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Flag Hotel Barcelos

Name: Flag Hotel Barcelos
Address: Rua de São Bento, n.º 7, Barcelos, PT

★★★·8.1/ 10Recommended

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📍Rua de São Bento, n.º 7 · Barcelos ↗

📞+00351253114705·Official site ↗

Check-in 03:00 PM / out 12:00 PM

Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageFax/photocopyingAll 25 facilities +

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The Flag Hotel Barcelos is located in the historic center of the charming city of Barcelos, in the heart of the Minho region, an area rich in culture and tradition. With a rich architectural heritage, as part of the Way of St. James, and the famous legend of the Rooster of Barcelos—a symbol of Portugal—the hotel is the perfect retreat for those who wish to explore the city’s history and beauty. This 3-star hotel features 37 comfortable rooms, many of which have balconies. Just a 2-minute walk from the shopping district, with stores, cafés, and restaurants, the Flag Hotel Barcelos offers the convenience of being close to everything, yet in a quiet and welcoming atmosphere. If you’re looking to explore the region, you’ll be just 20 km from Braga, Famalicão, and Viana do Castelo, and 40 km from Guimarães, making it the ideal starting point for discovering the Minho region. It’s the perfect choice for leisure stays, pilgrimages, group trips, or business travel, offering a comfortable and convenient stay right in the heart of the city.

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Turismo

Regional Cuisine

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This restaurant, with its impressive statue of a Barcelos cockerel by the entrance, stands out for its modern architecture in the heart of this historic town, a location close to all of Barcelos’ main tourist sights, and its impressive views of the river. It is divided into three elegantly decorated dining rooms with a glass-fronted wine cellar at the heart of everything, but it is the energy of the team here that is particularly impressive. The menu follows traditional lines with a few contemporary touches in dishes such as the sautéed alheira with apple purée, the grilled octopus with potato

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Palatial

fine_dining · ★ Michelin

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This is an unusual project, as it reflects a family business’s investment in diversification, encompassing the world of swimming pools, haute cuisine, and premium accommodation (they also offer 7 suites). The spacious and eye-catching premises, at the southern exit of the town, surprise visitors with a sort of wine tasting bar where they celebrate the region’s finest wines. In its elegant dining room, run by a professional team, they offer an à la carte service and two tasting menus (Tradition and Innovation) that change with the seasons and draw from the finest national seasonal produce. With

16.7km

O Filho da Mãe

portuguese

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The name, O Filho da Mãe (“The Mother’s Son”), is a tribute to the owner’s mother — as one might guess! This small, welcoming space was carefully designed by the owner himself who, after leaving the world of art and architecture, ventured into his new passion: gastronomy. Set on one of Braga’s picturesque streets near the city’s historic centre, the restaurant offers an innovative proposal with flavours inspired by South America, paying true tribute to tropical tastes. Dishes of wild tiger prawn served with coconut fried rice, saffron and ginger, and fresh handmade pastas such as Capelletti st

16.0km

Inato Bistrô

Contemporary

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The restaurant’s name is inspired by “InATO”, evoking something in motion — a concept also reflected in the menu, where dishes are served in different acts (Acts I, II, III and IV) or in a tasting menu composed of VII acts. This original bistro‑style restaurant, led by young chefs Miguel Rodrigues and Tiago Costa, presents a creative proposal that marries national and international influences, always crafted with products of excellent quality. Our recommendation? Start with Focaccias stuffed with oxtail with a gentle truffle sauce, then the house’s true star of the show, seafood rice with scar

16.0km

Ferrugem

Contemporary

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Set up in a former stable, it features décor that merges rustic and modern to preserve the identity of the place. The high-ceilinged dining area blends perfectly with the exposed stone walls, steel finishes and a charming, cosy chimney that descends from the ceiling. Chef Renato Cunha provides a traditional cuisine with modern touches, based on organic produce from the Minho region. The broad range includes à la carte options and four tasting menus: Ferrugem, Recortes de Portugal, Minho, and a vegetarian option (there are also choices for children). Among the delicacies are pickled mackerel se

16.4km

Esperança Verde

Modern Cuisine

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About a 10-minute walk from the city centre, just off the ring road, this restaurant is a pleasant surprise on the ground floor of a residential building. Under the guidance of chef Hugo Sousa, who succeeded his father António Sousa, now front of house and always impeccably attentive, the kitchen leans modern, technical and delicate, grounded in showcasing local produce. The concept offers two tasting menus: Irreverência (6 moments) and Entre o Campo e o Mar (9 moments). Standout dishes? We were impressed by the artisanal breads, Pão de centeio, Broa de milho e ananás and the region’s typical

16.5km

O Manel

Traditional Cuisine, Portuguese

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Its name derives from chef-owner Manuel de Oliveira, and it is easy to locate in a residential area on the outskirts of Nogueira known as Quinta da Pedra, which also offers pleasant gardens, parking and a terrace. In its elegant premises, or in the private rooms on the upper floor, you are offered a menu of traditional Portuguese cuisine prepared with care and seeking to unveil the secrets of Minho gastronomy. It is worth noting that certain dishes require advance booking of at least 24 hours, such as Galo no forno (roast cockerel), Cozido à portuguesa, Feijoada à Transmontana (bean and meat s

18.3km

Manjar dos Leitões

Regional Cuisine

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Who said you can’t enjoy a proper Bairrada-style suckling pig in Póvoa de Varzim, just like the ones served in central Portugal? At this establishment, right by National Road 13, you can enjoy the traditional leitão, here called Leitão assado a manjar, suckling pig roast, with crisp skin, wafer-thin chips, a generous salad and a flavoursome leitão sauce. And it would be impossible not to mention the other specialities that round out the menu, such as Bife de vazio à brasa, grilled bavette steak; the classic Bacalhau à lagareiro, salt cod with olive oil and garlic; Arroz de pato à antiga, old-s

18.7km

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Flag Hotel Barcelos

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