Pousada Vila Real Santo Antonio

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Pestana Group
8.8 (22 reviews)
Praca Marques de Pombal, 30, Vila Real Santo Antonio, 8900-231 , Vila Real Santo Antonio , PT
35-1-282240001

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Concierge service
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
Pool sun loungers
Eco-friendly toiletries
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (town square / near marina)
Very friendly, proactive staff
Comfortable beds and cosy rooms
Good/fantastic breakfast
Charming hotel with rooftop pool and pleasant atmosphere
Cons:
Limited parking due to central location
Maintenance and cleanliness issues (dirty windows, worn furniture, some bathroom problems)
High pet fee (€30/day) for guests with animals
Occasional slow dinner service
Rooftop pool not heated

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Several guests note maintenance and cleanliness issues (dirty windows, worn terrace furniture, bathroom concerns), lowering this score below the hotel average.
Service
10
Consistently praised: friendly, helpful and proactive staff; warm welcome and attentive service mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
10
Repeatedly noted as excellent — central position on the town square, close to marina and historic centre; a key strength of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms described as cosy, comfortable with large beds and good natural light, though a few guests mention quirks (awkward toilet layout) and minor maintenance needs.
Amenities
8.2
Nice extras such as a rooftop pool are appreciated (not heated); parking limitations due to central location affect perceived amenities.
Value for Money
8
Generally seen as good value given location and service, but the daily €30 pet fee and some maintenance shortcomings reduce perceived value for some guests.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast is frequently praised as very good or fantastic, though a few guests wanted more variety and one noted slow dinner service on occasion.
Overall Experience
9.3
Most reviews describe a highly positive stay: charming hotel, relaxing atmosphere, excellent staff and prime location create memorable visits despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-27 17:45

Property Description

Experience the charm and comfort of Pousada Vila Real Santo Antonio, a delightful retreat nestled in the heart of Vila Real Santo Antonio.

Dine & Unwind
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant or enjoy the convenience of room service during limited hours. End your day in style with a refreshing drink at our cozy bar/lounge.

Comfort & Connectivity
Our 57 air-conditioned rooms are designed for relaxation, featuring minibars, flat-screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet access. Enjoy the luxury of private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads and top-quality toiletries.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
With amenities like a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and concierge services, we ensure all your needs are met. Enjoy a daily buffet breakfast to start your day right while taking in amazing views from our terrace.

Don’t miss out on a memorable stay—book your room at Pousada Vila Real Santo Antonio today!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 33

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 22 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Ricardo • solo_traveller • pt
7
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
R
Regis • solo_traveller • pt
10
Muito boa
Pros:

Localização , quarto excelente

Cons:

Estacionamento longe

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Javier • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Decoración
Estilo en general
Tranquilidad

Cons:

Desayuno buffet/ caro
Los armarios sin puertas

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • solo_traveller • pt
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • es
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Xavier • couple • fr
9
Très bien
Pros:

Accueil du personnel. Situation de l’hôtel

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
5
Clean central don’t settle for a downstairs room as we had to leave a day early than planned through lack of sleep
Pros:

It was central and very clean staff were pleasant

Cons:

We had a downstairs room which was on the street literally with a door and a window. We were not able to open the door or window for security reasons a d from the noise of the streets at night and morning. Street cleaners and bin men started early hours. People in square were chatting etc at night although not especially loud it sounded right outside our door we left a day earlier than we had booked and paid for due to lack of sleep.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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dough683 • Couples • Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado
10
We Love this Hotel
Pros:

This is a beautiful independently owned property that is right on the city square and walking distance to the city center and the beaches. It’s extremely clean, nicely furnished, has a great breakfast. Every employee we encountered was friendly and very helpful. When I come back to Vila Real Santo António, this will be my go-to place to stay.

2026-06-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Janet • solo_traveller • pt
9
Pros:

Very warm welcome from the staff, who were all very helpful and accommodating throughout our stay.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • es
9
Agradable y repetible
Pros:

Desayuno sin tener mucha variedad, eran productos de calidad de la zona. El hotel esun hotel pequeño pero acogedor en la mejor localización del pueblo.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Deirdre • Couples • Rostrevor, County Down, Northern Ireland
10
Lovely hotel, good food & plenty to do.
Pros:

Absolute gem of hotel,
We arrived late on Friday pm and the receptionist was lovely and very attentive. ( didn’t have her name)
She was helpful with advice on the area, places to eat, and a genuine lovely manner.

The hotel was spotless and staff friendly.
We had breakfast daily which was plentiful and well presented.

The pool area and rooftop were great facilities and we were lucky as it was quiet during our stay and had the place most of the time to ourselves which suited us.

The area is lovely & easy to walk about with beach a walkable 30 minutes away.
As this was spur of the moment getaway for us to chill & relax, it def lived up to its name.
Overall highly recommend this hotel and would stay there again.

2026-06-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Isabel • couple • pt
8
Estadia curta mas boa.
Pros:

Localização boa, embora havendo recurso a estacionamento privado. Gostei particularmente da qualidade das camas ( colchões).

Cons:

Achei que o quarto era quase destituído de arrumação e o roupeiro existente, todo aberto em ripas, não se emparelhava com a pretendida qualidade do hotel.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
Ángel • couple • es
8
Lujo en el centro de Vila Real.
Pros:

Lo que más las dos piscinas. Sobre todo la de arriba con vistas. La cama también me gustó.

Cons:

No había vista en mi habitación, daba a un muro. Me gustaría que avisaran de eso.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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María José • solo_traveller • es
10
Para repetir0
Pros:

La ubicación en el centro de la ciudad y la decoración del hotel y las habitaciones

Cons:

Por poner alguna pega, el desayuno se puede mejorar

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Silvia Basto • couple • pt
9
Boa relação qualidade/ preço
Pros:

A localização e a limpeza

Cons:

Gostei de tudo.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
F
Francisco • couple • pt
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Personal, decoración y ubicación.

Cons:

La habitación era más pequeña de lo esperado. Aún así era muy cómoda y estaba muy limpia.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Hyndra • couple • pt
7
Óptimo para fugir de multidões, usufruir com tranquilidade e desligar.
Pros:

Localizado em plena praça no centro, perto do rio. Tem múltiplos recantos nas áreas comuns para usufruir: duas piscinas (uma em rooftop e outra num pátio interior), zonas de espreguiçadeira, de esplanada, sofás, poltronas, etc. O quarto tinha acesso direto ao pátio interior, com uma mesa e duas cadeiras privadas mesmo em frente à piscina. Como fomos em junho estava um ambiente muito tranquilo. Staff muito acolhedor e disponível.

Cons:

A dimensão do quarto podia ser maior, e o pequeno-almoço mais diversificado, bem como as opções no restaurante.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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José • family_with_children • pt
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee