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Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

5.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, Turkish bath
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA offers breathtaking Ribadouro views. Guests can enjoy drinks at the poolside bar, rejuvenate with hydrotherapy at The Royal Spa, or wander the garden. Free in-room WiFi is available, and previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Double Room, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Deluxe Premium | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Deluxe Premium

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Baiao, 4640-400

What's nearby

  • Monastery of Santo André de Ancede - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Caldas de Aregos - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Marco de Canaveses Station - 19 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snack-Bar Fonte Nova - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sabores De Montemuro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Kibom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grao A Grao Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pensão Borges - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Ribadouro
At Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, or hydrotherapy at 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 newspapers in the lobby
  • Massage treatment rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • 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:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Palato D'Ouro
  • Ruby Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7,535 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 6 to May 3:
  • Spa
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
A swimming cap is mandatory in all indoor swimming pools
Property Registration Number 50984/AL

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Douro Royal Valley Hotel Baiao
Douro Royal Valley Hotel SPA
Douro Royal Valley Baiao
Douro Royal Valley & Spa Baiao
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA Hotel
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA Baiao
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA Hotel Baiao

Frequently asked questions

Does Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA have a pool?

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 at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

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?

This family-friendly Baiao hotel is located on a river, steps from Duoro River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio and Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura. Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths and Caldas de Aregos Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 346 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is truly stunning. The view from the top floor and pool area is so spectacular. The staff was excellent. The breakfast was top quality and so much choice. Dinner was also excellent although pricy. The spa and pools were great as well. Overall the hotel is a great spot, some of the decor felt outdated and outdoors some repairs are needed. But we were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ines de Nóbrega Leal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Great views from the room and the infinity pool! Great food as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Incredible accommodations and view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hilpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view, infinity pool, staff were lovely. WiFi connection is limited, as is food menu in main restaurant ( children were picky waters).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful setting, lovely rooms. Staff are a bit clueless and indifferent- need way more training on customer service. We had dinner and breakfast and both were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location. Super peaceful, staff is so friendly and helpful, 10/10 would recommend. Hope to be back there in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luz J

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was phenomenal! We had dinner at their restaurant and it was exquisite. The breakfast buffet is amazing as well. The views are spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite the drive to the property but once you’re there it is a 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gearoid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

We had a lovely stay in the hotel, lovely breakfast and food, but the star of the show is the location just perfect. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Average hotel, above average pool

Really lovely infinity pool and view which is the most special part of the hotel. Mediocre food, okay ambiance that could be improved. Location is okay but far from all the wineries. Good price for a suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel sits on the river, and every room has a perfect river view. The dinner menu and service was really good especially since there are limited food options in the area. Hotel offers a beautiful infinity pool that overlooks the river, but a bit too cold for me. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a lovely part our visit to the Douro Valley. The hotel is right on the river. Note that the river is clean and warm enough for swimming during the summer if you are so inclined. There are restaurants that are OK near by. There are many wineries to visit, including Aneto Wines, which is highly recommended: www.anetowines.pt. The pool is a lovely part of visiting this hotel and includes a sweeping view of the river and valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand property with spectacular views. Modern design. Free garage parking. Spa didn’t meet expectations, but otherwise facilities are great for a relaxing trip to the wine country. Be prepared to navigate twisty roads to get there and move around the wine country. A lot of fun if you enjoy spirited driving.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice Hotel but not 5 stars

Nice Hotel but not 5 stars….. only 5 star room was the suite but price per night is quite expensive for what you get. Pool is great and the view! Balcony/patio nice in the suite…. But the double deluxe room does not have balcony and the double deluxe premium room has a patio but big wall at the end and you can’t see the view, best to go for a normal double room with good view or a suite. Breakfast was a good big variety! Reception staff very good and helpful! Decoration for birthday in the room was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

suki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was unusual. No bell man and at spa the woman who was in charge, she give you order instead of helping. Would never returned this hotel. Only good was breakfast nothing else. 5 stars hotel with 2stars service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duarte Nuno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a stay for me and my wife as a routine escape and i didn't regret it. The most exquisite views and surroundings. The Staff were impecable. The only finger pointing I will do is some lack of maintenace. From almost broken doorknobs, elevator panels almost coming off, fissures on the walls and a hole outside on the floor at the outdoor pool leaves a sour taste to it, as it is a 5 star hotel. Nonetheless a great experience. Just be advised, the means of transport in the area are really scarse, and if you wish to have a nearby local dining experience you will be disappointed, as there are no nearby restaurants or even shops/supermarkets. Either you dine at the restaurant hotel, which you need previous reservation (1 Day prior) or you ask for room service, which is equally good. The bar offers lights meals as well. Also don't forget any type of necessaire, no shops or supermarkets in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

André

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel completamente desajustado. Serviço não condizente com um hotel 5*. Áreas comuns em péssimo estado, completamente degradado. O restaurante tem uma qualidade preço péssima.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view was brilliant very relaxing place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and the view was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sterile appearance, room was worn, carpet was worn and wrinkled. The pool was beautiful! Breakfast was fabulous. Roads to hotel were difficult to navigate..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcon et piscine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyting was perfect, except the gym. Some of the machines were not working properly.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, clean hotel on the Douro Valley. Opening the balcony door in the morning, a fresh breeze greeted me, and the sound of roosters crowing in the distant mountains marked a beautiful start to the day. The room and bed were comfortable. And the breakfast was super. I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Amenities
Bed was not as firm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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