Vila Gale Douro Vineyards
US$241
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Vila Gale Douro Vineyards
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US$241
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Vila Gale Douro Vineyards average US$137 in the cheapest month (December) and US$241 in the most expensive month (September), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| February | US$143 |
| March | US$139 |
| April | US$188 |
| May | US$204 |
| June | US$221 |
| July | US$214 |
| August | US$223 |
| September | US$241 |
| October | US$195 |
| November | US$140 |
| December | US$137 |
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Cheapest: December (~US$137)
About this property
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an attached winery, an outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an attached winery, an outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Vineyards serving guests of Vila Gale Douro Vineyards Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.
Location
Located in Armamar, Vila Gale Douro Vineyards Hotel is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Quinta de La Rosa and Quinta de Santa Eufemia. This farm stay is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Quinta da Roêda Winery and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Douro Museum.
What's nearby
Duoro River(0.5 Miles)
Quinta do Tedo(0.9 Miles)
Quinta do Popa(2 Miles)
Quinta do Panascal Visitor's Center(4.6 Miles)
Fonseca Quinta do Pascanal(4.8 Miles)
Quinta do Bomfim(7.5 Miles)
Formiga Viewpoint(7.5 Miles)
Quinta de Santa Eufemia(7.6 Miles)
Quinta da Roêda Winery(8.4 Miles)
Quinta de La Rosa(8.6 Miles)
Quinta do Vallado(9 Miles)
Casa do Douro(9.6 Miles)
Douro Museum(9.8 Miles)
Alameda dos Capitaes Park(9.8 Miles)
Casal de Loivos Viewpoint(9.8 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Vila Real (VRL)(22.4 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Bicycle rental
Garden
Location
Quinta do Val Moreira Marmelal, Vila Seca e Santo Adrião, Armamar, Portugal
Duoro River (0.5 Miles)
Quinta do Tedo (0.9 Miles)
Quinta do Popa (2 Miles)
Quinta do Panascal Visitor's Center (4.6 Miles)
Fonseca Quinta do Pascanal (4.8 Miles)
Quinta do Bomfim (7.5 Miles)
Room options
11
Suite
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
592 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
291 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
12
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
291 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
11
Suite (Triple)
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
592 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
9
Double Room Single Use
Room details
1 Single Bed
291 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
10
Family Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
484 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Vila Gale Douro Vineyards
8.8
Fabulous
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What guests think
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Vila Gale Douro Vineyards impresses with breathtaking Douro Valley views and generally friendly staff, but its hillside layout means many stairs between rooms and amenities, making access and luggage handling challenging, especially for guests with mobility limitations.
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Vila Gale Douro Vineyards impresses with breathtaking Douro Valley views and generally friendly staff, but its hillside layout means many stairs between rooms and amenities, making access and luggage handling challenging, especially for guests with mobility limitations.
Room comfort is mixed, with some hard beds, thin walls, limited in-room amenities such as kettles or tissues, and occasional odors or temperature issues. Food feedback varies: breakfasts are often praised for variety yet sometimes cold or poorly replenished, while dinners lean toward a buffet many found limited or cafeteria like, with à la carte options, opening days, and reservations not always clear. Facilities include scenic pools and an onsite winery, but the property is remote with little transport, parking can be inconvenient, and there is no widely available room service. Expect a beautiful, quiet stay best for travelers prioritizing views over convenience.
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Facilities
Terraced property with two outdoor pools and striking viewpoints; pools are unheated. Onsite winery tours and massages are available, but bar and restaurant access feels limited at times, parking can be inconvenient, there is no room service, and reservations are often needed.
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Thomas
6 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Possible heat the lower pool.
Possible heat the lower pool.
8
Renata
19 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Dinner restaurant closed Monday/Tuesday. Closest decent restaurant 20 minutes away by car. Breakfast buffet was ok, terrrible coffee, omelet service was spotty.
Dinner restaurant closed Monday/Tuesday. Closest decent restaurant 20 minutes away by car. Breakfast buffet was ok, terrrible coffee, omelet service was spotty.
10
Danny
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning venue, great wine and easy transport from Pinhão station. Did the wine tasting and had a massage service. Both great experiences. Only minor issue was the limited food options, although one night the buffet included a BBQ which went down well.
Stunning venue, great wine and easy transport from Pinhão station. Did the wine tasting and had a massage service. Both great experiences. Only minor issue was the limited food options, although one night the buffet included a BBQ which went down well.
10
thomas
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is very nice. The views from our room on the upper terrace were amazing. However, with that came the long steep walk up and down to get to the “bar” or restaurant. The room was very clean and ac worked great. You need to ask at the front desk if you want a hot pot and instant coffee for the room. The walls are kind of thin and we had a very loud group in the room next to us one night. The bar really is not a bar. It is a couple of booths in the corner of the restaurant behind a few curtains. The breakfast was very good. The food in the “bar” was just okay. Did not have the dinner buffet. With that being said we would definitely stay here again.
