Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Perched on the banks of the Douro River in Baião (Ribadouro), inside Portugal’s World Heritage Douro Valley. A family-friendly riverside hotel minutes from the river and about 7 minutes from the Monastery of Santo André de Ancede, roughly 79 km from Porto Airport.

Modern, elegant property with 70 air-conditioned rooms, each with a private balcony and panoramic river views. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, minibars, rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. The Royal Spa channels earth, water, air and fire for a calming vibe; note the spa is adults-only (16+) and closes seasonally (Apr 6–May 3).

Indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub (seasonal), sauna, steam room, fitness center and tennis court. Spa treatments include massages, facials and body therapies. Family-friendly extras include a children’s pool, playground and babysitting, plus free parking, concierge and complimentary Wi‑Fi—wake up to river-breeze mornings on your balcony.

Business center and flexible event space totaling about 700 m² (7,535 sq ft) with a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary Wi‑Fi/high-speed internet, on-site self-parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge) support meetings and events.

Palato D'Ouro restaurant serves local Douro flavors for lunch and dinner, and a complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00–10:30. Unwind at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar, or order 24-hour room service for late-night cravings.