Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

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

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

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.

Are airport shuttle services available?

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

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

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

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

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.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

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

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

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

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

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

The Lince Santa Clara Hotel in Vila do Conde

Average nightly price at The Lince Santa Clara by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$295
February	US$289
March	US$279
April	US$318
May	US$316
June	US$325
July	US$379
August	US$339
September	US$335
October	US$312
November	US$310
December	US$330

What guests think

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.

Several note immaculate upkeep, thoughtful turndown treats, and occasional upgrades. Location feedback is mixed: convenient for reaching Porto and the airport with easy taxi or Uber access, but the immediate area is described by a few as unkempt or offering little to do. Expect a calm, high quality stay.

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Facilities

A beautifully restored monastery with a highly praised spa and excellent on site restaurants.

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Kelly

23 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

What a great hotel. Perfect designed, great staff, amazing food.

10

Emma Louise

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is true luxury. Staying in the most perfectly developed historical building was nothing but joyful and relaxing. The staff are proud of their roles, warm and professional. The hotel is immaculate. Rooms were cleaned to the highest standards and also turned down each evening with a home baked sweet treat left. The spa was not half measures and again is perfect. I had in fact booked this hotel by mistake, believing it to be in Porto…..it turns out to be the best mistake I made. Taxis cost no more than 18euros either way and using uber was easy. The area has lots of good restaurants that reminds be-food at the hotel is again top notch. I have nothing to even make as a suggestion as improvement for this hotel. My only negative point would be the area whilst having history is fairly unkempt.

10

Sébastien

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nouvel hôtel de luxe à proximité de Porto et son aéroport (20 min). La renovation de cet ancien couvent chargé d histoire est d une finesse absolue. Les chambres sont magnifiques. Mention spécial pour le spa Sysley incroyable. Enfin le grand point positif est le personnel qui se met en 4 pour répondre à toutes vos solicitations. Un grand merci à la manageuse de nous avoir accompagné durant notre séjour. Un hôtel de luxe à découvrir sans hésiter.

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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.

10

Simon

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

4 night stay in July. Went to chill out and relax after visiting central Porto. Tried the amazing restaurant experience on our first night. Building is amazing and beautifully converted to a hotel. Loved waiting to see what cake would be left in our room each turndown.

10

Duarte

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is incredible, from the beautifully restored monastery and beautiful decoration to the breakfast, everything is simply done to perfection. It’s the perfect location for staying on your big wedding day and to relax after you go through all the planning from it. The Spa is amazing, I’ll definitely return again.

10

Jose

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing hotel located in an old convent. The historical personality of the building remains but is complemented by a modern and elegant decor. The restaurant is excellent and the service is super friendly.

10

Francois

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Très bel ancien couvent réhabilité en hôtel qui allie la pierre ancienne à la modernité. Vaut vraimente détour avec 2 superbes restaurants et des services exceptionnels comme le Spa

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Jennifer

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in my life The spa was amazing, the restaurant was phenomenal, the rooms were beautiful, and the grounds were stunning! I will dream about return returning to this hotel

10

kathleen

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

All aspects of this hostel were unique and stunning, the grounds, the room, the hallways, the bar, etc. It was a pleasure just to walk around and enjoy the architecture, The breakfast was the best we had in all three weeks of being in Portugal and the staff were attentive and polite.Truly such a pleasure to stay here and an oasis of beauty.

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Cleanliness

Guests mention immaculate upkeep and meticulous housekeeping, including thoughtful turndown service.

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Emma Louise

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is true luxury. Staying in the most perfectly developed historical building was nothing but joyful and relaxing. The staff are proud of their roles, warm and professional. The hotel is immaculate. Rooms were cleaned to the highest standards and also turned down each evening with a home baked sweet treat left. The spa was not half measures and again is perfect. I had in fact booked this hotel by mistake, believing it to be in Porto…..it turns out to be the best mistake I made. Taxis cost no more than 18euros either way and using uber was easy. The area has lots of good restaurants that reminds be-food at the hotel is again top notch. I have nothing to even make as a suggestion as improvement for this hotel. My only negative point would be the area whilst having history is fairly unkempt.

10

Simon

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

4 night stay in July. Went to chill out and relax after visiting central Porto. Tried the amazing restaurant experience on our first night. Building is amazing and beautifully converted to a hotel. Loved waiting to see what cake would be left in our room each turndown.