This hotel is very nice. The views from our room on the upper terrace were amazing. However, with that came the long steep walk up and down to get to the “bar” or restaurant. The room was very clean and ac worked great. You need to ask at the front desk if you want a hot pot and instant coffee for the room. The walls are kind of thin and we had a very loud group in the room next to us one night. The bar really is not a bar. It is a couple of booths in the corner of the restaurant behind a few curtains. The breakfast was very good. The food in the “bar” was just okay. Did not have the dinner buffet. With that being said we would definitely stay here again.
10
Caroline
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een hotel boven op de heuvel rondom in de wijngaarden. Een bijzondere locatie waar de service hoog in het vaandel staat. Alles klopt voor een fijn verblijf. Elk plateau waar de hoelkamers liggen, is bereikbaar via trappen. Mijn partner is slecht ter been, maar dit was geen probleem. Het hotel bood de service door een soort golfkarretje als transfer op basis van oproep. Top service.
Een hotel boven op de heuvel rondom in de wijngaarden. Een bijzondere locatie waar de service hoog in het vaandel staat. Alles klopt voor een fijn verblijf. Elk plateau waar de hoelkamers liggen, is bereikbaar via trappen. Mijn partner is slecht ter been, maar dit was geen probleem. Het hotel bood de service door een soort golfkarretje als transfer op basis van oproep. Top service.
10
Diane
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
10
Josee
29 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location and views from the property. Facilities very well maintained.
Amazing location and views from the property. Facilities very well maintained.
8
jose
12 Oct 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
8
Tara
15 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The property was set back with a beautiful view overlooking the winery and Duoro Valley. Accommodations were large with a nice deck. The bed was uncomfortable but we were only staying one night. The restaurants included a buffet which we went to to for breakfast and for one drink as well as a sit down dinner restaurant. The service at the reserved dinner was subpar. Our waiter was tending to a table of six and focused on that table much of our visit. Never coming over to see how our meal was or if we wanted or needed anything. Probably the worst service we have ever received in a supposedly fine dining environment. At check in the front desk personelle never explained the winery reservations are required and that there is only specific times for English speaking tours. We arrived at 3:00pm and the English tour was only at 3:30pm that day and that information would have been beneficial and appreciated. Even a letter or pamphlet expressing this info would be helpful. We went down to the winery and asked to do a taste in gas guests of the hotel and they said we can’t so that. Our options were a 4:30 Portuguese speaking tour or the next day at 10:30am. We couldn’t even order a glass of wine at the winery. We were told to go to the buffet to order wine. Very disappointing as a guest. We decided to partake in the Portuguese speaking tour. All in all we would go back for the view only the rest needs much improvement.
The property was set back with a beautiful view overlooking the winery and Duoro Valley. Accommodations were large with a nice deck. The bed was uncomfortable but we were only staying one night. The restaurants included a buffet which we went to to for breakfast and for one drink as well as a sit down dinner restaurant. The service at the reserved dinner was subpar. Our waiter was tending to a table of six and focused on that table much of our visit. Never coming over to see how our meal was or if we wanted or needed anything. Probably the worst service we have ever received in a supposedly fine dining environment. At check in the front desk personelle never explained the winery reservations are required and that there is only specific times for English speaking tours. We arrived at 3:00pm and the English tour was only at 3:30pm that day and that information would have been beneficial and appreciated. Even a letter or pamphlet expressing this info would be helpful. We went down to the winery and asked to do a taste in gas guests of the hotel and they said we can’t so that. Our options were a 4:30 Portuguese speaking tour or the next day at 10:30am. We couldn’t even order a glass of wine at the winery. We were told to go to the buffet to order wine. Very disappointing as a guest. We decided to partake in the Portuguese speaking tour. All in all we would go back for the view only the rest needs much improvement.
10
Jennifer
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible views. Incredible wine tour. Excellent and lovely staff. Wish I had arrived earlier to take advantage of the pool. Wish they had a hot tub.
Incredible views. Incredible wine tour. Excellent and lovely staff. Wish I had arrived earlier to take advantage of the pool. Wish they had a hot tub.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally clean and well kept, with several guests praising spotless bedrooms. A few report sewer like odors in some bathrooms and occasional maintenance issues such as noisy AC or poor showers.
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10
Gert
2 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Skøn vingård med fantastisk udsigt. Personalet gjorde alt hvad de kunne for at vi skulle føle os godt tilpas. Værelserne var rummelige og rengøring var i top. Det var i særklasse en god oplevelse at være på dette hotel, som vi meget gerne kommer tilbage til.
Skøn vingård med fantastisk udsigt. Personalet gjorde alt hvad de kunne for at vi skulle føle os godt tilpas. Værelserne var rummelige og rengøring var i top. Det var i særklasse en god oplevelse at være på dette hotel, som vi meget gerne kommer tilbage til.
