Melia Ria Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4

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You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a hot stone massage and a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. In addition to car hire on-site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is £124
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Melia Individual Room

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through the window.

Premium Room (Ria Views)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Melia Room (2+1)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Melia Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 4

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  • Sleeps 4

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  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Located in Aveiro, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Costa Nova Beach and São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve, while Museu de Aveiro and Ecomuseu Marinha da Troncalhada are cultural highlights. Friendship Ties Bridge and Ílhavo Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Aveiro travel guide
Map
Cais da Fonte Nova, Lote 5, Aveiro, 3810-200

What's nearby

  • An ornate religious interior with a central crucifix, golden decorations, and detailed sculptures.
    Museu de Aveiro
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic church with a bell tower and a covered walkway.
    Aveiro Cathedral
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A plaza with a statue, historic buildings, and cobblestone pavement.
    Praca da Republica
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Friendship Ties Bridge
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Aveiro Salt Pans
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Aveiro Station
    11 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zig-Zag
    7 min walk
  • Ritual Café
    8 min walk
  • Dolce Pizzeria Ristorante
    10 min walk
  • Tasca do Amarelinho
    8 min walk
  • Ryokō
    9 min walk

About this property

Melia Ria Hotel & Spa

  • Upscale hotel by the river
  • Consider a stay at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa and take advantage of a terrace, shopping on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a hot stone massage or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as car hire on-site and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An indoor pool
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • Meeting rooms, a front desk safe and concierge services
    • A banquet hall, massage treatment rooms and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 128 rooms have comforts such as wet bars and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and bidets
    • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 20 kg per pet)

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Facilities fee: EUR 15 per person, per day and includes use of: spa; swimming pool; fitness facilities

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 700
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa on 27 Sept 2026 start from £124, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Melia Ria Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet. There's a deposit of EUR 100 per stay and a fee of EUR 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

What time is check-in at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Melia Ria Hotel & Spa located?

Located in the heart of Aveiro, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Congressional Center of Aveiro, Friendship Ties Bridge, and Aveiro Cathedral. Museu de Aveiro and Praca da Republica are also within 15 minutes. Aveiro Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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