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Rooms

Rooms are stylish, comfortable, and well integrated into the historic building; some mention attractive views.

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Kelly

23 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

What a great hotel. Perfect designed, great staff, amazing food.

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Sébastien

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nouvel hôtel de luxe à proximité de Porto et son aéroport (20 min). La renovation de cet ancien couvent chargé d histoire est d une finesse absolue. Les chambres sont magnifiques. Mention spécial pour le spa Sysley incroyable. Enfin le grand point positif est le personnel qui se met en 4 pour répondre à toutes vos solicitations. Un grand merci à la manageuse de nous avoir accompagné durant notre séjour. Un hôtel de luxe à découvrir sans hésiter.

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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.

10

Sven

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Prachtig gerenoveerde abdij met mooie kamers. Attent personeel.

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Duarte

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is incredible, from the beautifully restored monastery and beautiful decoration to the breakfast, everything is simply done to perfection. It’s the perfect location for staying on your big wedding day and to relax after you go through all the planning from it. The Spa is amazing, I’ll definitely return again.

10

Lauren

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful incredible service and views

10

Jose

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing hotel located in an old convent. The historical personality of the building remains but is complemented by a modern and elegant decor. The restaurant is excellent and the service is super friendly.

10

Jennifer

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in my life The spa was amazing, the restaurant was phenomenal, the rooms were beautiful, and the grounds were stunning! I will dream about return returning to this hotel

10

Stefan

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Neues Hotel in einem traumhaften Gebäude.

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kathleen

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

All aspects of this hostel were unique and stunning, the grounds, the room, the hallways, the bar, etc. It was a pleasure just to walk around and enjoy the architecture, The breakfast was the best we had in all three weeks of being in Portugal and the staff were attentive and polite.Truly such a pleasure to stay here and an oasis of beauty.

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Service

Service is widely praised as warm, attentive, and professional, with staff going above and beyond; some guests received upgrades.

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10

Emma Louise

29 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is true luxury. Staying in the most perfectly developed historical building was nothing but joyful and relaxing. The staff are proud of their roles, warm and professional. The hotel is immaculate. Rooms were cleaned to the highest standards and also turned down each evening with a home baked sweet treat left. The spa was not half measures and again is perfect. I had in fact booked this hotel by mistake, believing it to be in Porto…..it turns out to be the best mistake I made. Taxis cost no more than 18euros either way and using uber was easy. The area has lots of good restaurants that reminds be-food at the hotel is again top notch. I have nothing to even make as a suggestion as improvement for this hotel. My only negative point would be the area whilst having history is fairly unkempt.

10

Sébastien

7 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Nouvel hôtel de luxe à proximité de Porto et son aéroport (20 min). La renovation de cet ancien couvent chargé d histoire est d une finesse absolue. Les chambres sont magnifiques. Mention spécial pour le spa Sysley incroyable. Enfin le grand point positif est le personnel qui se met en 4 pour répondre à toutes vos solicitations. Un grand merci à la manageuse de nous avoir accompagné durant notre séjour. Un hôtel de luxe à découvrir sans hésiter.

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10

Susan

27 Oct 2025

·

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.

10

Kornel

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

einzigartiges Hotel; eine Oase der Ruhe mit super Essen und tollem Service

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Michele

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent hotel. Got free upgrade. Great service.

10

Michael

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We spent three delightful days at this remarkable hotel over the São João holiday. Set within the walls of a former monastery, the property exudes a breathtaking charm that is both serene and timeless. A true gem among luxury accommodations, it provides the perfect setting for a few days of relaxation and quiet indulgence. The ambiance is further elevated by the exceptionally dedicated and highly professional staff, whose attentiveness and warmth made our stay truly memorable. We will most certainly return.

10

Joe

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff.

10

Jose

28 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Amazing hotel located in an old convent. The historical personality of the building remains but is complemented by a modern and elegant decor. The restaurant is excellent and the service is super friendly.

10

SALMIN

27 May 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Cet hôtel est tout simplement prodigieux. Nous avons passe une semaine de reve avec un personnel toujours souriant, gentil et à notre écoute et toujours prêt à rendre notre séjour très agréable. Nous recommandons cet hôtel dans le cadre d un séjour dans la région de Porto.

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kathleen

11 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

All aspects of this hostel were unique and stunning, the grounds, the room, the hallways, the bar, etc. It was a pleasure just to walk around and enjoy the architecture, The breakfast was the best we had in all three weeks of being in Portugal and the staff were attentive and polite.Truly such a pleasure to stay here and an oasis of beauty.

