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8.3

1,683 reviews

Douro Scala

Douro Scala

Quinta Do Paço De Cidadelhe, Mesao Frio, 5040-154, Portugal

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Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Douro Scala

Douro Scala is a 5-star hotel in Mesão Frio, Portugal, located at Quinta Do Paço De Cidadelhe, about 2.3mi from the city center. Breakfast is offered on site, and the minimum price starts from $112.

Featured amenities include Spa/Wellness packages, Restaurant, indoor swimming pool (free) and outdoor swimming pool (free), Private Parking (free), Wifi (free), Room service, Fitness center (free), Shuttle service (extra charges), Turkish/Steam Bath (free), Spa (free), Sauna (free), Air conditioning, Bar, Sun deck, Terrace, Soundproof rooms, 24-hour front desk, Mountain view, Non-smoking rooms, Beach umbrellas (free), Beach chairs/Loungers, Patio, Garden view, View, Balcony, Free toiletries, Soundproof, Bathtub, Elevator, Garden.

With 1,737 reviews, Douro Scala stands as a well-reviewed option in Mesão Frio, Portugal.

On-site dining comes courtesy of Restaurante #1, serving Portuguese cuisine in a setting that blends family-friendly charm with traditional and modern vibes. After a day of exploring the Douro region, a drink at the bar is a perfect prelude to time on the terrace or sun deck, where scenery and fresh air make for a relaxing evening.

Wellness takes center stage with Spa/Wellness packages, plus a free indoor heated pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, both adults-only. Complimentary Turkish/Steam Bath, Spa, and Sauna add to the relaxation, creating a haven to unwind before returning to the hillside views and comfort of the hotel.

A wide range of accommodations awaits, including Duplex, Superior Douro Double Room, and Single Rooms with Mountain or River View, as well as various garden- and family-view options. Rooms feature soundproofing, balconies or terraces, and garden or mountain vistas, complemented by free toiletries and convenient amenities like air conditioning and elevators. Payment is accepted via Cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro.

Closest airports

Vila Real Airport

9.9mi

Viseu Airport

30.6mi

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport

43.7mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Free spa

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Elevator

Garden

View

Balcony

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Bathtub

Rooms

Twin/Double Room with Garden View in Douro Scala

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Room - 2 Twin, Garden View

2 Twin Beds

310 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

x3

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twin garden view capacity 2 is 312 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Twin/Double Room with Mountain View in Douro Scala

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Room - 2 Twin, Mountain View

2 Twin Beds

310 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

x3

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twin mountain view is 312 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Double Room with Mountain View in Douro Scala

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Room With Mountain View

1 Double Bed

310 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

x4

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x3

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Mountain View

Superior, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

170 sqft

Minibar

x4

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x3

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double superior is 172 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and bathrobes.

Superior Double Room in Douro Scala

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Superior Double Room

1 Double Bed

310 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

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Room - 2 Single

170 sqft

Minibar

x6

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x3

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Standard is 172 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus terrace and hairdryer.

Room With Garden View

1 Double Bed

x4

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x3

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Garden View

Standard Room

1 Twin Bed

x10

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x6

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Room Standard

Suite

x8

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x5

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Room With River View

x4

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x3

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Family

x8

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x4

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Duplex

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Guest reviews

8.3

1,683 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Ian

10

July 2025

Running a hotel is never easy, but when everything is going well it is a lot easier. When there are problems, then the hotel shows it's true quality. When we arrived my friend was not well. The room had been set up as a double room, despite us ordering it as a twin bed room. The staff immediately set to to change the beds. It then became obvious that separate rooms would be better. At every stage the staff did their best to help. They were brilliant. That ignores the brilliant location, excellent facillities, great restaurant, and comfortable rooms.

My friend wasn't unwell. Seriously the hotel was great.

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Graciete

10

May 2025

First and foremost, your beautiful establishment and grounds and the incredible views! In addition, the staff was very accommodating and friendly, and the food was absolutely delicious - from the charcuterie board when we arrived to our dinner in the dining room as well as the incredible breakfast buffet! This was our third time staying in your hotel and, hopefully, not the last!!

Can’t think of anything

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Carlos

10

June 2025

I loved the warm & amazing staff of the hotel. The facilities are very good, the restaurant fantastic and the view is gorgeous. Very happy we went there.

Unfortunately, the only thing missing was the connection through booking chat, as we asked a question a day before going and they didn't get back to us.

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Livia

10

August 2024

Rooms are super comfortable, the staff is very nice, and the view is superb. The location is perfect to explore the valley during the day, and be back still in time to enjoy the pool in the afternoon.

