Name: The Lince Santa Clara
Address: Mosteiro de Santa Clara - Largo Dom Afonso Sanches, Vila do Conde, Portugal, Vila do Conde, Porto District, Portugal
Rating: 9.87

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9.9

Exceptional

Based on 60 verified reviews

What guests think

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Across reviews, The Lince Santa Clara is praised for its beautifully restored historic setting, elegant and comfortable rooms, exceptional service, and standout spa and dining, creating a serene, luxurious atmosphere that many guests found memorable and relaxing.

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10

Jose

3 weeks ago

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Stayed 2 nights

Extraordinary service and first class accommodations. This convent has been upgraded in 2024 into one the best places to stay in all of Portugal. We decided to stay in Vila do Conde (along the coast) instead of inland in Braga. It was a great decision as Lince Santa Clara was incredibly beautiful and just a short drive to Braga.

10

Lisa

21 Apr 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

A very warm welcome from the moment you arrive. The hotel is beautiful, spacious and has a lovely scent. The bedrooms are very clean and the beds are extremely comfortable! Breakfast is highly recommended with a range of food to suit all your requirements. Amazing cocktails in the evening with two different restaurants! Staff were friendly, always available to offer support and couldn’t do more for you. The spa area is serene with a heated inside pool. If you follow the aqueduct downhill you get to the metro which is easy to navigate if you want to get onto Porto. A great place to stay .

10

Kieran

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. The architecture, the location, the room, the service, all of it. Top notch. Cannot recommend enough

10

Christopher

19 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect stay!

10

Susan

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Lince Santa Clara is a jewel of a hotel, the historical building has been beautifully renovated. The furnishings and the rooms are stylish and comfortable. The restaurant Mosteiro is exceptional, with food of an impeccable standard. Finally, all the staff in the hotel are courteous, friendly and helpful. I thoroughly recommend this hotel and hope to visit it again.

Mosteiro de Santa Clara - Largo Dom Afonso Sanches, Vila do Conde, Portugal

Location

When you stay at The Lince Santa Clara in Vila do Conde, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Convento de Santa Clara and Vila do Conde Aqueduct. This luxury hotel is 15 mi (24.2 km) from Matosinhos Beach and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal.

Convento de Santa Clara(0.1 Miles)

Vila do Conde Aqueduct(0.1 Miles)

Praca da Republica(0.3 Miles)

Museu de Rendas de Bilros(0.4 Miles)

Socorro Chapel(0.5 Miles)

Vila do Conde Beach(1 Miles)

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From 15:00 to 15:00

Before 12:00

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Yes, free parking is available on-site.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.

Yes, airport shuttle services are available. Guests can arrange the transfer through the hotel.

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, step-free entrances, and accessible public areas.

The hotel is located in the historical district of Vila do Conde, just steps from Convento de Santa Clara and Vila do Conde Aqueduct. It is approximately 15 miles from Matosinhos Beach and Porto Airport is about 22 km away.

Yes, the hotel features both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, including an outdoor heated pool.

Children are welcome at the property. Kids can stay for free up to a certain age, which is not specified.

The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to make any requests in advance.

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