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Location

Convenient for visiting Porto and the airport with easy taxi or Uber access; a few say the immediate area feels unkempt or has little to do.

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Emma Louise

29 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is true luxury. Staying in the most perfectly developed historical building was nothing but joyful and relaxing. The staff are proud of their roles, warm and professional. The hotel is immaculate. Rooms were cleaned to the highest standards and also turned down each evening with a home baked sweet treat left. The spa was not half measures and again is perfect. I had in fact booked this hotel by mistake, believing it to be in Porto…..it turns out to be the best mistake I made. Taxis cost no more than 18euros either way and using uber was easy. The area has lots of good restaurants that reminds be-food at the hotel is again top notch. I have nothing to even make as a suggestion as improvement for this hotel. My only negative point would be the area whilst having history is fairly unkempt.

8

Laura

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

El monasterio alucinante y las instalaciones, alrededor del alojamiento no mucho que hacer

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Sébastien

7 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Nouvel hôtel de luxe à proximité de Porto et son aéroport (20 min). La renovation de cet ancien couvent chargé d histoire est d une finesse absolue. Les chambres sont magnifiques. Mention spécial pour le spa Sysley incroyable. Enfin le grand point positif est le personnel qui se met en 4 pour répondre à toutes vos solicitations. Un grand merci à la manageuse de nous avoir accompagné durant notre séjour. Un hôtel de luxe à découvrir sans hésiter.

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10

Duarte

14 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is incredible, from the beautifully restored monastery and beautiful decoration to the breakfast, everything is simply done to perfection. It’s the perfect location for staying on your big wedding day and to relax after you go through all the planning from it. The Spa is amazing, I’ll definitely return again.

10

CARLOS

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Nous avons séjourné 7 nuits en août 2025. Vila do Conde est très bien situé pour visiter tout le nord du Portugal. Nous avons un véhicule hybride, le service de valet s'occupe de mettre la voiture dans leur garage et de la mettre en charge. Vous la récupérez devant l'hôtel chargée à l'heure de votre choix. L'hôtel est vraiment très beau, la rénovation est parfaite.

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SALMIN

27 May 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Cet hôtel est tout simplement prodigieux. Nous avons passe une semaine de reve avec un personnel toujours souriant, gentil et à notre écoute et toujours prêt à rendre notre séjour très agréable. Nous recommandons cet hôtel dans le cadre d un séjour dans la région de Porto.

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Dining

On site restaurants and breakfast receive consistently high praise for quality and taste.

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Kelly

23 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

What a great hotel. Perfect designed, great staff, amazing food.

10

Susan

27 Oct 2025

·

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.

10

Andrea

31 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ubique architecture. Incredible staff . Great breakfast

10

Kornel

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

einzigartiges Hotel; eine Oase der Ruhe mit super Essen und tollem Service

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10

Simon

15 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 4 nights

4 night stay in July. Went to chill out and relax after visiting central Porto. Tried the amazing restaurant experience on our first night. Building is amazing and beautifully converted to a hotel. Loved waiting to see what cake would be left in our room each turndown.

10

Duarte

14 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is incredible, from the beautifully restored monastery and beautiful decoration to the breakfast, everything is simply done to perfection. It’s the perfect location for staying on your big wedding day and to relax after you go through all the planning from it. The Spa is amazing, I’ll definitely return again.

10

Jose

28 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Amazing hotel located in an old convent. The historical personality of the building remains but is complemented by a modern and elegant decor. The restaurant is excellent and the service is super friendly.

10

Francois

4 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Très bel ancien couvent réhabilité en hôtel qui allie la pierre ancienne à la modernité. Vaut vraimente détour avec 2 superbes restaurants et des services exceptionnels comme le Spa

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10

Jennifer

30 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Was one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in my life The spa was amazing, the restaurant was phenomenal, the rooms were beautiful, and the grounds were stunning! I will dream about return returning to this hotel

10

kathleen

11 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

All aspects of this hostel were unique and stunning, the grounds, the room, the hallways, the bar, etc. It was a pleasure just to walk around and enjoy the architecture, The breakfast was the best we had in all three weeks of being in Portugal and the staff were attentive and polite.Truly such a pleasure to stay here and an oasis of beauty.

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The Lince Santa Clara

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