Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle

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Restaurant
Double or Twin Room, River View | View from room
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Reception
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida Escritor Costa Barreto 360, Gondomar, Porto, 4300-316
  • Place, beach near Marina do Freixo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gardens of Nova Sintra
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Centro Cultural STOP
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪17 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe Room, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, River View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Grand Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, River View

  • River view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite (Extra Bed)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Superior Room (Extra Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room (Extra Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a swim-up bar are onsite.
Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle offers 165 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 49-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle. During your stay, you'll be close to Porto Historic Center. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a swim-up bar, and a bar/lounge
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a business center, and an elevator
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Porto Historic Center and a few minutes from Bolhao Market
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a swim-up bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business center on site. Spa services, an arcade/game room, and a front-desk safe are also featured at the luxury Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Gondomar hotel is smoke free.

Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle has a restaurant on site.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 10074
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Pestana Douro Riverside Hotel
Pestana Douro Riverside Gondomar
Pestana Douro Riverside Urban Resort
Pestana Douro Riverside Hotel Gondomar

Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 334 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, safe and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel excelente,
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service Great location Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adefolahan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything is superb 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent new facility with fine river view. Great staff, excellent service and delicious morning buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with wonderful water view and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were the best!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopoher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful place and and staff.. very happy with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with free parking only a few minutes from the bustle of Porto.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ramon V

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful views on the river with great food and outstanding breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautifully location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tegwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is amazing. Staff very helpful. Pool and all amenities wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this stylish hotel!! Pool was fabulous and breakfast was wonderful. We had a fantastic few days there and would definitely come back and will recommend it to anyone coming to Porto.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

Excellent hotel along Douro River.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manubhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and great start to the day with beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Clean and comfortable rooms with great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how easily we could access the beach and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Salima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful and the views off the balcony were stunning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This a classic case of architectural form over function. The hotel is a beautiful restoration of a riverside In
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Potent air conditioning, clean tidy elegant and well put together, the bar and restaurant staff were superb
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023