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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel
Porto and North of Portugal · Portugal
Rua Comendador Jose Rufino, S/NView location
8.8/10Excellent63 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/10 9.4
Service9.4/10 9.4
Comfort9.0/10 9.0
Condition8.2/10 8.2
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood7.6/10 7.6
Amenities8.4/10 8.4
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About Forrester Essence Douro Hotel
This charming traditional inn is located in the village of Alijó, next to the Douro River.
Its name is homage to Joseph James Forrester, an English Businessman, who lived in Portugal during the XIX century and who in 1855 received the title of Baron from King Fernando II due to his dedication to the state and his contribution to the Douro and the Port wine.
Befitting for the name the historical hotel features vineyards and it is close to some of the most famous producers of Port wines. Located in the center of the village, it is inserted in the Douro Demarcated Region, making it the perfect place for a relaxing holiday.
Inside the Palacete, the Restaurant 'O Barão' offers a varied menu, inspired by traditional Portuguese cuisine and the use of local products.
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Slow cooking, great presence of vegetables, sensible use of spices, simplicity and harmony of the flavors of the dishes, is the set of these elements that characterize our cuisine. The Palacete breathes a contemporary atmosphere, keeping its Douro roots visible in every detail.
The Douro atmosphere is also visible in each of the unit's 21 rooms, referring the visitor to moments and landscapes of the Douro valley.
A stay at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel places you in the heart of Alijó, steps from Igreja Matriz de Alijo and Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro.
This pousada is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Bread and Wine Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions.
Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Free self parking is available onsite.
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Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
anytime
Check-out until
12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Professional property host/manager
Pets allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 20
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 44
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Important information
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You need to know
- The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 31.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Property Registration Number 1515
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.5 for children
- Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
Portuguese
English
French
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Igreja Matriz de Alijo
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bread and Wine Museum
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Adega de Favaios
3.2 km / 2 mi
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mercy
4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Ujo Viewpoint
8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Duoro River
9.7 km / 6 mi
Casal de Loivos Viewpoint
13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Vale do Tua Interpretive Center
14.1 km / 8.7 mi
Church of Sabrosa
15.3 km / 9.5 mi
House of Ferdinand Magellan
15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Quinta do Crasto
16.1 km / 10 mi
Quinta do Bomfim
17.2 km / 10.7 mi
Hotel facilities & services
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- Year of construction: 1942
- Year of most recent renovation: 2013
- Number of floors (main building): 2
- Double rooms: 18
- Superior rooms: 1
- Family rooms: 1
- Accessible rooms: 1
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- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
Meal plans
Meal plan types
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Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- TWO BEDS
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Double or Twin TWO BEDS
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- Double or Twin
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- TWO BEDS
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Room code: DBT.2B
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Double or Twin DELUXE TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • DELUXE TWO BEDSDBT.2B-DX
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- Double or Twin
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- DELUXE TWO BEDS
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Double or Twin DELUXE TWO BEDS
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE TWO BEDS
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Room code: DBT.2B-DX
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JUNIOR SUITE POOL VIEWJUNIOR SUITE • POOL VIEWJSU.VP
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- JUNIOR SUITE
- View / characteristic
- POOL VIEW
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JUNIOR SUITE POOL VIEW
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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- JUNIOR SUITE
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- POOL VIEW
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Room code: JSU.VP
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DOUBLE DELUXE WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • DELUXE WITH BALCONY • 1 Bedroom • 49 m²DBL.BL-DX
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Non-smoking room- Room size
- 49 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE WITH BALCONY
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Room amenities
- Wi-fi
- Cable TV
- Balcony
- TV
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DOUBLE DELUXE WITH BALCONY
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- 49 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE WITH BALCONY
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Room code: DBL.BL-DX
Room amenities
- Wi-fi
- Cable TV
- Balcony
- TV
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Double or Twin SUPERIOR POOL VIEWDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR POOL VIEWDBT.SU-VP
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR POOL VIEW
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Double or Twin SUPERIOR POOL VIEW
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR POOL VIEW
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Room code: DBT.SU-VP
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DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED
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Room code: DBL.DB-SU
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Double or Twin DELUXE KING BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE KING BEDDBT.DX-KG
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE KING BED
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Double or Twin DELUXE KING BED