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Justin
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is beautiful. They definitely embellish their amenities though. The food is buffet style with plenty of microwave style pizza and refrigerated fish nuggets. We left the property for food and wine options. The rooms are clean but small and decor resembles a 1970’s Burger King. It’s really a tale of two places… Not terrible, but would not return or recommend. Especially when every other Quinta has beautiful views as well.
Property is beautiful. They definitely embellish their amenities though. The food is buffet style with plenty of microwave style pizza and refrigerated fish nuggets. We left the property for food and wine options. The rooms are clean but small and decor resembles a 1970’s Burger King. It’s really a tale of two places… Not terrible, but would not return or recommend. Especially when every other Quinta has beautiful views as well.
10
ELEONORA
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was really incredible experience. Everything about this place exceeded our expectations. Staff was very professional and attentive, rooms were cleaned every day to the highest standard, breakfast and dinner were great.
It was really incredible experience. Everything about this place exceeded our expectations. Staff was very professional and attentive, rooms were cleaned every day to the highest standard, breakfast and dinner were great.
10
Gwendolyn
28 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful grounds, spotlessly clean bedrooms and bathrooms, wonderful view, helpful staff and great breakfast! Highly recommend!
Beautiful grounds, spotlessly clean bedrooms and bathrooms, wonderful view, helpful staff and great breakfast! Highly recommend!
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cristine
6 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Quarto com cheiro horrivel (provavelmente proveniente dos ralos do banheiro). O mesmo cheiro encontrado em algumas outras áreas do hotel. Ar condicionado barulhento (manutenção foi verificar, mas continuou o barulho!) Chuveiro ruim. Restaurante (meia pensão/jantar) parece um restaurante de quilo ruim. A única coisa boa é a localização. Péssimo custo/benefício (caro para o atendimento e qualidade da acomodação).
Quarto com cheiro horrivel (provavelmente proveniente dos ralos do banheiro). O mesmo cheiro encontrado em algumas outras áreas do hotel. Ar condicionado barulhento (manutenção foi verificar, mas continuou o barulho!) Chuveiro ruim. Restaurante (meia pensão/jantar) parece um restaurante de quilo ruim. A única coisa boa é a localização. Péssimo custo/benefício (caro para o atendimento e qualidade da acomodação).
10
Diane
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
10
Josee
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location and views from the property. Facilities very well maintained.
Amazing location and views from the property. Facilities very well maintained.
8
jose
12 Oct 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
6
DAVID
14 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room smelled of sewage from the shower. The food at the gourmet restaurant was too salty.
The room smelled of sewage from the shower. The food at the gourmet restaurant was too salty.
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mike
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was without doubt the worst stay of our 8 hotel tour around Portugal. Although the staff work really hard to make things as good as possible, the hotel is fundamentally bad. Our room (suite) was really smelly, it was as though there was an open sewer in either the toilet or shower area. There were huge deep scratches in the flooring. The toilet cubicle door did not shut fully, offering no privacy. Only 1/2 of the lights in the bedroom worked and could not be fixed during our stay. The bed/bedding itself was also the worst quality of our week long stay. The bed was hard and had a waterproof topper immediately below the thin sheet - making for a sweaty sticky nights sleep. The pillows are very low quality, cheap high fill polyester or similar. All pillows seemed the same, so no choice available. The site itself was well maintained but again, seemed to miss the mark. Everything is pretty much served in the dining room. The bar was shut. The hotel is part of a larger corporate chain. There are no paper menus or information available but instead guests are referred to some horrendous app - as if people want to stare at smartphones constantly on holiday! The menus in the app are confusing and hard to navigate (the app contains menus and info for the whole hotel chain). Dinner buffet was good (when it opened at 1900). Breakfast was disappointing, bad coffee, juice from concentrate; the omelettes were the saving grace. Avoid the place at all costs
This was without doubt the worst stay of our 8 hotel tour around Portugal. Although the staff work really hard to make things as good as possible, the hotel is fundamentally bad. Our room (suite) was really smelly, it was as though there was an open sewer in either the toilet or shower area. There were huge deep scratches in the flooring. The toilet cubicle door did not shut fully, offering no privacy. Only 1/2 of the lights in the bedroom worked and could not be fixed during our stay. The bed/bedding itself was also the worst quality of our week long stay. The bed was hard and had a waterproof topper immediately below the thin sheet - making for a sweaty sticky nights sleep. The pillows are very low quality, cheap high fill polyester or similar. All pillows seemed the same, so no choice available. The site itself was well maintained but again, seemed to miss the mark. Everything is pretty much served in the dining room. The bar was shut. The hotel is part of a larger corporate chain. There are no paper menus or information available but instead guests are referred to some horrendous app - as if people want to stare at smartphones constantly on holiday! The menus in the app are confusing and hard to navigate (the app contains menus and info for the whole hotel chain). Dinner buffet was good (when it opened at 1900). Breakfast was disappointing, bad coffee, juice from concentrate; the omelettes were the saving grace. Avoid the place at all costs
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Rooms
Rooms range from spacious to compact and can feel basic; several mention hard mattresses, noise through thin or connecting doors, limited amenities (no kettle, tissues or robes), and design quirks like glass bathroom doors or hard to heat spaces.
