Hotel da Oliveira
Largo da Oliveira - Rua de Santa Maria, 4810-443 Guimarães, Portugal – Excellent location - show map
The location was perfect, close enough to be part of the action and far enough to get a quiet sleep. The food was excellent and original. Finally the staff was impeccable.
Canada
The Hotel da Oliveira is within the historical Guimarães city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Guimarães Castle, the city’s most iconic landmark is 150 metres away. The air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel da Oliveira all feature a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer plus a flat-screen cable TV. The units also feature a minibar and some a balcony. All the rooms are individually decorated with themes regarding historical Guimarães personalities. A rich breakfast buffet is served each morning in the hotel and can be taken in the room, upon request. Guests can dine in the property’s à la carte restaurant, which features a varied menu, including traditional Portuguese meals and international dishes. In order to better get to know the surrounding area and the historical town, the 24-hour front desk has car rental and bicycle rental services available for guests. The hotel also has a library available, for guests to take a book and relax in the communal lounge. This charm hotel is centrally located in Guimarães, the 2012 European Capital of Culture. The city centre features a number of local shops, cafés, bars, museums and restaurants. The Guimarães Castle has a famed statue of D. Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal in its front grounds, a popular tourist attraction. The historical city of Braga is a 23-minute drive and features a lively city centre and a famous Cathedral. The scenic Penha Mountain is 5 km away. The Porto International Airport is a 37-minute drive from the Hotel da Oliveira and the property provides a shuttle service, at an extra fee.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Bar
Availability
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Michel
Canada“The location was perfect, close enough to be part of the action and far enough to get a quiet sleep. The food was excellent and original. Finally the staff was impeccable.”
Julia
United Kingdom“the breakfast was very high quality and good dining room looking on to square great location”- Pacheco
United States“All the staff members were very friendly (Maria at the front dest was amaing and so kind). Loved the morning breakfast it was excellent. The room was very spacious. The building was so well decorated and very calming. 10s all around!!! Super...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- HOOL Restaurante
- CuisineMediterranean • Portuguese • International • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
Facilities of Hotel da OliveiraGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Terrace
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Concierge service
- 24-hour front desk
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Portuguese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Hotel da Oliveira accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the hotel is situated on a pedestrian street and the car parking is 120 metres from the hotel, next to the Guimarães City Hall, in the Condessa Mumadona Square. Please inform security that you are accommodated at the Hotel da Oliveira.
Please note that traffic may be conditioned and there may be noise disturbances in the following dates:
- First Monday of August, Gualterianas Parties - Traffic is conditioned from 20:00 until 01:00.
- November 29, Pinheiro - Students traditional Festival - High probability of noise disturbances during the night.
Please note that drinks are not included in lunch and dinner prices.
When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Hotel da Oliveira in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: 4293
FAQs about Hotel da Oliveira
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Room options at Hotel da Oliveira include:
- Suite
- Double
- Apartment
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Hotel da Oliveira offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Walking tours
- Happy hour
- Bike tours
- Bicycle rental
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The prices at Hotel da Oliveira may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Hotel da Oliveira is 400 yards from the centre of Guimarães. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Hotel da Oliveira has 1 restaurant:
- HOOL Restaurante
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Check-in at Hotel da Oliveira is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
