INNSiDE by Meliá opens in Portugal

Lifestyle hotel brand INNSiDE by Meliá has just opened its first property in Portugal – the INNSiDE Braga Centro in the iconic Retiro das Convertidas building has been fully renovated to offer guests a seamless blend of leisure and business…

swimming pool and gardens of INNSiDE by Meliá in Portugal

Located in the heart of the city, just steps away from the Portas de Braga and the majestic Sé de Braga Cathedral, Braga Centro is the latest addition to the INNSiDE by Meliá portfolio. The property features garden areas, swimming pools and a spa, offering a perfect blend of leisure and business. With its designer spaces, casual atmosphere designed to unwind and inspire, and accessible premium service, the hotel is the perfect starting point to discover the local scene in the city.

swimming pool and garden reflections at Melia Braga

Image credit: Meliá Hotels International

The hotel boasts 109 rooms designed with a sleek, contemporary aesthetic that combines style with functionality, ensuring guests enjoy a premium stay. Each room is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and sustainable features and, depending on the room category, guests can also enjoy additional amenities like a yoga mat or a premium coffee machine.

While some rooms offer stunning city views, others overlook a serene private garden complete with a terrace, offering guests a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. The Loft rooms, characterised by their spacious layout and dedicated workspace, cater particularly well to business travellers seeking comfort and productivity during their stay.

The two swimming pools—one indoor and one outdoor— are ideal for unwinding and refreshing. Indulge in the extraordinary wellness space, complete with a fully equipped gym for fitness enthusiasts on the go, and a spa featuring an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room. Here, guests can rejuvenate with a range of luxurious treatments aimed at relaxation and revitalisation, ensuring a truly pampering experience during their stay.

Innside Melia Braga Centro

Image credit: Meliá Hotels International

INNSiDE Braga Centro also features a dining space inspired by the old Retiro das Convertidas called ‘Convertidas.’ Open to the public, this restaurant aims to stimulate all the senses with delicious local and international dishes, live music, and art exhibitions, all set in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

For those guests looking to combine work and pleasure, the hotel has several meeting rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the perfect setting for any event or business meeting.

Braga, located in the north of Portugal, is one of the country’s oldest cities, founded more than two thousand years ago and becoming an important centre of religious worship during the Middle Ages. Today, Braga boasts a lively university scene and a wide range of tourist attractions. In addition to the Portas de Braga and the Sé de Braga Cathedral, visitors can explore the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or enjoy a stroll through the Garden of Santa Bárbara and the Biscainhos Museum.

Main image credit: Meliá Hotels International