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Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

4.0 star property
Pousada in Alijó with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Premium Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio
Reception
Hallway
43-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Junior Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
The current price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijó, Vila Real, 5070-031
  • Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Igreja Matriz de Alijo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Vila Real (VRL)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Studio Suite

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bidet
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Alijó

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel puts you in the heart of Alijó, 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 buffet 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, seasonal outdoor swimming pool 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 Alijó 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 - 0.2 km
  • Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Igreja Matriz de Alijo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Adega de Favaios - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 21 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Tua Station - 25 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinta Da Avessada - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Calça Curta - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Solar 1 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Trinidad Wine Bar and Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Maria da Glória - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel

Pousada in Alijó with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Forrester Essence Douro Hotel 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 Forrester Essence Douro Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Alijó pousada is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 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
Forrester Essence Douro Hotel offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

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

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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 buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • 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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 31 October.

Property is also known as

Pousada Barão Forrester
Pousada Barão Forrester Alijo
Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel
Pousada Barão Forrester Hotel Alijo
Pousada Barão de Forrester
Palacete Barão de Forrester.
Forester Essence Douro Hotel
Forrester Essence Douro Alijo
Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Alijó
Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Pousada (Portugal)
Forrester Essence Douro Hotel Pousada (Portugal) Alijó

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel on 14 Sept 2025 start from AU$204.81, 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 Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

Yep, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Forrester Essence Douro Hotel have a pool?

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from May 01 to October 31.

Does Forrester Essence Douro Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

No, Forrester Essence Douro Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

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 Forrester Essence Douro Hotel?

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