Hotel Dona Sofia

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lounge
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Largo S. João do Souto, 131, Braga, 4700-326
  • Place, Braga Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Garden
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Antigo Paço Episcopal & Around
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Braga

Located in Old Town Braga, Hotel Dona Sofia is next to Pius XII Museum and Archbishop's Palace. This 3-star hotel has 34 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Braga Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Garden - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Antigo Paço Episcopal & Around - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Archbishop's Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jardim de Santa Bárbara - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Braga Station - 15 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Favorita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frigideiras da Sé - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪São Marcos Street N43 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mal Amado - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pub Sports - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Dona Sofia

Guests of Hotel Dona Sofia enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and plasma TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, safes, and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 10 per day); discounts available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 5 spaces per unit)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests providing vaccination records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 10 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • 1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 4 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per day (492 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with discounted offsite parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up. Guests providing vaccination records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 10 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

Hotel Dona Sofia Braga
Hotel Dona Sofia
Dona Sofia Braga
Dona Sofia
Hotel Dona Sofia Hotel
Hotel Dona Sofia Braga
Hotel Dona Sofia Hotel Braga

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Dona Sofia?

Hotel Dona Sofia offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Hotel Dona Sofia?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Braga, just steps from Antigo Paço Episcopal & Around and Santa Barbara Garden, and within a short walk of Arco da Porta Nova. You'll also find BragaShopping and Archbishop's Palace less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Dona Sofia?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. You'll find a garage and max 5 spaces per unit.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Dona Sofia?

Spa services at the hotel include mani/pedis.

Does Hotel Dona Sofia have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Dona Sofia doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Dona Sofia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Dona Sofia?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar/lounge and manicures/pedicures.

Does Hotel Dona Sofia have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Dona Sofia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel Dona Sofia offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Hotel Dona Sofia allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Dona Sofia for a fee of EUR 20 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Dona Sofia have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Dona Sofia?

The closest major airport to Hotel Dona Sofia is Porto Airport (OPO), which is about 25.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Dona Sofia?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Dona Sofia.

Hotel Dona Sofia Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 379 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feelings of a boutique hotel, friendly staff, very clean, great location. My second time here. Will always try to stay here when in Braga.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very presentable, attentive, friendly and well done
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Despoina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great choice for Braga!

Great selection and in a very convenient location. The staff extremely nice and helpful! Very clean and with a decent breakfast. I would chooce it again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy walking to all the main areas of Braga. Parking was a plus in front of the hotel or across the street in their garage if spots are not available. Friendly and helpful staff. room was comfortable and decently cleaned. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

I was totally pleased with our overnight stay at the hotel. I booked it because the hotel has a few parking spaces, and we were lucky to score one. But the hotel itself is great, easy check in, friendly staff, comfortable beds, spacious room, nice clean bathroom, nice breakfast included, in the historical center of Braga.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit noisy with the on-going patch work on the street at the entrance, but I think it's only temporary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Helpful staff, good breakfast options, only has 5 free parking spots on site. Beds small (double is truly a double and not 2 twins put together) very uncomfortable but had great pillows!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Agradavel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Braga .for me hotel dona sofia was perfect by the center of the city .walkin distance for almost everything .service employees very good atention to all questions ..personal i recomend this hotel if you like be by the center of the city .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot has only 6 space
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great town centre location with only 6 car spaces.

Only 6 free parking spaces available which was not made clear on booking site. Staff very helpful but unable to accommodate parking issues. Not a good start to a break when you either have to feed the meter every 2 hours or park at extra expense. Great location otherwise. Breakfast was basic .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Braga is beautiful! Hotel Dona Sofia is also very lovely. When I checked in, I had a wonderful experience. The place was lovely, my room was great, everything was super clean. The night time staff was great. However, that night my A/C didn't work and it was in the upper 30's Celsius. The next day, I had to change rooms because I had made the reservations separately, and that's where the problem began. The day time front desk person is among the rudest I have encountered during my travels through Europe. I did bring that up, and they apologized, but it seems to be a local attitude because I found it everywhere I went, which made my trip very short. The second room was just as lovely and clean, but the A/C only worked for half the night. So, in the end a Hotel that could have gotten 4 stars is getting 3. For summer in Portugal you need to have A/C, and basic civility from your staff is a requirement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noite de São João

Muito bem localizado e com limpeza
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gré

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortabel.

Prima hotel als uitgangspunt om Braga te ontdekken. Ontbijt is heerlijk!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

관광지에 위치한 가성비 높은 호텔

가성비 좋고,관광지에서도 가까운 거리에 있어서 만족스렆습니다.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

tutto perfetto

Hotl gradevolissimo, personale di gentilezza squisita. Posizione strategica. Magari un po' piu' di attenzione all'utilizzo di prodotti locali per la colazione
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

EMILIA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Estaba cerca de los lugares de interes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

ADRIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente!

Hotel muito acolhedor, atendimento excelente, café da manhã farto é bem gostoso. Muito bem localizado, dá para fazer muita coisa a pé. O quarto de bom tamanho, roupas de cama e banho de boa qualidade, chuveiro bom. O estacionamento em frente ao hotel é grátis mas pequeno, na primeira noite colocamos o carro em uma garagem indicada pela recepção, na segunda conseguimos parar na frente. Recomendo muito este hote, ficamos muito satisfeitos com a estadia.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Genial

Genial, muy limpio,personal atento
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Una atención estupenda, buen desayuno y la situación es la mejor que se puede tener para visitar Braga caminando. El parking gratuito. En general genial. Volvería sin dudarlo
Verified

8/10 Good

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel in hervorragender Lage. Kostenlose Parkplätze. Ordentliches Frühstück. Hilfsbereites und freundliches Personal. Sauber und funktionell, aber sehr in die Jahre gekommen und verwohnt. Wo nimmt man z.B. sonst noch Lochkarten als Türöffner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente ubicación muy buen trato. Habitación muy amplia y cómoda. Limpieza excelente en el estacionamiento. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy recomendable!!

Excelente estadía, desayuno completo. El hotel está muy bien ubicado cerca del centro histórico. Excelente atención de los recepcionistas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen Cristina Rosa Dos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O hotel é excelente e muito bem localizado, os colaboradores são extremamente simpáticos e o café da manhã é maravilhoso. O único ponto de melhoria é que o sistema de ar-condicionado estragou em pleno verão, o que foi bem ruim.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

ANA MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótima opção de estadia em Braga

Hotel muito bem localizado na zona central desta linda e acolhedora cidade histórica, com poucas vagas de estacionamento disponível, o que demandou a busca de uma garagem paga (com desconto de 20%) ao custo de 8 Euros/dia; equipe não explicou a possibilidade de, a exemplo de Aveiro, utilizar vagas públicas nas ruas ao custo de 2 Euros no período de 9 as 19 hs ... outro problema foi que mesmo nosso quarto sendo no segundo andar com acesso por elevador, tivemos que descer meio lance de escadas com as malas [somos ambos idosos!]. O café da manhã é muito bom, assim como o quarto, conforto, etc, considerando o valor das diárias.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022