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Rua da Belgica 86 | Praia de Lavadores, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-044, Portugal
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What no golf club?

Casa Branca Beach & Golf Hotel

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4 of 5 stars
Rochester, United Kingdom
26 Feb 2007 | Trip type: Couples
5
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Visited Porto to watch a champions league game, staying for 3 nights. Chose this hotel after reading reviews on Tripadvisor. Wasn't disappointed. The view we had from our room was spectacular, a very unspoilt coastline, pedestrianised in front of the hotel, so very quiet.

Outside of hotel makes your heart sink a little, because it is a little outdated and in need of t.l.c., but on staying here and experiencing the 'brisk' weather conditions explains all. Inside the hotel is a different story. The room was nicely decorated, and very clean, the shower in the bathroom took a while to reach temperature but was nice and powerful. Staff were all very friendly and helpful, giving directions into town as well as recommending places to visit.

A little preplexing is why the hotel has 'Golf' included in its title because there isnt a golf club for miles around! It does however have a tennis court and swimming pool. The court doesnt look like its played on much, but the pool is very well looked after and very inviting.

The restaurant is on the beach just in front of the hotel, food is recommended, and was a reasonable price. There is also a small 'bistro' around the corner with a portugeuse menu, was very good and cost next to nothing.

A walk into town is about 7km, but was a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours. There is a bus stop just outside the restaurant so you can use public transport, but I'd recommend taking a sat nav and hiring a car because there isnt much nearby. Driving can be a bit of a nightmare though, the roadsigns are either non-existent or will confusingly point you in opposing directions to the same place, then just disappear altogether. We got lost everytime we went out in the car!

Porto as a town I found okay, but not much to do for someone visiting, a long weekend is long enough.

I would recommend this hotel for the view alone, not too far outside Porto, and good value for money. Thinking of returning in the summer for another long weekend purely because the hotel was so nice.

  • Liked — The spectacular view
  • Disliked — The roadsigns, or lack of them!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay February 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Travelled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since 23 September 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young Singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An Amazing Honeymoon
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Sporting event
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A little gem!

Casa Branca Beach & Golf Hotel

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4 of 5 stars
East Sussex
9 Oct 2006 | Trip type: Couples
7
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So pleased we went to this hotel. We pre-paid a suite but on arrival, found the views not the best and downgraded to a twin room on the other side of the corridor which had absolutely stunning views of the ocean. The hotel is pitched as a 3 or 4 star, and this is appropriate. The rooms were very comfortable and clean although perhaps the soft furnishings were a little tired. Bathrooms were small although perfectly adequate. The service from staff was excellent, with room service above the level expected for this catergory of hotel. The restaurant was the surprise. It was fabulous!! Rarely would I eat in a hotel dining room more than once during a week, so good I went there 3 times! Did not use the leisure facilities as so busy enjoying the natural coastline. Location is not the best but public transport very good. Also plenty of car parking.Last thing, no problems with refund on pre-paid accommodation. Would definitely go back.

  • Liked — The view
  • Disliked — Glazed balconies but understandable due to weather
  • Any tips/secrets for future travellers? — Use the restaurant
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay September 2006
  • Visit was for Other
  • Travelled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since 16 August 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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Great adress for beach and visits

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4 of 5 stars
Paris
18 Aug 2006 | Trip type: Couples
5
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The hotel is very goog located about 1min from the beach and 6km from the city of Porto. Bus station in front of the hotel (last bus at 1am). Nice restaurants nearby (vista mar, iceberg,....) so you really don't need a car.

Very nice staff, friendly and helpful

rooms ok with nice veranda and sea view. breakfast buffet clean, rich and goos quality.

This is for me a nice three to four star hotel with 60 rooms for a pleasant and relaxing stay outside a town, however nearby the city and on the beach

  • Liked — near beach, near town
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2006
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Travelled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since 20 June 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young Singles, A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, Great pool scene, pet owners, tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An Amazing Honeymoon
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Other
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Extremely Helpful and Willing to Please

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4 of 5 stars
Bad Homburg
2 Aug 2006 | Trip type: Solo travel
4
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Just stayed for five days at Casa Branca and had a great time. The staff is extremely helpful and very much wants to please. Coming from the states, I noticed a lot of things they could improve, but overall I enjoyed my stay. The bartender in the hotel bar was extremely nice and did everything he possibly could to make sure my stay was great. He even made me his speciality drink "Sunshine" one day while I was lounging by the pool and did not know what I wanted to drink. The 10 year Port is wonderful. Since everything is affordable, tip well and you will receive top of the line treatment.

Kim

  • Liked — Staff
  • Disliked — Too far from the main city
  • Any tips/secrets for future travellers? — Tip well and you will receive first class treatment
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay July 2006
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Travelled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since 02 August 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young Singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, pet owners
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Spa
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great hotel - poor location

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3 of 5 stars
manchester
29 Mar 2006
13
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Just returned from a weekend break in March.
Hotel says 5kils from centre in parkland - dont believe it. 40mins on bus - 20 in taxi (good value at 10euros) Location not in parkland, it is on the sea
front but in urban sprawl, not a bar cafe etc in site.
Plus side hotel staff, rooms food very good .
Great indoor pool.
Location lets it down.

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Address: Rua da Belgica 86 | Praia de Lavadores, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-044, Portugal