Douro Palace Hotel Resort & SPA
About this property
With spectacular views of the Douro River, this 4-star hotel offers an outdoor pool along with spa facilities. It is surrounded by hectares of vineyards and protected forests. Douro Palace Hotel Resort & SPA provides stylishly designed rooms with private balconies overlooking the river. Each room has satellite TV and a minibar. Offering a chic décor, Restaurante Eça serves refined regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy local and international drinks at Douro Palace’s 2 bars including its elegant piano bar. The dry and wet relaxation spa area include an internal relaxing pool with waterfall, sauna and Hamman. You can treat yourself to a professional massage or pay a visit to the steam bath. Douro Palace Hotel is situated near the village of Santa Cruz do Douro and a 5-minute drive from Aregos Railway Station.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Bar
Sustainability
- Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Martha
Malta
“Beautiful view of the Douro river, in a quiet and peaceful area. The receptionists were really nice and helpful! The place was clean and facilities were all comfortable. We appreciated that the restaurant provided room service of specific food...” - Jennifer
United Kingdom
“The location and wonderful views. River view room great” - Nicholas
Portugal
“Location, cleanliness, Room, Bed, Dinner and breakfast” - Inês
Portugal
“Very modern and cozy. Loved the pool, really calm. The room was clean and they left a few local things for us to try on the room.” - Errera
Portugal
“I loved everything, my overall stay was amazing! Best meal was the Prego at the pool. Deserts were out of this world delicious! Steak was always tender. Staff were super friendly (especially Filomeno at the pool, apologies if I spelt the name...” - Zane
Netherlands
“The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. The facilities were amazing. The restaurant had delicious meals, we had the lamb for two and honestly the portion size was enough for four! The sandwiches during lunch was some of the best sandwiches...” - Sandra
Ireland
“Excellent views, beautiful pool with a view, big comfortable rooms, amazing spa, 24 hour indoor pool, but what i really loved was the vineyard and the orchard with all different fruit trees. It truly makes you feel like you're in the countryside...” - Anke
Germany
“Unforgettable views from the hotel room. Excellent location in the hills of the Douro Valley. Lovely staff.” - Gergana
Denmark
“We were very happy with our stay. The view and spa is great. Most of the personnel were very accommodating. We would definitely come back.” - Paulo
Brazil
“Fantastic hotel in a beautiful setting. Great view of the D'Ouro, nice grounds with a small petting zoo. Easy access parking lot, and good restaurant. Highly recommend this hotel”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Eça
- CuisineMediterranean • Portuguese • European
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Entry to the thermal area (sauna and Turkish bath) is not allowed for guests under 16 years old.
Please note that the use of a swimming cap is mandatory. Guests can bring their own or purchase one on site.
Please note that the outdoor pool is closed between the 30th of September and the 15th of May.
Access to the relaxation area, the water cascade pool, sauna and hammam is free of charge for guests.
Please note that half board option does not include drinks.
Please note that the Hotel provides transfer between the Sá Carneiro Airport - Porto to the Hotel upon request.
Any addition of extra beds, or cribs is available upon request and approval by the property.
These additional requests will not be included in the full price of the reservation, they will be charged separately anytime during your stay.
When booking 9 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. The property will contact guests with further information.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Douro Palace Hotel Resort & SPA in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
License number: 400