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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

Property class: 4
Mountain pousada in Alijó with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Alijó. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at O Barão, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace are other highlights.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker
The current price is CNY875
CNY927 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, a door, and a small table with a lamp.

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A large bed with white linens, a headboard with a textured pattern, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium Double or Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Junior Studio Suite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Classic Room

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Charming Terrace Room

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Charming Terrace Room

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijó, Vila Real, 5070-031

What's nearby

  • Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Igreja Matriz de Alijo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Duoro River - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 27 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real (VRL) - 30 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 95 min drive
  • Tua Station - 25 min drive
  • Pinhão Train Station - 28 min drive
  • Regua Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cêpa Torta - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vista D'Ouro - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Calça Curta - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪cleto - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪VALLEGRE - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

  • Forrester Essence Douro Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Alijó. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at O Barão, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Tennis

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Uses some LED lighting

Special features

Dining

O Barão - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - This bar serves light fare only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.5 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to October 31

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number 1515

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the pousada's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Yes, O Barão offers Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Forrester Essence Douro Hotel like?

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel is in the heart of Alijó, a short 2-minute walk from Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro and 3 minutes' walk from Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro.

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