Pousada Viana do Castelo

Located overlooking the city of Viana do Castelo and offering one of the most breathtaking views overlooking the city, the Lima River, the Atlantic Ocean and the Santa Luzia Basilica.

The luxury accommodation boasts baroque-style interiors and magnificent eighteenth century architecture dreamily back dropped by acres of perfectly manicured gardens. 

And the rooms in the Belle Epoque style are equally impressive, each one featuring its own sitting area and sweeping views across the river or manicured gardens. But, the communal areas are the main attraction here – expect high ceilings, plush furnishings and gold trimmings galore.

There's an outdoor pool and spa. Or, for guests just looking to soak up some Portuguese sun, there are loungers dotted around the pool and grounds – the perfect spot for languid afternoons under the Portuguese sun.

The restaurant serves Minho-style regional specialities such as Codfish or Pork cheeks, followed by the signature desert Torta de Viana, which are served in spring and summer on a terrace in front of the restaurant with views of the surrounding landscape of green mountains, river and ocean. There is also a traditional bar, where above hangs a tapestry by Almada Negreiros with a theme relating to the River Lima.