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Montebelo Palácio dos Melos

Rua Chão do Mestre, nº4
Rated 8.3 in 483 reviews

Montebelo Palácio dos Melos is a distinguished hotel set in a beautifully restored 19th-century palace, seamlessly blending historical charm with modern luxury. Located in Viseu, Portugal, this elegant hotel offers guests an inviting atmosphere filled with refined decor and tasteful furnishings, creating a peaceful retreat that pays homage to its rich architectural heritage.

The hotel features a range of well-appointed accommodations, each designed to provide comfort and tranquility. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape, as well as easy access to Viseu's vibrant cultural attractions, including art galleries and historic landmarks.

Montebelo Palácio dos Melos prides itself on its exceptional service, ensuring that each guest receives personalized attention during their stay. The hotel offers a variety of amenities, including a wellness center with a heated indoor pool, a fully-equipped gym, and rejuvenating spa services designed to promote relaxation and well-being. Dining options are plentiful, with a sophisticated restaurant that serves both local and international cuisine, showcasing the best of regional flavors.

Whether visiting for leisure or business, Montebelo Palácio dos Melos provides an ideal setting for both relaxation and productive gatherings. With its unique blend of tradition and contemporary comfort, this hotel stands as a prominent choice for travelers seeking a memorable experience in Viseu.

Climate and Weather

January
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 12°
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
February
 13°
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
March
 16°
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 13°
 5
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
April
 18°
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
May
 22°
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 8
Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
June
 26°
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 10
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 25
Rain free days
July
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 29
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August
 30°
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Sun hours / day
 29
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September
 26°
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Sun hours / day
 25
Rain free days
October
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Sun hours / day
 21
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November
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December
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 17
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Michelin Restaurants in Viseu and near Montebelo Palácio dos Melos

Viseu Cathedral
Viseu Cathedral
Cathedral
140m / 150yd
Grão Vasco National Museum
Grão Vasco National Museum
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
140m / 150yd
Igreja da Misericórdia de Viseu
Igreja da Misericórdia de Viseu
Church building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
90m / 100yd
Museu Almeida Moreira
Museu Almeida Moreira
90m / 100yd
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Church building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
330m / 360yd
Cava do Viriato
Cava do Viriato
Building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
0.7km / 0.41mi
Casa de Treixedo
Casa de Treixedo
Building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
160m / 180yd
Parque do Fontelo
Parque do Fontelo
0.9km / 0.56mi
Casa da Ribeira
Casa da Ribeira
470m / 0.29mi
Solar do Vinho do Dão, pórtico, edifícios anexos e jardins, antigo Paço Episcopal
Solar do Vinho do Dão, pórtico, edifícios anexos e jardins, antigo Paço Episcopal
Building in Portugal
0.9km / 0.59mi
Aquilino Ribeiro Park
Aquilino Ribeiro Park
320m / 360yd
Igreja de Santo António do antigo Convento das freiras Beneditinas
Igreja de Santo António do antigo Convento das freiras Beneditinas
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
330m / 360yd
Casa do Miradouro
Casa do Miradouro
200m / 220yd
Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
Church in Viseu, Portugal
20m / 20yd
Travassós de Orgens halt
Travassós de Orgens halt
Railway station in Viseu, Portugal
3.7km / 2.3mi
Museu do Quartzo
Museu do Quartzo
Museum in Portugal
4.2km / 2.6mi
Anta de Mamaltar do Vale de Fachas
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
5.7km / 3.5mi
Castro de Santa Luzia
Castro de Santa Luzia
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Anta do Repilau
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.5km / 4.7mi
Anta da Lameira do Fojo 1
Anta da Lameira do Fojo 1
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.2km / 4.5mi
Pelourinho de Couto de Baixo
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.9km / 4.9mi
Monastery of Santa Maria de Maceira Dão
Monastery of Santa Maria de Maceira Dão
Building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
8.6km / 5.4mi
Quinta de Santa Eufémia
Quinta de Santa Eufémia
Building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
8.4km / 5.2mi
Pelourinho de Vilar Seco
Pelourinho de Vilar Seco
Pillory in Nelas, Portugal
11.7km / 7.3mi
Pelourinho de Povolide
Pelourinho de Povolide
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Estrada Romana de Almargem
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
10.5km / 6.5mi
Pelourinho de Sabugosa
Pelourinho de Sabugosa
Cultural heritage monument in Tondela, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Pelourinho de São Miguel do Outeiro
Pelourinho de São Miguel do Outeiro
Cultural heritage monument in Tondela, Portugal
12.5km / 7.8mi
Dolmen of Cunha Baixa
Dolmen of Cunha Baixa
Dolmen in Cunha Baixa, Portugal
15.6km / 9.7mi
Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Castelo, incluindo a Casa do Ermitão, escadório e capelas anexas
Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Castelo, incluindo a Casa do Ermitão, escadório e capelas anexas
Church building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
15.2km / 9.5mi
Pelourinho da Aguieira
Pelourinho da Aguieira
Pillory in Nelas, Portugal
14.6km / 9.1mi
Pelourinho do Ladário
Pelourinho do Ladário
Pillory in Sátão, Portugal
15.5km / 9.6mi
Paço de Fráguas
Paço de Fráguas
15.4km / 9.6mi
Estela Menir da Caparrosa
Estela Menir da Caparrosa
14.9km / 9.3mi
Pelourinho de Canas de Santa Maria
Cultural heritage monument in Tondela, Portugal
15.8km / 9.8mi
Torre militar de Gandufe
Torre militar de Gandufe
14.1km / 8.7mi
Pillory of Folhadal
Pillory of Folhadal
Pillory in Nelas, Portugal
17km / 10.6mi
Eucalipto de Contige
16km / 10mi
Igreja Matriz de Vouzela
Igreja Matriz de Vouzela
Church building in Vouzela, Viseu District, Portugal
18km / 11.2mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Nazaré
Cultural heritage monument in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal
16.2km / 10.1mi
Igreja de São Silvestre
Igreja de São Silvestre
17.3km / 10.8mi
Termas Romanas de São Pedro do Sul
Termas Romanas de São Pedro do Sul
17.5km / 10.9mi
Igreja do Salvador (Canas de Senhorim)
Igreja do Salvador (Canas de Senhorim)
Cultural heritage monument in Nelas, Portugal
17.4km / 10.8mi
Pelourinho de Penalva do Castelo
Pelourinho de Penalva do Castelo
Cultural heritage monument in Penalva do Castelo, Portugal
18km / 11.2mi
Pelourinho de Canas de Senhorim
Pelourinho de Canas de Senhorim
Cultural heritage monument in Nelas, Portugal
17.3km / 10.8mi

