Hotel Lara

Hotels
8.1 (1314 reviews)
Av. Bombeiros Voluntarios , Valença , pt

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location by the castle/walled town — ideal for Camino and sightseeing
Very good breakfast with a variety of fruits, breads and options
Comfortable beds and spacious, recently remodeled rooms
Friendly, multilingual staff in many instances
Clean rooms reported by many guests
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness and a few reports of a disorganized reception area
Breakfast service strained at busy times; some guests wanted more variety
Occasional amenities issues: broken coffee machine, no courtesy water in some rooms, hot/no AC in breakfast area
Minor room issues: short shower screen, noisy external AC units on some balconies
Occasional unhelpful or language-limited reception staff reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Mixed reports — many guests praised room cleanliness, but a few specific mentions of poor cleaning and a disorganized reception area lower the score.
Service
8.2
Generally friendly and multilingual staff noted by several guests, though isolated comments mention unhelpful or impersonal reception and language issues.
Location
9
Consistently praised — right by the castle/walled town and convenient for the Camino and transport links.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms described as spacious, recently remodeled and comfortable beds, with occasional minor issues (short shower screen, missing courtesy items in some rooms).
Amenities
7.6
Breakfast facilities and basic amenities generally available, but some problems reported (no complimentary water in one room, broken coffee machine, hot/no AC in breakfast area, noisy external AC units).
Value for Money
8.1
Not directly commented on in reviews; assigned the target overall rating.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Breakfast repeatedly praised for variety and quality (fruits, breads, croissants), though a few guests noted limited variety or service issues during busy times.
Overall Experience
7.9
Generally positive overall with many guests recommending the hotel and planning to return, tempered by several notable negative experiences affecting some stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 21:16

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Balconies
Hotel Lara offers modern rooms with balconies, providing guests with a comfortable and scenic stay. The wooden furnishings and neutral tones create a soothing atmosphere, complemented by amenities such as flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with hairdryers.

Rich Breakfast Buffet
Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the breakfast room overlooking the fortress. For early risers, the hotel also offers breakfast service from 04:00 to 07:00 upon request. This hearty meal is the perfect start to a day of exploration in the historic town of Valença.

Convenient Amenities and Services
In addition to the inviting accommodations and breakfast options, Hotel Lara boasts a hotel bar serving refreshing drinks and a games room with a pool table for entertainment. With free public parking on site and proximity to Vigo-Peinador Airport, convenience is key for guests looking to make the most of their stay.

Experience comfort, convenience, and charm at Hotel Lara. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Valença getaway.

Important information:

Please take into account if your reservation includes dinner, drinks are charged separately.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1314 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 8.2
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 7.9
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Yung • solo_traveller • us
10
I will stay again.
Pros:

The location. Right in front of the Castle. The breakfast was superb. 10 min from the Aldi. The front person was excellent. Hot water was available (for my ramen).

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Catarina • couple • pt
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Lucas Gallego • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Camas comodísimas. El mural de la pared,.la amplitud los productos del baño. El desayuno muy rico.

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
S
Susana • couple • es
9
Al lado de la muralla
Pros:

La habitación era nueva

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Katrine • family_with_children • dk
5
Pros:

Lå dejligt og nemt for camino

Cons:

Dårlig rengøring. Kedelig morgenmad.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gema • extended_group • es
10
Limpio y muy cómodo
Pros:

La ubicación, las camas muy cómodas, un desayuno buffet no exagerado pero correctísimo y muy rico.

Cons:

Reservé dos habitaciones, una doble y otra individual. En la habitación individual no había agua de cortesía, café o albornoz. No me gustó que hubiera esa diferencia entre habitaciones.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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PAULO LOURENÇO • solo_traveller • br
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • family_with_children • de
4
Ich würde das Hotel auf keinen Fall nochmals buchen
Pros:

Nichts.

Cons:

Der Empfangsbereich war unordentlich, dahinter lag Kinderspielzeug herum, die Rezeptionistin konnte kein Englisch, oder etwas anderes als portugiesisch. Zuerst sah es so aus als läge unsere Reservierung nicht vor. Im Zimmer dann nur ein Kissen für zwei Personen, auf dem Kissen eine gehäkelte Blume ( also nicht waschbar) der Kleiderschrank stand offen, darin eine wilde Kleiderbügelsammlung, unten verschiedene Decken, ein großer Balkon, allerdings mit den Klimageräten von 5 Zimmern. Im Frühstücksraum steht ein Billardtisch und eine Tischtennisplatte, alles macht einen schmuddeligen und unsortierten Eindruck. Wir waren in einigen Hostels, die besser waren.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
F
Fernando • couple • pt
7
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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António • couple • pt
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Eva Maria • solo_traveller • ee
10
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Xosé Andrés • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Hudecek • couple • cz
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Carlos Abalada • solo_traveller • pt
8
Pros:

Gostei muito do quarto, a limpeza, o pequeno almoço podia ter mais variedade. Em geral estava tudo óptimo.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Guillermo • couple • es
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Maryjane • couple • us
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Annelize • couple • gb
10
Great hotel with amazing breakfast. Perfect for part of the Camino. Very friendly multi-language staff
Pros:

The location was excellent. We arrived into Valença via bus from Porto. It was a short walk to the hotel. And very close to where we started the Camino de Santiago

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • de
7
Ok, für einen Zwischenstopp
Pros:

Zentrale Lage, geräumige Zimmer

Cons:

Abfluss roch stark, Kaffeemaschine defekt, etwas unpersönliches Personal

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Zita • couple • pt
9
Recomendamos, especiamente pela localizacao e pequeno-almoco.
Pros:

O pequeno almoco com muitas frutas, frutos secos, croissantes, pao escuro, etc..bem bom. Quarto espacoso, casa de banho remodelada e moderna, cama confortavel. Mesmo a beira de uma das portas da vila muralhada e perto da estacao de comboios. Adequadamente climatizado, sem barulho excessivo. Atendimento competente e simpatico.

Cons:

De inicio, acha-se o predio, o hall e corredores feios e velhos (o carpete velho impressiona mal) e espera-se quartos desgastados mas ficamos bem agradados com o restante.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Neves • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee