"Great staff - property needs a little need of tlc - around pool area - decking a bit tired overall great stay , great food , and great staff - great place to relax and unwind"
"Great staff - property needs a little need of tlc - around pool area - decking a bit tired overall great stay , great food , and great staff - great place to relax and unwind"
"Just left from an amazing stay as Casa Penhas. An absolute treasure away from the city with majestic views of the mountains. We went on a guided hike, used their heated indoor pool and had a couple massage - all extremely well done and with the utmost customer service.
Food was also delicious and plenty. They served an abundant buffet breakfast, snacks after our hike, and a top-notch dinner.
If you’re looking for rest and relaxation with amazing views, this hotel is for you."
"Just left from an amazing stay as Casa Penhas. An absolute treasure away from the city with majestic views of the mountains. We went on a guided hike, used their heated indoor pool and had a couple massage - all extremely well done and with the utmost customer service.
Food was also delicious and plenty. They served an abundant buffet breakfast, snacks after our hike, and a top-notch dinner.
If you’re looking for rest and relaxation with amazing views, this hotel is for you."
"Das Hotel befindet sich in traumhafter Lage mitten in den Bergen an einer Paßstrasse.
Das Personal ist gemischt von sehr zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit bis hin zu eher widerwillig. Sehr gute Verständigung in englischer Sprache möglich.
Man kann das Hotel durchaus empfehlen, man darf aber nicht die höchsten Ansprüche haben.
Preis/Leistung stehen aber in einem angemessenen Verhältnis."
"Das Hotel befindet sich in traumhafter Lage mitten in den Bergen an einer Paßstrasse.
Das Personal ist gemischt von sehr zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit bis hin zu eher widerwillig. Sehr gute Verständigung in englischer Sprache möglich.
Man kann das Hotel durchaus empfehlen, man darf aber nicht die höchsten Ansprüche haben.
Preis/Leistung stehen aber in einem angemessenen Verhältnis."
"The property has stunning views and spacious rooms but lack little things like tissue or a waste basket. Our room wasn’t as clean as I expected with random hair in the bathroom.
The bathroom had glass walls which is ok but a door for toilet privacy would be appreciated. The shower floor wasn’t tile but linoleum that gave way as you stepped on in.
There is a restaurant and bar. Food was tasty. Did not use the pool or spa. "
"The property has stunning views and spacious rooms but lack little things like tissue or a waste basket. Our room wasn’t as clean as I expected with random hair in the bathroom.
The bathroom had glass walls which is ok but a door for toilet privacy would be appreciated. The shower floor wasn’t tile but linoleum that gave way as you stepped on in.
There is a restaurant and bar. Food was tasty. Did not use the pool or spa. "
"Breakfast was great, with many choices. The views from the pool were spectacular. The front desk was extremely helpful but some of the other staff could be a bit warmer and smile."
"Breakfast was great, with many choices. The views from the pool were spectacular. The front desk was extremely helpful but some of the other staff could be a bit warmer and smile."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
This was the second time we stayed at Hotel Cotto do Gatto. It is truly a pet-friendly hotel where dogs are allowed in the breakfast area, restaurant, and pool area. My dog enjoyed sniffing around and making new dog friends. I especially loved the pool and good water pressure in the shower. The staff members were also very lovely and friendly.
This was the second time we stayed at Hotel Cotto do Gatto. It is truly a pet-friendly hotel where dogs are allowed in the breakfast area, restaurant, and pool area. My dog enjoyed sniffing around and making new dog friends. I especially loved the pool and good water pressure in the shower. The staff members were also very lovely and friendly.
The view and location of this hotel is beyond imagination — everything is beautiful. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Most importantly, the staff is lovely and so so friendly. We have been here before and we will definitely come back again.
The view and location of this hotel is beyond imagination — everything is beautiful. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Most importantly, the staff is lovely and so so friendly. We have been here before and we will definitely come back again.
A truly delightful experience that far exceeded my expectations, from the service and the people to the quality of the hotel. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at, and definitely somewhere I will come back to for a longer stay.
A truly delightful experience that far exceeded my expectations, from the service and the people to the quality of the hotel. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at, and definitely somewhere I will come back to for a longer stay.
Hugo
Reviewed September 3, 2026Reviewed September 3, 2026
This is a great hotel. A conversion of a former convent which has been really well done. My only reservation was that I did not feel the dining experience was '5 star'. The food was fine, but not excellent, although this in no way spoiled our stay. The staff were lovely and could not be more helpful. A very interesting part of Portugal and a great place to stay.
This is a great hotel. A conversion of a former convent which has been really well done. My only reservation was that I did not feel the dining experience was '5 star'. The food was fine, but not excellent, although this in no way spoiled our stay. The staff were lovely and could not be more helpful. A very interesting part of Portugal and a great place to stay.
Such a beautiful hotel - incredible views, service and design. Manteigas the local town was also lovely for an afternoon mooch. The meal in the restaurant at night was excellent as was the breakfast. We stayed in one of the panorama rooms - highly recommended for the immersion in nature feel! The beds were very comfy - we loved it!
Such a beautiful hotel - incredible views, service and design. Manteigas the local town was also lovely for an afternoon mooch. The meal in the restaurant at night was excellent as was the breakfast. We stayed in one of the panorama rooms - highly recommended for the immersion in nature feel! The beds were very comfy - we loved it!
Lovely family suite, spotlessly clean. Communal kitchen with snacks and drinks on an honesty basis. Buffet breakfast included in price. Perfect central location. Host fantastically friendly and helpful, allowed to leave luggage while exploring. Brilliant value.
Lovely family suite, spotlessly clean. Communal kitchen with snacks and drinks on an honesty basis. Buffet breakfast included in price. Perfect central location. Host fantastically friendly and helpful, allowed to leave luggage while exploring. Brilliant value.
Fabulous hotel - almost Belmond but not quite.
Rooms are excellent (must comfortable beds with down pillows). Breakfast is superb. Pool service a bit sporadic but overall the staff were wonderful.
Fabulous hotel - almost Belmond but not quite.
Rooms are excellent (must comfortable beds with down pillows). Breakfast is superb. Pool service a bit sporadic but overall the staff were wonderful.
What an amazing place, with a magnificent view. Friendly and welcoming personnel. Breakfast was very good and served in the room - bread still warm.
This is highly recommended.
What an amazing place, with a magnificent view. Friendly and welcoming personnel. Breakfast was very good and served in the room - bread still warm.
This is highly recommended.