HNBE2, Aveiro, Portugal
Right on the water beside the main canal in Aveiro, this elegant, classical hotel with its modernist exterior is a fine example of the Art Nouveau architecture which is the trademark of the city of Aveiro.
The hotel's interior is charming, with a perfect balance of old and new, creating a very relaxing atmosphere. The emphasis here is very much on outstanding personal service with great care being taken over every detail.
Here you're in the very best spot of all, at the heart of the historic old town overlooking the main canal where the colourful, gondola-like 'Moliceiros' come and go. An essential part of any visit to Aveiro these boats offer the best way to discover the city's charming canals and waterways - straight from the hotel door!
The lively Mercado do Peixe, with plenty of fine eateries, is just a short walk away as is the Museum of Art Nouveau and all the wonderfully exotic architecture. The nearest beach, Playa de Barra, is ten minutes away by car or local bus and there are plenty more wild, Atlantic beaches within a short drive.
49 bedrooms of which there are 3 suites (with private terrace), 3 superior and 9 deluxe rooms (each with a special theme).All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, telephone, free wi-fi, LCD satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer and tea and coffee service
Fantastic canal-side location Bicycles "Bike Moliceiro" - 1st hour free Late check-out as standard - 1pm Piano bar with live pianist Friday and Saturday Room - Service (from 08h00 to 24h00) Pillow Menu & bathrobes - on request
Buffet breakfast served in the hotel from 07.30 to 11.00Light snacks and drinks in the piano barA welcome drink and tea & coffee service in the room are included.Plenty of places to eat nearby.
An important university city and the second largest in Portugal’s Centro region, after Coimbra, Aveiro has a life of its own yet the historic centre is really quite small and easy to get along with. Once an important port, the city fell into decline due to the silting up of the river mouth but was given a new lease of life in the early 1800s by the opening of the canal system, which nowadays contribute much of the unique charm of this city earning it the nickname ‘the Venice of Portugal’. Further charms were added during the late 19th and early 20th century with the boom in Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture which line the canals and the square of the old town. No visit to Aveiro would be complete without a ride in a ‘Moliceiro’. These colourful, gondola-like boats, originally used for seaweed harvesting, are the best way to discover the canals, outer waterways and salt pans. Right on the Atlantic coast Aveiro of course offers all the attractions of a traditional seaside holiday. The surfy beaches of Barra, Costa Nova do Prado, and Gafanha da Nazaré start just 10 minutes’ drive away. You can sail or kayak in the safe waters of the estuary and you have plenty of options to enjoy the local fish and seafood – particularly around the Mercado do Peixe right in the old town.
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