Axis Viana Business & SPA Hotel  

In the heart of Viana do Castelo, near the mouth of the river Lima and within easy walking distance of the city centre. Minutes from landmarks like the Foreigners and Borders Service, Igreja Matriz, Capela de Nossa Senhora de Agonia, Museu do Traje and the Elevador de Santa Luzia. About 75 km from Porto and roughly 30 km from the Spanish border — a stylish spa hotel base for exploring Alto Minho.

Sleek, contemporary architecture meets modern hotel comfort across 87 guestrooms. Rooms come with minibars, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi‑Fi, in-room massage options, bathrobes and slippers; bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Public spaces include a comfy living room, a bar and an exterior esplanade with a pool for lazy afternoons.

Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials, plus a thermal area with sauna, Turkish bath and a dynamic pool (spa/thermal access incurs an additional fee and must be booked; under-16s not admitted). Indoor and outdoor pools, a health club/fitness centre and concierge services round out the leisure setup — note indoor pool, gym and spa close on holidays and Sundays from 13:00. Self-parking is available (charges may apply).

Serious business chops: a business centre, meeting rooms and 5,543 sq ft (515 m²) of conference space for events. Complimentary Wi‑Fi in public areas, dry cleaning/laundry services and lobby newspapers keep work on track.

Contemporary on-site restaurant and a relaxed bar/lounge for evening drinks. Buffet breakfasts are served daily from 7:00–10:30 (for a fee), room service is available during limited hours, and a café/esplanade offers casual bites and alfresco moments.