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Aquapura Douro Valley was inaugurated on 25th June 2007. It is located on the southern banks of the Douro river, between the flowing waters and the terraced vineyards in the valley that has been classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Aquapura Douro Valley is the result of careful planning and contemplation.
Only a few minutes from Peso da Régua, Aquapura Douro Valley is situated in the heart of a magnificent countryside of terraced vineyeards and the ever-flowing river. The vines grow continuously in this privileged valley, endowed with sunshine and a particular climate that contributes to he creations of great wines and the exceptional Port Wines for which the region is so well known.
Situated in a beautiful Manor House, the “Quinta de Vale Abraão” which was built by a Port Wine producer during the 19 th century, Aquapura Douro Valley is a fabulous blend of traditional architecture and contemporary design.
Accommodation: Aquapura Douro Valley offers the following:
• a hotel of 50 rooms, including 9 suites, and a presidential suite;
• 21 private Villas;
• And a Spa of 2200m2
In the rooms (from 50m2 to 80m2) warm colours such as bordeaux accentuate the purity of the soft greys and white. The refined lines of the cast sofas attribute to the atmosphere where the serenity reigns. The view over the vineyards of the Douro is a privileged moment that one can enjoy from the terraces of certain rooms or from their panoramic windows. Spa treatments on demand are also available in a number of rooms.
The suites (from 80m2 to 165m2), with a décor of white, beige and black and framed by true walls of glass, benefit from remarkable panoramic views, embracing the vines and the river.
All rooms are equipped with the latest technology such as WIFI and IP telephones.
The library is an area of comfort where the soft chocolate and grey sofas invite total relaxation. Facing a superb terrace overlooking the Douro, guests can lose themselves in their own world of thought, while enjoying a diverse selection of drinks.
Aquapura Douro Valley also welcomes the business traveller for meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars.
Meetings & Conferences: The “ Meeting Court ”
There are six meeting rooms which can provide space for groups from 17 to 95 people.
All the indispensable services required for a business meeting are offered:
Telecommunications, photocopying, internet, e-mail, computers, secretarial services, airline reservations, etc.
Gastronomy: The chef Emmanuel Soares has created an innovative menu, influenced by his Portuguese origins and his experiences in Parisian restaurants such as Le Doyen, or after the great chefs he has worked with such as Alain Ducasse.
At the restaurant “Alma Lusa”, the chef invites you on a culinary voyage blending traditional Portuguese products with the contemporary cuisine. Along the themes of the Douro 's gastronomy over the centuries to Portuguse cuisine around the world. Emmanuel Soares gives complete freedom to his inspiration, and introduces his concept of “Food & Feeling”, with a modern menu mixing Portuguse traditions with international recipes.
The restaurant “Vale Abraão” overlooks the gardens and the vineyeards.
The “Pool Bar” by the main pool offers a relaxed cuisine.
In the Douro Valley , gastronomy is synonymous with the great wines. These great wine of the Douro Valley and the beast Port Wines are naturally available on the menu. The hotel has a beautiful Wine Cellar. With a modern interior design, playing with the transparency, the Wine Cellar is a privileged place for wine tasting or private dinners.
The Bar, which is the heart of the hotel and with an inviting and warm atmosphere, invites one on a voyage of discovering the Portuguese wines as well as international wimes along with a beautifully embellished choice of snacks. The other side of the bar offers a totally relaxed atmosphere, where one can lounge back on the “chaises longues”, enjoy a champagne tasting or a variety of teas, coffees and chocolates accompanied by a selection of desserts.
SPA: In an environment dominated by water, Aquapura invites you into a harmonious world between sophistication and nature in an environment of rare beauty.
In a space of 2200m2, Aquapura Spa immerses you into a universe of serenity and well being. Treat yourself to the Thermal Spa, indoor pool, hot baths, sauna, aromatherapy, herbal sauna relax on a water bed… there are so many moments of pure pleasure.
Aquapura Spa uses ancient Asiatic techniques, blended with the benefits of modern research.
Pure relaxation in your bathroom: Would you prefer to enjoy your Spa treatments in the intimacy of your own bathroom? Your “butler” will do everything to prepare the treatment that you wish and that you have chosen from the Bath menu:
• Realxing bath: Ytsara Serenity is a mixture of jasmine, essential oil of lemon, accompanied by a white wine tasting and chocolate truffles.
• Vinotherap is a bath containing olive oil and grape seeds, all to be enjoyed while tasting a delicious red wine.
• For Men: Ytsara Serenity is with herbs, as well as a glass of whisky and a good cigar…
You can also treat your children (8 to 12 years of age) to the benefits of the Spa with treatments specially designed for them.
Aquapura Spa offers the following to its guests:
• a vast indoor heated pool
• 10 treatment rooms of which one is double, and 5 cabins with a view over the Douro and the vineyeards
• 1 gym
• Aesthetical treatments
• Manicure and Pedicure
Location: on the banks of the Douro river, in the heart of the vineyards.
142 kms - international airport of Oporto (hotel transfers available)
33 kms - regional airport of Vila Real (1 hour's flight from Lisbon )
5 kms - Peso da Régua
Leisure:
5 hectares of woodland
A spa of 2200 m2 with an indoor heated pool
A 24 hour access Gym
An outdoor heated pool
A tennis court
A meditation and yoga pavilion
A library |
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