The Boat

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

About this property

Beachfront Location: The Boat in Ovar offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying sea views and a tranquil setting. Modern Facilities: The property features a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi in public areas. Additional amenities include a child-friendly buffet, coffee shop, outdoor seating, and picnic area. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms offer air-conditioning, balconies, and terraces. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide comfortable spaces for all guests. Dining Experience: The modern restaurant serves Mediterranean, Portuguese, seafood, Spanish, and international cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Nearby Attractions: Praia do Areinho is 1.7 km away, while Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 51 km from the property. Other points of interest include Europarque and Santa Maria da Feira Castle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. It was really nice and ’different’. The owner was really nice and helpful.”
Sofia
Germany Germany
“We liked everything about it: the experience, the location, the kayak experience, the host's friendliness...”
Catarina
Portugal Portugal
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A estadia correu lindamente, tudo impecável! O dono foi extremamente profissional e atencioso. A experiência de dormir num barco foi única — para mim e, sobretudo, para as meninas, foi algo inesquecível. Recomendo vivamente!”
Rui
Portugal Portugal
“It had air-conditioner, it had a cool shower (the water was nice and hot), very comfortable bed and the host was very gracious! We saw jellyfishes 🪼 and went kayaking at sunset 🌅”
Aileen
Germany Germany
“Besonders gut hat uns natürlich der Aufenthalt auf diesem kleinen aber feinen Juwel gefallen. Unser 8 jähriger hatte Geburtstag 🎂 und wird diesen Geburtstag niemals vergessen. Die Kanutour mit dem vorhandenen Kanu war ein richtiges Abenteuer für...”
Filipe
Portugal Portugal
“Excelente localização. A simpatia e esforço em tornar tudo perfeito por parte do proprietário.”
Fernanda
France France
“Séjour exceptionnel et inédit nous avons séjourné à 4 dans ce joli bateau avec toutes les commodités. Très propre petit déjeuner copieux et varie notre hôte José a été d'une grande amabilité et connaît toutes les bonnes adresses pour boire un...”
Inês
Portugal Portugal
“Da experiência de dormir num barco, da hospitalidade do anfitrião e da cozinha com a diversidade de opções para o pequeno almoço.”
Sara
Portugal Portugal
“Localização do barco permite explorar as redondezas descobrindo as maravilhas de Ovar, a praia do Furadouro e de Estremoz. Disponibilidade do anfitrião. Decoração do barco e limpeza do mesmo.”
Mjmjmjmjmjmj
Spain Spain
“Es una experiencia diferente eso de dormir en un barco. Lo recomiendo. Además la atención fue estupenda el dueño muy amable y simpático. Muchas gracias 😊”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurante Oxalá
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Portuguese • Seafood • Spanish • International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.