1. Castelo Hotel
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 168 reviews)
- Price: £65, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Everything was great but walls are thin if you are a light sleeper, I would definitely stay again! , by Luz
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2. Hotel Casino Chaves
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 410 reviews)
- Price: £78, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: No issue with parking and in a great location, by Kathleen
3. Ibis Styles Chaves
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 147 reviews)
- Price: £53, includes taxes & fees, 14 Dec - 15 Dec
- Review: This hotel is in a great location. The staff is super friendly. The breakfast buffet is a plus!, by Jennifer
4. Olive Nature - Hotel & SPA
- Location: Valpacos
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 33 reviews)
- Price: £100, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
- Review: Very nice stay. Thank vou. , by Alyssa
5. Aquae Flaviae - Premium Chaves
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 136 reviews)
- Price: £54, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
- Review: It’s perfect location , by Ralph
6. Hotel 4 Estações
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 7.8/10 (Good, 134 reviews)
- Price: £46, includes taxes & fees, 24 Nov - 25 Nov
- Review: Lovely room and nice friendly helpful staff we will definitely be back., by Peter
7. Casas Novas Countryside Hotel Spa & Events
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 107 reviews)
- Price: £63, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
- Review: N/A, by Jose
8. Casa Guardião
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 39 reviews)
- Price: £45, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Lovely property, great location , by Alyssa
9. Quinta da Mata
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 11 reviews)
- Price: £73, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
- Review: If you like “off the beaten track” and characterful you’ll like Quinta da Mata, Luis and his team made us feel like family., by Nigel
10. Vinhais Hotel
- Location: Vinhais
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 68 reviews)
- Price: £43, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Basic rooms, great staff and good free parking, by Graham
11. Refúgio da Garça
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 7 reviews)
- Price: £142, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov
- Review: Great stay! Looking forward to next time, by Marissa
12. Vidago Palace
- Location: Chaves
- Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 147 reviews)
- Price: £188, includes taxes & fees, 30 Nov - 1 Dec
- Review: For someone who wants the experience of a full five star hotel luxury amenities and service — Vidago Palace is your choice. Starting with the greeting at the royal entrance of the palace and exceptional reception service and ending with the spa treatments everything makes you feel like royalty😂 Not to mention their excellent breakfast and a Michelin star dinner we had for a special occasion. And of course a magic park surrounding the palace., by irene
13. Casa da Edrosa
- Location: Vinhais
- Price: £88, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov
14. Casa de são Cristóvão
- Location: Boticas
- Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 2 reviews)
- Price: £47, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Muito limpo e tudo bem pensado. A repetir. Ótima localização na cidade., by César
15. Parador De Verin
- Location: Monterrei
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 31 reviews)
- Price: £66, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Excellent food, spacious room, and good service. I would stay again., by Alicia
16. Boticas Hotel Art & Spa
- Location: Boticas
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 170 reviews)
- Price: £61, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
- Review: Best hotel ever!, by Manuel
17. Hotel Villa de Verin
- Location: Verín
- Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 62 reviews)
- Price: £50, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov
- Review: was very goog all the things!, by Adalberto
18. A Morada do Cigarron
- Location: Verín
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 87 reviews)
- Price: £31, includes taxes & fees, 16 Dec - 17 Dec
- Review: staff is very nice, by Amr
19. Hotel Restaurante Bayona
- Location: Rios
- Guest rating: 7.4/10 (Good, 11 reviews)
- Price: £40, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec
- Review: Habitación básico suficiente para una noche, la comida en su restaurante fenomenal lo recomiendo. , by Pamela
20. BHB Boutique House
- Location: Macedo de Cavaleiros
- Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 6 reviews)
- Price: £95, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov
- Review: Great for a one night stop over, by Damaris del Carmen
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Top Santa Valha Hotel Reviews
Castelo Hotel
- Address: Rua da Muralha, Chaves, 5400-414, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 4/5
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (168 reviews)
- Review: I stayed in the hotel for a period of 3 weeks and had an extremely pleasant stay. The service was really good and personal, The room and bathroom very comfortable. it is well located, you can easily walk everywhere, it has a terrace that is very enjoyable for a late night drink. the jacuzzi is very nice after a long day. If you are passing by Chaves this is definetely the place to stay., by denis, 11 June 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent
Hotel Casino Chaves
- Address: Lugar do Extremo - Vale de Anta, Chaves, 5400-001, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 4/5
