Description
Vila Gale Douro Vineyards Hotel is located in Armamar in the heart of the magnificent wine-growing region that has transformed the Douro Valley into a unique and unmissable destination.
The hotel enjoys breathtaking views over the Douro River and Tedo River. The hotel is set within the landscape of the centuries-old Quinta do Val Moreira, which appeared on maps drawn up by Baron de Forrester in the 19th century.
This Douro Valley hotel is renowned for its great location allowing guests to enjoy the tranquility and magnificent scenery as well as the outdoor pools in the garden. Local cuisine, served with a contemporary touch, can be enjoyed in the Inevitavel Restaurant which features a terrace benefitting from views of the surrounding landscape. The Vila Gale Douro Vineyards also offers wine tasting sampling produce of the estate including the famous Port Wine.
Bedrooms are decorated with reference to local wine production throughout history. They are en-suite and have air conditioning, telephone, Cable TV, mini-bar and safe. Some rooms have balconies and river views.
Guests may also enjoy strolling through the vineyards, olive groves or almond groves which are particularly beautiful during the almond blossom season.
Activities in the region include river cruises, visits to wineries, train journeys or taking part in the grape harvest.
Vila Gale Douro Vineyards offers massage and spa treatments at the Satsanga Wellness, renowned for its connection with nature, it offers a well-being, calm and anti-stress experience.
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant and Bar
- Val Moreira wine cellar
- Vineyards tour
- Wine tasting
- Terrace
- Two outdoor pools
- Children’s pool
- Playground
- Massages room
- Library
- Laundry service
- Shop
- Parking
- Electric car charging point
- 24 hour reception
- Free internet access
- Animation and entertainment
Activities Nearby
- Visits to Port Wine Lodges
- Wine tasting
- Wine tours
- River cruises
- Birdwatching
- Water sports
- Bike rides
- Walks
- Fishing
Other Information
- Porto airport is 133 kms
- Rooms for disabled persons available
- Excellent conference/meeting facilities
- Pinhao Railway Station 13 kms
- RNET 8773
Nearest Pousada Hotel
- Palacete Barao de Forrester: 35kms
- Pousada Braganca: 135kms
- Pousada Guimaraes: 121kms
- Palacio do Freixo – Porto: 131kms
- Pousada Porto – Rua das Flores: 135kms
Car Rental
For very competitive rates please click here
- Restaurant and Bar
- Val Moreira wine cellar
- Vineyards tour
- Wine tasting
- Terrace
- Two outdoor pools
- Children’s pool
- Playground
- Massages room
- Library
- Laundry service
- Shop
- Parking
- Electric car charging point
- 24 hour reception
- Free internet access
- Animation and entertainment
- Visits to Port Wine Lodges
- Wine tasting
- Wine tours
- River cruises
- Birdwatching
- Water sports
- Bike rides
- Walks
- Fishing
Gallery
-
Aerial view
-
Aerial view
-
Bar
-
Bar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Cellar
-
Deluxe Suite
-
Deluxe Suite
-
Deluxe Suite
-
Deluxe Suite
-
Duplex Suite
-
Duplex Suite
-
Duplex Suite
-
Duplex Suite
-
Terrace
-
Terrace
-
View
-
view
-
Family room
-
Family room
-
Family room
-
Family room
-
Family room
-
View
-
Lobby
-
Outdoor pool
-
Outdoor pool
-
Outdoor pool
-
Games room
-
Playground
-
Playground
-
Outdoor pool
-
Outdoor pool
-
Outdoor pool
-
Outdoor pool
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Restaurant
-
Restaurant
-
Restaurant
-
Restaurant
-
Restaurant
-
River view
-
Spa
-
Spa
-
Lobby
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Standard room
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite
-
Suite Deluxe
-
Duplex Suite
-
Terrace
-
Terrace
-
Terrace
-
Vineyards view
-
Vineyards view
-
Exterior
-
View
-
View
-
View
-
View
-
Vineyards
-
Vineyards
Testimonials
Special Offers
Rates
Location/Directions
Address:
Quinta do Val Moreira – Marmelal – Sto Adrião
5110-672 Armamar
Surrounding area:
- Murganheira wine cellars (26 kms): Visitors will be able to discover a fresh and aromatic, Portuguese sparkling wine, inspired by the French method and produced with high quality grapes.
- Casa de Mateus (35 kms): A 18th century palace set in beautifulo gardens on a vast farm being one if the best examples of baroque civil architecture in Portugal. The interior features carved wood ceilings, furniture and paitings of different periods, ceramics and a library.
- Vila Real (38 kms): A major Portuguese town famous for the Baroque Mateus Palace, described as ‘the most fantastic country house in Portugal’ and most famous for being featured on the label of Mateus Rose wine.
- Alvao Natural Park (55 kms): Portugal’s smallest natural park with a handful of settlements nestled into the rough land. The Fisgas de Ermelo waterfall is worth a visit.
- Amarante (76 kms): A beautiful town on the banks of the Tamega River.
- International Douro Natural Park (115 kms): one of Portugal’s 13 natural parks created to protect the unique landscape.
- Prehistoric Rock-Art Sites – Côa Valley (72 kms): open-air Paleolithic archaeological sites where engraved drawings dating to 22,000 to 10,000 years BC can be seen
- Braganca (135 kms): A medieval walled town, which surrounds a 12th century keep and a 13th century council chamber.
- Guimaraes (124 kms): One of the most historic towns in Portugal, its centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Porto (133 kms): Located on the Douro River estuary, Portugal’s second city is steeped in history and is most famous for its renowned port wine.
- Braga: (141 kms): The religious capital of Portugal – sights include a 900 year old cathedral in the town centre and Bom Jesus do Monte.