“An Unusual Gem in Portugal’s Wine Country”

After being blown away by the fun, funky and well-managed hotel in Porto, my husband and I were lucky to stumble upon another gem of Portuguese hospitality . The Delfina Douro is an outstanding hotel, and not only because of the hypnotic, pastoral view. The hotel is exquisitely designed and dec… Több

After being blown away by the fun, funky and well-managed hotel in Porto, my husband and I were lucky to stumble upon another gem of Portuguese hospitality . The Delfina Douro is an outstanding hotel, and not only because of the hypnotic, pastoral view. The hotel is exquisitely designed and decorated, overlooking the Douro River in the heart of Portugal’s wine country. It was an unexpected surprise. Due to the genuine friendliness of the folks in these parts, the service was great. We had dinner at the restaurant and enjoyed the food , which was only enhanced by the ambience inside and view outside the hotel’s restaurant. Breakfast was rich in both variety and taste.The only misgiving I had, was that the bathtub/shower was somewhat treacherous for a weak-kneed, flexibly- challenged (A.K.A. old) person such as myself. To be fair, however, I did not request a walk-in shower nor indicate my age when making the reservation. Overalll,both my husband and I enjoyed our stay immensely.

Kevesebb

“Great views of the surrounding vineyards ”

We stayed here two nights in room 102 with a balcony overlooking the Douro River. The view was exceptional, and there was enough space for our luggage. The bathroom had a nice shower along with plenty of counter top space. We liked the included breakfast which had lots of local meats and cheeses fo… Több

We stayed here two nights in room 102 with a balcony overlooking the Douro River. The view was exceptional, and there was enough space for our luggage. The bathroom had a nice shower along with plenty of counter top space. We liked the included breakfast which had lots of local meats and cheeses for us to sample. The room could have used more wall outlets since we had to unplug a lamp to charge our phones and we also found the walls to be a bit thin since we could hear the neighbors voices and TV. Another light by the corner chair would be appreciated since that corner was a bit dim when the curtains were closed.

Kevesebb

“Some good and some not so good things about Delfim Douro Hotel.”

For the most part, we enjoyed our stay at Delfim Douro. The setting, view, indoor and outdoor common spaces are quite lovely. The staff were all very friendly. Breakfast had a lot of variety and quality was good. We had dinner at the restaurant one evening and the dishes were bland and prawns were … Több

For the most part, we enjoyed our stay at Delfim Douro. The setting, view, indoor and outdoor common spaces are quite lovely. The staff were all very friendly. Breakfast had a lot of variety and quality was good. We had dinner at the restaurant one evening and the dishes were bland and prawns were mushy--not good at all. We had a room on the -3 (ground) floor with a patio and two chairs, which was nice. As others have mentioned, the open concept bathroom is terrible. Who likes that? What designer thinks that kind of intimacy is appealing? I missed the comments prior to making the reservation, otherwise we probably would have chosen to stay elsewhere. Also, there were some plug in air "fresheners" in the hall on our floor that were really atrocious, and we had to hold our noses to and from the elevator. A small thing, but unpleasant. All in all, we liked the hotel, and if they put some doors on the lieu, we would consider staying again.

Kevesebb

“Great view, but rooms are sterile and I like a bathroom door.”

Perhaps I am too picky. On the plus side a great location overlooking the duro River. Rooms are very modern but sterile. Staff were helpful. On the negative - I really like a door on my bathroom. Food was okay but definitely no ambiance in the dining room. And playing the local radio station for ba… Több

Perhaps I am too picky. On the plus side a great location overlooking the duro River. Rooms are very modern but sterile. Staff were helpful. On the negative - I really like a door on my bathroom. Food was okay but definitely no ambiance in the dining room. And playing the local radio station for background music doesn't cut it.

Kevesebb