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (410 reviews)
- Review: No issue with parking and in a great location, by Kathleen, 27 April 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Vidago Palace
- Address: Parque De Vidago, Chaves, 5425-307, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 5/5
- Guest rating: 9.8/10 (147 reviews)
- Review: 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., by Hugo, 3 September 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Aquae Flaviae - Premium Chaves
- Address: Praca do Brasil, Chaves, 5400-123, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 4/5
- Guest rating: 9/10 (136 reviews)
- Review: Lovely clean spacious room with all the facilities we required. We did use the pool while at the hotel and thought it was excellent with plenty of sun loungers. We had breakfast at the hotel and the food was tasty and plenty of choice. We didn’t have an evening meal so can’t comment on main meals. Overall excellent value hotel and I would have no hesitation in booking again if I’m ever in Chaves., by Colin, 12 June 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Ibis Styles Chaves
- Address: Rua 25 Abril, Chaves, Vila Real, 5400-001, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (147 reviews)
- Review: Great., by David, 10 September 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Casas Novas Countryside Hotel Spa & Events
- Address: Rua Visconde do Rosário, no. 1, Chaves, 5400-727, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 4/5
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (107 reviews)
- Review: Excellent hotel in good location for us., by Elizabeth, 14 September 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Casa Guardião
- Address: R. Cândido Sotto Mayor 109, Chaves, Vila Real, 5400-334, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 9.2/10 (39 reviews)
- Review: Perfect, by Ariana, 16 January 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Quinta da Mata
- Address: Estrada De Valpaços, Chaves, 5400-560, PT
- Location: Chaves
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (11 reviews)
- Review: If you like “off the beaten track” and characterful you’ll like Quinta da Mata, Luis and his team made us feel like family., by Nigel, 28 April 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
Vinhais Hotel
- Address: Rua dos Frades S/N, Vinhais, Bragança, 5320-331, PT
- Location: Vinhais
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 9/10 (68 reviews)
- Review: What a find! The reviews said that some rooms were a bit tired and the food is good with generous portions. So I thought I’d take a chance. It was good value especially compared to accommodation in Spain, where I had just been. The room was excellent - one of the largest rooms that I’ve stayed in. Food really was superb - really well cooked and generous portions. I was able to park my motorbike in a locked compound which has also has a security camera. The spa had Turkish and Swedish saunas, a..., by Colin, 4 March 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Parador De Verin
- Address: Subida Al Castillo De Monterrei, Monterrei, Ourense, 32600, ES
- Location: Monterrei
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 9/10 (31 reviews)
- Review: Check in was easy staff really friendly. Our room was lovely with a beautiful view of the garden. Great parking. Stunning location and views. Definitely worth a visit loved the location and easy walk to the old Parador that is being restored., by Pauline, 13 May 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent
A Morada do Cigarron
- Address: Calle Viriato 1, 32600 Verín, Spain, Verín, Ourense, 32600, ES
- Location: Verín
- Star rating: 1/5
- Guest rating: 9/10 (87 reviews)
- Review: Excellent value, unfortunately we did not speak much of the language but the staff were great. Great for a nice stopover there are shops, cafes restaurants within 200 meters., by Keith, 30 June 2025, rated 8/10 Good
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best area to stay in Santa Valha?
The best area to stay in Santa Valha is within the village centre itself, particularly around the Largo do Adro and the main streets leading off it.
This area is the heart of Santa Valha, offering a traditional Portuguese village experience. You'll find the main church, local cafes, and small shops here, all within a short stroll of each other. The layout is compact and walkable, allowing you to easily explore on foot.
For couples seeking a quiet retreat, staying in the village centre provides easy access to local life and the peaceful surroundings of the Valha River. You can enjoy leisurely walks along the riverbanks or simply relax at a local cafe and observe the daily rhythm of the village.
Families will also appreciate the village centre for its convenience and the opportunity for children to experience a genuine rural setting.
When is the best time to go to Santa Valha?
The best time to go to Santa Valha is during spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October).
These months offer pleasant weather, with comfortable temperatures that are ideal for exploring the natural beauty and historic sites of the region without the intense heat of summer. You'll find the countryside lush and green in spring, and the autumn brings beautiful colours to the vineyards.
For those who enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or cycling, spring and early autumn provide the superb conditions. The trails around Santa Valha are particularly enjoyable when the weather is mild, allowing for extended exploration of the Alto Douro Wine Region's landscapes.
Travellers interested in local culture and gastronomy will also appreciate these periods.
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How much is the nightly rate at a Santa Valha hotel?
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