About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Galricho Heritage House in Murtosa offers family rooms with private bathrooms, terraces, and garden views. Each room includes a sofa bed, work desk, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, spa and wellness center, sauna, sun terrace, and free bicycles. Additional amenities include a hot tub, indoor and outdoor play areas, and yoga classes. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Portuguese cuisine for lunch and dinner. Breakfast is provided continental style, and the bar offers a variety of beverages. Convenient Location: Located 44 mi from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Aveiro Municipal Stadium (14 mi) and Museu de Aveiro (16 mi). Free off-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free private parking


Availability

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Thomas
United States United States
Everything . OMG beautifully restored hotel . Francisco and staff were amazing . Breakfast amazing , we had a special dinner nite with a local vineyard wine , incredibly prepared meal with local influence ingredients .
Heidi
United States United States
Charming accommodations with authentic Portuguese decor. Delicious, freshly prepared breakfast. Excellent attentive staff, eager to assist with reservations, itinerary etc.
Nicole
Switzerland Switzerland
The property is absolutely marvellous, the decoration according to the style of the house, all refurbished. A little jewel
Nicole
Switzerland Switzerland
The house is beautiful and the staff and the owner are very friendly and welcoming
Kate
Montenegro Montenegro
A very beautiful building lovingly restored with original charming features everywhere. Such care and attention to detail. The rooms were a cool and airy place to go when it was hot and light and airy. The pool and gardens were a relaxing...
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful combination of the old and new. Great eye for detail and design .So many charming features . Warm and welcoming.
Mireille
France France
Beautifully renovated Portuguese villa with charming shared areas and lovely hosts, delicious dinner and breakfast to top it all
Doreen
Germany Germany
We felt very comfortable. The rooms are traditionally furnished. The bathroom was small and simple. But everything was clean. The house is lovingly run. The garden is beautiful. The pool is clean. We spent longer sitting outside in the evenings...
Bianca
Germany Germany
We had a pleasant stay at B&B Casa Galricho. Everything was in order – clean rooms, a warm welcome, and a fresh breakfast.
Abdel
Netherlands Netherlands
Atmosphere was relaxing. Very quiet area. Location was good for daytrips to torreira, costa nova, Aveiro and Porto.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 92 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Casa Galricho — Heritage House & Spa Set in a restored 1920s countryside house, Casa Galricho offers a refined and intimate escape in the Aveiro region. Blending heritage architecture with contemporary comfort, the house features carefully designed rooms, natural materials, and a warm, nostalgic atmosphere. Guests can unwind in the spa area, including sauna and outdoor jacuzzi, or explore the surrounding landscape with complimentary bicycles. At the heart of the experience is a unique dining concept: a seasonal tasting menu inspired by the local food landscape, paired with natural wines. Each meal tells a story of the region, from land to table. With its library, cinema room and honesty bar, Casa Galricho invites guests to slow down, disconnect, and immerse themselves in a curated rural experience. Ideal for couples seeking privacy, design, and meaningful hospitality.

Neighborhood info

Murtosa is a hidden corner of coastal Portugal where time seems to slow down. Nestled beside the Atlantic Ocean and the magnificent Aveiro Lagoon, it preserves the genuine spirit of rural Portugal from the 1980s — authentic, peaceful, and untouched by mass tourism. Here, traditional fishing boats still glide through calm lagoon waters, locals greet each other by name, and life follows the rhythm of nature and the tides. Endless quiet beaches stretch along the coast, offering wide golden sands, fresh ocean air, and a rare sense of tranquility just a short distance from Aveiro. Murtosa lies at the heart of the biodiversity of the Ria de Aveiro, the largest lagoon ecosystem in northern Portugal. A paradise for birdwatchers, cyclists, and nature lovers, it is a place where salt marshes, canals, pine forests, and open sea create a unique and deeply authentic landscape. For travelers seeking the real Portugal — simple, genuine, and naturally beautiful — Murtosa offers an unforgettable escape

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Taberna do Crispim
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of Galricho Heritage House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Galricho Heritage House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 109611/AL

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