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Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa

★★★★★ Lugar de Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Riba Douro, PT

8.6 guest rating· 3907 reviews

The five stars

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 8.6/10 across 3907 reviews.

About this hotel

Stunning River Views and Luxury Amenities

Luxurious Accommodations : Each air-conditioned room at Douro Royal Valley is soundproofed, with a private bathroom and balcony offering panoramic views of the Douro River. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV, minibar, and free WiFi.

Fine Dining and Relaxation : Guests can enjoy traditional Portuguese meals with a view at the hotel's restaurant and unwind at the bar. The Spa & Wellness centre offers massages, and the outdoor and indoor pools provide a refreshing break after a game of tennis.

Convenient Location and Exceptional Service : Situated along the Douro River, the hotel is close to Porto's landmarks and offers a 24-hour staff ready to assist. Don't miss the chance to experience the tranquility and luxury of Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa.

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Double Room with River View - Romantic Package

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This package includes: - One-night stay in a double room with river view; - Breakfast buffet; - Sparkling wine and bonbons in the room upon arrival; - Romantic decoration in the room; - Special surprise in the room; - Candlelit Dinner for 2 people at the Palato D'Ouro Restaurant with Chef's Menu and drinks included; - Feet, hands or scalp ritual (20 minutes); - Free access to the spa's relaxation area; - 20% discount on spa treatments; - Upgrade to Suite with River View, subject to availability; - Late check-out until 15:00, subject to availability.

Double Deluxe

Sleeps 4 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as river views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Deluxe Premium

Sleeps 4 · 30 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as river views. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room with River View

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This luxurious room comes with scenic views over the river. It allies innovation and comfort with the simplicity that characterizes the region. The room has a work desk, WiFi connection, air conditioning and a balcony with unique views.

Twin Room with River View

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

A cozy, modern and elegant room, perfect for business or leisure. It has a work desk, WiFi connection, air conditioning and a balcony with a unique view over the river.

Suite with River View

Sleeps 4 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Located at the top of the building, these suites are luxurious and carefully decorated. With the Douro landscapes as the background, it has an ample seating area, air conditioning and a spacious terrace.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
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  • Pets allowed
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Billiards
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hammam
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Ironing service
  • Kids' club
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

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Lugar de Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Riba Douro, PT

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say8.63907 reviews

+ Location+ Staff friendliness− Cleanliness issues− Outdated facilities
Cleanliness8.1
Service9.6
Location9.6
Room Quality8.1
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.1

Recomendo

8.0

A qualidade geral, a limpeza e o conforto do hotel são excelentes. As instalações são muito bem mantidas, a limpeza dos espaços é impecável e o nível de conforto proporciona uma estadia verdadeiramente tranquila e acolhedora. Destaque também para a área da piscina exterior, que é um excelente espaço para relaxar.

− O pavimento em redor da piscina exterior tem uma textura muito agressiva para os pés, sendo indispensável o uso de chinelos até ao momento de entrar na água. Seria um ponto a rever ou melhorar no futuro para tornar a área circundante mais confortável e agradável de utilizar.

Marcelo · PT · 2026-07-26

Dias relaxantes

10.0

As instalações

− Serviço bar muito lento

Gustavo · PT · 2026-07-25

Espetáculo

9.0

muito bom

− preço do restaurante, mas faz sentido para um hotel 5 estrelas

Beatriz · PT · 2026-07-25

Super

10.0
maria · FR · 2026-07-25

Guest review

7.0

Paisagem e simpatia da maioria dos funcionários.

− O hotel está a precisar de remodelação urgente. Alcatifa nos quartos e pingava mim dos sitios do teto da sala de jantar.

Ivan · PT · 2026-07-25

Guest review

8.0

A vista maravilhosa e a localização

− Para um hotel de 5 estrelas deixa muito a desejar. A qualidade do hotel é bastante má, os produtos de higiene são muito limitados e o hotel é bastante básico

ADINA · PT · 2026-07-25

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please note that the use of a swimming cap for the indoor pool is mandatory. Guests can take their own or purchase one on site.

Please note that the Spa is only available for guests that are 16 years old or older.

Please note that the outdoor pool is closed between the 30th of September and the 15th of May.

When booking 9 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. The property will contact guests with further information.

Please note that there is a babysitting service available at EUR 15 per hour.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children from 3 years old to 4 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.

Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

People 13 years old and over stay for € 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.