Best Hotels in Douro Valley

Set on a hill boasting views of the terraced vineyards of the UNESCO World Heritage Douro valley and the Douro River, this newly renovated 19th century manor house offers guests therapeutic spa retreats, wine tastings and a mirror-effect outdoor infinity pool. Enfolded by a philosophy of creating experiences while concerning about the environment in which it is inserted, Six Senses Douro Valley combines elegance with the reality and history of the region, boasting a décor based on natural materials such as wood and stone. Rooms at the Six Senses feature contemporary interiors, are air-conditioned, have a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom with bath, a rain shower and free toiletries. At the Wine Library guests will find more than 750 references of vintages from the region, collected by two wine directors, and a variety of tapas and cheeses to complement the wine tastings. The hotel’s Vale Abraão restaurant combines 3 ambiances, including an open kitchen, a wood burning stove and a fine dining, offering guests gourmet and international cuisine delights. A varied buffet breakfast including sweet and savory dishes is served each morning. The 8-hectare property covers a number of relaxing and meditation open-air areas in the surrounding woods, as well as an organic garden of vegetables and herbs. Wellness and Yoga programs are available and the Six Senses Spa has 10 treatment rooms and offers a variety of therapies, some of which are grape and wine based. Guests can also relax in the heated indoor pool with water jets, aromatic saunas, arctic showers and soft waterbeds, or retire to the library and peruse a book whist enjoying a fine wine or a cocktail. A gym with professional guidance is also at guests’ disposal. Guest Experience Makers are available to guarantee guests a unique experience. The Six Senses Douro Valley is 78.9 miles from Porto International Airport.

- "Excellent accommodations, nice architecture, outstanding restaurant, a big offer of wines and a warm" - "Amazing will come back the spa was fantastic including all their staff in The property" - "A wonderful property in a glorious setting with first rate staff. We absolutely loved our stay." - "Gorgeous" - "Stunning hotel, highly recommend"

Spreading along the banks of the Corgo River, Quinta do Vallado - Douro Wine Hotel is a design hotel surrounded by a vineyard. The picturesque garden contains an outdoor pool and sun terrace. Each of the air-conditioned rooms and suites contains a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a docking station. Some have a balcony with views of the river. Free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel. A buffet breakfast is provided daily, and room service is available upon request. Refreshments can be bought at the snack bar, or guests can enjoy a glass of local Douro wine at the bar. The restaurant is available upon reservation. Quinta do Vallado - Douro Wine Hotel organizes a visit to the cellar with wine tasting sessions, everyday at 17:00. There are plenty of options to explore the region with hiking trails and river fishing nearby. The hotel’s bicycles can be used free of charge. After an active day, a massage service is available or guests can relax in the library. Spa treatments are subject to reservation. There is free private parking provided and an airport shuttle service is available. The city of Porto and Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport are within 62 mi of the property.

- "Amazing place to stay, indulge and relax." - "Peaceful and comfortable play to stay whilst visiting the Douro Valley" - "Pick Quinta do Vallardo - I had no regrets" - "Relaxing time with 3 course dinners with wine pairings, wonderful winery tour and tasting and spa." - "Exceptional place. Love it!" - "Magnificent food, service, rooms, grounds, and pool. Stay here." - "It could not have been more wonderful. Breakfast on the Patio and a wine tasting tour were included."

Casa Pinhão De Sousa offers accommodations in Vieira do Minho, 7.4 miles from Canicada Lake and 9.1 miles from Sao Bento da Porta Aberta Sanctuary. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking. The property provides barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture. Providing a terrace with mountain views, this vacation home also offers a cable TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests at the vacation home can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Geres Thermal Spa is 12 miles from Casa Pinhão De Sousa, while Parque Nacional da Peneda Geres is 16 miles away. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 51 miles from the property.

Set within the centenary wine estate of Quinta Casal de Celeirós- long associated with wine production and agriculture - The Manor House Celeirós is a collection of buildings that includes a hotel, a restaurant, a visitors' center, and winegrowing facilities. Together, they blend comfort and elegance to offer an authentic experience in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region.

- "Not long enough" - "A special treat" - "Perfect decompression" - "Charming stay, with amazing value for what you pay!" - "The Casa (hotel) had close links to Quinta da Portal where we had a great wines tasting session and an exceptional meal" - "Our stay was perfect!" - "Very nice place." - "Beautiful location, pool, restaurant and views" - "Very nice property with friendly staff. Good family room option for lower cost stay on vineyard"

Located in a former 18th-century wine estate, this luxury hotel overlooks vineyards and the Douro Valley. It has an outdoor pool with panoramic river views and offers spacious guestrooms with furnished balconies. Rooms at the The Vintage House - Douro include luxury bedding and modern furnishings. They come equipped with air conditioning a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. In the morning the hotel serves a breakfast buffet. The elegant Rabelo Restaurant features vaulted ceilings and offers regional cuisine. There is also an intimate bar with chandeliers and a fireplace. Guests can relax on a poolside sun lounger. The House Hotel has a tennis court and an on-site shop with wine tasting rooms. Nearby leisure activities include hiking and boat trips. The Vintage House - Douro is located in Pinhão, 164 feet from the Douro River. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free private on-site parking (with limited parking spaces). Special requests and preferences cannot be guaranteed. They are subject to availability upon check-in and may be subject to additional charges

- "Lovely traditional hotel. Comfortable but expensive." - "Stay of a lifetime. Sat drinking sparkling wine on balcony with River and vineyards below" - "Awesome" - "A wonderful stay—want to stay longer next time." - "Super, relaxing hotel." - "Memorable" - "Amazing stay at this incredible hotel" - "Beautiful location. Easy to walk around food was excellent" - "The Vintage House provided a beautiful place to stay in the midst of Douro Valley."

