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Vila Gale Hotel

4 Star Spa Hotel

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Located in Ericeira, a beautful fishing town just 35 minutes north west of Lisbon. Right in the centre of town & overlooking surf beach Praia da Sul

Extras:
Satsanga Spa. 2 Swimming pools - one with Ocean sea water. Spectacular outdoor lounge area overlooking Ocean & Beach

 

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Facilities:

  • Fitness centre facing Ocean
  • Ocean water swimming pool
  • Regular swimming pool
  • Sunlounging decking area overlooking Ocean
  • Bar & Cocktail lounge
  • Cliff top Restaurant
  • Pool table
  • Wifi in lobby and lounge
  • Air-conditioning
  • Telephone
  • Secure parking
  • Mini-bar
  • Power shower, bath & bidet
  • Daily Room Cleaning & Fresh Towels
  • Room Service

Spa Facilities:

  • Sauna
  • Turkish baths
  • Jacuzzi
  • Vichy bath
  • Shiatsu Massage
  • Tailandesa Massage
  • Romeo and Juliet Massage
  • Stone Massage
  • Algae therapy
  • Chocotherapy
Room Type:

  • Twin Room with Land View
  • Twin Room with Sea View
  • Twin Room with Sea View & Balcony
  • Extra Bed (on request) - add 30% to above costs
  • Extra Bed for under 12s FREE
 
  • We visited Ericeira for a week in mid-May 2010, travelling as a family of three with a 20 months old. We travel often and found Ericeira to be one of the best spots we have visited.  Highlights:
    - The town is a picturesque village with cobbled marble streets, great little shopping boutiques and a delicious gourmet supermarket
    - The local people were very friendly and there were very few non Portuguese in the town
    - Restaurants were eager to accommodate a toddler with high chairs and vegetable soup available on the menu everywhere, often toys too
    - Food in restaurants was incredibly good value, with three courses for two people plus wine and beer  generally costing 40-60 Euros in total
    - We tried most of the restaurants on Nicky’s list and were happy with the food and service in all, particularly Furnas seafood for lunch on the last day
    - Surf lessons were excellent and the other students we met agreed, particularly in the way the coaches pushed students to improve and got results
    - Surf was good with decent swell everyday. Lesson times moved an hour or two either way to ensure the waves were at their best during lesson time, depending on tides and wind. Even though I'm a intermediate surfer, I still took lessons and was in a group with mainly beginners. The instructors let me go out the back and would give me tips etc mid way during the lesson and a few days one of the instructors came out the back with me for 45 mins at the end of the lesson and gave a lesson on wave selection, take off, direction and turning. My surfing improved immensely in the week. 
    - Boardwalk and cafes at surf beach (Foz Lizandro) were modern and new
    - Beach directly in front of Vila Gale Hotel was good for toddlers at low tide, but too dangerous at high tide
    - Beach at other end of beach to Vila Gale Hotel was great in the morning for children because the escarpment of rock above it provided shade
    - Water temperature was a bit chilly for children in May but the toddle pool in Vila Gale Hotel was warm enough
    - Possibly the town gets very busy in high season but it seemed relaxed and not too busy in May.  We didn’t need to book restaurants in advance.
    - Vila Gale was a clean Hotel, we had a room with two big balconies overlooking the Atlantic, great views and morning sun.  Balconies were safe for a curious toddler because they were concrete up to hip height so climbing up was impossible.  Staff in the hotel breakfast room tolerated a messy child well.
    - Vila Gale have a children’s play area with swings, (great) slide, see saw and climbing area.  Ideal for about a 3 year old but our child managed to enjoy it even though he was younger
    - Hotel room had a fridge to keep milk for toddler
    - From discussion with other travellers the Eco Lodge might be a better option if you have older children, but with a small child the hotel suited us well-especially for proximity to town and beach
    - Main town square is a great spot to sit, it gets a breeze and the trees keep it cool, local children and dogs run around
    - English speaking pharmacist in chemist on main town square in case you need it
    - Outdoor craft market in main street on Saturday afternoons
    - Seamus and Steph from Dublin & Laois

  • We had a great time in Ericeira. The hotel was class, clean and very well kept.
    Ericeira was great, unspoiled with hardly any tourists and the people were friendly.
    The surf was good, much better than Lahinch (when I was there this summer).
    The guys from the surf school were cool and very easy going and also very professional. Foodwise I can recommend Restaurant Prim (just off the square) for steak. We had seafood in Tik Tak which was delicious. We would definitely go back and book with Surfholidays again. Take it easy. Gary, Tipperary, Ireland

