The Yeatman Hotel from 178 €

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Created: Monday, September 25, 2023 - Departure: Thursday, March 14, 2024

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Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the Douro River from Porto, is the quieter, more contemplative side of Portugal’s famous wine capital. From the riverfront promenade (Cais de Gaia), you get some of the most iconic views of Porto’s colorful hillside, framed by the Dom Luís I bridge. Stroll along the waterfront, where traditional rabelo boats once carried barrels of wine downriver, and today serve mostly as photogenic reminders of Gaia’s trading past. The main draw here is the world of Port wine. Gaia is home to the historic lodges of brands like Sandeman, Cálem, Graham’s, and Taylor’s, where you can tour the cellars, learn how Port is produced, and sample different styles—from white Port to vintage and aged tawnies. Many lodges offer guided tastings with food pairings, rooftop terraces, or small museums that explore the region’s history and viticulture. Even if you’re not a wine expert, this is the perfect place to deepen your appreciation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Beyond wine, Vila Nova de Gaia has been reinventing itself as a cultural and leisure destination. The WOW (World of Wine) district brings together interactive museums, restaurants, and bars in a cluster of renovated warehouses, while the cable car (Teleférico de Gaia) glides up from the riverside to the upper level of the bridge, offering spectacular views of the Douro and both cityscapes. From here, you can easily walk over to Porto’s old town or continue exploring Gaia’s viewpoints and gardens. If you have more time, head south to discover Gaia’s Atlantic coastline, lined with long sandy beaches such as Miramar, Madalena, and Aguda. These areas are popular with locals for weekend escapes, seafood lunches, and sunset walks along wooden boardwalks that protect the dunes. Combined with its wine heritage and riverside charm, Gaia’s beaches make it a surprisingly diverse base for visiting the Porto region—less hectic than staying across the river, but close to all the action.

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Vila Nova de Gaia - At 1.0 km from the centreROOM ONLYRua do Choupelo (Santa Marinha), Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-088

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The Yeatman Hotel is centrally located in Vila Nova de Gaia, a 1-minute walk from Taylor’s Port Cellars and 13 minutes by foot from Jardim do Morro Park. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Dom Luis I Bridge and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Mosteiro Santo Agostinho da Serra do Pilar.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.

Make yourself at home in one of the 109 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Enjoy Fusion cuisine at The Gastronomic, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Vila Nova de Gaia? This hotel has 10265 square feet (954 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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14 de Mar de 2024 - 15 de Mar de 2024

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