The Lince Santa Clara Hotel - Vila do Conde
41.352995, -8.739427Overview
5-star historic hotel in a restored 700-year-old monastery overlooking the river and ocean in Vila do Conde
Historical Setting & Grounds
The Lince Santa Clara occupies a 700-year-old monastery with neoclassical architecture and an original granite structure. The property sits on a hill overlooking the Ave River, the town of Vila do Conde, and the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can walk through corridors lined with original stone walls and arches, with a 1318 heritage building fully renovated into a luxury hotel.
Wellness & Spa
The hotel's spa and wellness centre includes an indoor heated pool, a hammam, a sauna, a steam room, and a hot tub. Guests have access to a fitness centre, yoga classes, and a full circuit of spa facilities including a relaxation area with daybeds. Professional treatments such as massages, body scrubs, facials, and manicures are available, with masseuses Fatima and Inaes mentioned by guests.
Dining
The Lince Santa Clara has two restaurants: Mosteiro serves traditional Portuguese cuisine with sharing dishes, and Oculto is a fine-dining restaurant that earned a Michelin star. Breakfast offers a buffet with champagne and a la carte options, including boiled shrimps and fresh eggs. The hotel also has a pool bar serving lunch and a coffee house, with cocktails prepared by barman Carlo.
Rooms & Amenities
The hotel has 87 rooms, including Heritage Double, Heritage Deluxe, Mansard Double, and the Royal Suite with a round bathtub. Rooms feature soundproof walls, espresso makers, minibars, private bathrooms with bathrobes, and high ceilings with views of the river or ocean. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, electric vehicle charging station, and free parking.
Location & Activities
The hotel is 1 mile from Olinda Beach and a short walk to the riverfront and town center with shops and restaurants. It is 25 minutes from Porto and close to Braga, Guimaraes, and the Douro Valley for day trips. Nearby attractions include Varziela Chinatown and The Style Outlets for shopping, and the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle to Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport (10 miles).
- Location: 1 mile from Olinda Beach, 25 min from Porto
- Rooms: 87 rooms including Royal Suite with round bathtub
- Dining: Two restaurants - Mosteiro and Oculto (Michelin star)
- Wellness: Full-service spa with indoor pool, hammam, sauna
- Facilities: Infinity pool, electric vehicle charging, free parking
- Ideal for: Couples, food enthusiasts, wellness travelers
License number: 11598/RNET
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
Essential information about The Lince Santa Clara Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 448 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 16.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Francisco Sa Carneiro, OPO |
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