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A modern living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, a leather sofa, and a wooden cabinet.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A table set for dining with a view of a hilly landscape through a window.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

1. Belmonte Sinai Hotel

Belmonte

jo-anne

CA $132

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone staircase leading up to a stone wall with a lantern and a large terracotta pot.

A rooftop pool area with a view of the countryside.

A view from a window overlooking a terrace with outdoor seating and a scenic landscape.

A dining table with a view of the countryside.

2. Pousada Convento De Belmonte

Belmonte

Elena

CA $124

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a metal fence, and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted lamp, and a small table.

A two-story building with a white facade, balconies, and a sign indicating an entrance.

A dining area with tables set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a variety of fruits and beverages.

3. Residencial Ferrinho

Guarda

Maria

CA $87

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a sign indicating a 4-star rating.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor.

A table set for two with wine glasses, cutlery, and a napkin.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a map on the wall, and a sign for the bar and salas.

4. Hotel Lusitania

Guarda

Leandro

CA $135

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A stone pathway under a pergola with green vines, leading to a distant view of a landscape with mountains.

A lobby with plush armchairs, a patterned floor, and stone walls.

A courtyard with stone buildings, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.

A stone-walled pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a stone facade.

5. INATEL Linhares da Beira Hotel Rural

Celorico da Beira

Katherine

CA $103

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A natural landscape with a clear stream and rocky terrain.

A stone building with multiple windows and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious indoor area with a large copper distillation apparatus, a staircase, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A garden with a stone fountain, green grass, and various trees.

6. Casa Lagar Da Alagoa

Manteigas

Mijal

CA $120

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a mountain backdrop.

A cozy living room with green upholstered furniture, a television, and a fireplace.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a town with red-roofed houses and a mountain in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

7. Hotel Berne

Manteigas

John

CA $128

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hot tub on a balcony with a view of a wooden wall and distant houses.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red throw blanket, a round mirror, and a desk with a lamp.

A wicker chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned against a wall with a geometric patterned wallpaper.

A modern building with a wooden facade and a white exterior.

8. O Cantinho dos Cabrais B&B

Belmonte

AYANO

CA $108

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern house with a glass exterior, a balcony, and a view of the landscape.

A room with large windows offering a view of a green landscape and hills.

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, a view through the glass door, and a door with an exit sign.

A swimming pool with a view of a distant landscape and trees.

9. Estrela Serenity - Resort

Gouveia

Henning

CA $208

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A person sitting by a pool with a view of a cityscape and hills.

A modern bathroom with two freestanding tubs, a wooden shelf with toiletries, and a large window with a green ivy wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a wooden table, and three hanging pendant lights.

A high-ceilinged room with a wooden interior, two beds, a rocking chair, and large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

10. TheVagar

Belmonte

Sarah

CA $229

CA $243 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A stone building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of mountains.

A cozy room with stone walls, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a tropical leaf pillow, flanked by two nightstands with lamps, in a room with wooden paneling and a stone accent wall.

A room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Quinta de Leandres

Manteigas

Maximino

CA $84

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wooden wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

A compact room with a white table and chairs, a water dispenser, and a small refrigerator.

A modern waiting area with a grey sofa, white chairs, a small table, and a mural of a church.

12. Misericordia Rooms

Guarda

Rob

CA $82

CA $87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A stone patio with a fire pit, seating, and a stone wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A room with a large window, a chair, and a bed.

13. TerraSense Mountain Charm Retreat & Farm

Guarda

janel

CA $170

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A yurt with a bed, a desk, and a circular skylight.

A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a porch, and a door.

A kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a sink.

A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window.

14. Vale do Rossim Ecoresort

Distrito da Guarda

Pedro Manuel

CA $87

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A neatly made bed with white sheets and multiple pillows, including a patterned one.

A cobblestone street leading to a white building with balconies, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

A hotel with a long corridor, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

A modern building with a stone pathway leading to a white entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a palm tree.

15. INATEL Manteigas

Manteigas

David

CA $106

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A window with a view of a highway and greenery.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, a bar with stools, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue accent wall, seating area with sofas and armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture.

16. Pombeira Hotel

Guarda

Mingwu

CA $133

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a large mirror, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A table set with wine glasses, plates, and cutlery, with a window in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and large windows.

A hotel with a central courtyard, surrounded by trees and a parking area.

17. Hotel Mira Serra

Celorico da Beira

Julien

CA $67

CA $71 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A view from a window with a metal railing, overlooking a hilly landscape with sparse vegetation and a dirt path.

A modern house with a stone facade and a red roof, surrounded by a vineyard and hilly terrain.

A modern building with a stone facade and a flat roof.

18. Quinta dos Sinçais

Guarda

JOÃO

CA $83

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining table with plates and cutlery, set against a backdrop of a mountainous landscape and a village.

A modern hotel with a stone facade and large windows, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, and a view of a town through a large window.

A modern building with large glass windows overlooking a mountainous landscape.

19. Hotel da Fábrica

Manteigas

Stephen

CA $207

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bookshelf.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables set for dining, wooden paneling on the ceiling, and a television mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wine display.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, columns, and a balcony.

20. Hotel Quinta dos Cedros

Celorico da Beira

Melissa

CA $117

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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Top Vela Hotel Reviews

Pousada Convento De Belmonte

10/10 Excellent

"The interior design fit the restored convent spirit."

Abrigo da Montanha Hotel Rural & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic facilities for kids and adults. Lovely apartment and incredible views. I would definitely go back."

