Palacio Dos Melos

This is an old hotel in the historic district. Its reasonably comfortable +- our room was spacious. Bathrooms have adequate lay down space for toiletries. Extensive breakfast. But it has a few flaws. The bed in our room was very low to the floor and the mattress felt thin. And the room had clearly held s king size bed that had been switched out for a queen - the side tables were very far away from the bed. Ventilation and lighting were a problem in the bath, and the shower had no grab bars and was a Jacuzzi tub with one of those swinging glass doors to prevent splatter - which I consider to be unsafe. And the shower and toilet were in a separate room from the lavatory with no towel racks in the lavatory area.

This is a beautiful historic hotel in a great location. The hotel is in the heart of the historic town, which makes it an ideal location. The hotel seems to have been recently renovated. Our room was very spacious with attractive new furnishings, a large bathroom and a lovely view from our window. The breakfast was also abundant and delicious. The staff were also considerate and caring.

I paid $80/night for two nights, including breakfast. Credit cards accepted. Huge room with high ceilings and all the space you need. Huge bathroom with good shower pressure and endless hot water. Bed was fine. No noise from other rooms or the street. Excellent location close to the cathedral, the Grao Vasco museum, and the Church of Misericordia. Breakfast buffet was perfectly adequate. Wifi. Aircon. Minifridge. Staff efficient and professional. For eighty bucks a night, you can't do better in Portugal...