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Absoluto Design Hotel
Rua da Bandeira 174, Viana do Castelo 4900-560 Portugal
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#3 of 6 small hotels in Viana do Castelo
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If you’re looking for a luxury small hotel in Viana do Castelo, look no further than Absoluto Design Hotel.
Nearby landmarks such as Capela das Almas (0.1 mi) and Igreja Matriz de Viana do Castelo (0.2 mi) make Absoluto Design Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Viana do Castelo.
Guest rooms offer air conditioning, and Absoluto Design Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available.
You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including a concierge, room service, and baggage storage. In addition, guests can enjoy a lounge during their visit. As an added convenience, there is paid private parking available nearby.
Travellers looking to enjoy some lobster can head to Tasquinha da Linda. Otherwise, you may want to check out a seafood restaurant such as Tasquinha da Linda, Casa Primavera - Taberna Soares, or Taberna do Valentim.
Plus, during your trip, don’t forget to check out some of the popular architectural buildings, such as Capela das Malheiras, Antigos Paços do Concelho, and Casa dos Sá Soutomaior.
The staff at Absoluto Design Hotel looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycle rental
Car hire
Baggage storage
Concierge
Secured parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Bowling
Canoeing
Hiking
Windsurfing
Bowling offsite
Canoeing offsite
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
ATM on site
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
Room features
Allergy-free room
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
VIP room facilities
Bottled water
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
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Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Location
Rua da Bandeira 174, Viana do Castelo 4900-560 Portugal
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Great for walkers
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Our stay at the Absoluto Design Hotel couldn't have been better. Wonderful Welcome Drink, great room, the best breakfast, served at the bedroom ever!!! Super helpful staff, who made our stay really a wonderful experience! Nothing to complain at all. I can higly recommend Abolute Design Hotel. I am sure the hotel staff will try to do their best to fulfilll all your wishes as they did for us.
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Date of stay: April 2012Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This hotell is well located in the historical center within walking distance to shops, buss & train station, sea side walk etc.
The rooms was larger than in many other design hotels we visited and the cleaning was quick and well performed.
The breakfast was buffet style with many choices including both warm & cold food, cakes, fruit, cheese, fresh juice etc - very rich and good!
The staff was friendly and the owner Dona Rosa Maria was very helpfull and sugested us walking trails, good communications etc.
The only drawbacks one can mention with the hotel is that some fresh paint and new carpets could improve the experience further and that some English language news channel (CNN, BBC ...) would be a nice addition to the Portugese ones.
The rooms was larger than in many other design hotels we visited and the cleaning was quick and well performed.
The breakfast was buffet style with many choices including both warm & cold food, cakes, fruit, cheese, fresh juice etc - very rich and good!
The staff was friendly and the owner Dona Rosa Maria was very helpfull and sugested us walking trails, good communications etc.
The only drawbacks one can mention with the hotel is that some fresh paint and new carpets could improve the experience further and that some English language news channel (CNN, BBC ...) would be a nice addition to the Portugese ones.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Absoluto design hotel is a very tipical and stylish small hotel right in the centre of Viana do Castelo. The venue is a mix between a converted town house and a palace but very modern and stylish inside. It is located right in the centre within a walking distance from all tourist spots. At the same time is very quiet and romantic, ideal for a couple or honeymoons.
Rooms are all different and in different colours. We stayed in the white one, called petroleo.
The staff are very helpful and friendly and always ready to help. We are a gay couple and always felt very welcome and special.
Breakfast is in a very cute room and quality was great. Fresh juices, several choices of cereals, breads, hams, cheeses. I have to score 4 stars for it. Little pearl in Viana. Definitely try it!,
Rooms are all different and in different colours. We stayed in the white one, called petroleo.
The staff are very helpful and friendly and always ready to help. We are a gay couple and always felt very welcome and special.
Breakfast is in a very cute room and quality was great. Fresh juices, several choices of cereals, breads, hams, cheeses. I have to score 4 stars for it. Little pearl in Viana. Definitely try it!,
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Date of stay: April 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: We stayed in a room called petroleo and was great. Not sure about the others but I am sure they...
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Great location in an historic building. Architect design will appeal to some more than others. My main problems were that the bed was uncomfortable and unstable, moving every time my partner moved, causing a terrible nights sleep. There is nowhere to put your cases, so you have to unpack on the floor, but then there is virtually no hanging space and no drawers. Creating an unliveable space. It was raining heavily the day we got there and it was impossible to dry our clothes. The bathroom is tiny. You have to preorder your breakfast and what they serve is delicious, but the buffet is very limited. No muesli or granola. Also don’t think about changing your breakfast order for the next day or you’ll get a snarl!
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Small family run hotel.
Great shower.
