Delfim Douro Hotel

We stumbled upon this gem when a booking attempt at another hotel failed. What a great failure recovery. It was so sophisticated and yet simple and clean. The rooms were quiet and clean, the beds amazingly comfortable, the balcony view over the river was exquisite. The staff were superb and accommodating. The bar and tapas offering every night was perfect, and the breakfast was better than any restaurant. Located in the heart of the Douro River wine region, with access to many of the must-see sights and experiences of the region, this was a highlight of our trip.

Great view of the Douro river. The hotel is well located a close to multiple wineries. We also got great customer service from the staff especially Alexandra who helped us to book our tour and gave us some great tips on what to do in the area. The breakfast was also really good. The parts that I liked the least was the bathroom where there wasn’t much privacy (glass wall between the room and the bathroom). Also, I would recommend skipping the restaurant for dinner as it is really overpriced for what it is.

We came here for 3 nights on our second leg of our 5 leg euro honeymoon. If you are looking for somewhere special, spend a bit more and go to the 6 senses. Rooms- They were adequate, but nothing special. Beautiful views from every vantage point was a plus, but about the only plus… Beds were quite uncomfortable. Bedding was not good, and the pillows were dreadful. There are no doors on the bathroom, and the showers are about wide open. 2/5 on the rooms. Service- They were extremely pleasant, but only when prompted. The dining was under par food wise. This staff seams inexperienced, but has potential to grow with better management and a more tasteful oversight. Reception was friendly. These were very nice people overall, but nothing to recommend as a “wow” experience to others. Location- Great! Was very close to all places we wanted to visit. Town is a 5 minute drive away thru beautiful winding mountain roads. Close to all of the local vineyards, towns, and attractions. Summarized- This is a 2/5 hotel. A bit of a stretch price wise for what it has to offer. I would suggest elsewhere if you are looking for something special. We enjoyed our stay, but didn’t love it…