Douro Valley Hotels|Samodães, Portugal

Six Senses Douro Valley

Name: Six Senses Douro Valley
Telephone: 351-254-660-600

A riverside retreat in Portugal’s wine country

VERIFIED LUXURY

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Tucked into the terraced hills of Portugal’s wine country, Six Senses Douro Valley is a living postcard. As you wind along the vine-clad roads, the 19th-century manor house reveals itself, its honey-hued stone glowing in the afternoon light. Inside, contemporary décor honors the building’s heritage with exposed beams, oak floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the meandering Douro River.

The rooms are sanctuaries of calm, blending organic textures with soft, earthy tones. Private balconies overlook the rolling vineyards, while suites offer inviting deep-soaking tubs. Public spaces exude a sense of relaxed sophistication, from the library with its vintage maps to the wine library, where you can sample the region’s finest ports. And a vast pool puts you in the middle of the property’s gardens.

Dining at Vale de Abraão is a highlight, where fresh, seasonal menus celebrate local ingredients (some plucked from the aforementioned gardens). Afterward, a holistic treatment at the standout spa is just the ticket to ending your day on a relaxing note.

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Many of Six Senses Douro Valley’s 71 contemporary accommodations feature terraces with sweeping views of the Douro River, where you can sip morning coffee while overlooking the water. For the ultimate retreat, check into a villa to enjoy your own swimming pool and a secluded address in the resort’s gardens.
The spectacular Six Senses Douro Valley spa blends technology with tradition for a holistic healing experience. Enjoy underwater sound therapy in the garden-view indoor pool, try color therapy and cryotherapy services in one of the 10 treatment rooms or explore the outdoors with back-to-basics forest bathing.
Vale de Abraão’s open kitchen brings a sense of theater to every meal, with wood-fired bread ovens and a farm-to-table ethos. Don’t miss the chef’s table experience, where you can savor a bespoke tasting menu crafted from the day’s freshest ingredients.
Beyond a simple tasting room, the wine library offers curated vintages paired with classic Portuguese small plates for an intimate wine-pairing. Knowledgeable sommeliers are eager to share the stories behind the bottles, adding a personal touch to every sip.
From aerial yoga in the tree-lined pavilion to sunrise meditation sessions, the luxury hotel’s wellness offerings go far beyond the spa. The onsite alchemist’s studio even allows you to create your own personalized essential oil blends using regional botanicals for a unique and memorable souvenir.

Nearby Attractions

Board a traditional rabelo boat for a leisurely cruise along the winding Douro River, taking in views of terraced vineyards and charming villages. Six Senses offers its own vintage boat tour that leaves from the property’s dock.
Just a 12-minute drive from the luxury hotel, Quinta do Vallado is one of the region’s oldest wineries. Enjoy a guided tour and tasting of its acclaimed red, white and Port wines, and don’t leave without taking a peek at its sleek, modern cellar that contrasts beautifully with the centuries-old stone architecture.
Lamego is a picturesque nearby village home to the iconic Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. Climb the grand baroque staircase for panoramic views and explore the town’s bustling markets and local cuisine.
Known as the heart of the Douro Valley, the riverside town of Peso da Régua is a hub for wine tourism just 10 minutes from Six Senses. Visit the Douro Museum to learn about the valley’s viticulture heritage and enjoy riverside cafés with vistas of passing boats.
Step into history at the 18th-century Mateus Palace, famously depicted on bottles of Mateus Rosé wine. Wander through the manicured gardens and admire the palace’s opulent baroque architecture — all less than half an hour from your front door.

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