Parada de Ester Travel Guide
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Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro, Baiao
The price is AU$296 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$296
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Baiao. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (331 reviews)
"Everyting was perfect, except the gym. Some of the machines were not working properly."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Octant Douro
Estrada Nacional 222 Km 41, Aveiro District, Castelo de Paiva
The price is AU$540 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$540
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Castelo de Paiva. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Very relaxing place to stay with lots of amenities. The spa is lovely. Views are amazing. Our room had 2 terraces overlooking the river. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Six Senses Douro Valley
Quinta de Vale Abraão, Samodães, Lamego
The price is AU$2,755 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$2,755
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lamego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Adega - Cadão Douro and Douro Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
Magical place!
"The most magical place I've been to! The hotel is an old estate and they have redone it beautifully. The staff was first class, the food delicious and there were so many activities to sign up for! Spa was impressive with the hydrotherapy, cold plunge and different saunas! We will definitely go ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Quinta Casal da Silva 1951
R. Vinha n59, Marco de Canaveses, Porto
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Marco de Canaveses. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Jardim de Torrao Park and Saint Vincente ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Adoramos a estadia, lugar tranquilo, tudo muito limpo e bem cuidado, pequeno-almoço fantástico. Funcionárias muito simpáticas e prestáveis."
Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Stunning 3-bed-2-bath villa over Douro River/Porto city - WIFI-sleep 6-10
Castelo de Paiva
Stay at this villa in Castelo de Paiva. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Hintze Ribeiro Disaster Memorial and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"Luxurious property in a fabulous location.This is a spacious villa with outstanding views across the Douro river. It's about 15 mins drive from a town with restaurants and supermarkets etc.The property is very clean and well maintained and the kitchen is well equipped."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River
Marco de Canaveses
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Marco de Canaveses. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Very remote but we were happy with that! The children loved the pool area. Host were very good at communicating. Really well equiped kitchen. Would highly recommend hiring a chef if you wanted a special meal instead of dining out."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Foz Cabril River Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Foz Cabril River Beach during your trip to Castro Daire? Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Poço Negro
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Poço Negro during your travels in Parada de Ester.
Mártir São Sebastião
You can find out about the history of Cabril when you stop by Mártir São Sebastião.
Activities

From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour
AU$169
per adult

Lamego: Quinta da Portela de Baixo Winery Tour and Tasting
AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Arouca: Guided Tour Paiva Walkways + 516 Suspension Bridge
AU$76
per adult

From Porto: Paiva River Canoe Rafting Adventure Tour
AU$151
per adult

Paiva Walkways+516 Arouca Suspension Bridge+Aveiro - from Porto
AU$567
per adult