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Pousada Barão de Forrester

4.0 star property
Upscale pousada with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
View from room
Desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Reception
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijo, Vila Real, 5070-031
  • Popular LocationJardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro2 min walk
  • Popular LocationJardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAdega de Favaios4 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)84 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room with Balcony

8/10 Very good

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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One Bed

Standard Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Alijo

At Pousada Barão de Forrester you'll be within steps of Igreja Matriz de Alijo and Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro. Highlights at this pousada include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, O Barão, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar is the pousada's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Alijo pousada, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Bread and Wine Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 2 min walk
  • Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro - 3 min walk
  • Adega de Favaios - 4 min drive
  • Ujo Viewpoint - 8 min drive
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Pinhão Train Station - 27 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinta da Avessada - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante o Pelourinho - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar dos Bombeiros - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cepa Torta - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Teixeira - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Pousada Barão de Forrester

Upscale pousada with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
Pousada Barão de Forrester offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Pousada Barão de Forrester. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Alijo pousada is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Pousada Barão de Forrester offers 21 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a bath, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Alijo pousada provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • O Barão

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pousada Barão Forrester
Pousada Barão Forrester Alijo
Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel
Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel Alijo
Barao Forrester Portugal Alijo
Pousada Barão de Forrester Alijo
Pousada Barão de Forrester Pousada (Portugal)
Pousada Barão de Forrester Pousada (Portugal) Alijo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

Pousada Barão de Forrester offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

As of 5 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pousada Barão de Forrester on 10 June 2024 start from AU$268.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

Yep, Pousada Barão de Forrester has a free self car park.

Does Pousada Barão de Forrester have a pool?

Pousada Barão de Forrester has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

Is Pousada Barão de Forrester family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Pousada Barão de Forrester is a hit with families.

Does Pousada Barão de Forrester serve breakfast?

Yeah, free breakfast is on offer daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

No, Pousada Barão de Forrester does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Pousada Barão de Forrester?

No, pets are not allowed.

Pousada Barão de Forrester Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful estate home converted into a hotel. Had a lovely overnight stay. Their restaurant is fabulous. Room was very comfortable. Since we were here in the Fall, the hotel was very quiet. Only a few guests. Service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, beautiful hotel with stunning views and excellent restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too cold to use pool but wonderful to walk the grounds and around town. Staff are so helpful and kind. Especially a shout out to David who treated us very well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
David at checking was very helpful & spoke good English. Explained a bit of the history of the area from Roman times. Great bar / restaurant in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere right in the heart of this small town. Attentive service, very good restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No heat in our room. Got moved to a new room, but not very good there, either. Manager was very helpful with tourism info. Breakfast okay, not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Historic Hotel
Large rooms with comfortable beds. Lovely grounds and gathering spaces. Our one dinner there was excellent. Complimentary breakfast very good. Beautiful drive to hotel with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close by Centro walked to a very nice local restaurant. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rural setting was relaxing and refreshing. The staff went above and beyond to provide quality service. The restaurant was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019