This Minimalist Hotel in Porto Offers Breathtaking Views of The Douro River - Hotels Above Par - Boutique Hotels & Travel

"Set on the banks of the Douro River about an hour from Porto, this 61-room five-star riverside retreat feels like another world and was selected for a boutique travel portfolio. The tiered, modern property emphasizes panoramic river and Ilha dos Amores views with floor-to-ceiling windows, glass walkways, wide terraces and marble-accented, neutral-toned interiors. Dining highlights local Douro Valley produce: a Michelin-recognized restaurant serves Portuguese-inspired dishes (including freshwater fish) and an expansive breakfast with local jams, fresh-baked breads and honey from on-site bees, while a casual wine bar offers Portuguese wines, cocktails and fire-cooked small plates. Wellness is a focus, with a spa featuring five treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy circuit, sauna and Turkish bath and rotating monthly practitioners offering services from meditation to acupuncture; there are three pools (indoor with a fireplace, rooftop and central outdoor). On-site activities include private boat rides with picnic options and visits to the private Lovers’ Island, plus in-house sommelier wine tastings. Typical amenities and perks include a fitness center, room service, complimentary Wi‑Fi, possible arrival upgrades, daily buffet breakfast for two, a complimentary 50-minute massage per guest once per stay (for up to two guests), and early check-in/late check-out subject to availability; rooms start at about $200/night."