🇵🇹 Espinho, Portugal
Hotel Apartamento Solverde
📍 Espinho
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Your stay — Hotel Apartamento Solverde
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The Property — Hotel Apartamento Solverde
Hotel Apartamento Solverde feels like a practical, no-nonsense base for a beach-and-casino weekend. The lobby is clean, modern and quiet, with polished tiles and a helpful reception desk that gets you checked in fast. It’s a four-star aparthotel aimed at couples and small families who want a kitchenette for self-catering, plus a pool and easy access to Espinho’s long boardwalk. Nothing fancy, but solid and well-run.
Chronicles of Espinho
Espinho began as a fishing village on the Portuguese Costa Verde, growing rapidly in the 19th century when a railway link from Porto made it a seaside escape for the city’s bourgeoisie. Its grid-like street plan, rare for Portugal, was laid out in the 1880s to accommodate summer visitors and a casino culture. The town’s architecture mixes Belle Époque villas with mid-20th-century apartment blocks, and today it’s known for its golf courses, surf beaches and the annual CINANIMA animation festival. Modern Espinho still balances a working fishing port with tourism, giving it a lived-in feel that’s more authentic than its flashier neighbour, Porto.
Best Time to Visit
Full Espinho guide →Best months
June and September: warm, dry days (22-25°C), manageable crowds at the beach and on the golf courses, and no school-holiday crush. July also works but is busier.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by school holidays and the peak of the Portuguese summer. Hotel prices can rise 30-50% above June rates. The town’s casino and summer festivals (local sardine feasts and outdoor concerts) draw day-trippers from Porto, so book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are excellent budget months. May has mild 18-20°C weather and fewer tourists; October stays warm enough for a beach walk but hotel rates drop 20-30%. Crowds are thin, especially midweek.
Weather & packing
Espinho gets occasional Atlantic fog that can roll in fast even on a sunny morning, cooling things by 5°C. Pack a windproof jacket and layers, plus sun protection for the clear afternoons.
Live City Briefing — Espinho
- Construction on the new Espinho intermodal bus station began in early 2026, with completion expected by late 2027; some bus routes are currently on temporary stops near the train station.
- The municipal market (Mercado Municipal) reopened in spring 2026 after a full renovation — new seafood counters and a food hall upstairs are now open.
- Summer 2026 sees an extended pedestrian zone on Rua 19, linking the casino square to the beach front, with pop-up evening food stalls on Fridays and Saturdays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Apartamento Solverde, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (5-8) for a more peaceful stay. These floors are likely to be quieter due to being farther from the main road and any potential street noise from the town centre.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on lower floors (1-3) as they may experience more street noise from the adjacent main road and surrounding town centre, which could be a concern for light sleepers.
Best views
Room views may not be a strong selling point for this hotel, given its location on a main road. However, rooms on higher floors may offer views of the surrounding area or the ocean, depending on the room's orientation.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-8 are likely to be the quietest due to their distance from potential noise sources.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road and surrounding town centre may be a concern for some guests, particularly those on lower floors.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the beach by requesting a room with a sea view or opting for a nearby beachside restaurant for dinner. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby public car park, as on-site parking may be limited and subject to availability.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Apartamento Solverde
free throughout the hotel, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on rooms' smart TVs
15:00-00:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 13:00 €20
available in the lobby; €5 per day
step-free access to the main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available, no structural limitations
on-site parking available €15 per night; nearest public car park €10 per day ( approx. 500m away); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (€3 total for a 2-person room)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €50 incidental card hold at check-in (refundable)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Centro de Ajuda - Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus (154 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda (236 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda (479 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Vida Nova (587 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Solverde II — 282 m · ~4 min walk
Jardim do Largo dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Museu Municipal de Espinho — 896 m · ~11 min walk
Centro Multimeios de Espinho — 656 m · ~8 min walk
3 pintas — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 43 m · ~1 min walk
Grande Farmácia de Espinho — 282 m · ~4 min walk
My Auchan — 237 m · ~3 min walk
Espinho — 39 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs or bank branches in town; avoid exchange bureaux at Porto airport or near tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is common. Small cafes and market stalls often prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but not expected. Taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso (bica) at a local café costs about €0.60-€0.80.
A prato do dia (daily special) at a tasca or café gives you soup, main and drink for around €8-€10.
Grilled fish or a meat dish at a simple restaurant costs about €10-€12 for a main course.
Espinho’s market area and the streets near the train station have kiosks selling bifanas (pork sandwiches) and pastéis de bacalhau for €2-€4.
Pingo Doce and Lidl are common budget chains in Espinho.
The weekly market (Feira de Espinho) on Wednesdays and Saturdays is good for cheap clothes and accessories.
The local train from Espinho to Porto costs about €2-€3 one way; a day pass for Porto’s metro is about €7. From Porto airport, take the metro (line E, €2.50) to the train station or just the bus into town.
