Hotel de Ilhavo is a comfortable seaside base in the historic fishing town of Ílhavo, in Portugal's Aveiro district. The hotel pairs easy access to the wide Atlantic beaches of Costa Nova and Barra with the canals, museums and seafood restaurants that make the Ria de Aveiro region a favourite among travellers looking for a quieter alternative to the Algarve.
Whether you are planning a beach getaway, a coastal road trip, or a cultural weekend around Aveiro's painted houses and lagoon, our rooms put you within minutes of the shore and the town centre.
Why stay in Ílhavo
Striped fishermen's houses, long sands and dunes a short drive from the hotel.
Lagoon boat trips, salt pans and the "Portuguese Venice" canals of nearby Aveiro.
The Maritime Museum of Ílhavo and the cod-fishing history of this Atlantic town.
Fresh fish, ovos moles and regional cooking within walking distance.
Plan your seaside stay
Read our guides below for tips on getting the most out of a seaside getaway in Ílhavo — from the best time to visit the beaches to how to reach the hotel from Porto and Aveiro.