The delightful Estalagem Casa Melo Alvim enjoys a privileged location in the historic centre of Viana do Castelo. Originally built in 1509, this elegant property (the ancestral home of the Melo Alvim family) has been carefully remodelled, expanded and modernised to create a beautiful hotel of character, which offers accommodation of the highest standard. Guests staying at Melo Alvim should take a moment to admire the building’s fascinating architecture, which includes many original features such as the impressive Baroque balustrade staircase in the entrance hall. Attention to detail is apparent throughout this hotel, from the beautiful decoration to the excellent service provided.

Amenities/Leisure
20 non-smoking, air-conditioned bedrooms including 6 deluxe rooms and 1 junior suite and 3 suites • All rooms are individually decorated in period styles and with marble bathroom (bath and shower), hairdryer, cable TV, telephone, minibar and safe deposit box •  Standard rooms can accommodate an extra bed for a child •  Deluxe rooms can accommodate an extra bed for an adult •  The junior suite has a designated living area with a double sofa bed •  The suites have a separate bedroom and living room and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children •  1 standard room, 2 deluxe rooms and 1 suite have twin beds. All other rooms have a double bed • 3 deluxe bedrooms interconnect •  Lounge with large fireplace, card tables and internet point •  Restaurant ‘Conde do Camarido’– dinner c.40 euros per person •  Piano Bar • Several seating areas •   Courtyard garden with terrace •  Parking (payable locally c.7 euros per day) •  Lift •  The train station is located to the rear of the property (noise is not a problem as the windows are double glazed).