Nothing about the hotel or the facilities in specific, but we considered the price of the restaurant a bit high for what was been offered.

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Canario

8.2

May 2024

Beautiful views overlooking the Douro, modern style rooms and great facilities such as pool, Turkish steam room, sauna and hot tube. Loved the atmosphere and style of the hotel as well as the connection with the winery.

Rooms we stayed in showed a little wear and tear and needed more detail regarding requirements for swim caps and slippers in pool and sauna areas

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Teresa

8.2

October 2023

The views were beautiful and we loved walking through a vineyard. The food was delicious. It was relaxing.

Google Maps failed us. It was very hard for us to get there. The narrow roads and fast drivers were intimidating. There was no where to go unless you drove… the pretty little town right beside the resort didn’t even have a coffee shop.

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Joao

8.2

July 2023

Beautiful location and surroundings. Great for couples and romantic getaways. Breakfast was good.

Not a 5-star hotel. More like 4-star. A few minor details were missing to be a 5-star. Nothing annoying, but the small flaws can’t happen at a 5-star.

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Jay

9.1

October 2022

Beautiful property, well kept with exceptional grounds and views. Great breakfast included with room, and restaurant for dinner was a nice option which we took advantage of when too tired to travel to town. Beautiful big pool.

Room was far from reception (five sets of stairs or two elevators and two long halls). Could have used a trolley for luggage or someone to help carry it.

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Chris

10

June 2024

Beautiful property with lovely rooms. Enjoyed a beer by the pool after a days cycling, watch out for the hill up to the hotel ! Very nice dinner too

When you’re cycling the hill up to the hotel is a tough finish to the day !!

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Sue

8.2

August 2023

Location, mountain view.

The location of the shower/bathtub and the pool wasn’t working the first day. Indoor pool required bathing caps and we were not aware or offered any free of charge as the outdoor pool was not available as advertised.

Points of Interest Around Douro Scala

Airports

Vila Real Airport

9.9mi

Viseu Airport

30.6mi

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport

43.7mi

Restaurants

Restaurante #1

Cuisines

  • Portuguese

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional
  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • Seasonal

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Douro Scala

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Free spa

Sauna

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Elevator

Garden

View

Balcony

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Bathtub

Stay rules - Douro Scala

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Douro Scala

When are the check-in and check-out times for Douro Scala?

For those planning to reside at Douro Scala, the doors open for check-in at 03:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 12:00 PM.

Is free parking available at Douro Scala?

Yes, parking is available at Douro Scala. It is a free private parking facility located on-site. No prior reservation is required for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Douro Scala?

Accommodations at Douro Scala can start from $112. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What types of rooms does Douro Scala offer?

At Douro Scala hotel, there are two types of rooms available: Twin/Double rooms and Superior Double rooms. The Twin/Double rooms come with either a mountain view or garden view, have a size of 312 sqft, and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. These rooms have 2 twin beds and smoking is not allowed. On the other hand, the Superior Double rooms have a size of 420 sqft, offer a mountain view, and can also accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. These rooms have 1 double bed and smoking is not allowed.

What is there to do in Douro Scala?

Guests at the Douro Scala hotel can spend their time enjoying the various leisure amenities offered. They can relax and rejuvenate with spa and wellness packages, take a dip in the indoor or outdoor swimming pool, or indulge in the Turkish/Steam bath and sauna. The hotel also provides beach umbrellas and chairs for guests to enjoy the nearby beach.

For those looking to stay active, the hotel offers a fitness center and sun deck. Guests can also partake in bike tours, cycling, hiking, and play pool in the pool table area. Additionally, there are various beauty and spa treatments available, such as body scrubs, facials, and massages.

When it comes to dining, guests can choose from the on-site restaurant that offers family-friendly, traditional, and modern ambiance. The restaurant serves Portuguese cuisine.

Overall, guests at the Douro Scala hotel have plenty of options to relax, engage in leisure activities, and satisfy their hunger and culinary desires.

Does Douro Scala feature a pool area?

The Douro Scala hotel has two pools. Pool 1 is an indoor pool that is available all year round. It is heated and restricted to adults only. Pool 2 is an outdoor pool that is available seasonally and also restricted to adults only.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Douro Scala?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site. The restaurant offers a variety of cuisines, including Portuguese. It has a family-friendly ambiance and offers both traditional and modern dishes.

Does Douro Scala accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, Douro Scala accepts both credit card payments and cash payments.