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Casa Melo Alvim - by Unlock Hotels

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Property highlights

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About this property

Built in the 16th century, this beautifully restored manor offers individually styled rooms with minibars. In the historic Viana do Castelo, it features a piano bar and grounds with a cascade. Casa Melo Alvim - by Unlock Hotels provides 20 air conditioned rooms decorated in different styles. Ranging from neoclassical to baroque and rustic, each room is furnished with rich fabrics and original furniture. Guests can enjoy a luxury breakfast in the cozy bar with live piano music. A Baroque-style staircase leads to the upper floors and the library. Picnic baskets can be arranged for a pleasant day at the seaside or in the countryside. To explore the region, visitors can rent free bikes. Viana do Castelo Train Station is only 425 ft from the residence. The Praia Norte Beach can be reached within 5 minutes by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Bar
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Hotel chain/brand

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability

This property has 2 third-party sustainability certifications.
Biosphere Certification
Biosphere Certification
Green Key (FEE)
Green Key (FEE)

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Dawkins
United States United States
“Wanted two twin or double beds but had to share a double bed…nothing else available. Breakfast was lovely and included in booking.”
Steven
United States United States
“Very convenient for the train station and to walk to tourist sites”
Sally
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful building, great staff, perfect location. The pool is small but lovely.”
Charity
Canada Canada
“This hotel is full of charm and located in a beautiful historic area. The staff were incredible—very friendly and genuinely helpful. When the air conditioning in my first room wasn’t working, they quickly arranged a new room for me without any...”
Jenny
United States United States
“Beautifully restored casa felt like we were staying in a well appointed manor home in a great walkable location.”
Stephanie
United States United States
“Beautiful building and location with a great breakfast spread. Loved the orange soap!”
Carolyn
United States United States
“Everything! Location, history, staff, service, facilities- the hotel, staff, service and breakfast were all fantastic!”
Cesar
United States United States
“All of the staff was friendly and accommodating. Most of them spoke a language other than Portuguese such as English or Spanish so that made it easier to communicate with them.”
Maria
United States United States
“Nice building. Close to the train station and the center of town. Huge room. Nice gastropub next door. Good breakfast.”
Wvjv
United States United States
“We were walking the Camino and this was our rest stay stop (2 nights). This is one of the nicest hotels we have stayed at in any city. The hotel staff are exceptional. When we told them we were walking the Camino several staff came by and gave us...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Letraria
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea

Amenities of Casa Melo Alvim - by Unlock Hotels

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

Casa Melo Alvim - by Unlock Hotels takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that reservations of 3 or more rooms, different payment and cancelation policies may be applied.

Please note that the parking lot is right next to the property.

Please note that extra beds available upon request, only at the Deluxe Double Room and the Suite, at an extra cost of EUR 40, per person, per night.

To request an extra bed and/or crib please use the Special Requests Box while booking. After booking, please confirm the availability and cost directly with the hotel.

Please note there is a pet fee cost of 25€ /night.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: 1529;102259/AL;102260/AL;102261/AL;102263/AL;102264/AL