Ratings based on 70 Verified Reviews
4.2 Room cleanliness
4.4 Service & staff
4.0 Room comfort
4.2 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 Apr 2024
This property was a magical experience for us. A heritage mansion set among acres of vineyards. The views were superb. The mansion villa was spectacular in its furnishings, its location, its decor and its staff and owner. We were greeted by Francesco and made to feel at home in this regal atmosphere and public space. Maria, the owner shared the history of the home and land. Our room was huge with comfortable beds and pristine linens. We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast in a dining room with a table set for nobility. The fireplace was lit every morning and the ambience was magical and a perfect start to our day. We spent three wonderful days with easy access to touring the Douro river valley and walking the estate. We will return. Thank you we were blessed to experience such luxury and welcome. Will return from Canada in the future.
by A verified traveler
Posted 1 Apr 2024
We were giving an old run down room. I won’t stay there again if ever in the area.
by A verified traveler
Posted 13 Mar 2024
My group of six stayed at this magnificent home whose owner hosted us with grace and generosity. The dinner we ate was the best on our northern Portugal journey. We are only sorry we booked one night. We will return for longer next time, for it is a place to revisit.
by A verified traveler
Posted 6 Mar 2024
This property was a good place for us to rest mid-vacation. It was not tourist season, so it was very quiet with very few guest. THe food was wonderful as was the staff. The hotel itself was a little on the older side and there is little to do around the estate or area. You will need transportation to go into the Duoro Valley.
by A verified traveler from Vancouver
Posted 2 Jan 2024
Extremely friendly, hospitable and entertaining host Maria.
The estate is just beautiful - the surrounds, interior decor, upholstery and every detail.
Excellent food and service
One of the best hotels we have had in Portugal.
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 Oct 2023 on Hotels
Amazing - tucked away, magnificent, friendly, brilliant service and wonderful food.
by A verified traveler
Posted 9 Sep 2023
This property has so much potential, but…
At first glance, this property is in a stunning setting. 500 acres of orchard, Vineyard, and historic buildings create an atmosphere that feels like it could be four-star. It’s not.
This property is short 4 employees that could take it from a three star to at least a 3 1/2 star.
1. It needs another maintenance person who isn’t just keeping things working, but fixes and upgrades the aging facility: moldy grout in the showers, drooping shower faucets, and broken toilet seats.
2. It needs a groundskeeper who is eliminating all the weeds and grooming the gardens and walkways. The historic nature is great, but untamed it looks messy and feels like the staff can’t be bothered with the details…
3. …which rings true in the food, which is served upon reservation for dinner as $45 fixed price but lacks creativity or presentation. For the $, far better food is available nearby and many places have better presentation and variety. A true chef would add the elegance and quality that takes the food from home cooking to fine dining.
5. A Gardner who is taking advantage of the abundance of fruits and vegetables growing around the property. So much wasted food and looks unkept.
The staff is not professional, and therefore more casual in their nature. It’s charming on the surface, but not 4-star.
Lastly: these are the worst mattresses I have ever slept on. 1 star hostels have better!
TLDRBeautiful venue in need of investment.
by A verified traveler
Posted 30 Aug 2023
I cannot fault the scenery nor the food, these were excellent. The rooms really let this place
by A verified traveler
Posted 30 Aug 2023
The price of the rooms is high for what you get, but considering the beautiful surrounding and the interesting main building, it is worth it.
Jeorge (the receptionist) is great, very helpful and a true multi-tasker.
The estate is really nice and great walks, but there are signs that a bit behind with the uokeep.
by A verified traveler
Posted 23 Jul 2023
