Rua da Lavandeira, s/n, 4640-024 Ancede, Portugal
#2 of 3 hotels in Ancede
Guests' ChoiceBased on 85 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 September 2024
Nir
IsraelExcellent place, highly recommended. Very friendly stuff, helped us finding hidden gems around duoro valley.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2024
Jorge
United StatesFriendly staff and outstanding service
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Lisha
IndiaNothing
Everything
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 11 August 2024
Bryony
PortugalService was terrible. The worst I have experienced in a long time
Exceptional architecture and thoughtful landscaping
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 July 2024
Beth
AustraliaThat I had to leave and go back to real life
Every detail was thought out for the most luxurious stay and it was full of surprises! I was so excited to stay but so surprised when we arrived by how incredible it was. I never wanted to leave. The staff made you feel right at home and I was so relaxed. We had s private wine tasting on the veranda by the vine leaves which I think was the highlight of my trip around Portugal 🥰 thank you a million times. Not to mention the architecture of the rooms, I could go on
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 July 2024
Michelle
PortugalThe property itself was incredible! Restaurant Elmo with its very fine cuisine, we had the honor to meet Mr. Victor he stays in the restaurant part a very sweet, kind gentleman. Our bungalow was lovely! I can say that it was one of the best weekends ever! We will surely go back! Thank you Lavadeira Douro ❤️❤️ you are truly special!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
William
United KingdomExcellent choice of fresh food
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Lindsay
United StatesNothing
This place is amazing. If it was in the United States, rooms would be close to $1000 per night. We had river views and a gorgeous huge room. Breakfast was perfect and the service was superb.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Cathy
United StatesNothing
The property was magnificent! We stayed in one of the new bungalows, which was absolutely beautiful. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Even with all the windows there was complete privacy. It was super clean. Victor, who took care of us for breakfast and dinner for the two days that we were there treated us like royalty. He also makes a fantastic martini! The spa was wonderful. Make sure you get a massage. It was one of the best I’ve had. The views of the vineyards were stunning. We took a long walk along the river, which was so pretty, and we met a few mama pigs and their babies. We will definitely return.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 January 2024
Louis
South AfricaExelent
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Kaia
United StatesEverything was perfect!
Amazing accommodations and staff! We stayed over Christmas and everyone was so attentive - they ensured we had a great holiday. Food was great, and the rooms really are unlike anyplace I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Paola
SpainThe location is beautiful, surrounded by nature and the cabins are really stylish, comfy and thoughtful. The restaurant ELMO is also spectacular.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
John
United StatesInterior pool requires maintenance and cleaning
The food is excellent, the wine, the cleanliness and attention to every detail.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Marie-josee
CanadaFor only having been operational for 6 months this place has got it together! I am blown away!
WOWWWWWWWW💙 This location is what dreams are made of…. I am sure of it! Even though it was raining on and off we got to truly enjoy the beauty of this place! It is truly magical!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Iva
United KingdomModern yet cozy, every little detail is just pure perfection
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Laura
United KingdomBeautiful property in well maintained surroundings.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Helen
United KingdomIt would be better to have a coffee maker in the room. I was really surprised that the tea and coffee facilities were not as modern as the ready of the place.
Beautiful place, wonderful staff and amazing food. This is such a great place to spend some time relaxing and taking in the scenery
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Chen
IsraelThe room is amazing, you feel like living inside the forest, the service and the food were excellent!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Valerie
FranceThe spa pool had recently opened and the water jets were not functioning yet.
The resort was beautifully conceptualized amidst the vineyard and incorporates the existing historical structures and buildings to make a fabulous oasis of relaxation. It is classy without being ostentatious. The use of wood and natural materials truly make it a natural wellness and spa resort. The staff was wonderful and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the cod Elmo!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Sofia
GreeceRestaurant : great dining room, amazing interior, table setting, details, everything well designed. In my opinion the food hasn't yet find his way for the high level of the hotel structure, although everything seems fresh and people in the kitchen indeed do a lot of effort on it.
Existing 18th century Douro-manor house known as Casa da Lavandeira in Douro Valley area with a just opened contemporary expansion with spacious, luxury, independent suites in the concept of "contemporary treehouses" into the nature of the winery area. Great design, furniture, details, bathrooms. Nice staff. Clean. Large outdoor freeform natural swimming pool in the concept of a "lake". Nice indoor swimming pool also, next to a gym (spacious, with great view to the vineyards -a treadmill would be appreciated), sauna, Turkish bath and relaxation area. NIce outdoors spaces very well equipped. Beautiful walkway next to a small river for a short walk around the estate. Owner's amazing collection of old antiques cars, motor bikes etc on display. A scenic train ride that follows the banks of the River Douro is very much suggested.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Kathryn
United StatesThe noble twin bed room has a step that we tripped on several times, but otherwise very comfortable.
Beautiful place. We LOVED the old house and how we could use the kitchen there. I think I could have stayed there for 2weeks! Awesome staff (happy, accomodationg, and energizing to be around). It's like two hotels in one: one an old (but luxurious) stone b&b, plus next door, across the vineyard, a brand new modern spa hotel and restaurant with a fancy new pool and gym. It was really fun to explore the house and the old car collection, plus fun to relax in the modern spa parts. The new restaurant made really good vegetarian food for us.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Jonas
LithuaniaThe bed in the villa could be longer because for 186 cm height man is not so comfortable.
We lived in the authentic house/villa which was outstanding. Near the villa, there were many historical cars – old Porsches, Rolls Royce, Mercedes Benz and others. We enjoyed the pool near the main building of vineyard with comfy sunbeds. The nearby little towns gave us very pleasant food experiences. Just ask the reception of the recommendations.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Robert
United StatesEverything was perfect.
Spectacular service from the staff. Great location and facilities.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Mirjana
United Arab EmiratesNothing this property is just perfect 🤩
This property is other level of hospitality. This is maybe the best stay we ever had. Design of rooms is outstanding, every detail is perfect from design, smell or towers, set up, landscape and the most important personnel that is more than friendly and welcoming, very well trained and speaking several foreign languages.
Stayed in August 2023
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