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8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel - by Unlock Hotels

Rua Comendador José Rufino, Alijó, pt

Forrester Essence Douro Hotel - by Unlock Hotels - main view

About the Property

Idyllic Riverside Retreat

Vineyard Tours and Outdoor Relaxation
Explore the picturesque vineyards surrounding the inn and unwind in the green garden or by the outdoor swimming pool.

Culinary Delights and Local Exploration
Indulge in local and international cuisine at the in-house restaurant or venture to nearby eateries. Discover the charm of Alijó and visit the renowned Port wine vineyards.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and a bar offering refreshing drinks. With easy access to Alvão Natural Park and Mateus Palace, there's no shortage of adventures near the inn.

Book your stay at Pousada Barão de Forrester for a memorable getaway!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

Please note that between 14 and 17 of August city celebrations will take place. Near the Pousada, there will be religious events during the day and musical animation during the evening. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of €25.00 per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Wed, Apr 14, 2027 A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View - Photo 1
Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View - Photo 2
Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View - Photo 3
Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View - Photo 4
Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View - Photo 5
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Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a bidet. The double room features a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a TV, as well as garden views.

27 sqm
Sleeps 3
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryer

Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$162.11

$129.69

Includes taxes & fees

Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$172.94

$138.35

Includes taxes & fees

Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$290.5

$232.4

Includes taxes & fees
Superior Double or Twin Room - Photo 1
Superior Double or Twin Room - Photo 2
Superior Double or Twin Room - Photo 3
Superior Double or Twin Room - Photo 4
Superior Double or Twin Room - Photo 5
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Superior Double or Twin Room

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a bidet. The double room features a TV, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as city views.

26 sqm
Sleeps 3
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryer

Superior Double or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$157.09

$125.67

Includes taxes & fees

Superior Double or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$167.9

$134.32

Includes taxes & fees

Superior Double Or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$274.09

$219.27

Includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 1
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 2
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 3
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 4
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 5
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony - Photo 6
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.

27 sqm
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryer

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$167.15

$133.72

Includes taxes & fees

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$177.95

$142.36

Includes taxes & fees

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$296.78

$237.42

Includes taxes & fees
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 1
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 2
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 3
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 4
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 5
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 6
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 7
Junior Suite with Pool View - Photo 8
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Junior Suite with Pool View

The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a bidet. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this suite also features soundproof walls and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

32 sqm
Sleeps 3
1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryer

Junior Suite with Pool View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$182.24

$145.79

Includes taxes & fees

Junior Suite with Pool View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$193.04

$154.43

Includes taxes & fees

Junior Suite with Pool View

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$315.63

$252.5

Includes taxes & fees
Junior Studio Suite - Photo 1
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Junior Studio Suite

1 King Bed344-sq-foot room with pool views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Espresso maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Bathtub, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Laptop workspace and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-Smoking

32 m2
Sleeps 3
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Air conditioningHair dryerDeskHardwood or parquet floorsWardrobe or closetBidet

Junior Suite Studio

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$213.19

$170.55

Includes taxes & fees

Junior Suite Studio

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$297.79

$238.23

Includes taxes & fees
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Classic Double or Twin Room

1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds344-sq-foot room with city views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Espresso maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Bathtub, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Laptop workspace and wardrobe or closetComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

32 m2
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
Air conditioningHair dryerDeskHardwood or parquet floorsWardrobe or closetBidet

Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$152.06

$121.65

Includes taxes & fees

Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$162.88

$130.3

Includes taxes & fees

Classic Double Or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$262.24

$209.79

Includes taxes & fees
Premium Double or Twin Room - Photo 1
Premium Double or Twin Room - Photo 2
Premium Double or Twin Room - Photo 3
Premium Double or Twin Room - Photo 4
Premium Double or Twin Room - Photo 5
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Premium Double or Twin Room

2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed377-sq-foot room with pool views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 43-inch LCD TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Espresso maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Bathtub, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Laptop workspace and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Hardwood flooring in roomNon-Smoking

35 m2
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Air conditioningHair dryerDeskHardwood or parquet floorsWardrobe or closetBidet

Premium Double Or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$196.53

$157.22

Includes taxes & fees

Premium Double Or Twin Room

Non-refundable
Half Board
20% OFF$280.01

$224.01

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.4
Excellent173 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the comfortable rooms.

Categories

Cleanliness8.3
Service9.1
Location8.6
Room Quality8.5
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.4
Food and Beverage7.6
Overall Experience8.6

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RicardoptPT
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 6, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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AnnbeBE
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 4, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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BeatrizptPT
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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João CarlosptPT
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"fim de semana relaxante"

10.0

a localização central um excelente pequeno almoço a simpatia de todos os funcionários

nada em concreto a apontar

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MortennoNO
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 31, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Small enough to have a personal touch.

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SuzannenlNL
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 31, 2026

"Prachtig oud pand , rustige atmosfeer"

9.0

Prachtig pand, fijne kamer , heel rustig , vriendelijk personeel

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KelddkDK
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 28, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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SERGIObrBR
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 26, 2026

"Good choice for the area."

9.0

beautiful building, cleanliness, excellent food, nice staff.

no heated water in the swimming pool, closed restaurant on Sunday, poor wine list,

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GeorgeschCH
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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pelkeycaCA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 26, 2026

"Nice hotel in Alijo"

8.0

The hotel restaurant was excellent.

The hotel has lots of potential but it needs updating. Particularly in the pool area and the bathroom.

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