Vouga Cycling Path, Portugal hotel rooms at the Independent

"Great staff. Excellent clean room. Great patio with great lake viewgreat "

"I only stayed a night in the hotel . Staff was exceptional . Food from restaurant was delicious both dinner and breakfast ( has fruit, yogurt, toast , etc a lot for €10 euros was def worth it . I didn’t use the spa because it’s outside of main building and it’s €15 euros. I love the location , it’s right in the center and 10 min walk from Christmas wonderland . It was amazing. Agueda is small town but their decorations are breathtaking def worth it. Transportation : they got a small train station , bolt worked on my arrival but to leave Agueda to train didn’t work so ask staff for taxi , and finally be aware : Agueda doesn’t have trains to Aveiro often so buy ticket ahead time. If you take bolt from hotel to Aveiro station is about €20. I would def come back again :)"

"Excellent hotel in a fabulous location! Try the restaurant Pur nearby and walk to the beach and lighthouse! Gorgeous sunsets there!!"

"Ótimo como sempre praticamente em tudo, mas já passou da hora de modernizar as casas de banho."

"Nice hotel. Very comfortable bed and room and great customer service. Would recommend staying here. Enjoyed the piano bar and proximity to everything."

"Clean and spaciuos room. Great location. Good breakfast. Great staff "

"Absolutely stunning, historic property. Exceeds expectation. If you like Four Seasons, this far outshines. Property, accommodations, staff, and location are outstanding. We stayed in beautiful hotels in Portugal--this one is far/away the finest. Location is in the center of the historic, beautiful, charming village, which cannot be missed for meals, strolling, photos, etc. Highly recommend making the trip to the Arouca Geo Park for the Paiva Walkways and the suspension pedestrian bridge--experience of a lifetime!"

"I always stay at this place, the best in the area."

"The hotel was just stunning! Like stepping into a Fitzgerald novel. The staff was so helpful, kind and friendly. Made great recommendations and helped booked reservations. I had an emergency and had to leave early but will definitely go back. Loved the old hotel and the lovely staff!"