Pousada Caniçada - Gerês

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Pestana Hotel & Resorts
8.9 (825 reviews)
Caniçada , Geres , PT

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location and panoramic views
Friendly, attentive and professional staff
Comfortable beds and tasteful, atmospheric decor
Beautiful historic setting and grounds
Good breakfast selection and free parking
Tranquil, nature-rich environment
Cons:
Restaurant quality inconsistent: limited menu, some inedible/tough dishes and high prices
Pool surface cleanliness issues reported
Signs of wear / maintenance deficiencies in furnishings
No elevator and many stairs — difficult with large bags
Limited on-site amenities (coffee machine functionality lacking)
Some rooms/bathrooms described as small or constrained

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Generally clean rooms and public areas reported, but some guests noted pool surface debris and signs of wear/maintenance needs, so cleanliness is slightly below impeccable.
Service
10
Consistently praised across reviews — staff described as very friendly, attentive and helpful; multiple guests highlighted excellent welcome and professional service.
Location
10
Exceptional location and views repeatedly emphasised (terrace views, national park/stausee outlook); tranquillity and surroundings are a major strength.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms noted as comfortable with very good beds and tasteful mountain-lodge decor, but several comments about worn furniture/maintenance and one mention of an issue with a specific room.
Amenities
7.7
Mixed: attractive historic grounds and pool exist, but guests reported pool cleaning issues, no elevator (many stairs), limited coffee machine/food-service equipment and some constrained bathroom/space layouts.
Value for Money
9.8
Overall experience, setting and service lead many guests to view the stay as good value, though some felt restaurant prices/quality (expensive dinners, overpriced drinks) detracted from perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Several strong negative remarks about the restaurant: limited menu, poor quality or tough meat, expensive dinner options and disappointing drinks (e.g. sangria); breakfast generally OK but dinner/F&B is the weakest area.
Overall Experience
10
Many glowing overall comments ('maravilhosa', 'perfeita', 'charmerende', 'retreat in nature') praising the atmosphere, views and staff — restaurant shortcomings lower some experiences but overall sentiment is highly positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 21:59

Property Description

Spectacular Nature Views

Located in the heart of Peneda/Gerês National Park, Pousada Geres-Caniçada offers stunning views of the river Cávado and the Caniçada dam. The picturesque setting provides a serene backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Outdoor Activities Galore

Guests can immerse themselves in nature with a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, canoeing, and hiking. The property's prime location allows visitors to explore the natural beauty of the park and create unforgettable memories.

Delicious Dining Experience

Indulge in traditional Portuguese cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients at the Pousada's restaurant. Enjoy meals and drinks with a view at the restaurant or bar, both offering panoramic sights of the river. Breakfast is served daily to start your day right.

Experience nature's beauty and tranquility at Pousada Geres-Caniçada. Book now for an unforgettable stay amidst breathtaking surroundings.

Important information:

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Prior to their arrival, guests are kindly requested to specify their bedding preference for any room type. Please specify the extra beds required, if any. Please specify the number of adults and children under 12. This can be inserted in the Special Requests Box during booking.

Please note that the property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival. Full payment for the accommodations is due upon check-in time.

Please note that for reservations of 5 rooms or more, different policies will apply.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: OPO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 825 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 9.8
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 10
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Vidhya • couple • us
6
Good enough
Pros:

Location was great.

Cons:

Double beds instead of a queen or similar.
Limited food options in restaurant -especially for vegetarian options.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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rmcazevedo • extended_group • pt
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Stieb • couple • pt
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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SOFIA • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Izaskun • couple • es
8
Bonito pero elevado precio
Pros:

La ubicación, tenía unas vistas espectaculares y las zonas exteriores estaban muy cuidadas. Había secador de pelo. La habitación era de un buen tamaño. Y nos dejaron una botella de agua y fruta gratis.

Cons:

El suelo de la habitación, es de moqueta pero se notan las tablas “sueltas” de madera que hay por debajo. Es madera antigua pero está sin arreglar (no se ve pero se nota al pisar, con su consiguientes crujidos). El restaurante con precios excesivos.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Bruno • solo_traveller • ch
2
Pros:

Aussicht vom Hotel, Pool

Cons:

Unglaublich was da geboten wird: Die Tische werden auf den Teppich-Boden abgewischt, der Teppich im Ess-Saal ist alt und grauslig! Während des Morgenessen wird geputzt und abgestaubt.... 🫪. Das Abendessen war sehr teuer und von unbefriedigender Qualität!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Maria Concepcion • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

El entorno natural en el que se encuentra

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Steiner • couple • at
10
Pros:

Great staff, from arrival until departure. The Pool was nicely situated, service on-call, and really quiet. Great vibes all around

Cons:

Beds are a bit uncomfortable but for a few nights it’s fine

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Pinto • couple • pt
6
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • gb
9
Amazing hotel in a beautiful area
Pros:

Stunning location. Views of the lake are particularly beautiful. Staff are friendly and helpful

Cons:

Food was disappointing. Portions were enormous but menu choice is limited especially if you are staying more than 2 nights and quality was average although no worse than we experienced elsewhere locally.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Sónia • solo_traveller • be
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • se
7
Läget fantastiskt, personal effektiv men utan personlighet, maten helt utan smak
Pros:

Inte enastående men tillräckligt bra, det skall vara ett 4 stjärnigt hotell och då kan hag önska mig lite högre standard

Cons:

Måltiden i restaurangen var riktigt dålig, förrätter ok men huvudrätter inte bra, servicen trevlig men mekanisk, saknar personlighet

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • pt
9
Pros:

Traculidade

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ceila • couple • es
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Vitor • solo_traveller • pt
6
Pros:

View

Cons:

None of the two EV chargers were working

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Mikhail • family_with_children • pt
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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sousa • couple • pt
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • couple • pt
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • pt
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Bela • couple • pt
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee