Our top pick of the best small boutique hotels in Douro & North, luxury hotels, holiday homes and villas in Douro & North
The Douro Valley could as easily be called the enchanted valley; such is the beauty and magic that its landscapes offer. Explore this dreamy area of northern Portugal and choose from our unique selection of romantic Braga hotels, small hotels by the Douro River and Guimarães hotels amongst others. Whatever your taste, we’ll help you find that perfect getaway by the Douro River.
Our most recent list of charming small hotels, romantic bed & breakfasts and beautiful holiday homes in Douro & North:
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Active Atlantic Lodge
Holiday home villa- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Afife
Portugal Active Atlantic Lodge is super well equipped with everything you might need to spend your perfect vacation.It's located in Afife, a small area 10 minutes away from the city center, known for its micro-climate and the perfect beach locatio...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 12 people
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- from 280 EUR
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Active Hábito's Lodge
Holiday home villa- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Neiva
This beautiful House in Viana do Castelo is near Amorosa Beach and Rodanjo Beach, 2.4 km away. It is therefore ideal for nature and beach lovers. It offers a balcony overlooking the pool, an outdoor pool, a garden and free parking. The apartment h...- Countryside
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- 6 people
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- from 380 EUR
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Armada's Lodge
Holiday home villa- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Caminha
Armada’s Lodge is an oasis of calm and peace located in beautiful Caminha, a northern city of Portugal. Surrounded by a big garden with a natural swimming pool, patio and barbeque area this private place lets you calm down and relax yourself. E...- Village
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- 8 people
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- from 400 EUR
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Casa Agricola da Levada Eco Village
Bed and Breakfast or self-catering- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Vila Real
The beautiful estate of Casa Agrícola da Levada is located directly on the banks of the River Corgo, in the quiet village of Vila Real in the north of Portugal. Surrounded by forests, terraced gardens, vineyards and orchards, this charming bed...- Village
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- 9 rooms
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- from 85 EUR
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Casa de Casal de Loivos
Bed and Breakfast- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Pinhão
The BBC gave the countryside hotel Casa de Casal de Loivos the accolade of having one of the 6 best views in the world. This praise is merited for the panoramic view over the Douro valley from the hilltop where the house stands is simply stunning...- Village
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- 6 rooms
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- from 120 EUR
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Casa de Juste
Hotel & Self-Catering- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Lousada
The name of this house has an interesting origin. Allegedly, “Justice” was handed out around the 15th century fortified tower, which is now, in fact, the kitchen. Hence the title “Juste”. The kitchen cum court has recently been restored much to it...- Countryside
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- 8 rooms
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- from 125 EUR
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Casa de Santo António de Britiande
Bed and Breakfast- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Lamego
Those looking to come face to face with rural customs will find the region of Lamego and the Casa de Santo Antonio de Britiande an excellent choice. It is an unhurried sort of place where tradition still plays an important role in local life. The...- Countryside
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- 2 rooms
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- from 200 EUR
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Casa de Vilarinho de S. Romão
Manor HouseThe 17th century farmhouse Casa de Vilarinho de Sao Romao is located in the peaceful village of the same name and had been in a state of disrepair for some time until the present owners, the Van Zellers, bought it a few years ago.With the help of...- Village
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- 6 rooms
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- from 115 EUR
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Casas de Pousadouro
Holiday homes villas- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Baião
It’s all about equilibrium with the Casas de Pousadouro – modern decor goes hand in hand with architectural tradition, warm welcome with cool design, the mountains and the sea - balance of mind and body. Given its fantastic location it could hardl...- Wine Country
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- 4 properties
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- from 170 EUR
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Casas do Côro
Hotel & Self-Catering- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Mêda
It is always uplifting when once derelict group of traditional houses have been lovingly renovated to become appealing little lodgings. The Casas do Côro is just one such place and those wanting to get away from the big city and stress will enjoy...- Countryside
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- 20 rooms
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- from 268 EUR
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Dona Emília - Casa de Hóspedes | Guest House
Bed and BreakfastThe Dona Emília Guesthouse is located in the centre of Viana do Castelo, in Praça da República in the principal square. The century-old building has three storeys and three fronts, giving on to Praça da República, the Costume Museum and Santa...- City
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- 6 rooms
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- from 68 EUR
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Hotel da Oliveira
Boutique Hotel- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Guimarães
The Hotel da Oliveira is within the historical Guimarães city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Guimarães Castle, the city’s most iconic landmark is 150 metres away. The air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel da Oliveira all feature a private...- Historic Quarters
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- 20 rooms
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- from 130 EUR
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Hotel FeelViana
Hotel & Self-CateringWith a privileged location situated in Cabedelo Beach, in Viana do Castelo, the FeelViana Hotel is a four-star-superior development that provides a sophisticated concept of leisure and comfort, in a perfect fusion of relaxation and sports’ practic...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 55 rooms
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- from 165 EUR
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Morgadio da Calçada
Bed and Breakfast- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Provesende
Morgadio da Calçada is a is a hotel that tells the story of major port wine producers of Provesende, in the Douro region. With its 8 rooms, it is kept small and the guests can immerse into a journey back to the 17th century, whilst providing 21...- Wine Country
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- 8 rooms
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- from 150 EUR
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Morphosis Boutique Home
Holiday ApartmentsLocated in the village of Celeirós do Douro, Morphosis Boutique Home offers a unique and comfortable stay, with its rustic character subtly enhanced with noble and typical materials, such as wood, iron and schist. The authentic, informal and welco...- Wine Country
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- 3 properties
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- from 140 EUR
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Original Douro Hotel
Boutique HotelThe charming Original Douro Hotel is set in a loving preserved and restored 19th century house on the banks of the river Douro beside a picturesque railway station (but don't worry - the rooms are so well soundproofed that you can enjoy watching t...- City
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- 18 rooms
