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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

4.0 star property
Mountain pousada in Alijó with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lounge
Front of property – evening/night
Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Escape to the mountains and unwind at Palacete Barão de Forrester, where a delicious breakfast awaits. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail by the poolside bar or indulge in Regional cuisine for lunch and dinner at O Barão restaurant. With an outdoor tennis court, coffee shop/cafe, and free WiFi, this upscale pousada is perfect for relaxation.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift

Room options

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Adega de Favaios - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ujo Viewpoint - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 20 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real (VRL) - 30 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 95 min drive
  • Tua Station - 25 min drive
  • Pinhão Train Station - 28 min drive
  • Regua Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cepa Torta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café Teixeira - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vinha D'Oiro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O Pipas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mercado Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

When visiting Alijó, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel is a great choice to consider. 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.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours

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

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Tennis

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

O Barão – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Bar – This bar only serves light fare.
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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 that you 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?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

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

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the pousada's other amenities, which include 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 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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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel
Eugene, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, beautiful hotel with stunning views and excellent restaurant.
Julia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Host David was so Kind and ready to solve all problems and request. The Restaurant a plus.
Vittorio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

David at checking was very helpful & spoke good English. Explained a bit of the history of the area from Roman times. Great bar / restaurant in the hotel.
donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful estate home converted into a hotel. Had a lovely overnight stay. Their restaurant is fabulous. Room was very comfortable. Since we were here in the Fall, the hotel was very quiet. Only a few guests. Service was excellent.
Andrea, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Too cold to use pool but wonderful to walk the grounds and around town. Staff are so helpful and kind. Especially a shout out to David who treated us very well.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Franky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very personal, friendly and helpful staff! The room was even larger than anticipated and very lovely views//////11
Marcia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Selwyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tres belle expérience. Merci.
2 nuits dans cet hôtel élégant et calme. Grande chambre avec vue sur la piscine. Literie un peu ferme. Salle de bains grande et fonctionnelle mais meritetait d'être rénovée. Restaurant très bien lors des 2 diners à la carte : mets savoureux, bien présentés, service impeccable.
Isabelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Emilio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Maria Isabel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere right in the heart of this small town. Attentive service, very good restaurant
SUSAN, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Armaturen in der Dusche – Badewanne müssten erneuert werden. Sehr schöne Lage und gutes Restaurant
Rainer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A repetir.
Excelente. Serviço profissional, simpático e disponivel. Boas condições de higiene, quer no quarto, quer nas zonas comuns.
HUMBERTO, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Magnifique endroit calme, personnel très à l’écoute et très agréable, cuisine raffinée d’excellente qualité: bravo à la cheffe et à son équipe.
La terrasse qui donne sur la piscine
Sophie, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

No heat in our room. Got moved to a new room, but not very good there, either. Manager was very helpful with tourism info. Breakfast okay, not great.
Sue, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely Historic Hotel
Large rooms with comfortable beds. Lovely grounds and gathering spaces. Our one dinner there was excellent. Complimentary breakfast very good. Beautiful drive to hotel with amazing views.
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close by Centro walked to a very nice local restaurant. Staff were very friendly.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Soirée très agréable aussi bien le logis que la table !
Claude, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rural setting was relaxing and refreshing. The staff went above and beyond to provide quality service. The restaurant was excellent
1-night trip