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Carol
18 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were not so comfortable and I could here the people in the next room,
The beds were not so comfortable and I could here the people in the next room,
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Rebecca
5 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
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robert
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
As the name implies, set in Douro valley with great view of the river below. We used as a rest stop, with no touring. Beautiful location with nice sunrise and sunsets. Nice room, but steps to and from meals and pool. Best be fit to enjoy the area.
As the name implies, set in Douro valley with great view of the river below. We used as a rest stop, with no touring. Beautiful location with nice sunrise and sunsets. Nice room, but steps to and from meals and pool. Best be fit to enjoy the area.
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Morten
28 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastisk udsigt. Fint værelse..dog ingen varme på badeværelset..og der var koldt ved Douro.
Fantastisk udsigt. Fint værelse..dog ingen varme på badeværelset..og der var koldt ved Douro.
10
Jessica
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff is super friendly and helpful, the view from the room is magnificent!
The staff is super friendly and helpful, the view from the room is magnificent!
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Katia
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location! The hotel room itself is a little older and there was no robes or ironing board, just the basics. Bed was a little hard but for one night it was fine. I wouldn’t stay longer than 2 nights.
Beautiful location! The hotel room itself is a little older and there was no robes or ironing board, just the basics. Bed was a little hard but for one night it was fine. I wouldn’t stay longer than 2 nights.
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thomas
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is very nice. The views from our room on the upper terrace were amazing. However, with that came the long steep walk up and down to get to the “bar” or restaurant. The room was very clean and ac worked great. You need to ask at the front desk if you want a hot pot and instant coffee for the room. The walls are kind of thin and we had a very loud group in the room next to us one night. The bar really is not a bar. It is a couple of booths in the corner of the restaurant behind a few curtains. The breakfast was very good. The food in the “bar” was just okay. Did not have the dinner buffet. With that being said we would definitely stay here again.
This hotel is very nice. The views from our room on the upper terrace were amazing. However, with that came the long steep walk up and down to get to the “bar” or restaurant. The room was very clean and ac worked great. You need to ask at the front desk if you want a hot pot and instant coffee for the room. The walls are kind of thin and we had a very loud group in the room next to us one night. The bar really is not a bar. It is a couple of booths in the corner of the restaurant behind a few curtains. The breakfast was very good. The food in the “bar” was just okay. Did not have the dinner buffet. With that being said we would definitely stay here again.
10
Denise
19 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great except the mattress had some sort of plastic to it hat made it both uncomfortable and noisy when you move. The restaurant, the view, and pool area were wonderful
Everything was great except the mattress had some sort of plastic to it hat made it both uncomfortable and noisy when you move. The restaurant, the view, and pool area were wonderful
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Helene
4 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
At check-in was told that the winery was open until 6:30pm; but then they called me at 6pm to tell me they were mistaken and it was closed already. The room required going 4 flights of stairs to access. The room was freezing when we arrived as the heat was completely off even though it was 4 degrees Celsius outside. The restaurant is 500 meters from the room and most guests used the car to go there. There were no premium wines available by the glass even though the hotel is at a winery. I would not recommend this hotel.
At check-in was told that the winery was open until 6:30pm; but then they called me at 6pm to tell me they were mistaken and it was closed already. The room required going 4 flights of stairs to access. The room was freezing when we arrived as the heat was completely off even though it was 4 degrees Celsius outside. The restaurant is 500 meters from the room and most guests used the car to go there. There were no premium wines available by the glass even though the hotel is at a winery. I would not recommend this hotel.
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Tara
15 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was set back with a beautiful view overlooking the winery and Duoro Valley. Accommodations were large with a nice deck. The bed was uncomfortable but we were only staying one night. The restaurants included a buffet which we went to to for breakfast and for one drink as well as a sit down dinner restaurant. The service at the reserved dinner was subpar. Our waiter was tending to a table of six and focused on that table much of our visit. Never coming over to see how our meal was or if we wanted or needed anything. Probably the worst service we have ever received in a supposedly fine dining environment. At check in the front desk personelle never explained the winery reservations are required and that there is only specific times for English speaking tours. We arrived at 3:00pm and the English tour was only at 3:30pm that day and that information would have been beneficial and appreciated. Even a letter or pamphlet expressing this info would be helpful. We went down to the winery and asked to do a taste in gas guests of the hotel and they said we can’t so that. Our options were a 4:30 Portuguese speaking tour or the next day at 10:30am. We couldn’t even order a glass of wine at the winery. We were told to go to the buffet to order wine. Very disappointing as a guest. We decided to partake in the Portuguese speaking tour. All in all we would go back for the view only the rest needs much improvement.