What to do in Viseu and near Montebelo Palácio dos Melos

Viseu Cathedral
Viseu Cathedral
Cathedral
140m / 150yd
Grão Vasco National Museum
Grão Vasco National Museum
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
140m / 150yd
Igreja da Misericórdia de Viseu
Igreja da Misericórdia de Viseu
Church building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
90m / 100yd
Museu Almeida Moreira
Museu Almeida Moreira
90m / 100yd
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Church building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
330m / 360yd
Cava do Viriato
Cava do Viriato
Building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
0.7km / 0.41mi
Casa de Treixedo
Casa de Treixedo
Building in Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal
160m / 180yd
Parque do Fontelo
Parque do Fontelo
0.9km / 0.56mi
Casa da Ribeira
Casa da Ribeira
470m / 0.29mi
Solar do Vinho do Dão, pórtico, edifícios anexos e jardins, antigo Paço Episcopal
Solar do Vinho do Dão, pórtico, edifícios anexos e jardins, antigo Paço Episcopal
Building in Portugal
0.9km / 0.59mi
Aquilino Ribeiro Park
Aquilino Ribeiro Park
320m / 360yd
Igreja de Santo António do antigo Convento das freiras Beneditinas
Igreja de Santo António do antigo Convento das freiras Beneditinas
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
330m / 360yd
Casa do Miradouro
Casa do Miradouro
200m / 220yd
Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
Church in Viseu, Portugal
20m / 20yd
Travassós de Orgens halt
Travassós de Orgens halt
Railway station in Viseu, Portugal
3.7km / 2.3mi
Museu do Quartzo
Museu do Quartzo
Museum in Portugal
4.2km / 2.6mi
Anta de Mamaltar do Vale de Fachas
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
5.7km / 3.5mi
Castro de Santa Luzia
Castro de Santa Luzia
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
4.4km / 2.8mi
Anta do Repilau
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.5km / 4.7mi
Anta da Lameira do Fojo 1
Anta da Lameira do Fojo 1
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.2km / 4.5mi
Pelourinho de Couto de Baixo
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
7.9km / 4.9mi
Monastery of Santa Maria de Maceira Dão
Monastery of Santa Maria de Maceira Dão
Building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
8.6km / 5.4mi
Quinta de Santa Eufémia
Quinta de Santa Eufémia
Building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
8.4km / 5.2mi
Pelourinho de Vilar Seco
Pelourinho de Vilar Seco
Pillory in Nelas, Portugal
11.7km / 7.3mi
Pelourinho de Povolide
Pelourinho de Povolide
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Estrada Romana de Almargem
Cultural heritage monument in Viseu, Portugal
10.5km / 6.5mi
Pelourinho de Sabugosa
Pelourinho de Sabugosa
Cultural heritage monument in Tondela, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Pelourinho de São Miguel do Outeiro
Pelourinho de São Miguel do Outeiro
Cultural heritage monument in Tondela, Portugal
12.5km / 7.8mi
Dolmen of Cunha Baixa
Dolmen of Cunha Baixa
Dolmen in Cunha Baixa, Portugal
15.6km / 9.7mi
Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Castelo, incluindo a Casa do Ermitão, escadório e capelas anexas
Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Castelo, incluindo a Casa do Ermitão, escadório e capelas anexas
Church building in Mangualde, Viseu District, Portugal
15.2km / 9.5mi

About Viseu

Viseu, a city rich in history and culture, offers several appealing activities for visitors. One of the highlights is exploring the Viseu Cathedral, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture that dates back to the 12th century. The interior features beautiful chapels and impressive artwork, making it a significant religious site in the region.

Another must-visit location is the Grão Vasco Museum, which houses an impressive collection of Portuguese Renaissance art, particularly works by the renowned painter Vasco Fernandes. The museum provides insight into the artistic heritage of the area and showcases a variety of other historical artifacts.

Strolling through the historic city center is also a rewarding experience. The charming streets are lined with traditional Portuguese architecture, quaint shops, and cafes where you can enjoy local cuisine. The Praça da República, the central square, is a good spot to absorb the local atmosphere and observe daily life.

For those interested in nature, the Parque do Fontelo offers a peaceful retreat with its lush gardens and walking paths. It’s an ideal place for a leisurely walk or a picnic, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Finally, tasting the local gastronomy is essential when visiting Viseu. The region is known for its hearty dishes and fine wines, particularly the award-winning Dão wines. Exploring local restaurants will provide a chance to savor traditional flavors and regional specialties.

Viseu combines historical significance with natural beauty and culinary delights, making it a pleasant destination for those looking to experience authentic Portuguese culture.




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