  • The surf holiday was absolutely fantastic, the hotel was amazing.  The surf was savage when we were there, we mainly went to Foz do Lisandro and it was really consistent. Quite a sharp takeoff but a lovely left that I enjoyed all week. Also went to another beach that i just can’t remember the name of, but it was essentially 10 mins north of the town, and there was monster surf there, probably some of the best surfing I’ve ever done. All in all a great holiday and have been recommending you since. John, Dublin 

  • Thank you for organising what was a brilliant holiday! We had a class time, absolutely amazing surf holiday!  Surfing was so much fun! Everyone at Na Onda was really friendly and the instructors were so nice. The hotel was very nice, staff were very helpful and the location was incredible, it felt like we were on a boat we were so close to the sea.  Ericeira was lovely, pretty little town that was very chilled out.  We couldn't believe how cheap it was to eat out, we tried most of the restaurants you recommended, they were all really good, we really liked tik tak. 
    Will definitely be going back next year! Oh and you were right, it was a lovely walk to the beach!
    Kate, Dublin

  • Thank you so much for organising such a  super surfing holiday in Ericeria, Portugal. We had an absolute ball. Na onda surf school were absolutely brilliant, the lads that were instructing were great fun but also so passionate about the surfing that it was hard not to get as enthusiastic as they were. As we were there for two weeks we ended up doing 10 days of lessons with them. The whole set up was really professional, we always felt safe and knew we were being watched over by them all. The Villa Gale was a fabulous hotel, the amenities were great and if i was going again i would defiantly stay there again. Ericeria was such  cool Little town and we found lots of fun even when it was quiet during the week. I would recommend Tik tak, tik tapas and also "La Pizza" which is off the main square opposite the surf ericeria shop was Delicious food. All in all we had a ball and i have already given your details to lots of my Friends as i would recommend the trip to almost everyone. Thanks once again and you will defiantly be hearing from me in the future.
    Take care
    Louisa, Ireland

  • We had a fantastic surf holiday. The hotel was really nice, thank you for the recommendation on that.  Toby and all the surf guys really looked after us well, I didn't quite get the hang of the surfing, but i'll keep trying. Ericera is an amazing place, we were just disappointed to be missing the reggae festival there this weekend. The whole holiday was really enjoyable and relaxing.Thank you so much for all your help. Hopefully be on to you for next year. Therese, Cork

  • We had a brilliant time. The place was lovely and the Hotel was really nice.
    We will definitely consider bringing a group back next year and stay in the Eco lodges if possible.
    Thanks for your help. Paula, Dublin

  • I really enjoyed the week in Ericera, the town itself is beautiful, very authentic and laid back. I loved that we didnt come across one Irish/English bar!!! The hotel I must say, for the price, was amazing! The staff couldnt have been more pleasent and helpful, the breakfast could fill you up for the day and the location could not have been more perfect!
    We surfed on four days with the surf school. Overall we had a fantastic time and I have recommended the surf holiday to friends in work. We will definately be returning to Ericeira and would definately stay in Vila Gale again, perhaps in September. Regards, Maire-Therese, Portsmouth

  • Town is great, very handy to Lisbon, lovely setting, great food.  Hotel was gorgeous, great pool area, nice rooms, good overall value. Shane, Dublin

  • Hotel was fantastic, great facilities with lovely pools, food and views over beach and Atlantic. We really liked Ericeria town; Tik Tak was probably the best restaurant, Bamboo Bar for drinks and cocktails and Limpoco restaurant & bar at Lazandro beach is also really good with great views. The surf was very powerful and the surf instructors were really good and there were lots of them. All in all, it was really enjoyable surfing holiday - so thank you. Imelda, Dublin

  • Great surf holiday in Ericeira. Great surf, great weather, Foz do Lizandro beach is class and the guys at Na Onda surf school were sound. Town is nice, quiet during the week, a class atmosphere at the weekend. I have never seen a town so clean. Cool little shops around town. The hotel was grand, views were amazing, breakfast was ok , the fruit very tasty. Overall, good spot would definately recomend the town and would go back.
    Diarmuid, Waterford and Deirdre, Roscommon – Ireland