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE KING BED
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Room code: DBT.DX-KG
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DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 41 m²DBL.DX
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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- Wi-fi
- TV
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DOUBLE DELUXE
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- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.DX
Room amenities
- Wi-fi
- TV
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STUDIO KING SIZE BEDSTUDIO • KING SIZE BEDSTU.KG
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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STUDIO KING SIZE BED
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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Room code: STU.KG
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Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
- Room type
- Room
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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Room STANDARD
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- Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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- Room
- View / characteristic
- STANDARD
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Room code: ROO.ST
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Double or Twin SUPERIORDouble or Twin • SUPERIORDBT.SU
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Non-smoking room- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- 220V power supply
- Housekeeping
- Smoke detector
- Cable TV
- Bathrobes
- Background music
- Cot on demand
- Wake-up service
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- Wi-fi
- Central heating
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Minibar
- Radio
- TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Bathroom
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Double or Twin SUPERIOR
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Non-smoking room- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBT.SU
Room amenities
- 220V power supply
- Housekeeping
- Smoke detector
- Cable TV
- Bathrobes
- Background music
- Cot on demand
- Wake-up service
- Wi-fi
- Central heating
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Minibar
- Radio
- TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Bathroom
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Double or Twin PREMIUMDouble or Twin • PREMIUMDBT.PI
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- PREMIUM
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Double or Twin PREMIUM
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- PREMIUM
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Room code: DBT.PI
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DOUBLE ONE BEDROOM ONE BATHROOMDOUBLE • ONE BEDROOM ONE BATHROOM • 1 Bedroom • 41 m²DBL.1W-B1
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- ONE BEDROOM ONE BATHROOM
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Wi-fi
- Cable TV
- TV
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DOUBLE ONE BEDROOM ONE BATHROOM
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Non-smoking room- Room size
- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- ONE BEDROOM ONE BATHROOM
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.1W-B1
Room amenities
- Wi-fi
- Cable TV
- TV
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Double or Twin SUPERIOR KING BEDDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBT.KG-SU
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR KING BED
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Double or Twin SUPERIOR KING BED
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- SUPERIOR KING BED
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Room code: DBT.KG-SU
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SUITE GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUITE • GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM • 1 Bedroom • 56 m²SUI.B1-GV
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 56 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room amenities
- Desk
- Cable TV
- TV
- Central heating
- Balcony
- Wi-fi
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SUITE GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM
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Non-smoking room- Room size
- 56 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 2–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- SUITE
- View / characteristic
- GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: SUI.B1-GV
Room amenities
- Desk
- Cable TV
- TV
- Central heating
- Balcony
- Wi-fi
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Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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Double or Twin DELUXE
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE
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Room code: DBT.DX
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Double or Twin CLASSICDouble or Twin • CLASSICDBT.AS
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- CLASSIC
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Double or Twin CLASSIC
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- CLASSIC
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Room code: DBT.AS
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DOUBLE PRESTIGEDOUBLE • PRESTIGE • 1 Bedroom • 41 m²DBL.PT
Room overview
Non-smoking room- Room size
- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- PRESTIGE
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Room amenities
- TV
- Cable TV
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DOUBLE PRESTIGE
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Non-smoking room- Room size
- 41 m²
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
- Bed setup
- Queen-size bed 150-154 width
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- PRESTIGE
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.PT
Room amenities
- TV
- Cable TV
- Wi-fi
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Double or Twin CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDouble or Twin • CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDBT.AS-QN
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- CLASSIC QUEEN BED
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Double or Twin CLASSIC QUEEN BED
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- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- Double or Twin
- View / characteristic
- CLASSIC QUEEN BED
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Room code: DBT.AS-QN
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Liz
Room clean but would benefit from a bathroom update.
Commented on noise because election rally went on till late across road from hotel both nights of our stay. Realise we were just unlucky to have this.
Staff friendly and also knowledgeable about Port and where to buy it cheaply.
