Couldn't have chosen a better location. Right near the historic center. The breakfast buffet was amazing and the staff was great. Highly professional. The room was a little smaller than I imagined from the photo's, but very nice and comfy. Also didn't hear any noisy neighbours so that was great. Also the cleaning staff were very friendly and helpful.

Perhaps the bathroom was a bit small. Little space around the bidet for my legs (I'm 1m86) and the shower was a bit small too, width wise, even though I'm not very wide. But it was very well designed and looked great. So really no complaints.

The hotel was lovely and in a perfect location. Staff were welcoming, and the rooms were very comfortable. Room cleaning occurred late, so that when we returned at about 2:30 for a nap, our room still had not been cleaned.

The breakfast was very dull, and in some cases, bad. You can order eggs to be cooked for you in addition to the buffet, but don't. On the first day we all ordered omelets. They were the worst omelets I have ever had in my life. We also watched a person at another table complain and send his back. Mine went uneaten after the first bite. I didn't know you can ruin an omelet so badly. The next day, my party ordered scrambled eggs. Also not great. I ordered a hard boiled egg that was fine. Stick to the very boring buffet spread.

Very good bed, good mattress and high quality bedding. Perfect spot in the centre of town - the best place to be, we think. Quiet and calm at night due to soundproof windows (which can be opened). Very friendly and authentic staff. Nice decoration everywhere (books in all forms). Good breakfast with fresh fruit and omelets. Dinner was somewhat pricey, but it’s recommended by Guide Michelin and for the effort and specialties it is ok. The wine was affordable. We would happily book again here!

Nothing to mention, great place!

- best place to have breakfast in Guimarães - in the heart of town - extremely friendly personal - the city is the essence of Portugal in my eyes. If you miss it, you missed a very important part of the country - recommendation to stay over night, to see city late night and early morning :)

- breakfast buffet was very small (but might be dependant to few visitors in the hotel) - it is a long way to get the luggage to the hotel

What an incredible experience it was to stay in an Apartment with an amazing balcony overlooking Medieval Olivia Square in Guimaraes! Don't hesitate to book this hidden gem! Maria at the front desk of the Hotel da Oliveira was so friendly, helpful, and welcoming when we arrived and also when we needed help in the morning meeting our tour guide. Great spot for a family with a separate bedroom, sofa bed and twin bed in a loft. Breakfast in the mornings sitting outside overlooking the square was delicious!

Nothing!

Every aspect of the hotel was excellent. Particularly the location...on a huge plaza lined with charming attached homes, small shops, and restaurants, all viewed from a lovely patio where we enjoyed a delightful, almost elegant breakfast. We were able to walk to many of the things we wanted to visit, especially given the more moderate hills. Free parking was provided a short walk away. Our only regret: we only booked one night in Guimaraes. We fell in love with the town and we have a wonderful place to stay when we return.

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Great location. Rooms were a good size and bedding was beautiful.

Rooms are a bit dark. Breakfast included but service haphazard - especially on the day the maitre d’ wasn’t there. Hot food seemed to be an issue - either for the waiter or chef - e.g. fried eggs came scrambled, mushrooms on the menu but not available 2 of the 3 nights.

This location is perfect since the hotel is located in the main square which is pedestrian. The breakfast is varied and extremely well done with lovely service. We also dined one evening in the HOOL restaurant which is a treat with each course well prepared and thought out. My only complaint for this hotel is the lighting in the bathroom which is tricky for makeup. The room itself could stand more electric lights but there are great reading lights. We were very comfortable with a very efficient housekeeping staff. The entire staff at the hotel is very accomodating, endlessly polite and professional. I also enjoyed being able to have such a large lounge area to do a bit of work and also relax. Coffee and tea is always available. There are many niches in the hotel to do work for business or to just relax. This is a small and intimate hotel done very, very well.

The location was very good as well as the bedroom, very comfortable.

Not that it really bother us that much but it would have been nice to know upfront that our room/apartment was above a bar with loud music that we could hear inside. Also the breakfast could be better. I think for a 4 star hotel having baked off bread and not a lot of variety in general for breakfast was a bit of a disappointment.

Location was superb. Staff were very helpful and responsive. The room was beautiful.

The omlettes were pretty bad overall. Too dry and overcooked. We watched other tables near us react the same. The breakfast options overall were terrific. It would be better to have a caraf of coffee for each table. There were three of us drinking coffee and we had to get up so often to refill our cups.