The property was set back with a beautiful view overlooking the winery and Duoro Valley. Accommodations were large with a nice deck. The bed was uncomfortable but we were only staying one night. The restaurants included a buffet which we went to to for breakfast and for one drink as well as a sit down dinner restaurant. The service at the reserved dinner was subpar. Our waiter was tending to a table of six and focused on that table much of our visit. Never coming over to see how our meal was or if we wanted or needed anything. Probably the worst service we have ever received in a supposedly fine dining environment. At check in the front desk personelle never explained the winery reservations are required and that there is only specific times for English speaking tours. We arrived at 3:00pm and the English tour was only at 3:30pm that day and that information would have been beneficial and appreciated. Even a letter or pamphlet expressing this info would be helpful. We went down to the winery and asked to do a taste in gas guests of the hotel and they said we can’t so that. Our options were a 4:30 Portuguese speaking tour or the next day at 10:30am. We couldn’t even order a glass of wine at the winery. We were told to go to the buffet to order wine. Very disappointing as a guest. We decided to partake in the Portuguese speaking tour. All in all we would go back for the view only the rest needs much improvement.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, arranging tours and recommendations. However, service can be understaffed or disorganized at times, with slow bar or restaurant service, misinformation, limited assistance with luggage, and check in or dining reservations causing friction.
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philippe
12 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Poor service.40 steps to get to your room with no help No parking space available at arrival Limited space at the restaurant didn’t allow us to dine before 9 pm So sad while the spot is great
Poor service.40 steps to get to your room with no help No parking space available at arrival Limited space at the restaurant didn’t allow us to dine before 9 pm So sad while the spot is great
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Jessica
31 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great view, overall service is excellent
Great view, overall service is excellent
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Rachel
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The vineyard is truly beautiful. The scenery is outstanding and really adds the the luxurious feeling of this hotel. The bed was enormous, it was like having a whole double bed each. The food selection on breakfast and evening was good and not overly expensive. The only complaint would be the wait time on drinks by the pool, there was only one staff member to make drinks and sort food orders so we were often waiting a long time for drinks. This was pacified by having two pools to cool off in and lounge by. I’d absolutely stay again.
The vineyard is truly beautiful. The scenery is outstanding and really adds the the luxurious feeling of this hotel. The bed was enormous, it was like having a whole double bed each. The food selection on breakfast and evening was good and not overly expensive. The only complaint would be the wait time on drinks by the pool, there was only one staff member to make drinks and sort food orders so we were often waiting a long time for drinks. This was pacified by having two pools to cool off in and lounge by. I’d absolutely stay again.
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Rebecca
5 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
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Barbara
21 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very nice property and our room was adequate. It is on several levels, which makes walking difficult. The view would normally be gorgeous but we had the misfortune of a rainy day. Certainly not the hotels fault. There was confusion on check-in though and the staff needs a little further instruction. They all seemed very confused. Overall a very nice hotel. I also really enjoyed the tour of the wine cellar.
This is a very nice property and our room was adequate. It is on several levels, which makes walking difficult. The view would normally be gorgeous but we had the misfortune of a rainy day. Certainly not the hotels fault. There was confusion on check-in though and the staff needs a little further instruction. They all seemed very confused. Overall a very nice hotel. I also really enjoyed the tour of the wine cellar.
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Deborah
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hideous man checked us in and complained the whole time about how he “hated” Lisbon. That was our next stop on our Portugal trip.
Hideous man checked us in and complained the whole time about how he “hated” Lisbon. That was our next stop on our Portugal trip.
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Benjamin
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everyone was welcoming and helpful during our stay. The front desk set up a wine tour and a restaurant reservation for us, which we appreciated. The view from the room was lovely. A coffee option in the room would have been nice, but the breakfast buffet opens at 8 and had many options. The dinner buffet was convenient for a late night arrival.
Everyone was welcoming and helpful during our stay. The front desk set up a wine tour and a restaurant reservation for us, which we appreciated. The view from the room was lovely. A coffee option in the room would have been nice, but the breakfast buffet opens at 8 and had many options. The dinner buffet was convenient for a late night arrival.
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Victor
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Vila Gale Douro lacked personnel to handle the service to clients.
Vila Gale Douro lacked personnel to handle the service to clients.
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Jessica
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff is super friendly and helpful, the view from the room is magnificent!
The staff is super friendly and helpful, the view from the room is magnificent!
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Diane
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
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Location
Hilltop vineyard setting with breathtaking Douro Valley panoramas and a peaceful, secluded vibe. Remote location means a car or taxis are useful, and moving around onsite can involve long routes.
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Deryl
27 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property, fantastic views, great location. Highly recommendable unless you can't do stairs. It's 7 levels with no elevator.
Beautiful property, fantastic views, great location. Highly recommendable unless you can't do stairs. It's 7 levels with no elevator.
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Martin
29 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hôtel. Bien situé dans le Douro.
Excellent hôtel. Bien situé dans le Douro.
