The Mateus Palace is a palace located in the civil parish of Mateus, municipality of Vila Real, Portugal. The three primary buildings are the manor, the winery and the chapel.

The winery buildings date from the 16th century and were modified in the 1800s. Architect Nicolau Nasoni was involved in the project for the construction of the palace, which took place in the 18th century, possibly between 1739 and 1743, according to one expert. The work was authorized by António José Botelho Mourão, 3rd Count of Mateus. The current manor replaced the former family house which was built in the same location in the early 1600s. In 1910, it was classified as a National Monument. The palace is owned by the Mateus Foundation.

I had the pleasure to visit the Mateus palace a few times during my tours. Each of every time I was blown away with the richness and the beauty what it can offer to those who decide to visit it.

#history #portugal #thenorth #visitportugal #monument #vilareal #mateus

Search Vila Real Hostels

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend

In two weeks

In one month

In two months

Our top choices for Vila Real hostels

HI Alijo - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel

Alijó

Antonio

Stone Farm Hostel

Felgueiras

Luisa Fernanda

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

Quarto 2 Pessoas +2 Beliches.casa Banho Privativa Dentro do Quarto

Airaes FELGUEIRAS

Céline S.

includes taxes & fees

17 Jan - 18 Jan

Quarto 2 Pessoas +1 Beliche .casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Airaes FELGUEIRAS

includes taxes & fees

17 Jan - 18 Jan

Quarto 6 Pessoas .casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Airaes FELGUEIRAS

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan

Quarto16 Pessoas . Casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Airaes FELGUEIRAS

audrey D.

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

View all properties

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top Vila Real Hotel Reviews

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

10/10 Excellent

"Luxurious property, spacious rooms and super friendly staff "

Lamego Hotel & Life

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and the facility was spacious and clean anywhere we went. There were great spaces to releax by the pool, enjoy breakfast, and sun. The staff was extremely helpful and offered to book a win tasting tour nearby which was such a pleasant experience. I would come back to stay if I were in the area."

Six Senses Douro Valley

10/10 Excellent

"The service at this hotel was unparallel. I needed a medication and they sent a driver to the pharmacy to pick it up and bring it back to the hotel. I also needed hiking boots and they went to a hiking shoe store bought me my size got them on sale and brought them to the hotel. I’ve never experienced such incredible service before at a hotel."

Find out more about Vila Real

Vila Real Hostels information

Number of reviews	31
Accommodation	13 Hostels
Lowest Price	AU$52
Highest Price	AU$452

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Vila Real?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for sightseeing.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices and a social atmosphere.

What are the best hostels in Vila Real?

You might like the prices at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which gets positive reviews from our customers: Hotel Mira Corgo - 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the heart of Vila Real. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Regua Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a bar at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Vila Real?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Vila Real is 1254 mm.

What is there to see and do in Vila Real?

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Vila Real. Get out into nature with places such as Parque Natural do Alvao, Carreira Gardens and Parque Canino de Lordelo. Cultural attractions include Douro Museum, Bread and Wine Museum and Museu de Lamego. Visit landmarks such as Mateus Palace and Panoias.

What's the best way to get to and around Vila Real while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Vila Real on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Vila Real (VRL), located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro), located 48.4 mi (77.9 km) away.

Search Vila Real Hostels

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for Vila Real hostels

HI Alijo - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel

Stone Farm Hostel

Quarto 2 Pessoas +2 Beliches.casa Banho Privativa Dentro do Quarto

Quarto 2 Pessoas +1 Beliche .casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Quarto 6 Pessoas .casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Quarto16 Pessoas . Casa de Banho Privativa no Corredor

Top Vila Real Hotel Reviews

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Vila Gale Collection Douro Hotel

Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta

LBV House Hotel

Lamego Hotel & Life

The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca

Quinta do Vallado

Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa

Six Senses Douro Valley

Find out more about Vila Real

Vila Real Hostels information

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia