Quinta Nova
Quinta Nova Hotel
Address: 5085-222 Covas do Douro, Portugal
GPS: N 41º 09′ 42,88”; W 07º 35′ 44,59”
Phone: +351 254 730 430
Hotel Rural Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, or Quinta Nova for short, is one of the best places to stay in the Douro Valley when you are visiting Portugal.
Part hotel, part winery, and all relaxation, Quinta Nova offers visitors a quiet haven overlooking the Douro River and the beautiful vineyards that climb up the hills from its banks. Guests can enjoy self-guided hikes through the vines, relaxing dips in the swimming pool, drinks at the beautiful bar, dinner al fresco at the fine dining restaurant, cellar tours, and Port and wine tasting on the premises.
Quinta Nova’s main lodge is a two-storey building with a large bar and lounge, a reception area, a play room for children, a restaurant, and an upstairs sitting room with a computer for guest use. In front of it is a wide courtyard with tables and chairs that is perfect for enjoying a drink or a meal, or just for admiring the views over the Douro Valley.
The guest rooms at the hotel are in a building next to the main lodge. Rooms are large and spacious, and feature classic decor and pretty floral bedspreads. Bathrooms are big and come fully stocked with REN cosmetics and plenty of fluffy towels.
The highlights of the Quinta Nova hotel are manifold, but the standout qualities include the rooms, the views, and the wine tours. The food is also good, although better cuisine can be found at other restaurants in the Douro Valley, such as DOC Restaurant. Still, the hotel is a lovely place to stay when you are visiting Portugal, and has everything that makes for great memories.