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Vela Holiday

Our pick of the best Vela Hotel Deals

Luna Hotel Serra da Estrela

Luna Hotel Serra da Estrela

4 out of 5
Penhas da Saude, Covilhã
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$119
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (256 reviews)
Short stay on a long trip.
"A large hotel in a ski resort up in the mountains. Clean and well maintained. Plenty of parking. Key card didn't work when we tried to get into the room after checking in and failed again the next day. The buffet in the restaurant was well stocked but unless you were there early the food wasn't really ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Luna Hotel Serra da Estrela
Pousada da Serra da Estrela - Historic Hotel

Pousada da Serra da Estrela - Historic Hotel

4 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 339, Covilhã
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$165 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$165
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (325 reviews)
Breathe the fresh air
"Stunning private location and venue. We didn’t get much views of the valley from our Turrett room but it was nice to have our own balcony. The AC in the room isn’t that efficient at cooling but other than that, everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Pousada da Serra da Estrela - Historic Hotel
Luna Hotel dos Carqueijais

Luna Hotel dos Carqueijais

4 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 339, SERRA DA ESTRELA, Covilhã, Castelo Branco District
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$232 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$232
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Luna Hotel dos Carqueijais
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Frequently asked questions

What are the cheapest months to go to Vela?
January, February and April are the best times to look for cheap Vela holiday packages. Choosing to travel in less busy months means you'll typically find lower prices on hotels and flights.
How many days is enough for Vela?
Usually, a handful of days is enough to tick off the main attractions during your Vela holiday. But if you'd like to have some time to rest or take day tours, think about extending your itinerary.
How to find the best Vela package deals?
Start your search for a Vela package deal by entering your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab. Then select some filters, like "Property type" and "Popular locations," to fine-tune the results to your exact needs. You can also sort by "Package discount" and discover offers that come with huge savings. If you don't find the perfect Vela package deal right away, simply play around with your dates and search again. Remember that deals are only available for a limited time, so book early and get your Vela adventure off to a flying start.
When to book a holiday package to Vela?
Secure incredible bargains by reserving your flights ahead of time with Expedia. If being spontaneous is more your thing, grab one of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment Vela break.
How to plan a trip to Vela?

  1. Pick your dates: What you want to do in Vela and your favourite season will help you decide when to travel.
  2. Set your budget: Factor in expenses such as flights, transportation and food when working out how much to save for your trip to Vela. Then, select a property that fits your budget, whether that's a low-cost stay or a swankier getaway.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're more familiar with Vela, you can work out the right length of your holiday. Pull together a draft itinerary and allocate enough time to get through everything on your must-do list.
  4. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in order, you can combine your car rental, hotels, flights and more into a personalised Vela holiday package.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.