Description
Location
This ski hotel is set in a mountain village, which lies in the heart of the Serra da Estrela, harmoniously nestled within the urban setting of Penhas da Saúde. At an altitude of 1500 m, the village consists of the hotel and the mountain chalets and is just 10 minutes from the Vodafone Ski Resort. Slightly below the mountain village, the Varanda dos Carqueijais hotel sits overlooking Cova da Beira. Guests are invited to discover this group of hotel resorts, which have been built to meet standards of excellence to match the altitudes of the highest mountain in Portugal. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 300 km away and Portela Airport is some 320 km from the accommodation.
Facilities
The hotel has a lift and features 79 rooms and 3 suites. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a microwave. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its indoor and outdoor pools and pleasantly heated water. Children can enjoy a special swimming area just for them. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The hotel offers an extensive outdoor sports programme, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, fishing and horse riding. Water sports enthusiasts are offered canoeing. The hotel's location is particularly ideal for skiers. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and billiards. A spa, a sauna and massage treatments are available in the wellness area. Children are well looked after in the kids' club. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971
Meals
A dining room, a breakfast room and a bar are available to guests. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
Features
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning*
Airport Shuttle ($)
Amenities
Archery ($)
Babysitting / Children Playground
Bar / Pub ($)
Bathroom
Bike Rental ($)
Billiard ($)
Buffet breakfast created by celebrity chef Jean Georges Vongerichten
Business Centre ($)
Cot
Currency Exchange Service
Cycling ($)
Darts
Desktop
Direct Dial Telephone ($)
Disabled Facilities (Some Rooms)
Dryer
Elevator
Fax / Photocopying ($)
Fishing ($)
Games Room ($)
Horse Riding ($)
Laundry ($)
Living room
Magnifying Mirror
Mini Bar ($)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Nordic Quilts
Nordic Walking
Park
Restaurant ($)
Room Service ($)
Satellite TV
Security Safe ($)
Shower
Ski School ($)
Smoking Area
Soundproof Rooms
Lounge with TV
Tennis ($)
Wake Up Calls
Wi-Fi ($)View more
Address: Estrada Nacional 339, Penhas da Saude, 6200-073 Aldeia da Serra, Covilha, Portugal
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