Vale do Rio Eco Hotel

Hotel Rural Vale do Rio was the first hotel in Portugal to run entirely on green energy. This eco hotel sits on the banks of the River Caima in Palmaz, Oliveira de Azeméis, and makes use of several renewable sources: hydro, solar thermal, photovoltaic, biomass and biodiesel.

Its interiors are inspired by the four elements: Earth, for the local flora and fauna; Air, for the clean surrounding atmosphere; Water, for the River Caima; and Fire, for the sun and its energy.

Set in nature, with plenty of space and every comfort for families, the property covers 10,000 square metres. Alongside the hotel and its Four Elements spa you'll find the mini hydro building, a restaurant, an events hall and extensive woodland.