Casa do Ribeirinho

Located an easy 15-20 minute walk from the bus station through the historic centre, this is a very old building that has been in the family for at least three generations. The rooms are beautiful and old-fashioned, with antique furniture, lace curtains, and polished wooden floors. Our bedroom smelled like an old Ontario farmhouse, which is a nostalgic and welcoming smell to me. The water pressure in the shower comes and goes, and one must run the hot water tap quite a few minutes before the hot water shows up, but perhaps that’s part of being an old building. The bed was not the most comfortable, but okay, and the pillows skimpy. Breakfast was adequate but a little meagre, with nothing hot on offer. I didn’t have much interaction with our hosts, but they seemed pleasant. The guesthouse has a really nice shaded terrace in the front overlooking the river, with an honesty bar. If one has mobility issues, there are a number of stairs to contend with, and if one has cat allergies, there is a wonderfully friendly cat wandering the house. I did enjoy this guesthouse and would stay again.

This property is in a wonderful spot to easily walk to the center of the city and the river front and Roman Bridge and beautiful São Gonçalo Church!

Amazing property and perfect location to explore Amarante. Only stayed for one night but it was just what I needed. The building is quite old but I like the traditional style of it. I would definitely return if in Amarante again!

Wished we had booked two nights! Loved everything.

Excellent location, a stay full of surprises. Why go for a normal hotel when you can have a wonderful experience somewhere a bit different. Everything was clean, we had the most beautiful pool, the room was great. Just what we wanted.

Good. Attentive staff.