  • Ya we had a great time. The town its self was nice and chilled out not to much in the way of pubs and clubs but we made your own craic. Restaurants were beautiful and the price of food and drink was fairly cheap. Hotel was brilliant, location, facilities and breakfast were perfect. It made the surf holiday for the girls whom all loved the pool and the views.The surf school were very good. The lads were very helpful and kept a close eye on us all, so the men could relax and not worry about the girls getting into trouble. All in all we had a great week and would definitely go back. Thanks a million, Ray – Galway, Ireland

  • We had a fantastic time, the hotel was really nice, thank you for the recommendation on that.  Toby and all the surf instructors really looked after us well, I didn't quite get the hang of the surfing, but i'll keep trying. Ericera is an amazing place, we were just disappointed to be missing the reggae festival there this weekend. The whole surf holiday was really enjoyable and relaxing. Thank you so much for all your help. Hopefully be on to you for next year. Therese, Ireland

  • Was a great surfing holiday the town had some beautiful restaurants like Pinta & Pedra Dura. The food was reasonably priced. There is plenty of shops which to brows and buy, some gems like Rustica and surfing gear outlets we thought were great. The people are all very helpful. There was one nightclub which was jammers, but good craic and unusual credit card drink buying system. The hotel view, rooms, location, food, staff and hospitality was great. The surfing was very good, the instructor were very helpful and has very good English. Think we will try the surfing again. In all a great holiday and think we would go back to Ericeira again. Tom, Ireland

  • Thanks for everything. Had a great holiday. Super place - Dermot, Ireland

  • Holiday in Ericeira was terrific.  The views from the hotel room were amazing.The surfing was a blast -  Norm, UK

  • Great place - it was our honeymoon and the hotel was perfect. Ericeira is charming, friendly people, great beaches, amazing surf and top Cuisine - especially the seafood - Chris and Traecy, Newcastle
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Date range   Twin Land view 2 Ppl - Per week
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Apr-10 29-May-10 Avail €525
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03-Jul-10 10-Jul-10 Avail €672
10-Jul-10 17-Jul-10 Avail €672
17-Jul-10 24-Jul-10 Avail €700
24-Jul-10 31-Jul-10 Avail €700
31-Jul-10 07-Aug-10 Avail €782
07-Aug-10 14-Aug-10 Avail €800
14-Aug-10 21-Aug-10 Avail €800
21-Aug-10 28-Aug-10 Avail €800
28-Aug-10 04-Sep-10 Avail €760
Sep-10 Sep-10 Avail €672
Oct-10 Oct-10 Avail €525
Nov-10 Mar-11 Avail €615

Date range   Twin Sea view 2 Ppl - Per week
Jan-10 Mar-10 Avail €560
Apr-10 29-May-10 Avail €630
29-May-10 05-Jun-10 Avail €630
05-Jun-10 12-Jun-10 Avail €630
12-Jun-10 19-Jun-10 Avail €630
19-Jun-10 26-Jun-10 Avail €630
26-Jun-10 03-Jul-10 Avail €685
03-Jul-10 10-Jul-10 Avail €845
10-Jul-10 17-Jul-10 Avail €845
17-Jul-10 24-Jul-10 Avail €845
24-Jul-10 31-Jul-10 Avail €845
31-Jul-10 07-Aug-10 Avail €942
07-Aug-10 14-Aug-10 Avail €957
14-Aug-10 21-Aug-10 Avail €957
21-Aug-10 28-Aug-10 Avail €957
28-Aug-10 04-Sep-10 Avail €915
Sep-10 Sep-10 Avail €812
Oct-10 Oct-10 Avail €630
Nov-10 Mar-11 Avail €745

Date range   Twin Sea view w/ Balcony 2 Ppl - Per week
Jan-10 Mar-10 Avail €579
Apr-10 29-May-10 Avail €665
29-May-10 05-Jun-10 Avail €665
05-Jun-10 12-Jun-10 Avail €665
12-Jun-10 19-Jun-10 Avail €665
19-Jun-10 26-Jun-10 Avail €665
26-Jun-10 03-Jul-10 Avail €715
03-Jul-10 10-Jul-10 Avail €876
10-Jul-10 17-Jul-10 Avail €876
17-Jul-10 24-Jul-10 Avail €876
24-Jul-10 31-Jul-10 Avail €876
31-Jul-10 07-Aug-10 Avail €982
07-Aug-10 14-Aug-10 Avail €999
14-Aug-10 21-Aug-10 Avail €999
21-Aug-10 28-Aug-10 Avail €999
28-Aug-10 04-Sep-10 Avail €945
Sep-10 Sep-10 Avail €845
Oct-10 Oct-10 Avail €665
Nov-10 Mar-11 Avail €799