Dona Emilia Lima Studios - Viana do Castelo

Studio apartments with honesty bar and reserved breakfast drawers in the historic center of Viana do Castelo

Location & Surroundings

Dona Emilia Lima Studios Viana do Castelo sits on Rua de Olivença, within the historic district and a 5-minute walk from Praça da República, the river, and the beach. The Santa Luzia Sanctuary is 1 mile from the property, and the central train station is also a 5-minute walk. Porto Airport is 31 mile away, and the guesthouse is directly on the Camino de Santiago (Coastal route), making it a stop for hikers and pilgrims.

Rooms & Studios

Each of the studio apartments and rooms at Dona Emília Lima Studios is decorated with vintage furniture and local artistic pieces, giving each space its own personality. Room types include Standard Suites, Twin Rooms with Private External Bathroom, and Suites with Balcony offering views of the square or the mountain. All units have comfortable beds, high ceilings, and heating, and some rooms include a private balcony or a shared terrace overlooking the historical center.

Breakfast & Honesty Bar

The self-service breakfast is organized per room: each guest has a designated drawer with artisan bread, granola, and fruit, plus a labeled space in the refrigerator for cheese, yogurt, and milk. Lavazza coffee is available throughout the day, and the honesty bar offers wine for a small fee. Guests can enjoy their meal in the shared kitchen or living room while looking out at the Praça da República.

Shared Amenities & Services

A fully equipped shared kitchen with SMEG appliances, a living room, and a reading room are open to all guests at Dona Emilia Lima Studios. The property provides luggage storage, private check-in/check-out, and a shuttle service (airport pick-up/drop-off). Pet bowls are available, and the building has CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms.

Family-Friendly & Camino Travelers

The guesthouse welcomes families with children and offers child-friendly features such as spacious rooms and a shared lounge. Pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago are given flexible check-in times and assistance with luggage forwarding. Group travelers appreciate the large common areas and the ability to store food in the refrigerator for cooking meals.

• Location: Historic center, 5 min walk to Praça da República, river, beach, and Santa Luzia Sanctuary
• Rooms: Studio apartments with vintage decor, private balcony options, and panoramic terrace
• Breakfast: Self-service with individual drawer and fridge space, artisan bread, granola, fruit, Lavazza coffee
• Honesty Bar: Wine available for a small fee in the shared kitchen
• Dona Emília Lima Studios Camino stop: Directly on the Coastal Camino de Santiago route with pilgrim amenities

License number: 145904/AL;145674/AL;145901/AL