## Overview Casa da Calçada Relais & Chateaux is a luxurious 5 star boutique hotel which is perfectly located to explore the surrounding attractions. It is located between 2 important wine regions and to the northwest are the historic towns of Guimarães and Braga, Porto is a half hour west and the attractions of the Douro region start a few minutes south. ## Location It is located at 60 km from Porto and its international airport near the Tamega River. Just beyond its gates a river front lane houses fine restaurants and pastry and regional crafts shops. Guests can find an attractive green recreational space, the Saint Gonçalo Church and Convent. The area also has other attractions such as an 18 hole golf club and an aquatic park just minutes away and in half an hour one can be in the historic cities of Guimarães, Braga and Vila Real. ## Rooms The rooms are decorated in a classic, opulent style, with period furniture and warm colours and textiles. They all have air conditioning and central heating, satellite TV, telephone and the bathrooms have a hairdryer and shaver plug. ## Features The hotel provides parking, wireless internet on the reception floor, living room with pool and board game tables, and a quiet and comfortable reading room. Outdoor guests can find a swimming area with pools for both adults and children. The pools are beautifully framed by the vineyards and the garden, offering a fantastic view across the river. ## Food & Drink The hotel's restaurant has one star Michelin with Chef Mr Vitor Matos and serves traditional food and wine, including those produced in the hotel’s own vineyard. The Largo Cerqueira's Bar offers a bar service by the pool area during the summer. ## Tourist information 5 min walk to the nearest bus station Amarante 57 km to the nearest airport Porto Airport 60 km to the city center Porto City