Are there food options in the hotel?

Yes, HC Restaurant with specialties from northern Portugal, snack bar and bar. Meals can be served on the outdoor terrace or in the room. Special diet menus available upon request.

How far is it from the airport?

Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 63 km (approximately 45 minutes by car). Viseu Airport 85 km.

Is it accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes, some units are wheelchair accessible. The hotel has an elevator to access upper floors and is adapted for people with reduced mobility.

What languages does the staff speak?

Yes, the hotel staff speak English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

Are there any activities available?

Yes, hiking and billiards included. Bicycle rental available at an additional cost. Children's play area and outdoor play equipment.

What is the concept of the hotel?

The hotel is inspired by the four elements and is an eco-friendly property that generates electricity through a hydroelectric power plant on the adjacent Caima River, in addition to using solar energy and renewable water sources.

Is shuttle service available?

Yes, shuttle service available at an additional cost. Recommended given that the location is rural and requires a personal vehicle for travel.

Hotel ★★★★ Oliveira de Azeméis, Aveiro

Hotel Rural Vale Do Rio

Name: Hotel Rural Vale Do Rio
Address: Avenida Soares De Basto, 4346, Oliveira de Azeméis, 3720-423, PT
Rating: 8.7

8.7/10

Very good 1730 guest reviews

Suitable for Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

4★ rural hotel with spa, heated pool and eco-friendly concept. Rooms with balcony, restaurant and natural surroundings. Rating 8.7/10.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Complete wellness facilities

Features spa and wellness centre, indoor heated pool open all year, sauna, steam room, hot tub, gym and relaxation area. Massages and spa treatments require additional payment.

Rooms with private balcony and views

All rooms have private balconies. Some offer views of the river, mountain, pool or garden. Include flat-screen TV, desk, quality bedding and extra-long beds (over 2 meters).

Restaurant with flexible service options

HC Restaurant offers traditional northern Portugal specialties. Meals can be served on the outdoor terrace or in the room. Snack bar, bar and minibar available. Special diet menus available upon request.

Rural location with access to urban centres

Located in a rural setting 5 km from the centre of Oliveira de Azeméis. 10 km from São João da Madeira, 17 km from Santa Maria da Feira and 37 km from Aveiro. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 63 km (45 minutes by car).

Who is this suitable for

Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

When it is an ideal choice

Couples and travelers seeking rest and wellness in a rural setting, with access to spa, pool and relaxation activities.
Families with children, thanks to play area, outdoor equipment, children's menu and family rooms.
Travelers interested in sustainability and eco-tourism, given the hotel's renewable energy generation and environmental commitment.
People with reduced mobility, with elevator access to upper floors and some units adapted for wheelchairs.

When to consider alternatives

Necesitas conectividad WiFi de alta calidad o estable, ya que la puntuación es inferior a otras categorías del hotel.
Prefieres no depender de vehículo propio, pues la ubicación rural requiere coche para desplazamientos (servicio de traslado con coste adicional).
Buscas la mejor relación calidad-precio, ya que algunos huéspedes consideran el valor ajustado.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Breakfast highly valued by guests, with notable variety and quality.
Comfort of rooms and spaciousness, with private balconies generating satisfaction.
Modern and well-maintained facilities, especially the spa and heated pool.
Attending and helpful staff, with highlighted personalized attention in multiple reviews.

Things to consider

Free WiFi with a score of 7.8/10, lower than other categories. May be limited in some areas.
Value for money rating of 8.2/10, suggesting that some guests consider the value to be budget-friendly.
Rural location requires own vehicle for travel. Shuttle service available at an additional cost.

Location and nearby points

Located in the rural area of Palmaz (Aveiro Province), surrounded by hills. 5 km from the urban centre of Oliveira de Azeméis, allowing access to services without losing the natural environment.

Proximity to restaurants: Restaurante Convivio 2.6 km and Restaurante O Alpendre da Devesa 3.2 km.

Nearby cultural points of interest: Solar dos Morgados de Santo António (5 km), Igreja Matriz de Oliveira de Azeméis (6 km). Parque de Antuã 15 km.

Regional connectivity: 10 km to São João da Madeira, 17 km to Santa Maria da Feira, 37 km to Aveiro. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 63 km (main air access).

Nearby points of interest and transport

Restaurante Restaurante Convivio 2,6 km

Restaurante Restaurante O Alpendre da Devesa 3,2 km

Solar dos Morgados de Santo António 5 km

Igreja Matriz de Oliveira de Azeméis 6 km

Escola Secundária Soares Basto 6 km

Parque de Antuã 15 km

Aeropuerto de Viseu 85 km

Aeropuerto Francisco Sá Carneiro 63 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel's rating and how many reviews does it have?

Rating of 8.7/10 based on 1730 guest reviews. Best-rated categories are Staff (9.3/10) and Comfort (9.1/10).

What wellness facilities are available?

Indoor heated pool open all year, spa and wellness centre, sauna, steam room, hot tub, gym and relaxation area. Massages and spa treatments require additional payment.

What are the rooms like?

All have private balcony, flat-screen TV, desk, quality bedding and extra-long beds (over 2 meters). Some offer views of the river, mountain, pool or garden. Include air conditioning, heating and soundproofing.