Perched on the tranquil Douro River, the infinity pool creates a breathtaking visual merger with the valley's panorama. The restaurant serves simple yet delicious dishes with an impressive breakfast buffet. The full-service spa completes your wine country retreat.
Located in Ribadouro, a neighborhood in Baiao, Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA is near a train station and on a river. Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura and Caldas de Aregos are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio and Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths. Monastery of Santo André de Ancede and Junta de Freguesia de Cinfaes are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Baiao travel guide
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Baiao, 4640-400
What's nearby
University of Porto
59 min drive - 78.7 km
Caldas de Aregos
12 min drive - 10.9 km
Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths
12 min drive - 12.0 km
Caldas de Aregos Marina
12 min drive - 12.0 km
Dourocaves Winery
44 min drive - 40.9 km
Getting around
Marco de Canaveses Station
19 min drive
Porto Airport (OPO)
82 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante das Caldas
12 min drive
Tongobriga
15 min drive
Sabores De Montemuro
10 min drive
Café Tropical
13 min drive
Bar Cais Porto Antigo
3 min drive
About this property
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
Luxury family-friendly hotel near Monastery of Santo André de Ancede
Located close to Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio and Junta de Freguesia de Cinfaes, Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body treatment, or a facial at Douro Royal Valley, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Palato D'Ouro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
An elevator, concierge services, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
Is Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.
Where is Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Monastery of Santo André de Ancede, Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio, and Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura. Junta de Freguesia de Cinfaes and Caldas de Aregos are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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An unforgettable experience in the Douro Valley. The views from the property are simply stunning, and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay special — personalized touches throughout made it feel like far more than just a hotel stay. The chef's dinner was a true highlight, and the wine tasting experience was expertly guided. The only reason this isn't a full five stars is the more rural location means a bit more travel time to reach — but that's also part of what makes the Douro so peaceful and worth visiting. A beautiful, memorable stay we'd happily repeat.
The view is incredible. The swimming pool is situated overlooking the river and the view is breathtaking. We both had a massage and it was very good. Breakfast was plentiful. We had dinner at the restaurant one evening and the service was quick and the food delicious.
This hotel has to be one of the most beautiful I’ve ever stayed in. The room was big and luxurious, and the pool was one of the most gorgeous I’ve ever seen. Plus it’s open a generous 24 hours. Staff were very helpful and the restaurant food was delicious. I’m so glad I decided to stay two nights instead of one. Highly recommend! This place is worth every penny!
This was a gift to find a hotel with a generator during the major power outage. We enjoyed the breakfast selection! The views are spectacular, a must see!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Maureen
2024/5/20
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Views were amazing and the hotel was very clean, staff very polite. Food in the restaurant for dinner was mediocre, but breakfast was terrific.
After 24 hours of travel, the view to which we awakened did not disappoint in the slightest!
Exquisite breakfast, easy, quick, delicious room service and a midnight swim in the indoor pool - all point to a return trip very very very soon!