Guimarães: The Birthplace of Portugal
Guimarães is one of the most important historical cities in Portugal. Its historical center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a unique and inspiring atmosphere for INISTA 2026.
Conference Venue
Hotel de Guimarães hosts the INISTA 2026.
Hotel de Guimarães is situated in the centre of Guimarães, a city classified as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, and is an excellent and modern four-star hotel where the quality of the services provided and the client’s satisfaction are their primal goal.
Hotel de Guimarães abides by the Quality Management System, certified in accordance with the European norm ISO 9001-2000.
Hotel de Guimarães ****
Rua Eduardo Manuel de Almeida, 4810-440 Guimarães
Equipped with modern congress facilities, the hotel provides the perfect environment for scientific exchange and professional networking in a comfortable and sophisticated setting.
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Accommodation
Stay at the Venue
For the convenience of all participants, accommodation is available directly at the conference site. The hotel features spacious rooms, an indoor pool, a health club, and a high-quality restaurant.
Alternative Accommodation Options
In addition to the main conference venue, alternative accommodation choices and special booking rates are available through the official travel agency platform.
Abreu Online Booking PlatformHow to Get There
By Plane
The nearest airport is Porto (OPO). You can also fly to Lisbon (LIS) and take the Alfa Pendular train to Guimarães.
By Train
Hourly urban trains run between Porto (S. Bento or Campanhã) and Guimarães. The Alfa Pendular connects major cities directly to Guimarães.
By Bus
Frequent bus services connect Guimarães to major cities like Porto, Braga, and Lisbon via Rede Expressos.