Novotel Porto Gaia

Just got back from a few days break in Portugal. We wanted to stay near Porto but also in a quiet area, and this hotel was a very good choice. It's super close to the airport (13 minutes by car) the room was spotless and we found the bed very comfortable. The breakfast was of good quality and well presented, loads of fresh fruit too, and so was the evening buffet, plenty of choice and good value for money. The staff was so helpful, polite and professional, specially the lovely Erica, always so attentive and friendly. Don Pedro, the general manager, was equally attentive and made us feel at home. The hotel location is a little odd, however, only a short walk from the charming villa of Afurada where there were many places to eat, lovely little place by the sea! There's a big supermarket and shopping centre about 10 minutes walk. Taxi to the center of Porto was about 10 minutes and around 7 euros, so even without a car we didn't feel stuck. The pool area and gardens are very well maintained, and my daughter loved the children's park near the pool; it was also quiet and always found a sun lounge. We loved every minute of our stay and we will return for sure.

Maria