Hotel Preview: Six Senses Douro Valley
Six Senses Douro Valley is one of the newest luxury resorts in Europe and offers a retreat for everyone who seeks some calm time after long working hours. Set in the idyllic Douro Valley not far away from Porto, guests can enjoy a luxury experience without any flaws and at the same time explore the beautiful nature of the beautiful valley.
Six Senses Douro Valley is set in a renovated 19th century manor house which makes the luxury hotel an even more amazing retreat which combines modern luxury touches with historic elements at its best.
Reception (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Guests may not only enjoy beautiful views from up on the highest on the hill, but also a full-service spa, two pools, several different rooms, suites and villas as well as high-quality restaurants. Surely, there’s even more to enjoy like a wine library or an extensive garden with beautiful flowers.
Rooms at Six Senses Douro Valley
There’s a large number of different room categories at Six Senses Douro Valley.
Quinta Superior Room (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Even the lowest room category called Quinta Superior Room offers 430 to 495 square feet (40 to 46 square meters) to stretch out.
Quinta River Room (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Guests may also enjoy views of the courtyard or the woods from a private terrace or balcony. A fully stocked minibar, a large flat-screen television and a large and modern bathroom are just some more features of the Quinta Superior Room.
Quinta Panorama Suite (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Starting from the Quinta River Room, guests can also enjoy beautiful views of the valley and the Douro. These rooms are also a little more spacious.
Quinta Douro Master Suite (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
If that’s still not enough, Six Senses Douro Valley comes with several large suites and villas which even have several bedrooms!
Dining at Six Senses Douro Valley
The large, modern and comfortable rooms may be a good reason to book Six Senses Douro Valley, but dining may be an even better one.
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The key feature of the two dining outlets “The Restaurant” and “The Dining Room” is the comfortable and casual atmosphere. In real holiday mode, guests can enjoy either freshly prepared on live cooking stations or special menus created by the chef.
Open Kitchen (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Most dishes have regional influences and come with fresh ingredients from Portugal. For a relaxed aperitif or a drink after dinner, guests of Six Senses Douro Valley can stretch out and relax either at “Wine Library & Terrace” or at the “Quinta Bar & Lounge”.
Wine Library (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
You’ll surely get every drink of your liking at the stunning luxury property near Porto.
Relaxation at Six Senses Douro Valley
Six Senses Douro Valley is all about relaxation and a way to forget about the stress of work.
Indoor Pool (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Therefore, guests can enjoy two pools, one large indoor pool and also an outdoor pool with stunning views of the valley. Swimming in a pool like the one at Six Senses Douro Valley will definitely make you forget about any kind of stress.
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There’s also much room for relaxation on one of the several loungers around the pools. If you are looking for even more relaxation, Six Senses Douro Valley offers a full service Spa with all kinds of treatments available.
Outdoor Pool (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
Another way to relax yourself is hiking in the beautiful Douro Valley or just spend some time in the hotel’s very own garden.
Prices of Six Senses Douro Valley
Room rates at Six Senses Douro Valley are quite steep considering that the property is located in Portugal which is a rather cheap destination when it comes to luxury hotels.
Terrace (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
At Six Senses Douro Valley, guests need to pay at least 240 Euro (~ 275 US-Dollar) a night to enjoy the luxury of the new property. This rate is inclusive of taxes and breakfast, making it quite a good deal for such a hotel. Quinta River Rooms are available starting at 410 Euro (~ 470 US-Dollar) a night on the same rate basis. These rates are for low season.
Quinta Deluxe Room (Image Source: Six Senses Douro Valley / sixsenses.com)
If you want to enjoy Six Senses Douro Valley in summer, you need to plan with the double budget at least as rates, for example in August, are starting at 500 Euro (~ 570 US-Dollar) per night for the lowest room category.
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