Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

Travelers sip local cocktails by the pool with mountain views at Palacete Barão de Forrester, where regional cuisine complements outdoor relaxation

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An open door leading to a well-lit room with a wooden floor, a round table with chairs, and a sofa. - Forrester Essence Douro Hotel (Alijó)

A spacious living area with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows, and a view of the outdoors. - Forrester Essence Douro Hotel (Alijó)

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central coffee table. - Forrester Essence Douro Hotel (Alijó)

A large building with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a courtyard with outdoor seating. - Forrester Essence Douro Hotel (Alijó)

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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

At Palacete Barão de Forrester, guests enjoy breakfast before heading to the poolside bar for drinks. O Barão restaurant serves regional specialties for lunch and dinner. This upscale pousada offers a tennis court, coffee shop, and free WiFi for a complete mountain retreat.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Room options

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Tonight

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Tomorrow

Aug 11 - Aug 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, a door, and a small table with a lamp.

Classic Double or Twin Room

Very good

City view
16 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Very good

City view
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A large bed with white linens, a headboard with a textured pattern, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium Double or Twin Room

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Junior Studio Suite

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Classic Room

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

Charming Terrace Room

49 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

Sleeps 4
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Alijó, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel is in the city center and in the mountains. Bread and Wine Museum and Vale do Tua Interpretive Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Igreja Matriz de Alijo and Church of Sabrosa. Quinta do Bomfim and Natur Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our Alijó travel guide

View more Pousadas in Alijó

Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijó, Vila Real, 5070-031

What's nearby

Duoro River
15 min drive - 8.2 miles
Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Igreja Matriz de Alijo
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Quinta da Roêda Winery
27 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

Tua Station
25 min drive
Vila Real (VRL)
30 min drive

Restaurants

Quinta Da Avessada
6 min drive
Cêpa Torta
6 min walk
Solar 1
16 min drive
Vista D'Ouro
23 min drive
Calça Curta
15 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

O Barão

Things to do

Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Communal living room
Double-glazed windows
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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.

You need to know

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 31

Frequently asked questions

Does Forrester Essence Douro Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Forrester Essence Douro Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Forrester Essence Douro Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Alijó, this pousada is steps from Igreja Matriz de Alijo, Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro, and Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro. Bread and Wine Museum and Adega de Favaios are also within 3 mi (5 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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