Botica Guesthouse

The studio was great and we appreciated the small terrace. The owner Elisabete was very kind and helpful,. She allowed us to check in earlier as the room was ready and organised an Uber for us when we left, also helped me with my bag. The position is perfect 5 minutes from the beach, in a street with shops and a bakery below but no traffic and very quiet. The coffee maker, (plunger) could have been smaller for two people and we had to buy a full pack, otherwise there was water, tea and salt and pepper.

A nice property at the centre of espinho. 3 minutes walk to the beach. The hostess was very accommodating. The studio had a kitchenette equipped with necessary utensils. There was one more bigger shared kitchen downstairs. Many good restaurants are nearby. Railway station, supermarket, Laundromat are all within walking distance.

Outstanding boutique apartment, very fresh and clean, with beautiful wooden floor, air conditioning, a well designed kitchen, dining area, a very comfortable bed, and just beautiful. The location is right in the center of Espinho, on the traditional pedestrian street, 150 meters or so from the beach. Small gestures like having a few coffee capsules waiting for me and some drinking water. The coffee maker delivered very good and hot coffee, better than I have seen elsewhere. The kitchen is well equipped. They provide free parasols for the beach and a beach towel for a nominal fee (of only 2 Euro). The hostess was very attentive. Check-in was easy. I came very late due to air travel troubles, which posed no problem at all. All around a fantastic stay, wish I had had more time.

The pedestrian street does have some people talking on these nice summer nights. I had the only apartment facing the street, so with open windows I did hear that. But the windows are very modern and provide perfect sound insulation. Plus, the quiet and efficient air conditioner makes that you can have the desired room temperature even if you keep the windows closed at night.

The hotel has an excellent location. I also really liked the interior design: there are many beautiful design details, paintings, and carefully chosen decorative elements. The hotel has a clear and distinctive concept, with visible attention to nature and sustainability, which creates a very pleasant atmosphere.

The pillows were very large and uncomfortable. Some of the dishes were not properly clean. There are also many stairs in the hotel, which can be inconvenient when travelling with luggage. The air conditioning blows directly onto the bed, so it is difficult to use comfortably; however, without it, the room becomes quite warm.