Would love to come back overall.
Commented on noise because election rally went on till late across road from hotel both nights of our stay. Realise we were just unlucky to have this.
Staff friendly and also knowledgeable about Port and where to buy it cheaply.
Would love to come back overall.
Verified traveler
Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable, spacious room with windows on two sides. Good breakfast. Nice area outside for eating al fresco in the evening. Centrally located.
dennis
The staff was extremely friendly and very helpful. Dinner was delicious every night!
Marcia
Very personal, friendly and helpful staff! The room was even larger than anticipated and very lovely views//////11
Eugene
Loved the hotel
Andrea
Beautiful estate home converted into a hotel. Had a lovely overnight stay. Their restaurant is fabulous. Room was very comfortable. Since we were here in the Fall, the hotel was very quiet. Only a few guests. Service was excellent.
Julia
Beautiful, beautiful hotel with stunning views and excellent restaurant.
Karen
Too cold to use pool but wonderful to walk the grounds and around town. Staff are so helpful and kind. Especially a shout out to David who treated us very well.
donald
David at checking was very helpful & spoke good English. Explained a bit of the history of the area from Roman times. Great bar / restaurant in the hotel.
SUSAN
Very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere right in the heart of this small town. Attentive service, very good restaurant
Sue
No heat in our room. Got moved to a new room, but not very good there, either. Manager was very helpful with tourism info. Breakfast okay, not great.
Barbara
Lovely Historic Hotel
Large rooms with comfortable beds. Lovely grounds and gathering spaces. Our one dinner there was excellent. Complimentary breakfast very good. Beautiful drive to hotel with amazing views.
Verified traveler
Close by Centro walked to a very nice local restaurant. Staff were very friendly.
Verified traveler
The rural setting was relaxing and refreshing. The staff went above and beyond to provide quality service. The restaurant was excellent
Verified traveler
We had a pleasant stay in lovely location. The hotel was very good but the garden, swimming pool and grounds need a lot of work done.
Verena
Quiet pousada in the middle of Alijo
This is a very comfortable hotel with friendly staff and an excellent restaurant. I would recommend it to explore that area of Portugsl.
Verified traveler
Comfort in the country
A bit of luxury after exploring the wonderful region around the Douro Valley
Verified traveler
Lovely hotel near Douro Valley
Comfortable hotel in a historic building. Good location when touring the Douro Vally
Alexandre
Excellent séjour
Bruno
Buena habitación, el baño está viejo y desactualizado. El aire acondicionado en la habitación
Isabel
Os funcionários muito simpáticos, atenciosos, prestáveis.
Marco
La struttura bella e il servizio adeguato. Purtroppo ci hanno dato una camera a nostro giudizio comfort e non de luce come avevamo prenotato e pagato.
Thomas
Not impressed with our stay.
We arrived at the hotel and found that the room did not correspond to the pictures on the website. Renovation work was in process. The room was very dusty. The floor is scratched and the furniture has seen better days. Te bathroom is old style and needs renovation. The air-conditioning did not work. The sleeping with open window was not a good choice as the room was giving on a busy street. Wi-Fi is patchy.
After making a complaint, we were not able to change the room, as apparently the hotel was fully booked.
The ray of sunshine of our stay was the good evening meal and the breakfast that is served in a nice ambience. Free parking is available at the hotel grounds.
Let´s hope that after renovation the hotel gets back to a decent standard as advertised.
After making a complaint, we were not able to change the room, as apparently the hotel was fully booked.
The ray of sunshine of our stay was the good evening meal and the breakfast that is served in a nice ambience. Free parking is available at the hotel grounds.
Let´s hope that after renovation the hotel gets back to a decent standard as advertised.
Estelle
Le personnel donne un service impeccable par contre l’hôtel est désuet et ne répond pas aux attentes vs le site.
Ton
Good service. Not working airco. Bathroom was a bit outdated.
Vittorio
The Host David was so Kind and ready to solve all problems and request. The Restaurant a plus.
Isabelle
Tres belle expérience. Merci.
