"Very pleasant, quiet, perfect space to rest from the challenges of day to day"

"Nobody talks to you about the discotheque that is below the residence, the bed is shaking with music until 4 a.m. Unable to sleep. Car races outside. Horrible, I'm about to leave the room at 2 a.m. and go"

"On arrival we discovered this pousada is a franchise and not fully part of the Pestana group. So, no Pestana points for a stay here. Hadn’t noticed that explained anywhere on the Pestana website. The location within the old fort is unbeatable with some rooms having views across the river to Tui in Spain. Our superior room with balcony was spacious and well decorated. Bed and bedding were both good. Bathroom was clean and spacious although it’s the only Pousada we’ve stayed at with a plastic shower curtain rather than glass screen. Also only soap, no body lotion or other toiletries provided, no bathrobes etc. Breakfast had considerably fewer options than other Pousadas and no staff regularly monitoring and topping up but there were very few staff and few guests. Reception and other staff were all friendly and helpful. The hotel is apparently in a transition phase so the bar and restaurant were also closed on some days. If these things are important to you, check before booking. Overall, the hotel seemed comparatively overpriced and very understaffed. Not a special stay"

"We checked into Hotel Lara after our 4th day of walking the Camino. We had experienced outstanding accommodation along the way with well trained staff. At Hotel Lara we were met (not welcomed) by an older male receptionist who seemed quite dismissive. The hotel is outdated and in need of a good clean and refurbishment. We were allocated a room on the first floor which was facing a busy main road. The room was spartan to say the least. No fresh/bottled water, fridge, tea/coffee facilities and two cheap plastic wrapped paper cups in the bathroom. The bed however, was comfortable and the breakfast room had a good selection food. We were not acknowledged or welcomed by the staff serving breakfast. This hotel is situated in the downtown area of Valença. If staying Valenca, search for accommodation in the old town or even Tui, which is approximately 1km down the road. We don’t recommend this establishment ."