Title: Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa 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) # Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/7791106c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/2b5fb9a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/54922f2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/54ec7a35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/dc927ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa offers an upscale riverside experience with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, then relax at the poolside bar, rooftop terrace, or garden. The spa offers rejuvenating treatments, and the attentive staff is highly praised. VIP Access 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Room service - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Spa £105 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=3347922&PinnedHotelID=3347922&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Double Room, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/9f9a5507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, River View 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Bidet - 269 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/e7da37d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Garden View 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Bidet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/2d3f3e25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Bidet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3350000/3348000/3347922/49d3a36f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, River View 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes - 269 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBaiao-Hotels-Douro-Palace-Hotel-Resort-And-Spa.h3347922.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBaiao-Hotels-Douro-Palace-Hotel-Resort-And-Spa.h3347922.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Baiao, Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Duoro River and Caldas de Aregos Marina, while Eça de Queiroz Foundation and Exhibition Centre for Vines and Wine are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Garden of Saint Bartholomew and Parque Aquático de Amarante. Boat tours and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Baiao travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baiao.dx6124902) ![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%7C41.10982%2C-8.00838&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uU897HjI9Ts5XX-HVOK1S3pKiv4=) Lugar Do Carrapatelo, Santa Cruz do Douro, Baiao, 4640 423 ### What's nearby - Monastery of Santo André de Ancede - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles - Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths - 8 min drive - 0.7 miles - Caldas de Aregos - 8 min drive - 0.7 miles - Caldas de Aregos Marina - 8 min drive - 0.7 miles - Parque Aquático de Amarante - 33 min drive - 19.2 miles ### Getting around - Marco de Canaveses Station - 35 min drive - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 77 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante das Caldas - ‬21 min drive - ‪Pastelaria - O Sonho - ‬16 min drive - ‪Café Sangens - ‬17 min drive - ‪Gentleman - ‬17 min drive - ‪Restaurante O Emigrante - ‬16 min drive ## About this property ### Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa Upscale eco-certified hotel by the river Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a rooftop terrace at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa. Treat yourself to a facial, a body scrub or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a lift and a 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers, smoke-free property and a front desk safe Room features All 60 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations - LCD TVs with cable channels - Balconies, daily housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Children's pool - Full-service spa - Sauna - Seasonal outdoor pool - Stereo ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Free babysitting - Free supervised activities for children - Laundry facilities - Seasonal outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - On a river - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Massage - Sauna - Spa open daily - Turkish bath ### 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 - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 6 April to 3 May: - Spa ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one way) - Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45.0 per night 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 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property A swimming cap is mandatory in all indoor swimming pools. Property Registration Number 3997 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 May to September Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa ### Property is also known as Douro Palace Douro Palace Baiao Douro Palace And Spa Baiao Douro Palace Hotel Resort Baiao Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa Hotel Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa Baiao Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa Hotel Baiao ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa? > As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa on 30 Sept 2025 start from £104.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baiao-Hotels-Douro-Palace-Hotel-Resort-And-Spa.h3347922.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa located? > This family-friendly Baiao hotel is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Duoro River, Eça de Queiroz Foundation and Quinta de Covela. São Tiago de Valadares Church and Monastery of Santo André de Ancede are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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