Eat the prato do dia at lunch rather than dinner for the best value. Use the market for fruit, veg and snacks instead of buying from tourist stalls. Buy a reloadable Andante card for train/metro travel to get cheaper per-ride fares.
Good to know — Espinho
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Emergency Contacts
Espinho112 is the single European emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire. For non-urgent police matters in Espinho, call the local PSP station at +351 22 733 9090.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Espinho, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Apartamento Solverde
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 43 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Grande Farmácia de Espinho — 282 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Espinho train station (Estação) → Pousada da Juventude Espinho
💡 Buy Andante card at station kiosk; single ticket from driver costs €2. Get off at 'Rua 19' stop, the hostel is a 2-minute walk.
Espinho station → Santa Maria da Feira / Sernada do Vouga
💡 This vintage narrow-gauge tram departs from platform 2 at Espinho station. Use it for a scenic day trip, but check the timetable (CP website) — it's unreliable for time-sensitive hops.
Porto Campanhã / São Bento → Espinho station
💡 Buy a rechargeable Andante card at the station (€0.50) and top up for cheaper single fares. The station is a 7-minute walk southeast of the hotel.
Porto Airport (OPO) → Espinho (via Vila Nova de Gaia)
💡 Change at Gaia (Devesas) to train if you're carrying luggage; the direct bus to Espinho stops 3 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Porto Campanhã station → Espinho station
💡 Use CP app for live departures. Trains marked 'Regional' run slower but cheaper; 'Intercidades' skip Espinho. Get off at Espinho, not Espinho-Vouga.
Porto Airport (OPO) → Hotel Nova Residencial Espinho
💡 Book via Uber or Bolt app for a fixed price; avoid touts at arrivals. Metered taxis cost slightly less off-peak.
Infante (Porto) → Passeio Alegre (then bus/train to Espinho)
💡 This is scenic but slow and only goes to Foz do Douro. Best for a day trip combo: tram to Foz, then bus 500 or metro to Espinho. Not practical for airport transfer.
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) → Pousada da Juventude Espinho
💡 Book via Taxis Porto app or at airport rank; avoid unlicensed drivers. Ask for fixed price to Espinho before starting meter.
About Espinho
Wikipedia ↗
Espinho (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɨʃˈpiɲu] ), officially the City of Espinho (Portuguese: Cidade de Espinho), is a city and a municipality located in the Aveiro District, Portugal. It is located in both the Greater Porto and the Metropolitan Area of Porto, 16 km from its city centre. It is one of ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
Request rooms on higher floors (5-8) for a more peaceful stay. These floors are likely to be quieter due to being farther from the main road and any potential street noise from the town centre.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
Avoid rooms on lower floors (1-3) as they may experience more street noise from the adjacent main road and surrounding town centre, which could be a concern for light sleepers.
Is Hotel Apartamento Solverde noisy?
Street noise from the main road and surrounding town centre may be a concern for some guests, particularly those on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
Room views may not be a strong selling point for this hotel, given its location on a main road. However, rooms on higher floors may offer views of the surrounding area or the ocean, depending on the room's orientation.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the beach by requesting a room with a sea view or opting for a nearby beachside restaurant for dinner. If you're driving, consider parking in the nearby public car park, as on-site parking may be limited and subject to availability.
What time is check-in at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
Check-in at Hotel Apartamento Solverde is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Apartamento Solverde have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
€1.50 per person per night (€3 total for a 2-person room)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
A prato do dia (daily special) at a tasca or café gives you soup, main and drink for around €8-€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Apartamento Solverde?
The local train from Espinho to Porto costs about €2-€3 one way; a day pass for Porto’s metro is about €7. From Porto airport, take the metro (line E, €2.50) to the train station or just the bus into town.
When is the best time to visit Espinho?
June and September: warm, dry days (22-25°C), manageable crowds at the beach and on the golf courses, and no school-holiday crush. July also works but is busier.
Top Attractions in Espinho
💡 Arrive before 10am for the best fish selection and to see the auction. Take small change for market stalls, as not all accept cards.
💡 Services are at 10am on Sundays, which is the only time you'll see it fully lit. Otherwise, the interior can feel a bit dark.
💡 Free entry on Sundays. Allow 30 minutes; exhibits are in Portuguese but photos speak for themselves.
💡 Go early (before 10am) to avoid heat and crowds. Bring small euro coins; haggling is mild but accepted.
💡 Head to the northern end near the fishing harbour for quieter spots. Free public showers at the base of the main stairway.
💡 Combined with the market day visit. The hill gives good views of the coast – bring a camera.
💡 Visit late afternoon for shade. The park connects to a coastal cycle path if you rent a bike.
💡 Head north near the train tracks for quieter spots. Grab a coffee at a kiosk along the promenade.