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- from 85 EUR
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Paço de Calheiros
Hotel & Self-CateringThis wonderfully situated 17th century manor house is owned by a real Count, no less, and has been in his family’s hands since its inception. Indeed, the feeling of tradition and heritage here is palpable, yet the atmosphere is by no means stuffy...- Wine Country
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- 15 rooms
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- from 145 EUR
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Paço de Lanheses
Holiday Apartment- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Lanheses
Twenty minutes from Viana do Castelo, in the small parish Lanheses, you will come across this impressive 16th century manor house with a lot of history. It has been refurbished in the 18th century and includes its own chapel.The building is ne...- Countryside
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- 12 people
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- from 450 EUR
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Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes
Pousada- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Minho
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- Guimarães
The Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães is rightly considered to be one of, if not the finest Pousadas in the whole of Portugal and it is easy to see why. Having won the National Architectural prize in 1985 for the renovation work carried out it is, simply...- Countryside
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- 51 rooms
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- from 105 EUR
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Quinta da Boa Viagem
CottagesThis historic manor house dates back all the way to the 12th century, when its tower was built to protect the Santiago do Compostela pilgrimage route. Later on, in the 16th century, the Portuguese discoverer Gonçalo Ferreira de Villas Boas built a...- Countryside
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- 6 properties
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- from 110 EUR
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Quinta da Bouça d'Arques
Hotel & Self-CateringThink of utter peace, simplicity and verdant beauty and you have an idea of what the 17th century house of Quinta da Bouça has to offer. This is a totally charming hotel encompassed within lush gardens, an abundance of flora and great views of the...- Countryside
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- 8 properties
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- from 140 EUR
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Quinta da Corte
Bed and BreakfastThe Quinta da Corte invites its guests to a stay at home, combining the Portuguese tradition with modern luxury. The historic Quinta from the 19th century, is settled within the authentic wine yards in North Portugal. The infinity pool and panoram...- Countryside
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- 7 rooms
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- from 170 EUR
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Quinta de Merouço - Casa do Rio
Holiday home villa- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Vila Real
Even the journey to this beautiful holiday villa directly on the Douro, whether by land or by boat, leaves an unforgettable impression. The first option leads down an 800-metre-high hill that stretches from the Alijó plateau down to the banks o...- Wine Country
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- 16 people
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- from 1890 EUR
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Quinta do Vallado
Luxury HotelQuinta do Vallado is an outstanding hotel situated in a traditional charming Portuguese house. This accommodation was able to mix the new and the classical. And the end result is unbeatable. The stone façades of the different modules make up the p...- Countryside
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- 13 rooms
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- from 180 EUR
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Quinta dos Murças, Esporão
Holiday home villa- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Covelinhas
Quinta dos Murças is located on the right bank of the Douro River, between Régua and Pinhão, Portugal and is characterized by the diversity of its eight terroirs. It is a historic farm, where the first vertical vineyard in the Douro was planted, 1...- Wine Country
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- 10 people
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- from 200 EUR
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Six Senses Douro Valley
Luxury Hotel- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Lamego
The hotel’s brochure starts off with an apt quote from Einstein: “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as if nothing is a miracle. The other is as if everything is a miracle”. Well, in a certain way the Six Sense Hotel is a miracle. B...- Wine Country
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- 57 rooms
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- from 850 EUR
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Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences
Holiday home villaThe very name of the place advances what you are going to find if you stay here: both a charming house and a true local experience.The Solar Egas Moniz is situated in a beautiful, fully refurbished 19th century building. The interiors are cozy and...- Countryside
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- 20 people
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- from 400 EUR
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Sunset Beach Lodge
Holiday home villaWelcome to our exclusive villa in Viana do Castelo, where luxury intertwines with breathtaking ocean views. With 4 bedrooms accommodating up to 11 guests, this exceptional property offers the perfect sanctuary for your vacation. Unwind in the spac...- Village
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- 11 people
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- from 400 EUR
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Tapada de São Domingos
Holiday homes villasThe Tapada de Sao Domingos is a new venture for Rural Tourism in Foz de Sousa, about 12 km from Porto, on the north bank of the river Douro. It is ideal for those who want to hide away from the daily stress of the city. Each has its own private po...- Wine Country
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- 9 properties
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- from 180 EUR
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Terra Rosa Country House & Vineyards
Design HotelTerra Rosa Country House & Vineyards, in the countryside near the town of Ponte de Lima, welcomes those looking for tradition, modernity and well-being in the heart of Minho. Francisco Rosa and his daughter Eliana Rosa wanted to share the beaut...- Countryside
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- 7 rooms
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- from 180 EUR
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Tower House
Holiday home villaThe Tower House is a traditional Portuguese house remaining in the same family for several generations. Its origins date back to the medieval age but later got rebuilt in the 18th century. It has undergone many renovation interventions over the ye...- Countryside
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- 8 people
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- from 190 EUR
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Villa Idalina
Manor HouseThis villa in the style of a Brazilian mansion is situated just 5 minutes' walk from the river beach and around various hiking trails. The former owner migrated to Brazil and when coming back, he designed this beautiful villa with all the...- Seaside (ocean front)
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- 6 rooms
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- from 135 EUR
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Vintage House Hotel
Boutique Hotel- Portugal
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- Douro & North
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- Douro
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- Pinhão
Sophisticated Manor house – excellent for foodies and Port Wine lovers.The extremely well located Vintage House - set as it is in the heart of the Douro Valley overlooking the symbolic river - is somewhat different to the usual accommodation found...- Wine Country
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- 50 rooms
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- from 207 EUR