Escape to a converted 19th Century manor in Portugal’s historic and breathtaking Douro River Valley.

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Wellness

  • Non-Smoking Hotel

    Non-Smoking Hotel

  • Air Purification

    Air Purification

  • In-room Yoga Mats

    In-room Yoga Mats

  • Massage Services

    Massage Services

  • In-room Healthy Snacks

    In-room Healthy Snacks

  • Farm-to-Table Program

    Farm-to-Table Program

  • Hiking Trails

    Hiking Trails

  • Running Paths

    Running Paths

  • Organic Food Options

    Organic Food Options

  • Vegetarian Food Options

    Vegetarian Food Options

  • Gluten-Free Food Options

    Gluten-Free Food Options

  • Spa On Property

    Spa On Property

  • Sleep Programs

    Sleep Programs

  • Fitness Center

    Fitness Center

  • Personal Trainers

    Personal Trainers

  • Rental Bikes

    Rental Bikes

  • Circadian Lighting

    Circadian Lighting

  • Hypoallergenic Bedding

    Hypoallergenic Bedding

  • Organic Herb Garden on Property

    Organic Herb Garden on Property

  • Fruit Trees On Property

    Fruit Trees On Property

  • Meditation Area

    Meditation Area

  • Vegan Food Options

    Vegan Food Options

Green

  • Water Efficient Fixtures

  • A\C Energy Saver

  • Heater Efficiency

  • Bee Program

  • Plant-a-Tree Program

  • Recycle Program

  • EV Stations

  • LED Lighting

  • Garden Lounge

  • Room Temperature Control

  • Green Sustainability Team

  • Eco-Friendly Bath Products

  • Composting

  • Water Bottle Program

  • Animal Sanctuary

  • Sustainable Supply Chain

  • Cruelty-Free Products

  • Woods Responsibly Sourced

  • Organic Pillows + Linens

Community Impact

  • Employee Volunteer Hours

  • Donates Back

  • Local Artisan Products

  • Local Farmers Program

  • Locally Sourced Furnishings




Certifications

  • Conde Nast Traveler 2019
  • Conde Nast Award
  • Green Key


ABOUT

The Setting

The world is finally catching on to what the Portuguese have known forever, that the Douro Valley is one of the most glorious places on Earth. The peaceful River Douro winds through steep terrace vineyards and postcard-worthy rolling hills sprinkled with whitewashed 18th Century quintas (estates). With wine production (Port) going back as far as 2000 years, it’s regarded as one of the world’s oldest demarcated wine regions, (since 1756), leading to its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A particular Quinta we’d like to introduce you to, is Six Senses Douro Valley. This historic manor was converted into a five-star hotel in 2007 and is as thoughtful as it is stunning.  

Six Senses Douro Valley has protected a 10-acre (4-hectare) woodland on the property, highlighting its commitment to sustaining the environment and beautiful old-growth trees. They also sponsor the APEGA Donkey Refuge close to the Spanish border, where the last remaining Miranda donkeys are being saved from extinction. As Kind Travelers, you strive to leave places better than you found them, at Six Senses you may just leave as a better version of yourself, too. They are always promoting positive well-being by incorporating the six dimensions of wellness: social, environmental, physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual. 

Sleep and Sanctuary

Contemporary design and technological comforts meet the past in Six Senses Douro Valley’s 71 guest accommodations, ranging from Quinta Deluxe and Quinta River rooms, to spacious suites. Most guest rooms and suites pander to your sense of sight with vineyard or river views from private terraces or panoramic windows. Then, pander to your sense of touch with plush comforts, such as a range of hypoallergenic pillows from their pillow menu. In addition, all are sensitively refurbished to blend traditional highlights with Six Senses natural style. Take particular note of that style which led Virtuoso magazine to recognize them as the resort with the Best Achievement in Design. 

Eat. Pray. Eat.

Dining at Six Senses Douro Valley is a celebration of the region, you’ll find most of the produce is grown in the verdant valley that surrounds the resort. It’s also helpful an organic garden of vegetables and herbs is located right on the estate. These fresh ingredients are harvested only as needed, assuring ultimate freshness and flavor. Your main dining destination is the much lauded The Vale de Abraão Restaurant, offering a fine tasting menu in their classically elegant The Dining Room, or an all-day eatery featuring regional dishes and seasonal menus in the Open Kitchen and Terrace. For some laid back tapas or drinks with friends in a livelier environment, the Quinta Bar & Lounge is your best bet. Keeping up with the Earthly and sustainable ethos, the Summer Garden Restaurants bring the feast outdoors in stunning fashion with two pop-ups, a garden barbeque and Pickles Restaurant. There’s also the Wine Library & Terrace, perfect for pre/post-dinner sips and tapas. Unique to Six Senses Douro Valley, guests can learn the benefits of cooking responsibly with a cooking class, learn how to sustainably harvest vegetables for your home garden, or even learn to reap the health benefits by pickling produce and making your own fermented shrubs and tonics.   