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Joanna
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic location with breathtaking views !!
Fantastic location with breathtaking views !!
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robert
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
As the name implies, set in Douro valley with great view of the river below. We used as a rest stop, with no touring. Beautiful location with nice sunrise and sunsets. Nice room, but steps to and from meals and pool. Best be fit to enjoy the area.
As the name implies, set in Douro valley with great view of the river below. We used as a rest stop, with no touring. Beautiful location with nice sunrise and sunsets. Nice room, but steps to and from meals and pool. Best be fit to enjoy the area.
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David
26 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
View of the river breath talking.
View of the river breath talking.
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Steve
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Quite remote, had to taxi everywhere, quite expensive to get to villages 30-40 Euros one-way. No face cloths, no body lotion, no facial tissues, vanity kits. Dining room was over 600 meters away. From our room it was 114 stairs to breakfast room. Area and property was beautiful, views spectacular. We expected to hike to different vineyards but was only offered one hike to the top of the mountain to a village with no amenities. Walked down to the main highway but could not walk any further because there were no highway shoulders. We came to hike but really could not.
Quite remote, had to taxi everywhere, quite expensive to get to villages 30-40 Euros one-way. No face cloths, no body lotion, no facial tissues, vanity kits. Dining room was over 600 meters away. From our room it was 114 stairs to breakfast room. Area and property was beautiful, views spectacular. We expected to hike to different vineyards but was only offered one hike to the top of the mountain to a village with no amenities. Walked down to the main highway but could not walk any further because there were no highway shoulders. We came to hike but really could not.
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Raquel
20 Sept 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing views of the vineyards and river, great food and incredible service. However, the hilltop location (serviced by MANY stairs) might not be so friendly for those with mobility issues.
Amazing views of the vineyards and river, great food and incredible service. However, the hilltop location (serviced by MANY stairs) might not be so friendly for those with mobility issues.
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Caroline
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een hotel boven op de heuvel rondom in de wijngaarden. Een bijzondere locatie waar de service hoog in het vaandel staat. Alles klopt voor een fijn verblijf. Elk plateau waar de hoelkamers liggen, is bereikbaar via trappen. Mijn partner is slecht ter been, maar dit was geen probleem. Het hotel bood de service door een soort golfkarretje als transfer op basis van oproep. Top service.
Een hotel boven op de heuvel rondom in de wijngaarden. Een bijzondere locatie waar de service hoog in het vaandel staat. Alles klopt voor een fijn verblijf. Elk plateau waar de hoelkamers liggen, is bereikbaar via trappen. Mijn partner is slecht ter been, maar dit was geen probleem. Het hotel bood de service door een soort golfkarretje als transfer op basis van oproep. Top service.
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Noela
1 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location with outstanding views!
Great location with outstanding views!
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Ellen M.
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel, accommodating staff, and incredible views! While we enjoyed the quiet and seclusion, it would have been helpful to have a car as there was no hotel provided transportation into any of the nearby towns.
Beautiful hotel, accommodating staff, and incredible views! While we enjoyed the quiet and seclusion, it would have been helpful to have a car as there was no hotel provided transportation into any of the nearby towns.
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Dining
Breakfast is often considered good with variety, though coffee can be poor and hot items or replenishment inconsistent. Dinner skews to a buffet many found limited or cafeteria like, with unclear à la carte availability and occasional closures or required reservations.
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Justin
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is beautiful. They definitely embellish their amenities though. The food is buffet style with plenty of microwave style pizza and refrigerated fish nuggets. We left the property for food and wine options. The rooms are clean but small and decor resembles a 1970’s Burger King. It’s really a tale of two places… Not terrible, but would not return or recommend. Especially when every other Quinta has beautiful views as well.
Property is beautiful. They definitely embellish their amenities though. The food is buffet style with plenty of microwave style pizza and refrigerated fish nuggets. We left the property for food and wine options. The rooms are clean but small and decor resembles a 1970’s Burger King. It’s really a tale of two places… Not terrible, but would not return or recommend. Especially when every other Quinta has beautiful views as well.
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Rebecca
5 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
I’ll start with the good parts… the pool areas/ pool views and views from the room… amazing! Staff at front desk were also very nice. Otherwise some serious issues with the restaurant staff almost ruined the trip and we were not alone. Other customers were also clearly upset. This wasn’t even just bad Portuguese service, it was no service. We just wanted a glass of wine at the hotel restaurant after our long drive (we did tell the front of house staff). We left and drove 15 mins into Pinhau instead for a late lunch and picked up our own things for dinner in the room from the town. Lovely to sit outside on the balcony at night though. The bathroom toilet room has a glass door that didn’t really close and you can hear everything in the bathroom.. so no privacy. You can’t turn off the outdoor light on the patio so that was annoying too. No cofffee machine or even a kettle in the room. The only place Ive stayed on my trip without one. We couldn’t get in for a wine tasting even for hotel guests and then couldn’t get served on the patio. Finally the restaurant is like a cafeteria. Lots of hard surfaces. Noisy. Good breakfast. Lots of options. Hanging by the pool was lovely but its not heated so we didn’t go in. Thankfully we only stayed one night. I wouldn’t be back.
