Six Senses Douro Valley
Portugal
Six Senses Douro Valley occupies a restored nineteenth-century manor on a hillside above the river and vineyard terraces near Lamego. Contemporary interiors draw on Portuguese materials and the surrounding landscape, while rooms, suites and villas offer different amounts of space and privacy. Wine gives the stay a strong sense of place. The Wine Library and Terrace host sommelier-guided encounters with local bottles, and winery visits or a river cruise extend the experience into the valley. Seasonal activities can include spending time with winemakers or joining the grape harvest. The kitchen draws on local produce and the property's vegetable and herb gardens. A spa with ten treatment rooms, a heated pool, gym and yoga pavilion gives guests reasons to remain at the manor between excursions. Forest restoration and the working gardens add another connection to the land surrounding the hotel.