Autumn is an ideal time to admire nature and, more specifically, the forests and vineyards, which are dyed in beautiful colors. In reality, it is a magnificent time to do entourism , and not only for Spain, but also for Portugal, a country with a great wine tradition, which offers excellent quality wines that have been recognized throughout the world, winning numerous awards and accolades. .
Wine is a great excuse to discover the landscapes, heritage, culture and people of the neighboring country. Although in Portugal the largest number of spaces dedicated to wine tourism is concentrated in the Douro and Alentejo regions, there are wine production establishments throughout the country. Today at Vuela Viajes we will tell you about five of its best hotels for wine tourism. These are places that have been selected by trivago. Would you like to join us?
Six Senses Douro Valley
First of all, we are going to talk about Six Senses Douro Valley, the first hotel of the prestigious Six Senses chain in Europe. It is located in Lamego , in the heart of the Duero Valley, a place surrounded by absolute silence.
The hotel occupies the premises of a renovated historic mansion from the 19th century and has rooms, suites, apartments and villas. It offers a huge spa and numerous activities related to the world of wine: cruises, visits to historic wineries, helicopter flights, picnics … In addition, it is important to bear in mind that its restaurant options are nourished by products from the hotel’s garden and the local production.
Quinta da Pacheca
In Lamego we also find Quina da Pacheca, a winery dating from the seventeenth century, which is why it is considered one of the oldest in the Douro Valley. We are talking about a restored house respecting the traditional architecture, which offers sober and elegant rooms with views of the vineyards and gardens that surround the estate.
We must highlight the restaurant, which offers Portuguese and Valley cuisine, and panoramic views of the landscape. Of course, here you can carry out different activities: wine tastings and courses, cooking workshops, walking tours, boat or helicopter excursions, grape harvesting and treading tasks …
Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Country House & Spa
In the Alentejo region we find Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Country House & Spa, which combines design, nature , comfort and relaxation. This establishment is located on the outskirts of a small village where vineyards and olive groves stretch to the horizon.
It is a rural house that offers spacious and elegant rooms and suites, as well as a complete spa. Its restaurant , located in the winery building, deserves a separate mention. Of course, oenological experiences are also offered, such as barrel tastings and tasting sessions.
To Serenada
About 10 kilometers from the Alentejo coast we find A Serenada, a quiet hotel located in the heart of the Sierra de Grândola. The establishment only offers six rooms, all of them decorated in a vintage style. As for the building, which is more than three centuries old , it offers a cozy library and a cellar where visits and wine tastings are organized.
This wonderful hotel has an infinity pool that blends into the landscape, as well as spacious terraces.
Quinta Nova Luxury Winery House
Finally, we must talk about Quinta Nova Luxury Winery House, a 19th century manor house that offers rooms with views of the vineyards and the Douro River. It is located in Sabrosa, a village in the Vila Real District.
Among the hotel gardens and terraces we find a beautiful swimming pool among vineyards, as well as a chapel, a winter garden and fruit orchards . Of course, they propose different activities: walking routes, visits to other wineries, helicopter, boat, jeep or train tours …