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cristine
6 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Quarto com cheiro horrivel (provavelmente proveniente dos ralos do banheiro). O mesmo cheiro encontrado em algumas outras áreas do hotel. Ar condicionado barulhento (manutenção foi verificar, mas continuou o barulho!) Chuveiro ruim. Restaurante (meia pensão/jantar) parece um restaurante de quilo ruim. A única coisa boa é a localização. Péssimo custo/benefício (caro para o atendimento e qualidade da acomodação).
Quarto com cheiro horrivel (provavelmente proveniente dos ralos do banheiro). O mesmo cheiro encontrado em algumas outras áreas do hotel. Ar condicionado barulhento (manutenção foi verificar, mas continuou o barulho!) Chuveiro ruim. Restaurante (meia pensão/jantar) parece um restaurante de quilo ruim. A única coisa boa é a localização. Péssimo custo/benefício (caro para o atendimento e qualidade da acomodação).
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Marie-Lucie
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Le restaurant le soir était un buffet, mais quand même de bonne qualité et diversité.
Le restaurant le soir était un buffet, mais quand même de bonne qualité et diversité.
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Renata
19 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Dinner restaurant closed Monday/Tuesday. Closest decent restaurant 20 minutes away by car. Breakfast buffet was ok, terrrible coffee, omelet service was spotty.
Dinner restaurant closed Monday/Tuesday. Closest decent restaurant 20 minutes away by car. Breakfast buffet was ok, terrrible coffee, omelet service was spotty.
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Benjamin
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everyone was welcoming and helpful during our stay. The front desk set up a wine tour and a restaurant reservation for us, which we appreciated. The view from the room was lovely. A coffee option in the room would have been nice, but the breakfast buffet opens at 8 and had many options. The dinner buffet was convenient for a late night arrival.
Everyone was welcoming and helpful during our stay. The front desk set up a wine tour and a restaurant reservation for us, which we appreciated. The view from the room was lovely. A coffee option in the room would have been nice, but the breakfast buffet opens at 8 and had many options. The dinner buffet was convenient for a late night arrival.
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Pamela
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed everything about Vila Gale. The one area which was a bit lacking was the buffet dinner. We would have probably enjoyed the A La Carte menu more. The stewed beef was not very tender and aside from the beef dish and the salmon in puff pastry, there wasn’t much other choice. My husband had the pasta which was good but again, the choices of vegetables, etc to add to the pasta were limited. Otherwise, we very much enjoyed our stay at Vila Gale and were very impressed with the view.
We enjoyed everything about Vila Gale. The one area which was a bit lacking was the buffet dinner. We would have probably enjoyed the A La Carte menu more. The stewed beef was not very tender and aside from the beef dish and the salmon in puff pastry, there wasn’t much other choice. My husband had the pasta which was good but again, the choices of vegetables, etc to add to the pasta were limited. Otherwise, we very much enjoyed our stay at Vila Gale and were very impressed with the view.
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Diane
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Booked us a wine tasting and tour at check in. Recommended restaurants in the area. Breakfast buffet was delicious, lots of fresh food choices and an omelette station. Great pool area with breathtaking views of the Douro River. Comfy sun loungers. Our room was clean and spacious. Only downside was a lot of steps up and down from our room to the restaurant and pool. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues.
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agnaldo elon
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel novo é lindo. O problema são as escadarias para acessar restaurante, piscinas e estacionamento. Café da manhã muito bom, mas o jantar ( sistema de meia pensão) muito ruim.
Hotel novo é lindo. O problema são as escadarias para acessar restaurante, piscinas e estacionamento. Café da manhã muito bom, mas o jantar ( sistema de meia pensão) muito ruim.
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jose
12 Oct 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
Ponto positivo: localização com a vista mais bonita do Douro. Estrutura do hotel com quartos muito confortáveis e limpos. Pontos negativos: piscinas não aquecidas o que impossibilita seu uso; poucas pessoas no Staff, não oferece serviço de quarto, checkout muito demorado pois só havia uma pessoa na recepção, não há quem ajude com malas. O mais decepcionante foi o restaurante que não oferece opções a lá carte. Somente buffet e com higiene muito a desejar pois haviam MOSCAS, sobre a comida exposta do buffet. Não tive coragem de consumir nada no restaurante e tive que sair do hotel pra fazer as refeições.
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Måns
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The view from this hotel is truly spectacular and without a doubt deserves five stars. Waking up to such breathtaking scenery was the highlight of our stay. Unfortunately, the hotel itself did not live up to its advertised four-star standard. The property feels dated and worn, with several areas in need of renovation. The breakfast and restaurant offerings were disappointing, lacking both variety and quality. Service was also very inconsistent—some staff members were friendly and attentive, while others seemed uninterested and unhelpful. Overall, if you’re looking for an unforgettable view, this hotel certainly delivers. However, apart from the scenery, the overall experience felt much closer to a three-star hotel than a four-star one.
