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Pestana Douro Riverside

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Restaurant
Double or Twin Room, River View | View from room
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Reception
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Riverside elegance with panoramic views

Housed in a beautifully refurbished soap factory, this serene riverside retreat offers panoramic views of the Douro River. Delight in the stunning infinity pool, exceptional breakfast, and charming outdoor dining area overlooking the water.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida Escritor Costa Barreto 360, Gondomar, Porto, 4300-316
  • Place, beach near Marina do Freixo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gardens of Nova Sintra
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Centro Cultural STOP
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, River View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Junior Suite, River View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Grand Room, River View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table with a lamp, a view of the water, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Grand Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, River View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, River View | View from room

Suite, River View

  • River view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Junior Suite (Extra Bed)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Room (Extra Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Room (Extra Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Gondomar

With a stay at Pestana Douro Riverside in Gondomar (Valbom), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market. .This luxury hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Ribeira Square and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Porto Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • beach near Marina do Freixo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gardens of Nova Sintra - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Centro Cultural STOP - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ribeira Square - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Contumil Station (F) - 4 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 6 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O ASTRO Cervejaria Petisqueira - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tasca Do Carago - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manuel do Abade - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A Viela - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Foguete - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Pestana Douro Riverside

Pestana Douro Riverside offers 165 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 49-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Make yourself at home in one of the 165 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the swim-up bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Pestana Douro Riverside has a restaurant on site.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 10074

Property is also known as

Pestana Douro Riverside Hotel
Pestana Douro Riverside Gondomar
Pestana Douro Riverside Urban Resort
Pestana Douro Riverside Hotel Gondomar

Pestana Douro Riverside Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 323 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Axel, Pleasant Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service Great location Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruy, Los Alamos

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Miami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were the best!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent new facility with fine river view. Great staff, excellent service and delicious morning buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This a classic case of architectural form over function. The hotel is a beautiful restoration of a riverside In
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Inês

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manubhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and great start to the day with beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property was lovely and the room had a great view of the river. However, the hotel was so preoccupied with conserving energy that we were not really in control of the room's temperature. The AC would not go below a certain temp setting (and the weather was warm) and it went off altogether every time we stepped out on the terrace. We will not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel it self was great however the service and meal in the restaurant was excellent the first night, however on the second day breakfast was ok dinner on the other hand was awful between badly behaving chid and poor service ( ordered drinks which we had to flag down the hostess for after waiting patiently for 20 minutes, and then having the meal served after which the drinks finally came. My wife's fish was over cooked as was my pork tenderloin, could not catch anyone's eye so we left. We eat breakfast in the morning and eat elsewhere for our last day. Would not recommend to our friends to eat there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with wonderful water view and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were helpful, welcome gift, clean, answered all our questions; clean, quiet - one of the best places we have been in. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

giovanni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No where to go far from Everything .to noisy in lobby people chat endlessly Hard to get a place to sit in lobby it’s to small If you check k in early you wait hours to get your room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the balcony. Treats in the fridge were a nice surprise. Very friendly and helpful staff. Location is quiet but far from the Porto & Gaia activities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower floor was slippery due to very smooth surface
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Enrico, Düsseldorf

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tegwen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is amazing. Staff very helpful. Pool and all amenities wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

soraia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisabete Fatima

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property it’s beautiful, but needs more attention to the need more attention to the cleaning
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lizbett

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfeita estadia
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025