In Nov 2023, Our drive from Sintra to Porto took us through Casas típicas de Costa Nova. Nice country drive, instead of a highway full of trucks. We had a delicious lunch in Dori restaurant in Costa Nova, took pictures of the colorful houses, then we continued our trip. We spent one night at hotel Farol. We chose this hotel instead of the commercial touristy area of Aveiro. Our room was spacious on the second floor. Had a big terrace (table and chairs) and a great view of the Farol de Aveiro lighthouse. We watched ships coming and going at the entrance of the river while drinking a glass of wine. Breakfast was plentiful and staff was friendly. We parked in front of the hotel. Free wifi was excelent Hotel Farol exceded our expectation.

Perfect place when visiting Aveiro! The bed was so comfortable, the shower was spacious, and the balcony had a beautiful view of the lighthouse. We loved this place so much that we didn't want to leave. Breakfast was excellent. There is also a cafe right by the corner of the hotel. Space was so clean and exactly what we needed. Highly recommend!

The room was large and comfortable (we stayed in one of the larger rooms up top) and we loved the little balcony. We had great views of the town square, the lighthouse and the sea! Breakfast was hearty and good and there were plenty of options. Staff was great, super helpful and polite!

There was nothing not to like. We loved our stay. Perhaps a bigger bathtub?

Great location, right next to the beach with lots of fabulous restaurants nearby, amazing breakfast, friendly, helpful staff, comfortable bed, everything spotless.

Nothing!

The hotel is in a great location for all restaurants. There is a bus that takes you directly to Aveiro, and the beach is a short walk away. The staff at the reception were exceptionally friendly and helpful.

It would be great to have tea or coffee making facilities in the room.

Everything is about expectations. For a 3 or 2 star hotel what they are offer is excellent. The breakfast is very good and the room confortable and large. The location is wonderful right near the sea and at the end of ria de aveiro.

If I may say something just the toilet is a bit old, but this is a very minor aspect.

The location was perfect. And the room was nicely appointed and larger than most rooms in Portugal. The staff was very helpful in orienting us to both the beach and the city of Aveiro especially Renauta. Breakfast was very good with fresh food anytime something ran out.

Proximity to the lighthouse plaza and the ocean + long boardwalk linking several beaches. Large, delicious breakfast. Above all, friendly and helpful staff.

Nothing to complain about.

My well furnished room with balcony facing the sea and the lovely lighthouse square. Excellent breakfast with a lot of choices. And, as always, the wonderful staff. My second time here, and I know I’ll be back.

Extremely friendly and helpful staff, great locations near beaches. It was off season so a lot was closed in the area so time was better spent in the old town area.