Mercearia Da Vila - Ponte de Lima

Family-run guesthouse in Ponte de Lima's historic square with a 1906 grocery store heritage

Amenities & History

Mercearia Da Vila occupies a building that has belonged to the same family since 1906, with the original grocery store artifacts still on display. The ground floor café serves Portuguese tapas, hot homemade cake, and tea, while the shared lounge and kitchen offer guests a place to cook or relax. Safety features include smoke alarms and fire extinguishers, and the property provides an ATM/cash machine on site and luggage storage.

Rooms

Each room at Mercearia Da Vila is individually decorated with soft colors and wooden floors, and some include a spa bath in the bathroom. All rooms have large windows with views of the historic square or the church, plus air conditioning, heating, and a flat-screen TV. Room names are taken from grocery items, such as 'quarto de chocolate', reflecting the building's past as a family store.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Mercearia Da Vila sits in the historic center of Ponte de Lima, steps from the river and the main square with restaurants and shops. The Ponte Lima Golf Club is a 7-minute drive away, and the Corno do Bico Protected Landscape offers hiking trails along the Lima River. Guests on the Portuguese Camino find the location convenient, as the property is right on the route near the bridge.

Dining & Breakfast

A daily buffet breakfast is served in the room that was the original family grocery store, filled with antique bottles and memorabilia. The breakfast includes fresh orange juice, coffee made to order, homemade cake, cheeses, cured meats, yogurt, cereals, and jams. Guests who leave early receive a packed breakfast to go, and the café offers Portuguese tapas and tea throughout the day.

Children & Families

Mercearia da Vila offers family rooms with twin configurations that sleep multiple generations, and the shared kitchen allows families to prepare meals. Children are welcomed with homemade snacks at arrival and can enjoy the same breakfast options as adults in the historic dining room. The pedestrian-only street outside provides a quiet environment, and free public parking is available nearby.

• History: Family-run since 1906 with original grocery store artifacts
• Rooms: Individually decorated rooms with views of the square
• Location: Steps from the river and Portuguese Camino route
• Dining: Portuguese tapas, homemade cake, and buffet breakfast
• Family: Shared kitchen and twin rooms for multi-generational stays

License number: 3006