Quinta de Silvalde

We stayed at Quinta de Silvalde as a couple for six nights and absolutely loved it. The place is just beautiful! The architecture really stands out, it’s modern but still super cosy thanks to the light colors and the use of wood. The mix of modern and traditional touches, like the visible granite walls, makes it feel really special. You can tell that every little detail was carefully thought out. We stayed in one of the suites and it was amazin, loads of space, beautiful natural light, and an incredible view. It’s the kind of room you can happily enjoy even on a rainy day. The food was a real highlight, every meal felt like fine dining, with a new menu every day. We also loved the indoor pool and spa, perfect for relaxing after exploring. A big thank you to the lovely staff for being so friendly and welcoming, especially Ana and Miguel, they really made our stay extra special. The location is great too, only about 30 minutes from Porto by car. The nearby town isn’t great for walking (no sidewalks), so a car is handy, but Bolt and Uber are cheap and easy if you don’t want to drive. Everything was spotless, from the rooms to the rest of the hotel. We honestly had the best time and would 100% come back!

What a sublime place to spend a week. We chose to stay in one of the pool villas and couldn’t have been happier. The mirrored villa, disappears into the beautiful landscaped gardens with palm trees filtering the afternoon sun on our own private deck and pool; it’s peaceful bliss and the perfect place to disconnect from the outside world.||This was our first visit to Portugal and we had various plans to explore the area but actually decided to stay on site and enjoy the facilities. The architecture and decor of the hotel is quite special; an original farmhouse has been adapted to create a modern boutique hotel with polished concrete floors, corten steel and with full height glazing in the foyer, dining room and bar. Set amongst landscaped woodland with a short walking trail and various nooks to sit and take in nature, it’s a lovely way to spend sunny days.||The spa is excellent with steam room, sauna, hot tub, indoor pool, treatment rooms and gym. Most of the time it was very quiet, we were often the only ones using the facilities despite the hotel being nearly fully booked. Massages can be arranged in advanced and we had a 90 min full body massage which was very good.||We ended up eating in the restaurant nearly every evening and tried almost everything on the menu. The quality, variety and presentation was excellent, we enjoyed every meal and the staff are very knowledgeable and willing to recommend wine pairings. Prices are reasonable and if you try not to have a bottle of wine every night (!) two can eat for around £70. The buffet breakfast is also very good with everything one could want including omelettes made on request. Best of all, breakfast is still served until 11!||The staff are very attentive and accommodating - Miguel was very friendly and led a very good wine tasting in the hotel’s wine cellar. Tiago, Ana, Helen, and the rest team were always very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much to ask.||Many people may well drop Quinta de Silvalde down the consideration list because it’s a little out of the way, a 30 min drive from Porto and there’s really nothing to see in the immediate surroundings; it’s effectively set within a residential estate. The nearby town of Santo Tirso is pretty, the Monastery and Sculpture museum are worth a visit but that’s about it. It depends on what experience one is after, but the key takeaway is the overall vibe: unpretentious, relaxed and secluded.

We had an amazing time at Quinta de Silvalde. The place is beautiful, mixing modern style with traditional charm. The setting is calm and relaxing, perfect to disconnect.||Both pools were fantastic: the outdoor one and the indoor with spa, hammam and jacuzzi. We also enjoyed a wonderful couple’s massage, one of the highlights of our stay. ||The hotel is both pet and kid friendly, which makes it very convenient for families. The food and beverage team, led by Miguel, was excellent; very professional but also warm and friendly. We really appreciated the half-board option: delicious Portuguese dishes with a modern twist, and the comfort of just sitting down and being taken care of. Breakfast was also lovely, with Sandra making every morning extra pleasant thanks to her kindness.||Great value for money, honestly, it rivals many 5-star hotels but with a much more personal and genuine service. We would definitely love to come back!

The owner lets his dogs roam in the garden without leashes or supervision. Although small, they can be unpredictable. Unfortunately, bringing back a bite as a souvenir takes away from an otherwise perfect stay

It was an amazing family experience: room is just unique. Hotel staff is just so familiar, kindness and professionalism. If you have a problem they solved it inmediately with a smile. Spa and swimming pool is sooo good, the massage is truly amazing. We had a truly great experience.

Like a second home with the most attentive, caring and friendly service from all the staff on reception, in the restaurant and room cleaning. Highly recommended.

This was my third time staying at this hotel, and once again it exceeded all expectations. My room was fantastic — comfortable, clean, and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay.||During my visit, there was a major power outage across the entire country, but the hotel staff handled it incredibly well. They remained calm, professional, and made sure that all guests were safe and comfortable despite the circumstances. Their efforts truly stood out.||I also had a wonderful day by the pool before my work week began — the perfect way to relax and recharge.||I can wholeheartedly recommend this hotel and will definitely return soon. Hopefully also as a tourist rather than for work!

The entire stay was amazing. The Casa was perfect. The staff couldn't do enough for you. The whole experience was very relaxing even with our 2 children and everyone there made them feel welcome too. Would recommend this hotel highly to couples or families.