service is excellent and staff friendly.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice property. Beautiful view
Anthony, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

IT WAS THE HIGHLIGHT OF OURTRIP IN TERMS OF HOTEL the location is unique, with fab. views. the staff very polished, we had cookies, grapes and a small bottle of tawny port waiting when we arrived at 5 pm and sipped peacefully on our terrace with 2 chairs and small table, overlooking Vieana..\\ dinner was very good... not excellent.. but chef came around and talked to us.... a must at least for a nite..
GRETL, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s all about the location at the top of a mountain overlooking a jewel box of a church. This grand hotel was built in the early 1900’s. It has been renovated but is definitely an older property. Room was comfortable and the view was AMAZING. Breakfast was wonderful.
lorrie, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful property with amazing views over the town and ocean. The hotel is lovely, a tad dated but it is beautiful. It is a twisty drive with switchbacks up to the hotel for those with my fear of heights!
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

First visited this Pousada in 1997 and said if we ever come bs k to Portugal we must come back to this beautiful panoramic location. We were very pleased with our reception, room and the great breakfast and dinner. Even better than we remembered,
Douglas, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a first class hotel with responsive amd friendly staff. The location can be spotted from miles away at the summit of a very high hill above which provides wonderful sights of the city and river. The dinner was outstanding and the staff attentive.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel sits at the top of a little mountain and has spectacular views. The service is great. Food is delicious and they serve a wonderful breakfast buffet. I hope to stay here again. You can take a funicular to go into town.
Beverly, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.

Hotel beautiful but decor a little tired. Still in good shape! 5 Star for the hotel, 10 out of 5 Star for the staff. They were outstanding and the off season rate was unbelievable. If we return to Portugal it is on our list for staying!!
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay

The hotel has the most beautiful views. We were given an upgrade and had a room overlooking both the sea and a the famous church which overlooks the city. At the same time we had a welcome gift of wine, heart biscuits, and grapes. The biscuits and grapes were replenished each day. The breakfast at the hotel was quality and in a beautiful room. This hotel is recommended. The staff are very kind
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The view is obviously unique, we could spend hours looking at the view. The staff are always professional and very helpful. English spoken by all.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great views and lovely historic hotel.

Great view and excellent service. The room was comfortable and the hotel is clean. The breakfast is fabulous. It was raining so that made walking down to town challenging but I loved it.
Alicia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hard to beat the views from this historic hotel. Perched on top the mountain overlooking the city of Viana do Castelo and the river below is breathtaking. Staff very helpful and professional. Rooms a bit dated but clean and comfortable. You may need to get creative to charge electronic devices as outlets are scarce. Nice breakfast with wide variety offered. Transport to town on the funicular is available during the day, ample parking at the hotel.
David, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning location. Adjacent to the Basilica. Easy access to town via funicular, 3 euro return trip. Weather can be an issue, in particular the fog. If it’s foggy you won’t have any view of the basilica or the ocean. We were blessed with sun for part of our stay! The only place to eat is in the hotel and we found it to be very good and at a reasonable price.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Gorgeous resort with amazing views!

We had a bit of a rocky start during our stay. First we had to wait for our room to be ready. To my surprise, the superior double room that I booked was much smaller than both the photo and description on the hotels.com website. When I went to questioned the front desk about it, I was told I had the correct unit booked! There were larger rooms on the website for less $!! Later we found out the a/c unit wasn't cooling off, front desk was called and informed the problem was with the third floor and "maintenance was looking into it"! We had to sleepwith the windows open to get some cool air into the room, which also meant waking up at crack of dawn because of light coming into the room. To be fair, the gentleman in the front desk was so embarrassed the next morning, that he immediately moved us to another room which was not only bigger but also had a balcony! He also apologized plenty for the A/C problem, something that the lady totally ignored the night before! As for the rest of our stay, gorgeous resort with amazing views. Restaurant serves very good breakfast and excellent lunch! Service was also superb at restaurant. Can't say at the bar because no one bother to show up to serve us in the 15' we waited outside at the table! Pool is gorgeous with amazing views of the ocean!
Antonio, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, excellent location
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Fantastic position in terms of views of the town and the seafront. Room comfortable but plumbing in bathroom needs some attention. Good breakfast.
elanor, 2-night trip