This Boutique Hotel is a truly magical place with all the grandeur, opulence and majesty of small palace. Given the opportunity, use the stairs on at least one occasion to see the 18th century staircase with hand-painted walls and hand-carved stair banisters. The hotel has clearly gone to great lengths to retain many of the original features from ceiling moldings to the magnificent painting adorning the walls. From the moment we entered the foyer, we were treated with the warmest welcome and shown to our rooms. The personnel were the standout feature of this hotel, always smiling and gracious, willingly happy to oblige to every request. The hotel offers an “Honesty Bar” and breakfast room on the top floor with a large balcony overlooking the canal and the main street junctions. Our room (Joao Evangelista de Lima Vedal) was luxurious and very spacious with an extensive balcony featuring a jacuzzi on one side. A magnificent super-king-sized bed with rich cotton bedding, ample closet space and plenty of room for our cases. The bathroom was sumptuous with a large walk-in rain shower and double sinks. Having travelled much of the world, the 1877 Estrela Palace is probably one of the best stays we have experienced, and I would highly recommend a stay at the 1877 Estrela Palace.

There is absolutely nothing to criticise with this property. I am generally fussy and well travelled, and I can truly recommend the 1877 Estrela Palace for that unique and memorable experience.

Wow!!!! Honestly the most magnificent hotel I’ve stayed in recently. Our room had two bathrooms (love) and was beyond majestic (chandelier in the bathroom magnificent). The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was perfectly accommodating. We left our balcony door open and the chatter and laughter from the street was truly wonderful. The city was magical and the ambiance was beyond my expectation.

Hard to find ice in the hotel’s (magical) honesty bar. We had to call the night shift attendant on duty - But she delivered quickly and with a smile!

This is a small boutique hotel with only 8 rooms however with full service 24/7. The property opened in 2022 after the carefull restoration of a city palace. The decoration is beautiful and the owners clearly spend a fortune on it, which shows from the attention to detail. We had a very spacious room, good beds, wonderful shower and as it is an old mansion, there are many beautiful details in the room like the shutters for the windows. Also beautiful city views and very bright. The breakfast is served on the rooftop wit the option to sit outside at the rooftop terrace. Very nice. Also very good breakfast offer. We asked the very friendly staff to make restaurant reservations for 2 nights and they recommended the better restaurants in Alveiro. We would surely recommend to stay here and it us worth the price.

There was nothing we did not like. Maybe 2 suggestions about the room; the safe is very small ( a laptop or iPad does not fit in ) and it is not attached to anything, so theoretically someone could just pick up the safe under its arm ?! And I would suggest to move to dispencers for the bathroom amenities to avoid single use plastics

Rooms were very nice, lavish and comfortable, particularly the superior suite with a balcony. It was very well sized and had all the amenities one could need. The hot tub in particular was a nice touch. The staff were lovely and very attentive, making sure we felt welcomed straight away upon arrival and offered services in booking local attractions as well as giving directions and advice on local restaurants. The location was very good and probably the most central in the city.

Junior suite was quite small though compared to the superior and didn’t have much storage or hanging space for clothing.

We loved the property and the location! Love the history of the building! The bed was very comfortable. The service was amazing! The breakfast in the morning was superb! It was on the third floor, which was also available throughout the day for drinks or snacks and you could sit inside or on the balcony. Loved that we had access to our garage. It was across the street in a short walk, but necessary if you have a car!

The room was beautiful! This is our third time staying at this property and as always, the staff is so friendly and professional. You get such personal attention here. We enjoyed the bar terrace and the views of the canal. The staff booked a boat tour for us, as it had rained on our last 2 trips to Aveiro and this time it was sunny and warm. Parking across the street at the shopping mall is convenient as well.

What can I say? This place was in the perfect location, offered excellent views (from our room and the top floor salon) and the staff was efficient and very friendly! We were able to store our bags before check-in and after checking out. Our breakfasts were very nice and they even had sem gluten bread and muffins for me! We would not stay anywhere else if we return to Aviero!

The location was perfect, right on the canal with a view of the gondolas. We hotel is an old restored house, in which they have preserved the history of the place, but modernized it when appropriate. The room was beautiful with ceiling details and big windows. The bathroom was modern and functional. The staff was very helpful and the breakfast was good. We loved the top floor bar and terrace.

We did not know in advance that parking was across the street in the Forum shopping center parking garage. It was free, though, with a card they gave us.

Beautiful newly renovated building made into an 8 room boutique hotel with lush accommodations and a homey feel in the heart of Aveiro. We only stayed 1 night but wished it was longer. The staff was amazing, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was included and even had a mimosa option which was a delight. The dining room with the attached balcony was beautiful. We rented 2 rooms which were different in size, decor and furnishings. The larger room with the balcony was nice in size with plenty of counter tops in the bathroom and a sofa for relaxing. The smaller room with the canal view was beautiful in decor, the view and comfort but had no bathroom counter space which made it somewhat tricky to use comfortably. However, with only staying one night was not a huge problem and would stay again. Parking was included and is located across the street. You need to get the parking card prior to parking then need to return the card upon exit. Location couldn't be better and would highly recommend.

Other than the one bathroom lacking in counter space all was great and would stay again.

Everything was fabulous start to finish!! This was by far the most unique, beautiful and historical hotel we have or will ever stay in. The attention to detail that went into each room was like nothing we have ever seen. I can’t say enough about the charming staff, they could not have been more helpful and truly delightful - especially Barbara - thank you! So, if you are ever in Aveiro you absolutely need to stay at this exceptional palace! It is an event onto itself!!!

Nothing - It was perfect!!