“Casa dos Correios - an Excellent place to stay”
We spent two nights in October, and the weather was as lovely as the Casa dos Correios. Paulo greeted us warmly upon arrival. The hotel sits right in the center, and everything is walkable. The room is very spacious, with high ceilings that we really liked. The post‑office theme shows up everywhere—from the Queen D. Maria II stamp on the wall to the shower head that looks like a phone, to the logos on pillows and towels. A highlight is the shared kitchen where you can brew coffee, tea, or make breakfast. Paulo suggested several museums and the Corgo Walkways (Passadiços do Corgo) that start just behind the Museu da Vila Velha. Our favorite was the Museu de Arqueologia e Numismática, which has a huge Roman coin collection; some coins are displayed with magnifying glasses in two showcases. The city hall (Câmara) is also worth a visit, and the friendly guard showed us around. Vila Real offers many food options, and Paulo will point you in the right direction. A very recommendable place to stay when you’re in Vila Real.
Gemme2 weeks ago