Location
The exclusive beachside hotel is superbly situated in the north of Portugal. The town of Oporto is a 15-minute drive away. Guests are able to enjoy wonderful sea views of the turquoise blue sea. The town centre, with its many places of interest, can easily be reached on foot or by car. Various shopping venues, countless bars, cafés, restaurants, a nightclub as well as many other entertainment venues are to be found in the vicinity (within 2 km).
Facilities
3 junior suites, 5 suites and 166 double rooms are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by 4 lifts. Multilingual staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities available at the hotel include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Complimentary newspapers are available. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 17 conference rooms.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Extra comforts include a mini fridge. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available.
Sports/Entertainment
Heated indoor and outdoor pools, filled with salt water, ensure comfortable swimming. There is a children's swimming area as well. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Parasols and comfortable sun loungers are available on the sun terrace. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sport and leisure programme, which includes cycling/mountain biking and golf. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis, beach volleyball and crazy golf. A gym and aerobics or, for a fee, billiards, are among the sport and leisure options available. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a hammam and, for an additional fee, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Additional leisure activities include a kids' club, a dance club and a casino.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.