Quinta da Portela Douro

very privately away from other busy areas. The english speaking lady was so nice and friendly.

The sauna was not open till late or start from the morning… so couldn’t experience it.

Lovely staff. We enjoyed a wonderful wine tasting.

Nothing.

One of the most picturesque places I have ever been to. Stunning views, beautiful swimming pool, very clean rooms and relaxing atmosphere.

Our arrival was difficult. We couldn't find the entrance and nobody answered the phone for several tries. We even entered a steeped vineyard road, getting us to a dead end. But once they answered and opened the gate, a beautiful quiet and relaxing place appeared. Our room was on a separate cabin, with an amazing view. The "twin" beds were very comfy. The whole facility felt pretty new or recently renovated. We would have preferred a real king bed. Breakfast was served in a room with this amazing view of vineyards and Quintas, just in the hill across. They prepared eggs for us. They served a huge amount of gluten free bread, pastries, cereal for just one of us. The buffet was wells served. The only complication was getting in and out. We received a remote control to open the gate. We wanted to try the advertised Porto wine in the reception, but there were no glasses. I highly recommend this place, for more than one night (we just stayed one).

Everything was great for this amazing setting in the middle of the Douro Valley hills and vineyards. Of course there are always small things that can be improved. The limited check-in time can be a real issue. We had to workaround it in order to arrive before 7pm