The Vintage House - Douro, situated in the serene and picturesque town of Alijo, is a hotel that draws guests with its stunning views of the Douro River and its lush, wine-producing valleys. According to user reviews, the hotel provides a luxurious and tranquil experience, making it a sought-after destination for those looking to indulge in the beauty and gastronomy of the Douro Valley region.
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The Vintage House - Douro
9.1
(2,049 ratings)
Alijo, Portugal -
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140 m Duoro River
1.33 km Quinta da Roêda Winery
1 km Quinta de La Rosa
Hotel Overview
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- Stunning Location: Guests rave about the breathtaking views of the Douro River and the surrounding vineyard landscapes.
- Excellent Cuisine: The hotel's restaurant receives high praise for its delicious, high-quality meals that spotlight local flavors.
- Comfortable Rooms: Reviewers frequently mention the comfort and elegance of the rooms, highlighting their spaciousness and tasteful decoration.
- Friendly Staff: The welcoming and attentive staff is often noted for going above and beyond to ensure guests have a memorable stay.
- Winery Tours: The opportunity to participate in informative and enjoyable winery tours in the region is a highlight for many visitors.
Area for improvement
- Limited Wi-Fi: Some guests mention issues with the Wi-Fi coverage being inconsistent or limited in some areas of the hotel.
- Expensive Dining: A number of reviews point out that the dining options, while excellent, can be costly.
- Seasonal Crowds: During peak tourist seasons, the hotel and surrounding areas can become quite crowded, affecting the overall tranquility.
- Difficult Access: A few guests note that the hotel can be challenging to reach, especially for those unfamiliar with the rural roads of the Douro Valley.
- Parking Issues: Limited parking spaces available at the hotel sometimes cause inconvenience for guests with vehicles.
Amenities
Tennis court
Breakfast available
Parking included
Laundry
Restaurant
Bar
Room service
Free WiFi
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Total 2,049 Reviews
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Location was mentioned 78 times
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Carolina Canullo6 months ago
5/5
It is a vintage, classic, traditional hotel not a modern one. The rooms and spaces are beautifully decorated respecting the hotel's name, the bathrooms have adorable tile decorations, the terrace has lovely vibes with their bushes, vines and paths. Views from the rooms and restaurants are stunning and the location is perfect for a morning stroll by the river. It is so quiet and peaceful! It is a pity we went in winter and would not dare use the pool. All the team members were polite and helpful. The breakfast was perfect! I have only three points for improvement. First, for dinner we had some steak and potatoes. While half of the group had very salty potatoes, the other half had theirs "flavourless". We think it was just a matter of bad luck and salting twice but it did surprise us and we had to remove the potato skins to be able to eat. Second, although there weren't couples in our group we all got double beds instead of twins so we had to share the beds. I don't know if twins weren't available at the moment or not at all, and if the person making the reservation knew in advance that we were getting doubles. Third, I always take my own shampoo and conditioner when I travel. However, I didn't this time and the hotel only offered shampoo and body wash. This was a bit strange as I've never seen this missing among hotel toiletries.
Laura Begg8 months ago
3/5
The hotel is a beautiful building, and has beautiful views. The little town is very disappointing and not much to report home about apart from one or two nice tapas resturants. In the area surrounding the town there are some very nice resturants and Vineyards. We only ate in the bar and the food was average; we had to send back two dishes because they were cold. The staff are polite, but not engaging. It didn't wow me, it is nice for one night but wouldn't recommend any longer.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 50
Number of floors 3
Number of buildings/towers 1
Year Built 1998
WiFi Quality
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29Download
21Upload
12Wifi Speed Is Good For
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4K online movies
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Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.3 - $1.9
Coffee
$0.7 - $3
Beer 0.5L
$0.8 - $1.2
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$8 - $12.5
Public transport, one-way ticket
$1.1
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.5 - $0.5
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$24 - $50
Bottle of mid-range wine
$3 - $7
McMeal at McDonalds
$7 - $8
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1.3 - $2
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.5 - $2
Mobile phone monthly plan
$13 - $22
Fitness club, monthly fee
$32
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Traffic around property
Light
Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.
House Rules
Check in after 16:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome