The hotel occupies Quinta de Vale Abraão, a 19th-century manor with contemporary interiors, on an 8-hectare property of kitchen gardens and terraced vineyards. It has about 60 rooms, suites and villas, many with views over the vines and the river. The large spa has an indoor heated pool, and the Wine Library holds tastings of Douro wines.
The Douro is a UNESCO-listed wine region of steep terraced slopes, and the quintas nearby are open for tastings and lunches. River cruises and the scenic train along the valley are easy to arrange. Porto is about 90 minutes by car, so the hotel pairs well with a few nights in Porto or Lisbon.
It suits couples, wine lovers and families, and anyone who wants a wellness focus. The September harvest is the most popular time and books early. Winter is cooler and wetter, with lower rates. You will need a driver or car to visit the quintas, and the setting is rural.
Six Senses Douro Valley is a restored 19th-century manor house set in vineyards above the Douro River. It is the best base for exploring Portugal's port and wine country, and it is a genuinely restful place to stay.
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