Vidago Palace Hotel is a five-star hotel in Vidago Thermal Park, within the municipality of Chaves, Portugal. For a Vidago Palace day trip from Chaves, you can visit the park as a non-guest under the hotel’s visitor conditions, while access to the hotel interior and other areas is restricted.
- Location: Parque de Vidago, in Vidago, Portugal.
- From Chaves: The hotel states that Chaves is 15 minutes away.
- Park hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM from November to April, and 8:00 AM–7:00 PM from May to October.
- Park entry: €2.50 per visitor; children aged 12 and under enter free.
Where is Vidago Palace in relation to Chaves?
Vidago Palace is in Vidago, a locality within the municipality of Chaves, and is set inside Vidago Thermal Park. Its address is Parque de Vidago, Apartado 16, 5425-307 Vidago, Portugal.
The hotel opened on 6 October 1910. Its official history says King D. Carlos I had envisaged a luxury therapeutic spa at the site. Today, the complex includes the hotel, spa, clubhouse, fountains, Casa Agrícola, congress center and park.
What can you access at Vidago Palace?
Non-guests may enter the park under the visitor-access conditions set by the hotel, but park entry does not include access to every part of the complex. Visitors must use designated entrances, stay on authorized paths and respect restricted areas, including the hotel interior and golf course.
Park entry costs €2.50 per visitor, and children aged 12 and under enter free. Entry is also free for hotel guests, customers with confirmed reservations for hotel services such as restaurants, spa or golf, and residents of the Union of the Parishes of Vidago, Arcóssó, Selhariz, and Vilarinho das Paranheiras and Oura.
The hotel recommends a guided tour, subject to availability and advance booking. The tour includes access to the hotel interior, a brief history and a chance to taste water directly from the source. Ask the hotel about tour availability and booking before making plans.
How do you get from Chaves to Vidago?
Driving from Chaves to Vidago covers an estimated 17.4 km and takes about 18 minutes. The journey time is an estimate, so allow for changes in road conditions and check your route before departure. Petrus Hotel is a place to stay in Chaves before or after the trip.
A direct bus from Chaves to Vidago has been reported to take about 26 minutes, with three services daily from Monday through Saturday. Timetables can change, so confirm the current service with the operator before relying on it.
Chaves city centre has historic sights to explore alongside a trip to Vidago. A walking guide to Chaves city centre can help you plan time in town around the trip.
Exploring Vidago Palace can make a worthwhile addition to a Chaves visit.
How do you check reservations and opening details?
Park hours vary by season: the hotel gives 8:00 AM–6:00 PM from November to April and 8:00 AM–7:00 PM from May to October. Entry conditions, tour availability and booking details can change, so check the official site before you go.
For guided-tour inquiries and bookings, call +351 279 990 901 or email reception@vidagopalace.com. Reception can be reached at +351 276 990 902, hotel reservations at +351 276 990 920, thermal spa at +351 276 990 970, and golf at +351 276 990 980.
FAQs
Can non-guests visit Vidago Palace park?
Yes. Non-guests may visit under the hotel’s visitor-access conditions. Use the designated entrances and stay on authorized paths.
How much does park entry cost?
Entry costs €2.50 per visitor, and children aged 12 and under enter free. Some hotel customers and local residents also qualify for free entry.
Can you tour the hotel interior?
The hotel recommends a guided tour that includes the interior, a brief history and a water tasting. Tours depend on availability and require advance booking.