Pestana Palacio Do Freixo, Pousada & National Monument - The Leading Hotels Of The World, Porto

Pestana Palacio Do Freixo, Pousada & National Monument - The Leading Hotels Of The World - A riverside palace with Baroque architecture, Douro views, and a luxury spa

Pestana Palacio Do Freixo, Pousada & National Monument - The Leading Hotels Of The World is a 5-star hotel housed in an 18th-century Baroque palace, classified as a National Monument. The property features 87 rooms, most offering sweeping views of the Douro River, with options ranging from bright 30 m² rooms to the 43 m² Nasoni Suite, which includes a balcony and relaxation area. Dining options include the Palatium Restaurant, serving locally sourced seafood and regional dishes in a frescoed dining room, and Bar Nasoni, offering all-day dining with river views. The Magic Spa by Pestana provides signature treatments, an indoor pool, sauna, and Turkish bath, while the outdoor infinity pool overlooks the Douro. Located 3 km from Porto’s historic center, the hotel offers free transfers to the city and is 20 km from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport.

Pros

The hotel occupies a historic 18th-century palace with 10000 m² of gardens overlooking the Douro River.

The Magic Spa features an indoor pool, sauna, and treatments inspired by global therapeutic techniques.

The Palatium Restaurant serves regional cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a frescoed dining room.

Rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and many offer direct Douro River views.

A free shuttle service provides easy access to Porto’s city center.

Cons

The outdoor pool is only available from May to September.

The palace’s riverside location is 3 km from central Porto, requiring transport for city exploration.