Pestana Douro Riverside

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Porto Historic Center

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Restaurant
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Sundeck
Reception
Double or Twin Room, River View | View from room

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Escritor Costa Barreto 360, Gondomar, Porto, 4300-316
  • Porto Historic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Porto Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ribeira Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite (Extra Bed)

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Grand Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room (Extra Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, River View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite, River View

  • 560 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gondomar

Valbom stay.Your stay at this Valbom hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Ponte Infante D. Henrique and Porto Coliseum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Bolhao Market - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Porto City Hall - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Contumil Station (F) - 4 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 6 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adega S. Pedro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Orlas Beira Rio - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casa da Culmieira - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bom Pão - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pagaia - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pestana Douro Riverside

5-star luxury hotel near Porto Historic Center
Pestana Douro Riverside offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a swim-up bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business center on site. Spa services, an arcade/game room, and a front-desk safe are also featured at the luxury Pestana Douro Riverside. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Gondomar hotel is smoke free.

  • 165 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2021
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
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.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash.

Property Registration Number 10074

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pestana Douro Riverside to the airport?

Pestana Douro Riverside is 11.7 mi (20-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pestana Douro Riverside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pestana Douro Riverside.

How close is Pestana Douro Riverside to the beach?

This hotel is 11.9 mi (26-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 14.8 mi (28-min drive) from Espinho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pestana Douro Riverside offer free breakfast?

Pestana Douro Riverside does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pestana Douro Riverside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Espinho (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Pestana Douro Riverside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pestana Douro Riverside?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

Does Pestana Douro Riverside have a pool?

Pestana Douro Riverside features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Pestana Douro Riverside have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pestana Douro Riverside have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer spa services.

How close is Pestana Douro Riverside to downtown Gondomar?

Pestana Douro Riverside is 2.1 mi away from São Cosme.

Pestana Douro Riverside Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 254 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautifully location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and great relaxing location on the river. The staff were very nice and very helpful. The room was great and the place was clean and cute. The restaurant was amazing. They have outside seating overlooking the river. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view of the Duoro River from all of the rooms and the lovely outdoor space was outstanding. The walking trail alongside the river was easily accessible. I wished we had a longer stay at this wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful and the views off the balcony were stunning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, facilities and staff. Definitely a revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

Excellent hotel along Douro River.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Cannon Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect and the staff is very friendly, helpful and professional. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xin, audubon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is right by the river and our room has beautiful view. it's in a very quiet area but we didn't have much time to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! The hotel itself is gorgeous and just outside the city so it is quiet and less busy than downtown. The restaurants were fantastic too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice rooms that have everything you need. The property is beautiful but it’s a little difficult to get around to the different areas. Outside areas are very nice with great views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Away from main Porto city but close enough. Easy to park in the area. Enjoy the buffet breakfast. Rooms are spacious, clean, modern and great views of the city. Staff friendly and helpful. I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ishay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nadene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfasts were delicious and personnel was helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nonfunctioning air conditioning, Noisy from people walking along the river, concert was being held at 1130pm in the conference room and could be heard from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navid

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Overall Experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

BRIAN, Anglemont

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice building with great views and faculties. Staff was very helpfull
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Liam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a renovated perfume factory, very cute with good access by car to main attractions Porto (or a 55 minute stroll).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024