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Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle, Valbom (Gondomar)

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About the Resort

Av. Escritor Costa Barreto 60, Valbom (Gondomar), Portugal, 4420-445

Pestana Douro Riverside is a 4-star resort located in Valbom, Portugal, occupying the site of a historic soap and candle factory. The resort beautifully merges modern technology with the heritage of its past, exemplified by its architectural features like the large brick chimney. Its stunning position next to the Douro River provides breathtaking views that cater to both individual and family stays. The resort offers a unique floral theme, inspired by the scents of the floral soaps previously produced at the location, enhancing the overall ambiance.

Location

Situated just 10 minutes from Porto city center, Pestana Douro Riverside is conveniently located near major attractions. Access to transportation is easy; the nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, approximately 21 km away. The area around the resort features beautiful walkways along the Douro River, inviting exploration and relaxation in nature.

Rooms

The resort features air-conditioned rooms and suites equipped with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs. Most rooms include a balcony with stunning river views, and several are designed to accommodate guests with reduced mobility. The décor references the historic factory’s past, incorporating floral motifs, and all rooms have private bathrooms with quality toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Diners can enjoy a variety of meals at the resort's Grill Restaurant, which specializes in grilled dishes that highlight local ingredients. Breakfast is served buffet-style, and guests can also savor options at the rooftop bar and the gastro bar overlooking the river. Signature dishes reflect the culinary richness of the region, complemented by the gorgeous panoramic views of the Douro River.

Leisure & Business

The resort offers an outdoor swimming pool and a heated indoor pool, providing options for relaxation regardless of the season. Guests can also access a fitness centre for workouts and book wellness treatments like massages at the spa. Additional activities include guided cultural tours and rowing on the Douro River, ensuring a memorable stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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26 m² 
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2 Single beds
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26 m² 
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Junior Suite
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2 persons
41 m² 
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River view
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Getting around

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City Centre
Valbom (Gondomar) 1.6 km
Airports
Francisco Sa Carneiro (OPO) 18.8 km
Vila Real (VRL) 94.3 km
Underground
Campanha 1.6 km
Heroismo 1.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Av. Escritor Costa Barreto 60, Valbom (Gondomar), Portugal, 4420-445
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Av. Escritor Costa Barreto 60, Valbom (Gondomar), Portugal, 4420-445
Nearby
Rua do Freixo 194
Quinta De Villar d'Allen
360 m
Palacio do Freixo
60 m
Restaurants
Palatium
80 m
Estrada Nacional 108

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience
82%
liked the resort and would come back again
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.7
Location
9.6
Service
7.9
Dining
5.6
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 31 reviews
8.9
8.9/10 based on 3460 reviews
Harry
United Kingdom, January  2025
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, especially enjoying the beautiful view from my balcony where I watched the sunset. The location right on the river was perfect for exploring. The staff was friendly and accommodating, but the dining options could definitely use some improvement. Overall, it felt like a great value for the price, despite a few shortcomings.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a balcony that provided a stunning view.
Service
8.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
Being right on the river made it super convenient to access the nearby cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
I found the dining options to be a bit lacking, especially the breakfast selection.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were decent, but nothing stood out as particularly luxurious.
Penelope
United Kingdom, December  2024
9.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which is beautifully located right on the river. The rooms were spacious and had a fantastic balcony perfect for watching the sunset. The service was friendly, but I did notice some minor issues with timing. Overall, the value for money is great, but the shuttle service could be improved.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with a lovely balcony that made for amazing sunset views.
Service
7.0
Service was friendly, though there were a couple of delays that could be improved.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a great location, right down the river and close to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
6.0
Dining was decent, but not the highlight of my stay. The breakfast could use more variety.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities were nice overall, but I felt some areas could benefit from some modernization.
Eric
United States, December  2024
7.6/10

The hotel is located down river, offering a stunning view right on the water. The rooms were spacious and had a lovely balcony perfect for watching sunsets, but the dining experience could use some improvement. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made my stay enjoyable overall. The location is fantastic for exploring the cais da ribeira area, but I did find the amenities a bit lacking for the price.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and had a lovely balcony for watching the sunset.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and made my stay comfortable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is down river, right on the river which is gorgeous and very convenient to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options weren't very diverse, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has decent facilities, but I expected a bit more for the price.
Frank
United States, December  2024
8.8/10

The hotel offers a stunning view right on the river, and the rooms were both spacious and modern. The staff was incredibly friendly, making my stay enjoyable. However, the dining options for breakfast could use some improvement, and the location, while beautiful, felt a bit secluded from main attractions. Overall, the value for money is decent, but I wouldn't call it perfect.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and modern, with a beautiful balcony perfect for watching the sunset.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly and accommodating, which really enhanced my experience.
Location
7.0
The hotel is right on the river, which provides a stunning view, but it felt a bit removed from the main attractions.
Dining
5.0
While the dining experience was okay, I found the breakfast options to be quite limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had nice amenities, but I didn't get to use the pool during my stay.
Bill
United States, December  2024
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located right on the river and close to the cais da ribeira area. The room was fantastic, with a balcony that provided a spectacular view of the sunset. The staff was friendly and accommodating. However, I found the dining options to be somewhat limited, which could definitely use some improvement. Overall, it was a great value for money and a comfortable experience.