2 nuits dans cet hôtel élégant et calme. Grande chambre avec vue sur la piscine. Literie un peu ferme. Salle de bains grande et fonctionnelle mais meritetait d'être rénovée. Restaurant très bien lors des 2 diners à la carte : mets savoureux, bien présentés, service impeccable.
Rainer
Armaturen in der Dusche – Badewanne müssten erneuert werden.
Sehr schöne Lage und gutes Restaurant
Sehr schöne Lage und gutes Restaurant
HUMBERTO
A repetir.
Excelente.
Serviço profissional, simpático e disponivel.
Boas condições de higiene, quer no quarto, quer nas zonas comuns.
Serviço profissional, simpático e disponivel.
Boas condições de higiene, quer no quarto, quer nas zonas comuns.
Sophie
Magnifique endroit calme, personnel très à l’écoute et très agréable, cuisine raffinée d’excellente qualité: bravo à la cheffe et à son équipe.
Claude
Soirée très agréable aussi bien le logis que la table !
Luis
Apenas um fim-de-semana mas valeu a pena
Muito bom, bastante sossegado e com um staff 5 estrelas
À higiene nada a apontar
O restaurante fabuloso e os vinhos disponíveis do melhor
À higiene nada a apontar
O restaurante fabuloso e os vinhos disponíveis do melhor
pascal
A fuir
Hôtel à fuir.Le bâtiment contrairement aux autres pousadas n'a aucun intérêt, ni pour la localisation ni pour sa dimension historique. Si par malheur vous séjournez un samedi soir, fort risque que l'hôtel soit réservé pour une réception de mariage : espaces communs totalement privatisés, bruit très tard dans la soirée... Un cauchemar !!!
Rosane
FAMILIA MOREIRA
A familia Moreira é de origem portuguesa e todos elogiaram muuito tudo no hotel. Trabalharei novamente com essa hospedagem, facilmente.
Muito obrigada!
Muito obrigada!
Amandine
Très bonne adresse
Très bonne adresse, chambre jolie et confortable, très bon restaurant (service et qualité de la cuisine)
Certaines parties extérieures auraient besoin d'être rénovées et le petit déjeuner est un peu décevant mais cela reste une très bonne adresse
Certaines parties extérieures auraient besoin d'être rénovées et le petit déjeuner est un peu décevant mais cela reste une très bonne adresse
Knut
Fint hotell sentralt i Douro-dalen.
Vi bodde der med med to voksne barn i to døgn. Utmerket hotell som svarte til forventningene om å være av høy klasse. Eneste minus var elendig wifi. Forøvrig god service. Pent oppussede lokaliteter både på rommene og i fellesarealene. Anbefales. Men bør ha bil for å komme rundt i den flotte dalen.
Jan
Trevligt hotell
Hotellet har en lite äldre stil men inte alls sliten. Vi hade valt ett \"paket\" där middag ingick. Maten var mycket god och servicen perfekt. På det hela taget en trevlig vistelse!
Per Olov
Centralt i Alijo. Bedagat men fint hotell
lucien
Hotel très agréable avec jolie piscine. Personnel sympa et serviable, accueil en français. Repas du soir et petit déjeuner tb dans belle salle à manger .
Bon rapport qualité prix.
Bon rapport qualité prix.
Werner
maravilhoso
Local maravilhoso com excelente atendimento.
Isrsel
charming place מקום מקסים
מלון רומנטי נעים טעים ומומלץ
Georges
hotel agréable idéal pour une nuit de passage
Hotel propre, un peut deçu rapport qualité prix Hotel plutot classique, agréable , petit déjeuné tres correct (fruit frais, ptit dej continental) Tres bonne table mais plutot chere pour ce qui ce fait dans les environ proche.
C
mauvais rapport qualité-prix
l'amabilité de l'accueil laisse à désirer.l'environnement de l'hotel est médiocre et nous n'avons pas regrétté de n'y séjourner qu'une nuit.un bon point pour la qualité du restaurant,malgré des tarifs un peu élévés pour la prestation offerte.les chambres sont correctes.
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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel
Rua Comendador Jose Rufino, S/N, Alijo, Portugal
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