Hostelling International - accommodation in Vila Nova de Gaia

Tivoli Kopke provides an absolutely stunning property with exceptional customer service! Everything about the accommodations and amenities during our stay was outstanding! We cannot wait to return!

I didn't use the pool or the gym, so I can't comment much on them. I did enter the gym and noticed lack of equipment. One guy was in there hogging up the one treadmill and bike. I think the hotel could use a refillable water station in the gym as well. Our room was very clean and the staff were hospitable. Everyone knew English well, at least to my knowledge. The hotel was located centrally to all the places we wanted to visit, so that was convenient. I wish I had a chance to visit the bar but I lacked enough time on my stay. However, I ate dinner at the restaurant in the lobby. The food was better than average and had to say decently priced as an American. Lastly, the best part of this hotel was the breakfast. If you can, add the breakfast into the price of your stay, its a well valued deal. The bread, pastries, and the freshly squeezed juices were exceptional. If you desire eggs and bacon/sausage, they had that too! I personally loved the gourmet coffee to help me wake up in the mornings.

This place was very ideal to the local events and downtown Gaia, to catch the gondola, waterfront, etc!