Rooms
9.0
The room was clean, comfortable, and had a balcony that was great for watching the sunset.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly and provided excellent service throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right on the river and is just a short walk to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent amenities, but I wish there were more dining choices available.
Riley
United Kingdom, November  2024
8.2/10

The hotel is located right on the river, making it a picturesque spot for relaxation. The rooms offer a fantastic view and a lovely balcony perfect for enjoying sunsets. The staff were incredibly friendly, which added to our pleasant stay. However, the breakfast could use a bit more variety, and the dining experience didn't quite meet expectations. Overall, it’s a good value for the money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, with a great balcony to watch the sunset.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and always willing to help, making our stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
Being right on the river gave us beautiful views and easy access to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were limited, which was a slight disappointment.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent amenities, but nothing overly luxurious.
Reese
United Kingdom, November  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is ideally located down the river and just a short walk from the vibrant cais da ribeira area. The rooms were clean and had a beautiful balcony perfect for watching the sunset. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout my visit. On the downside, the dining options could have been better, and there were a few issues with the Wi-Fi. Overall, it provided good value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and had a great balcony to watch the sunset.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and provided helpful service.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated down the river, making it easy to explore the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
6.0
While the food was decent, I felt the dining options were a bit limited.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but not particularly outstanding.
Robert
United States, November  2024
8.6/10

I had a great time at this hotel, especially with how clean and comfortable everything was. The location along the river is just beautiful; I loved watching the sunset from my balcony. The service was friendly, but it could be quicker, and while the dining was decent, I would have preferred more options. The overall experience was good and felt like solid value for money considering the setting and amenities.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and had a fantastic balcony that was great for watching the sunset.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating, but sometimes the service felt a bit slow.
Location
10.0
The hotel is right on the river, making it a stunning location to explore the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, though I wished there were more variety in the menu.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a nice pool that was well-maintained and a good place to relax.
Martha
United States, November  2024
7.2/10

I had a nice stay at this hotel, which has a fantastic location right by the river and is just a short walk from the cais da ribeira area. The rooms are spacious and clean, making for a comfortable experience. While the service was generally friendly, it could be a bit slow at times. I appreciated the overall value for money, but the dining options left something to be desired with limited choices available.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, with a lovely balcony that was perfect for watching the sunset.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly, but the service was a bit slow during peak times.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, right on the river and within walking distance to great attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience could use improvement as the options were quite limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, although nothing stood out as exceptional.
Phil
United States, November  2024
8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, appreciating its great location right along the river, which offered beautiful views. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, making my stay enjoyable. While the dining options were decent, I felt they could be improved, especially for breakfast. The amenities were satisfactory for the price, but there were minor issues with the housekeeping service that kept it from being perfect.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, providing a nice view of the river.
Service
7.0
The housekeeping service could use some improvement, but the staff was generally friendly.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location right on the river, conveniently close to the Cais da Ribeira area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience included some homemade pizza, but breakfast options were limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent amenities, which offered good value for the price.
Nigel
United Kingdom, October  2024
9.2/10

The hotel has a great location right by the river, making it perfect for exploring the area. My room was modern and clean, and I particularly loved the balcony where I could watch the sunset. However, the Wi-Fi was a bit spotty, which was frustrating at times. Overall, it felt like good value for money considering its amenities and the view.

Rooms
9.0
The room was modern, clean, and spacious, with a fantastic balcony for sunset views.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and attentive, definitely enhancing my stay.
Location
10.0
I loved the location down by the river, which was convenient for getting to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
7.0
While I didn't have many meals here, the hot dishes I tried were decent, but nothing extraordinary.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere was pleasant.
Harry
United States, September  2024
9.0/10

This hotel had a wonderful location right on the river, making for stunning views, especially from the rooms. The overall vibe was spacious and modern, with clean and comfortable accommodations. However, the dining options could use some improvement, and it was a bit pricey for the amenities offered. Overall, it was a good value for the fantastic views and friendly atmosphere.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered a great view of the river. It was perfect for watching the sunset from the balcony.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
Located right on the river, it provided easy access to the cais da ribeira area and stunning views.
Dining
7.0
I found the dining options a bit lacking, but the tapas were delicious when available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had nice facilities, but I felt there could have been more amenities for relaxation.
Paul
United Kingdom, September  2024
8.6/10

The hotel is in an excellent location right on the river, making it easy to explore the nearby cais da ribeira area. My room was spacious and had a wonderful balcony where I could enjoy the sunset. The atmosphere was generally quiet and comfortable, though some amenities could use a bit more attention. Overall, it's decent value for money considering the location and room quality.

Rooms
9.0
The room was spacious and comfortable, plus the balcony offered a great view of the sunset.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, but I felt the room service could have been quicker.
Location
10.0
Right on the river, the location was fantastic for exploring the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
Facilities
8.0
Facilities were generally good, but I noticed a few areas that needed maintenance.
Rosie
United Kingdom, August  2024
9.4/10

This hotel has a great location right on the river, which made for beautiful sunset views from my balcony. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is exceptionally friendly. However, I found the dining options somewhat limited, especially for breakfast. The facilities, including the pool area, were nice but could use a bit more variety. Overall, it's good value for money, but there are a few things that could be improved.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and came with a lovely balcony to watch the sunset.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, making me feel welcomed and cared for during my stay.
Location
10.0
The location is fantastic, right on the river and a nice stroll to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit underwhelming with limited breakfast choices.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area was well-maintained but could benefit from more amenities.
Frank
United Kingdom, August  2024
9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, with a location right on the river and within walking distance to the cais da ribeira area. My room was not only clean and modern but also featured a balcony where I enjoyed stunning sunsets. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, although I wish the dining options had more variety. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for value for money, but the dining experience could use some improvement.

Rooms
9.0
The room was clean, modern, and had a lovely balcony with a fantastic view for sunset watching.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
10.0
The location was great, right on the river and a short walk to the cais da ribeira area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit lacking, as the breakfast options were limited.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but nothing particularly stood out.
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