Sport Hotel Gym + SPA

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean,modern with perfect air conditioning. There was a mini fridge where I kept yogurt and fruit. The lobby had snacks,a coffee machine with many choices and frozen meals which could be warmed up in the microwave downstairs. The included breakfast was out of this world. I will be returning and highly recommend this hotel."

Vila Galé Collection Serra da Estrela Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is beautifully situated. Great view from our room! Staff are very attentive and helpful. Restaurant à la carte meals were excellent and one evening buffet was fairly good as well. Breakfasts were great. One wish is that there would have been a 24 hour lobby coffee bar to get early morning coffee (or a machine in the room). Staff in the breakfast room were very accommodating, but only available after 8am when the restaurant opened."

Hotel Mira Serra

8/10 Good

"This was a great choice for a stop-over on our travels from the ferry in Santander to our destination, near Obidos in Western Portugal. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was clean and perfect for our stay, as well as being dog-friendly. The park opposite provided a convenient dog walking area. The evening set meal was served in the bar area, rather than the restaurant, which was fine. The food was good, and excellent value, and the house wine was delightful. In all, this was a perfect choice and we shall use this hotel on our return journeys."

Puralã - Wool Valley Hotel & SPA

10/10 Excellent

"Très bien"

Santa Eufémia Covilhã Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Tivemos uma ótima estadia! O hotel estava impecavelmente limpo, muito cheiroso e bem cuidado. O quarto era confortável e tudo estava muito organizado. Ficamos muito satisfeitos com a experiência e com certeza recomendamos. 😊"

Covilha Dona Maria Affiliated by Melia

10/10 Excellent

"Hot tub does not have hot water. It has jacuzzi tub bubbles but water diverses to pool st at ambiant temperature. Pool is big and very clear water. Rooms are spacious and very clean, beds cozy with soft bed linens. Staff very hospitable."

Casa de São Lourenço - Burel Panorama Hotel - Member of Relais & Châteaux.

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were excellent at the front desk, gave us a welcome drink and a full tour of the facilites. Restaurant staff could use some training and a better process for servicing the tables. Hotel is clean, quiet and secure. Pool area with sauna and Turkish bath is very nice."

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Residencial Parque

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CA $59

CA $63 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

includes taxes & fees

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Rua Calouste Gulbenkian, Celorico da Beira

CA $67

CA $71 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)

Quinta de Leandres

Estrada de Leandres Manteigas Guarda

CA $84

CA $100 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)

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Avenida Frei Heitor Pinto - Bloco A Covilhã

CA $112

CA $118 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Vela?

The best area to stay in Vela is the historical centre, particularly around the Praça do Município.This area is the heart of Vela, characterised by its historic stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets, and a relaxed pace of life. The Praça do Município is a central point, often featuring local markets and community events. You'll find many of Vela's traditional restaurants and small shops within easy walking distance.For couples, staying in the historical centre offers a romantic and authentic experience. You can enjoy strolls through the ancient streets, discover hidden courtyards, and dine at charming local eateries. The proximity to landmarks like the town's ancient church and the old town hall provides a real sense of history and connection to the local culture.Solo travellers will also find the historical centre a great base. Its compact nature means everything is easily accessible on foot, and it's simple to find places to eat or enjoy a coffee while observing daily life.

When is the best time to go to Vela?

The best time to go to Vela, Guarda District, is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months.During these periods, the weather is pleasantly mild, with fewer crowds than in the peak summer months. This makes it ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the region, such as the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, without the intense heat or the need to navigate large groups of tourists. The landscapes are particularly beautiful in spring with wildflowers blooming, and in autumn with the changing colours of the leaves.Couples looking for a peaceful escape will appreciate the tranquillity of Vela during these shoulder seasons. You can enjoy long walks or bike rides through the countryside, visit local vineyards, and experience the traditional Portuguese way of life at a relaxed pace. The cooler temperatures are also superb for hiking to the highest point of mainland Portugal, Torre, offering breathtaking views without the summer haze.For those who enjoy outdoor activities and cultural exploration, these months provide the optimal conditions.

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How much is the nightly rate at a Vela hotel?

Prices for hotels in Vela often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $63 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Vela hotels

1. Belmonte Sinai Hotel

2. Pousada Convento De Belmonte

3. Residencial Ferrinho

4. Hotel Lusitania

5. INATEL Linhares da Beira Hotel Rural

6. Casa Lagar Da Alagoa

7. Hotel Berne

8. O Cantinho dos Cabrais B&B

9. Estrela Serenity - Resort

10. TheVagar

11. Quinta de Leandres

12. Misericordia Rooms

13. TerraSense Mountain Charm Retreat & Farm

14. Vale do Rossim Ecoresort

15. INATEL Manteigas

16. Pombeira Hotel

17. Hotel Mira Serra

18. Quinta dos Sinçais

19. Hotel da Fábrica

20. Hotel Quinta dos Cedros

Top Vela Hotel Reviews

Pousada Convento De Belmonte

Abrigo da Montanha Hotel Rural & Spa

Sport Hotel Gym + SPA

Vila Galé Collection Serra da Estrela Hotel

Hotel Mira Serra

Puralã - Wool Valley Hotel & SPA

Santa Eufémia Covilhã Hotel

Covilha Dona Maria Affiliated by Melia

Casa de São Lourenço - Burel Panorama Hotel - Member of Relais & Châteaux.

More cheap stays in Vela

Residencial Parque

Hotel Mira Serra

Quinta de Leandres

Sport Hotel Gym + SPA

Micampus Covilhã

Casas Da Ribeira

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