Title: Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Pousada in Alijó with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool ![Premium Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/956eb47f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/1e7afeea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/3293fc8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![43-inch LCD TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/b345e6a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Studio Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/a20b846a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Palacete Barão de Forrester, guests enjoy breakfast before heading to the poolside bar for drinks. O Barão restaurant serves regional specialties for lunch and dinner. This upscale pousada offers a tennis court, coffee shop, and free WiFi for a complete mountain retreat. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Breakfast included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 18 - Nov 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 19 - Nov 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=1227657&PinnedHotelID=1227657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Classic Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/d2d6b3ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Hairdryer Bidet Espresso maker Free bottled water Cable channels Wardrobe - 344 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/aba118fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Hairdryer Bidet Espresso maker Free bottled water Cable channels - 344 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/8bdc9135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Hairdryer Bidet Espresso maker Free bottled water Cable channels - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Premium Double or Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/2c7f4235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Hairdryer Bidet Espresso maker Free bottled water Cable channels - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![Junior Studio Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1227700/1227657/3d108555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Studio Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Hairdryer Bidet Espresso maker Free bottled water Cable channels - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlijo-Hotels-Pousada-Barao-De-Forrester.h1227657.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlijo-Hotels-Pousada-Barao-De-Forrester.h1227657.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.27601%2C-7.47477&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Kia0ceqLBLtmPIcXCv-AtaS6kBw=) Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijó, Vila Real, 5070-031 #### What's nearby - Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Igreja Matriz de Alijo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Duoro River - 14 min drive - 7.5 miles - Quinta da Roêda Winery - 26 min drive - 11.9 miles #### Getting around - Tua Station - 25 min drive - Vila Real (VRL) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Quinta Da Avessada - ‬6 min drive - ‪Quinta do Portal - ‬19 min drive - ‪Calça Curta - ‬15 min drive - ‪Maria da Glória - ‬5 min drive - ‪Restaurante Típico - ‬17 min drive ## About this property ### Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Upscale pousada in the city centre At Forrester Essence Douro Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, O Barão, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - An outdoor tennis court, luggage storage and a banquet hall - A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and espresso makers. 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Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 110 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=11294336&PinnedHotelID=11294336&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - O Barão ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - Outdoor tennis court ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Grab bar near toilet - Hardwood flooring in room - Lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Communal living room - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 31 October ### Property is also known as Pousada Barão Forrester Pousada Barão Forrester Alijo Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel Alijo Pousada Barão de Forrester Palacete Barão de Forrester. Forester Essence Douro Hotel Forrester Essence Douro Alijo Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Alijó Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Pousada (Portugal) Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Pousada (Portugal) Alijó ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Forrester Essence Douro Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Forrester Essence Douro Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Forrester Essence Douro Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Alijó, this pousada is steps away from Igreja Matriz de Alijo, Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro and Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro. Bread and Wine Museum and Adega de Favaios are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Pestana Churchill Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camara-De-Lobos-Hotels-Pestana-Churchill-Bay.h35774151.Hotel-Information) > > [I L❤️VE U! Villa. Sea view! SPA! Heated Pool! Cinema! 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