Very clean rooms.
Nice breakfast included.
Very near the centre with lots of bars and restaurants. 15 minute walk to opescado fish restaurant which is a MUST place for super fresh fish.
Staff very friendly and efficient.
Good WiFi.
And they speak perfect English.
Great shower.
Very clean rooms.
Nice breakfast included.
Very near the centre with lots of bars and restaurants. 15 minute walk to opescado fish restaurant which is a MUST place for super fresh fish.
Staff very friendly and efficient.
Good WiFi.
And they speak perfect English.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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Some pluses and minuses - but overall a good experience. Pluses would include a good central location that nevertheless gets you away from the very centre of town, important during the annual festivals. So when people say it's down a quiet street, be thankful. It's an old convent by the looks of it, converted into a modern hotel. The staff are very courteous and the rooms have great air conditioning and are clean and bright. Minuses I'd have to note are some of the design features. The bath behind the bed might be risky for anybody with mobility issues to climb into and watch where you aim the shower! The beds were really hard. That was quite a turn off. There's no lift so if your room is on the upper floor and you're not too strong, make sure you get help with the luggage.
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Go for a suite to get the full design experience but if you have mobility issues, it's not...
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This hotel is very hidden, there is no sign on the outside to indicate that there is a hotel here. We stayed in the Mar room. The room was clean and cute. Its not a big room, no closets or a wardrobe either. The bed was big and the mattress was comfortable. I am assuming that it was a medium for those who have backproblems. The room overlooked the courtyard which is nice. The air conditioning works well, a bit noisy though. We kept it at 20 celcius. The bathroom has a rainfall shower which is pleasant.
The front desk attendant Rosa Maria is a sweetheart. If you want to buy the luxourious table cloths or jewelery from the region, please ask her. She knows the best spots in the city
The front desk attendant Rosa Maria is a sweetheart. If you want to buy the luxourious table cloths or jewelery from the region, please ask her. She knows the best spots in the city
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Date of stay: June 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Well located, on walking distance to most of the city's landmarks and attractions. Parking was an issue, but we came on the town's busiest time of the year, so it was to expect.
Very friendly and thoughtful staff, which made our stay very pleasant.
Spartan yet comfortable room, minimal decoration featuring sleek design details was a personal favorite. Very good lodging experience, one would definitely come back.
Very friendly and thoughtful staff, which made our stay very pleasant.
Spartan yet comfortable room, minimal decoration featuring sleek design details was a personal favorite. Very good lodging experience, one would definitely come back.
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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It is a nice design hotel and the staff is very friendly. Breakfast was good and with fresh fruits. I can recommend the hotel. Car parking is 150 m away and it is for free in the street.
If you stay in town, this hotel is a must.
If you stay in town, this hotel is a must.
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The design element is key to the hotel's appeal. Nothing can be faulted on that element.
It is located in a quiet street just a few minutes from the historic centre of the town.
Lovely breakfast and helpful staff.
The only downside for us, was that as we prefer not to use air-conditioning, and thus need the windows open, we had too many mosquitos during the night. Bring an electric insect rellant and have the perfect stay.
It is located in a quiet street just a few minutes from the historic centre of the town.
Lovely breakfast and helpful staff.
The only downside for us, was that as we prefer not to use air-conditioning, and thus need the windows open, we had too many mosquitos during the night. Bring an electric insect rellant and have the perfect stay.
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Date of stay: September 2013Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Buenas tardes,
Absoluto Design Hotel es un acogedor hotel situado en el centro de Viana do Castelo. No tenemos piscina. Aceptamos niños siempre que respeten el número de ocupantes por habitación.
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Saludos,
Susana Rocha
"Go for a suite to get the full design experience but if you have mobility issues, it's not for you."Read full review
"We stayed in a room called petroleo and was great. Not sure about the others but I am sure they should be very nice too."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
AU$147 - AU$175 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
PortugalNorthern PortugalViana do Castelo DistrictViana do Castelo
NUMBER OF ROOMS
12
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Frequently Asked Questions about Absoluto Design Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Absoluto Design Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Museu do Traje (0.4 km), Cat Gift (0.3 km), and Igreja Matriz de Viana do Castelo (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Absoluto Design Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Absoluto Design Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Absoluto Design Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking nearby and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Absoluto Design Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tasquinha Belacosteira, Irish&Co. Viana do Castelo, and Restaurante Bota D'água.
Is Absoluto Design Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Viana do Castelo.
Are any cleaning services offered at Absoluto Design Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Absoluto Design Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
Are there any historical sites close to Absoluto Design Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Citania de Santa Luzia (2.0 km), Antigos Paços do Concelho (5.1 km), and Casa dos Sá Soutomaior (5.2 km).
Is Absoluto Design Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.