Description of hotel: Forrester Essence Douro Hotel in Porto

A stay at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel places you in the heart of Alijó, steps from Igreja Matriz de Alijo and Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro. This pousada is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Bread and Wine Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and bidets. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Igreja Matriz de Alijo - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bread and Wine Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Adega de Favaios - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mercy - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Ujo Viewpoint - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Duoro River - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Casal de Loivos Viewpoint - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Vale do Tua Interpretive Center - 14.1 km / 8.7 mi
Church of Sabrosa - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
House of Ferdinand Magellan - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Quinta do Crasto - 16.1 km / 10 mi
Epordouro - Vinhos e Azeites do Douro - 16.5 km / 10.2 mi
Quinta do Bomfim - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Vila Real (VRL) - 39.6 km / 24.6 mi
Porto Airport (OPO) - 134.4 km / 83.5 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this pousada include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance. For lunch or dinner, stop by O Barão, a restaurant that specializes in Regional cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

• Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
• Service animals are exempt from fees
• Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

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

• The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 31.