The Boat

–Excellent location – show map
+30 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

About this property

Beachfront Location: The Boat in Ovar offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying sea views and a peaceful setting. Modern Facilities: The property features a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi in public areas. Additional amenities include a child-friendly buffet, coffee shop, outdoor seating, and picnic area. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms offer air-conditioning, balconies, and terraces. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide comfortable spaces for all guests. Dining Experience: The modern restaurant serves Mediterranean, Portuguese, seafood, Spanish, and international cuisines, including vegetarian options. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, and vegetarian selections. Nearby Attractions: Praia do Areinho is 1.1 mi away, while Europarque is 8.1 mi from the property. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 32 mi distant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Rui
Portugal Portugal
“It had air-conditioner, it had a cool shower (the water was nice and hot), very comfortable bed and the host was very gracious! We saw jellyfishes 🪼 and went kayaking at sunset 🌅”
Elizabeth
Portugal Portugal
“Comfortable bed,excellent host, excellent restraunt within easy walking distance. The kayak was loved..”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. It was really nice and ’different’. The owner was really nice and helpful.”
Sofia
Germany Germany
“We liked everything about it: the experience, the location, the kayak experience, the host's friendliness...”
Lorena
Spain Spain
“Una experiencia diferente!a nosotros nos ha encantado!”
Mónica
Portugal Portugal
“O José foi excecional sempre disponível e de uma grande simpatia . O The boat foi uma experiência adorável tem o necessário para passar uns dias agradáveis e tranquilos.”
Ires
Spain Spain
“Wir wurden von einem sehr netten Gastgeber empfangen und eingewiesen, bekamen auch noch Tipps für die Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Umgebung und für tolle Gaststätten.Auf dem Boot ein super vielfältiges Frühstück.Es fehlte uns an nichts. Das Kanu lag...”
Ana
Portugal Portugal
“Foi uma experiência totalmente diferente e divertida, definitivamente a repetir. Infelizmente apanhamos dias de pouco sol então acabamos por não experimentar o kayak que está disponível para usufruir. Espaço bastante confortável, quente e relaxado...”
Catarina
Portugal Portugal
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A estadia correu lindamente, tudo impecável! O dono foi extremamente profissional e atencioso. A experiência de dormir num barco foi única — para mim e, sobretudo, para as meninas, foi algo inesquecível. Recomendo vivamente!”
Aileen
Germany Germany
“Besonders gut hat uns natürlich der Aufenthalt auf diesem kleinen aber feinen Juwel gefallen. Unser 8 jähriger hatte Geburtstag 🎂 und wird diesen Geburtstag niemals vergessen. Die Kanutour mit dem vorhandenen Kanu war ein richtiges Abenteuer für...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurante Oxalá
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Portuguese • Seafood • Spanish • International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of The Boat

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Boat