The view from this hotel is truly spectacular and without a doubt deserves five stars. Waking up to such breathtaking scenery was the highlight of our stay. Unfortunately, the hotel itself did not live up to its advertised four-star standard. The property feels dated and worn, with several areas in need of renovation. The breakfast and restaurant offerings were disappointing, lacking both variety and quality. Service was also very inconsistent—some staff members were friendly and attentive, while others seemed uninterested and unhelpful. Overall, if you’re looking for an unforgettable view, this hotel certainly delivers. However, apart from the scenery, the overall experience felt much closer to a three-star hotel than a four-star one.
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Alejandro
9 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful setting and hotel. Would stay again.
Wonderful setting and hotel. Would stay again.
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shilpa
12 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was amazing. Staff was cooperative. View was fantastic. Rooms were clean. Restaurant was great. Very nice food. Only one draw back was Expedia did not mentioned in room description that there were 80 + steps to climb to go to family rooms. But staff helped us go up and down in golf cart which they said they do not do normally. I would come again for view and great service they provided. My therapeutical massage was cherry on top. Overall great experience. Relaxed and enjoyed this property.
Everything was amazing. Staff was cooperative. View was fantastic. Rooms were clean. Restaurant was great. Very nice food. Only one draw back was Expedia did not mentioned in room description that there were 80 + steps to climb to go to family rooms. But staff helped us go up and down in golf cart which they said they do not do normally. I would come again for view and great service they provided. My therapeutical massage was cherry on top. Overall great experience. Relaxed and enjoyed this property.
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Timothy
9 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very average property, with a very nice view. The staff isn't very friendly from the minute we walked in the door. None of the amenities were open, or they were all booked. So if you want to eat dinner apparently you need to call weeks ahead. The breakfast is very average. It's like a selection of grocery store bought goods and and a couple of hot things. Also no cups, which apparently was a chore to be asked for one. But then the worst part, is that construction on the property apparently starts at 7:00 a.m. sharp. Nothing like waking up to an angle grinder cutting rebar. Would probably look fo stay somewhere more local next time.
This is a very average property, with a very nice view. The staff isn't very friendly from the minute we walked in the door. None of the amenities were open, or they were all booked. So if you want to eat dinner apparently you need to call weeks ahead. The breakfast is very average. It's like a selection of grocery store bought goods and and a couple of hot things. Also no cups, which apparently was a chore to be asked for one. But then the worst part, is that construction on the property apparently starts at 7:00 a.m. sharp. Nothing like waking up to an angle grinder cutting rebar. Would probably look fo stay somewhere more local next time.
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Laura
4 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The site is amazing, with the hotel's buildings scattered artfully across a number of terraces that traverse the steep hillside. Our room was spacious and comfortable and even had a lovely balcony facing the Douro. The big pool was gorgeous and a delight to swim in. Our only meals on site (two breakfasts and one dinner) were buffet-style--perfectly acceptable but nothing special.
The site is amazing, with the hotel's buildings scattered artfully across a number of terraces that traverse the steep hillside. Our room was spacious and comfortable and even had a lovely balcony facing the Douro. The big pool was gorgeous and a delight to swim in. Our only meals on site (two breakfasts and one dinner) were buffet-style--perfectly acceptable but nothing special.
FAQs about Vila Gale Douro Vineyards
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and check-out is by 12:00 PM.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Armamar, on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Quinta de La Rosa and Quinta de Santa Eufemia. It is 0.9 km from Duoro River and 36 km from Vila Real Airport.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify information about extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to inquire directly for specific needs.
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- 2026-09-19: 269.7947890228271USD
- 2026-09-20: 252.80565533294677USD
- 2026-09-21: 241.5174523712158USD
- 2026-09-22: 260.3350357833862USD
- 2026-09-23: 237.88262253723144USD
- 2026-09-24: 291.68414694976804USD
- 2026-09-25: 235.7395407394409USD
- 2026-09-26: 262.3495358261108USD
- 2026-09-27: 244.23113869628904USD
- 2026-09-28: 255.19162545623777USD
- 2026-09-29: 252.2913107971191USD
- 2026-09-30: 358.92000382995604USD
- 2026-10-01: 258.0847937652588USD
- 2026-10-02: 197.3418513534546USD
- 2026-10-03: 213.9999934310913USD
- 2026-10-04: 212.1925448699951USD
- 2026-10-05: 193.5921719665527USD
- 2026-10-06: 192.06148683166504USD
- 2026-10-07: 194.12793803710937USD
- 2026-10-08: 196.71393590087888USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the farm stay prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Bicycle rental
Garden
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Pool outdoor
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking Onsite
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Services
Bicycle rental
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Internet
Free wi-fi