Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle - Valbom (Gondomar)
Overview
5-star riverfront hotel in Valbom, converted from a historic soap and candle factory, with an infinity rooftop pool
Property & Design
Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle Valbom occupies a historic soap and candle factory, with interiors designed around floral themes inspired by the original soap aromas. The hotel has an infinity pool integrated into the rooftop that provides panoramic views of the Douro River. Guests also have access to an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and sun terrace.
Accommodations
The 5-star property offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies that overlook the Douro River, private bathrooms, bathrobes, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Each room has a floral-themed headboard that references the hotel's factory heritage. Room types include superior and deluxe categories, all with complimentary soft drinks and welcome cakes.
Dining & Bars
The Aroma restaurant serves Mediterranean and international cuisine, with a buffet breakfast that includes fresh local ingredients and made-to-order omelettes. An exclusive rooftop bar offers sunset seating and social gatherings, while the pool bar provides drinks and light meals. In-room dining is available through 24-hour room service.
Family & Kids
A supervised Kids' Club provides activities for younger guests, and an indoor play area is available for children. The hotel has two swimming pools, one indoor and one year-round outdoor infinity pool, both with sun loungers and umbrellas. Family rooms accommodate up to three guests with extra beds.
Location & Services
The hotel is 10 minutes by car from FC Porto Museum and the D. Luis I Bridge, and 4 km from Ribeira Square. A free shuttle service runs four times daily to Porto city centre, and the multilingual staff speak English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Pet-friendly accommodations accept dogs and cats up to 15 kg.
- Design: Converted 19th-century soap and candle factory with floral-themed décor
- Pool: Year-round outdoor infinity pool with panoramic Douro River views
- Kids: Supervised Kids' Club with indoor play area
- Dining: Aroma restaurant serving Mediterranean and international cuisine
- Location: 10-minute drive to FC Porto Museum and Ribeira Square
- Service: Complimentary buffet breakfast with local ingredients and welcome drinks
Licence number: 10074
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
On-site car park
24-hour reception
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Paid shuttle service
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Infinity pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
Room view
- River view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Pestana Douro Riverside - Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Lifestyle
| 💵 Lowest room price | 79 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.8 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 18.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Francisco Sa Carneiro, OPO |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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