Hotels North of Portugal 4, 5 stars, bungalow type hotel 4*

Hotel description One of our top picks in Baião.With spectacular views of the Douro River, this 4-star hotel offers an outdoor pool along with spa facilities. It is surrounded by hectares of vineyards and protected forests. Douro Palace Hotel Resort & SPA provides stylishly designed rooms with private balconies overlooking the river. Each room has satellite TV and a mini-bar. Offering a chic décor, Restaurante Eça serves refined regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy local and international drinks at Douro Palace’s 3 bars including its elegant piano bar. The dry and wet relaxation spa area including a pool with water jets, sauna and Hamman.

Hotel description This newly renovated 19th century mansion is located on a hill overlooking the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Douro River. It offers healing spa treatments, wine tasting and a mirrored outdoor infinity pool. The interior of the hotel Six Senses Douro Valley, where they adhere to the philosophy of caring for the environment, harmoniously combines sophistication with the history of the region, and the decor is based on natural materials such as wood and stone.

Hotel description One of our top picks in Amarante.Featuring free WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool, Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel offers accommodations in Telões. There is a games room on site and guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with bath robes provided. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer.

Hotel description Primely located along the bank of the Douro River, this 5-star hotel has stunning views over the valley. Douro Royal Valley features a restaurant, outdoor and indoor pools, tennis court and a Spa & Wellness center. Each air-conditioned room at the hotel is soundproofed and includes a private bathroom, with free toiletries. Guests can enjoy a panoramic view over the Douro River from the balcony. Also included in the rooms are a flat-screen cable TV and a mini-bar. The hotel features free WiFi access. The Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa’s guests will be able to savor tasty traditional Portuguese meals with a view, at the unit’s in-house restaurant.

Hotel description One of our top picks in Viana do Castelo.Set high on the Monte de Santa Luzia, Pousada de Viana do Castelo overlooks the town of Viana do Castelo. Rooms have panoramic views over the ocean or lush landscapes. Pousada de Viana do Castelo’s rooms are furnished with air conditioning, cable TV, and a mini-bar. The grounds of Pousada de Viana do Castelo feature an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and many terraces from which guests can admire the views. Pousada de Viana do Castelo's restaurant offers local and international gourmet cuisine.