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About the Hotel

Rua Da Belgica Nº 86, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-044
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Close to the UNESCO historical city centre
Very good
7.3
7.9
/10
2.6
4.0
/5

Located 2.1 km from Foz, the 4-star Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel Vila Nova de Gaia is merely a 5-minute walk from Lavadores. Featuring 52 rooms with views of the sea, the hotel is within 5 km of the ornate church "Clerigos Tower".

Location

The cosy hotel enjoys a waterfront location 16 minutes on foot from Rio Douro. MEO Mares Vivas is just moments from the Golden Tulip Vila Nova de Gaia, while Jorge Dias bus stop is about 300 metres away.

This accommodation is strategically located near a mountain.

For those travelling from afar, Francisco Sa Carneiro airport is 21 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The rooms at Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel have individual climate control and an iron. Some of them comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony, appointed with a sofa bed and a study desk. Along with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, they also have free Wi-Fi to keep you entertained. Providing a bidet and a Jacuzzi, some bathrooms come with bathrobes and shower caps. Looking onto the garden, the suite features kitchenette with a microwave oven, refrigerators, and kitchenware.

Eat & Drink

There is a lounge bar on site. Casa Branca is adjacent to the upscale Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel, 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

An indoor swimming pool and spa therapy can be provided at a surcharge. This upscale hotel offers a modern fitness centre as well as a health club and a spa salon for guests to enjoy their stay. Active guests will be interested in bicycle usage arranged by the smoke-free property. The Golden Tulip also provides 4 meeting rooms for those arriving on business.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the famous Livraria Lello for stunning architecture and books.
  • Explore the historic wine cellars of Sandeman for port tasting.
  • Wander through the Mercado do Bolhão for fresh local produce.
  • Take a river cruise on the Douro for fantastic views of Porto.
  • Enjoy francesinha sandwiches at Café Santiago for a local treat.
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Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Single Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Heating
Balcony
Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Superior Double Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Balcony
Standard Double Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Balcony
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Facilities

Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Nice
6.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Golden Tulip Porto Gaia Hotel Location

Rua Da Belgica Nº 86, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-044
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Rua Da Belgica Nº 86, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-044
Nearby
S.Paio Park
400 ft
Club Champagne
100 ft
Beach
Praia de Lavadores
1500 ft
Beach
Lavadores
500 ft
Foz do Douro
1900 ft
Restaurants
Bambu
1100 ft
Avenida de Beira Mar 921
Vintage Praia
1200 ft
Avenida Beira Mar 945
DALI Food house
1300 ft
Avenida da Beira-Mar 951
Brown's Cafe Bar
1500 ft
Avenida da Beira-Mar
Getting around
City Centre
Vila Nova de Gaia5 min  ·  1.9 mi
Airports
Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport (OPO)29 min  ·  11.9 mi
Vila Real (VRL)153 min  ·  63.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Golden Tulip Porto Gaia guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
55
Former name
Casa Branca Beach & Golf Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 464 verified reviews
6.8/10
Nice
61%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Comfort
7.8/10
Facilities
6.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.8/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 1288 reviews
7.3/10
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