Octant Douro located in Vista Alegre, Castelo de Paiva. Offering a stunning infinity pool the hotel overlooks the Douro River blending itself with the surrounding nature. With 55 rooms and 6 suites, all with plenty of natural light and panoramic views. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free WIFI. Bathrooms include a free-standing tub as well as free toiletries. The on-site restaurant offers panoramic views of the natural surroundings and serves regional gastronomy. Guests may relax at the on-site bar and the lounge area. Using schist and glass views of the surrounding landscape, Octant Douro features 2 swimming pools, 2 conference rooms, a Spa with a hydrotherapy circuit and a gym. Octant Douro is set in the southern margin of the Douro River, km 41 of the N222 road. It is 6.2 mi from the center of Castelo de Paiva, 25 mi from Porto, 37 mi from Porto International Airport and 99 mi from the Spanish border.

- "The engaging , kind and thoughtful staff made this a perfect holiday" - "Lovely location, great food, great staff even dropped my phone off in to Porto as i for got it!" - "A little piece of heaven on Earth" - "Everything was above and beyond" - "Amazing" - "Such an amazing Hotel!" - "Incredible setting, missing a few touches to make it true luxury" - "Complete Chill"

With its own orchard and vineyard, this 4-star hotel is located 2625 feet from Lamego’s center. Guests at the Lamego can also savor the local cuisine for lunch and dinner. Leisure options at the Lamego Hotel & Life. Those who would like to stay active can take a walk in the quiet garden. The property features indoor pool, Nordic bath, training room and spa treatments. Located in Quinta da Vista Alegre, the hotel is 5 minutes’ drive from the majestic Lamego Cathedral and 47 mi from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport.

- "A perfect weekend retreat" - "A nice stop away from the more crowded Douro Valley for a little rest and recovery." - "Hotel was great for a 4 star hotel. Could be 5 stars with a few minor tweaks." - "Great hotel with good service." - "Nice but there are better accomodations"

Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, Casa do Rio Quinta do Vallado is located in Castelo Melhor, in the Norte Region Region, 8.1 mi from Vila Nova de Foz Coa and 29 mi from Mirandela. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site. Every room at this farm stay is air conditioned and is fitted with a TV. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bath robes and slippers provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. There is a shared lounge at the property and wine tasting take place everyday at 17:00. Spa treatments and restaurant are subject to prior reservation. Free use of bicycles is available at this farm stay and the area is popular for cycling and fishing.

- "The one" - "We loved it." - "We enjoyed very much! We’ll be back." - "Blissful" - "Perfect" - "Beautiful stay of the beaten path in the Douro Valley" - "Paradise!" - "A perfect place to stay to experience the Duoro Valley" - "Tranquil and Other Worldly luxury lodge. Wish we could have stayed longer." - "We also stayed at Quinta Valladol where the staffing levels were higher and it made a noticeable difference"

Located in a wine producing estate, on the right bank of Douro River, Quinta De La Rosa is a family owned property, 1.2 mi from Pinhão. Rooms at this working vineyard are spread over several levels. Offering river views, De La Rosa’s suites feature a seating area with a plush sofa, and a mini-bar. All guest rooms are air conditioned. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and features either a bath or a shower. Some bathrooms feature characteristic tiles on the walls. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet. A shaded terrace overlooking the river and vineyards provides the ideal setting for a meal. The property’s restaurant, Cozinha da Clara, is named after the owner's British grandmother, and takes inspiration from her home-cooking, with a menu featuring regionally-inspired dishes. During the harvest season, in September, guests can join the process of wine producing. There are daily guided visits and wine tastings both at La Rosa and nearby wineries. Guests can stroll through the vineyards and then relax under the vine-clad terraces. Vila Real is a 40-minute drive away, with many shopping and dining opportunities. Porto city is 75 mi away, with direct train services to Pinhão, traveling through the lush winding Douro valleys. Porto's Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport is a 95-minute drive away.

- "Incredible place to stay" - "Best location" - "Loved it. Great place to spend our Anniversary" - "Three fantastic days" - "Great place" - "A lovely way to make memories in the Douro valley" - "Great location to stay" - "We LOVED our stay at Quinta de la Rosa!" - "I highly recommend and would go back." - "Absolutely fabulous!" - "Highly recommend this comfortable Quinta close to Pinhao" - "Amazing.. should have stayed longuer to appreciate the amenities more."

Sitting in 120 hectares of Douro Valley vineyards, this traditional manor house has been converted into Portugal’s first wine hotel. At Quinta Nova Winery House – Relais & Châteaux, guests can get a real understanding of the spirit of the Douro Valley by observing wine making and farming activities, following the walkers’ trails and discovering the historic sites on the estate. When not sampling wine guests are invited for a walk through the scenic and tranquil countryside or just relax by the outdoor swimming pool. After enjoying a delicious meal, accompanied, of course, by the finest wine, retire to the comfort of your beautiful guest room. Overlooking the vineyards and the river, the luxurious rooms are decorated in a period style and guarantee every possible comfort. Quinta Nova Winery House – Relais & Châteaux features its own a train station, a heliport and a boat dock. Guests arriving by train benefit from a free shuttle between the train station and the main building. The nearest airport is Porto International Airport, 80 mi away.

- "Amazing romantic stay despite the unkind weather" - "Spectacular place to spend leisure time in the valley" - "A perfect 2 day stay to relax, recharge, reconnect & feel pampered" - "One of the best hotels we have stayed in!" - "Unreal" - "Beauty and comfort !" - "The best possible break where food matches river views and friendlyness of staff" - "Amazing!" - "Lovely stay in a beautiful Quinta in an exceptional location"