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Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

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

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Baiao, 4640-400
  • Place, Monastery of Santo André de Ancede
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vila Real (VRL)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, River View

Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, River View

Suite, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Deluxe Premium

Double Deluxe Premium

Highlights

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

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Double Room, River View

Double Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Baiao

A luxury stay in Baiao awaits you at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Duoro River and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Monastery of Santo André de Ancede. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Palato D'Ouro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ruby Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym, outdoor tennis court and Turkish bath/hammam. 7535 square feet (700 square metres) of event facilities include conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Ribadouro hotel include Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio and Junta de Freguesia de Cinfaes.

What's nearby

  • Monastery of Santo André de Ancede - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Caldas de Aregos - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Marco de Canaveses Station - 19 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snack-Bar Fonte Nova - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sabores De Montemuro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grao A Grao Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Kibom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A Taberna D'ouro - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Riverside hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business centre on site. Event space at this hotel measures 7535 square feet (700 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the luxury Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Baiao hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 7535 sq ft of conference space
  • 700 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

This Baiao hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 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 centre

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 6 April to 3 May:
  • Spa
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 50984/AL

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$336.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Yep, Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

The closest beach to Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA is Foz Cabril River Beach (18.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA have a pool?

Take your pick from a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from May to October.

What makes Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA.

Is Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA is a hit with families.

Does Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA?

Furry friends are welcome at Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA, with food and water bowls on offer.