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Amenities

  • Airport Transportation

  • Public Transportation

  • Parking

  • Complimentary Parking

  • Valet

  • Air Conditioning

  • Complimentary Coffee/Tea

  • Ipod Dock

  • Laundry Facility

  • Restaurant

  • Bar Lounge

  • Library

  • Room Service

  • Room Remote Control

  • Fire Pits on Property

  • Conference Rooms

  • Baby Crib Service

  • Baby Sitting Program

  • Gym

  • Mini Fridge

  • Game Room

  • Family Friendly

  • Bath Robes

  • Complimentary Newspaper

  • Flat Screen TV

  • Minibar

  • Hotel Mobile App

  • Vanity Room

  • Complimentary WiFi

  • Pool

  • Pet Friendly

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OPTIONAL EXTRAS + FEES

Check-in
  • 3 PM - 4 AM | Must be 18 years old to check-in
  • Late check-in upon availability
  • Express check-in available
Check-out
  • 12 PM
  • Late check-out upon availability
  • Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the hotels contact
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Accessibility

Staffed front desk

Pets
  • Pets are free at maximum of one per room and weight limit of 15 pounds. 
  • Restrictions apply; please contact the hotel for information. 
Children and extra beds

Free cribs (infant beds)

 


IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Kind Eats and Drinks

Conscious Culture

  • See the world-famous gallery of rock art at the Vila Nova de Foz Côa archaeological park
  • Occupying an 18th-century episcopal palace, the Museu de Lamego is one of Portugal’s finest regional museums
  • Take a day trip to the historical town of Lamego 

Mindful Adventures

  • Take a paddleboarding tour down the peaceful Douro River 
  • Head on a rewarding hike or drive to a spectacular viewpoint at São Salvador do Mundo 
  • Channel your inner child by tree-climbing the soaring stalks of Six Senses’ enchanted forest

Do Good for the Day

  • Help support Bagos D’ Ouro which uses education as a tool to help local children reverse the cycle of poverty
  • Learn the secrets of sustainable home farming on Six Senses’ organic garden tour
  • Swing by and have a look at the Earth Lab. In this place, every Six Senses property showcases its sustainability efforts to reduce consumption, produce locally and support communities and ecosystems.

Be Kind to Yourself

  • For an off-property workout hit up Fitness Factory in Lamego 
  • Spend an unforgettable day touring the Quintas aka estates of Douro Valley wine country 
  • RéguaFit Health Club has classes to keep the body moving 

 

Quinta Vale de Abrão, 5100-758 Samodães, Portugal

HOW TO GET THERE

By Plane
  • 125 km (77 mi) from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) in Porto 
  • 352 km (218 mi) from Lisbon and Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) 
By Bus/Train 
  • At OPO, take the 601 (every 20 min) to Carmo ($2-$7), walk about 2000ft to the Porto Sao Bento station, take the Re Train (once daily) ($8) to Caldas de Moledo. Walk or taxi remaining 20 min to the hotel. 
  • From Lisbon, at Lisboa Santa Apolonia station take the lc train (once every 2 hrs) to Campanha ($29-$45), hop on the Re ($8-$12) (once daily) to Caldas de Moledo, walk the remaining 20 min. By Bus, you can take the CitiExpress from Sete Rios in Lisbon to Regua ($19-$25), then board the Re at Regua to Caldas de Moledo. 
By Automobile
  • Private airport transfers via Tesla can be arranged through the hotel for up to three guests, one way; or for a minivan for a maximum of six guests, one way is from the nearest airport - Francisco Sá Carneiro in Oporto. Cheaper private transport may also be found at OPO. 
  • Driving from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, take direction VRI and follow the signs to VRI | Porto | Zona Portuária Leixōes | A4 | Matosinhos. Turn in VRI direction (Vila Real | Valongo | A3 | Porto | Braga) following the A4 in the direction of Vila Real. After passing through the Marão Tunnel, take Exit #23 for the A24 in the direction of Viseu and stay left at the fork towards Viseu/Aveiro.  From the A24 take Exit # 10 to N313/Armamar. At the stop sign turn right and continue until the bottom of the hill. At the roundabout head straight towards Lamego | Cinfães | Resende on National Road EN222 crossing a small bridge over the Varosa River. After crossing the small bridge turn right towards Resende and continue on EN222 for six kilometers until you see the Six Senses Douro Valley sign on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Coming from Lisbon, follow A1 towards Aveiro, A25 towards Viseu and then A24 to Vila Real exiting Armamar/Valdigem. Turn right towards the river and at the roundabout follow straight towards Resende. Cross the bridge over the Varosa River, turn right to national road 222 and drive straight for 4 miles (6 kilometers) to the resort’s entrance on the right-hand side of the road.