Beira Interior Norte, Guarda District hotel rooms at the Independent

"The breakfast was tasty. The space is open and well lit. The food was fresh and continually replenished. There was assistance if you needed it. They kept everything very clean. I love the spa treatments. I got a scrub and a massage excellent. Highly recommend the spa. The staff was very nice and helpful. My Portuguese is not that great. They were able to help me with English. The room is clean, felt airy, and fresh. I had a view of the valley. It was very nice. Parking was easy."

"Chambre très propre avec lit confortable. Déjeuner gratuit de très bonnes qualités. Personnel accueillant. Stationnement gratuit sur place."

"Great location, clean, classy, the view from the pool area is exceptional. Breakfast was great, the staff was very helpful. Safe, locked garage for parking. You will not regret staying here!"

"Our stay was nice but this is not a 5 star hotel any longer. It is in need of some updating and better explanation of available amenities upon check in."

"Everything was great, but the hour-long massages cost too much. Breakfast was outstanding. Front desk was very helpful. Rooms were compfy."

"The property is located in the beautiful valley on top of the mountain. The drive up to the check in was a small , narrow , cobblestone driveway. Once arrived we quickly checked in and were escorted to show us where to park the car and where the breakfast location was. Luckily we were located on the 5 th floor terrace so we only had to take the suitcases down to terrace 5 from terrace 7 where we parked. The room was a perfect size with a beautiful view of the grape vine mountainside and the river. There was a fridge and big walk in shower. The breakfast was spectacular with fresh squeezed orange juice and a chef to make omelets or over easy eggs ! They had 2 places to get food but unfortunately when we checked in on night one there was no availability until 9 pm at main restaurant . The next night we had reservations at 8:30 pm and that was the earliest! Edjardo who checked us in recommended a restaurant downtown and helped us get a taxi there and a return taxi , which cost $100 euros! So when you book a room , make dinner reservations at the main dining for a spectacular view and great menu variety. There are a lot of stairs so check to see if someone can help with suitcases to get to your room. Also when you book, ask if someone can take u to their main dining restaurant yet or you will have to drive ,or walk up and down the cobblestone driveway. There are some lights ,"

"Excellent stay, wonderful staff."

"Awesome place"

"The property is breathtaking. The views, walking paths, history- everything is beautiful and peaceful. Although room was small, we didn’t spend much time inside- so many things to enjoy outside. We had garden view rooms and it had a very beautiful porch with roses. The whole property is very well maintained, and not touristy at all. Peace and quality everywhere .Dinner was lovely."