The Vintage House Douro in ALIJO

About this property

The Vintage House Hotel, a luxury property, is nestled in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley wine region in Pinhão. Occupying a former 18th-century wine estate, the hotel sits on the banks of the Douro River, approximately 50 meters (164 feet) away, offering panoramic views of the river and surrounding vineyards. The hotel was renovated in 2009. The hotel features 43 air-conditioned rooms, many with private, furnished balconies that provide stunning river and vineyard views. Each room is equipped with luxury bedding, modern furnishings, an LCD/flat-screen television with satellite programming, complimentary wireless internet access, a minibar, and a hairdryer. Select rooms also offer coffee/tea makers, bottled water, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries. Dining options include the elegant Rabelo Restaurant, which features vaulted ceilings and serves regional cuisine for lunch and dinner, with an esplanade for scenic outdoor dining. A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Guests can relax with drinks at the intimate Library Bar, complete with chandeliers and a fireplace, a general bar/lounge, or the poolside bar. 24-hour room service is also available. Recreational facilities include an outdoor swimming pool with panoramic river views, open seasonally from April 1st to October 31st. An outdoor tennis court and a gaming room with billiards are also available (fees may apply for some activities). Complimentary amenities include wireless internet access, self-parking (with limited spaces), and in-room safe deposit boxes. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, concierge service, luggage storage, ticket service, tours, and daily housekeeping. Dry cleaning and laundry services are available (fees may apply for some). Additional amenities include a shop and wedding services. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Pets are not allowed. Check-in is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00. Languages spoken include English. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, and Euro/MasterCard. The hotel's prime location is ideal for exploring the Douro Valley, with nearby leisure activities such as wineries, hiking, and boat trips. Points of interest include Quinta do Bomfim (0.2 km), Quinta de La Rosa (1.7 km), and Casal de Loivos Viewpoint (2.4 km). The Douro Museum is approximately 25.9 km (16.1 mi) away. Porto Airport (OPO) is the preferred airport, located approximately 127.7 km (79.4 mi) away, while Vila Real (VRL) is 29.3 km (18.2 mi) away. Please note that special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Reservations are recommended for the Rabelo Restaurant. Some services and facilities may depend on local climatic conditions and the season, and additional fees may apply. The Vintage House Douro is a hotel.