Quinta de Valverde  

In Viana do Castelo on Portugal’s north coast. A short walk from the city centre and the beach, and close to the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia and the Elevador de Santa Luzia. Also near the Foreigners and Borders Service, Museu do Traje and Capela de Nossa Senhora de Agonia. Pet-friendly and easy to explore on foot.

A small apartment property with six guestrooms that feel like a local pad. Rooms feature private balconies, kitchenettes with refrigerators and ovens, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, plus bathrobes and in-room safes. An elevator and accessible facilities help make the stay simple and comfortable.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool or rent bicycles to cruise the coast. There’s a library, picnic area and barbecue grills for relaxed afternoons, plus complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property and free self-parking. Pets are welcome — wake up to sea-breeze mornings near the water.

Business-ready with a conference hall and a business center. Complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk keep things running. Laundry, dry cleaning and daily housekeeping add practical convenience.

An on-site restaurant serves casual meals, and the picnic/BBQ areas are great for laid-back feasts. Many rooms include kitchens for self-catering if you prefer to cook local finds.