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A stone building with a balcony and a swimming pool.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a poster on the wall and a window providing natural light.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a grassy lawn.

A double bed with white linens and two towels, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. Hotel Rural Quinta de Novais

Arouca

Deborah

NZ$137

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with a wooden floor and metal railings, overlooking a town with houses and hills in the distance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a well-stocked shelf with various bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small table with a tray, and a picture on the wall.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, arranged in a linear fashion with a central walkway.

2. Hotel Sao Pedro – Arouca

Arouca

Claudio

NZ$117

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a vineyard in the background, and a hillside with buildings.

A hot tub on a deck with a view of a residential area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a hillside town.

3. Quinta de Santo António - Country House & Villas

Marco de Canaveses

george

NZ$271

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, and comfortable seating areas.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a stone wall, and a wooden bench.

4. Hotel Rural da Freita

Arouca

"Small family-run hotel located at a small village. Very well maintained. Room was really comfortable, and breakfast was delicious. It is also conveniently located very close to the PR7 hiking trail. Other highlights of the region, such as Ponte Arouca, are within a 45 minutes radius. I waa happy to stay there. Just beware that there is no restaurant in the hotel nor within walking distance, and neither a supermarket nearby."

Ernesto

NZ$98

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hallway with multiple arches, leading to a door at the end.

A spa area with four sun loungers, a wooden ceiling, stone walls, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A historic building entrance with a stone archway, a balcony, and a staircase leading up.

5. MS Collection Arouca Mosteiro de Arouca

Arouca

Arun

NZ$487

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lakeside terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the lake and surrounding hills.

A coastal town with a marina, buildings with balconies, and a hillside in the background.

A coastal town with a marina, featuring a variety of buildings including a yellow hotel with a pool and a white building with a red door.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a phone.

6. Hotel Porto Antigo

Cinfães

Noah

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern house with a pool, wooden deck, and a dining area.

A room with a large window overlooking a valley and river, two chairs, a small table with glasses and a bottle, and a lamp.

A modern multi-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden bench, and a view of a river and mountains through large glass doors.

7. Dajas Douro Valley – New opening

Marco de Canaveses

Howard

NZ$331

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of a forested area, and a wooden headboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a window.

A well-maintained lawn with two wooden chairs and a table set for dining, a bottle of wine, and a vase with flowers.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV on a stand. There is a staircase leading to another level and a sign that reads "Central Suites".

8. Central Suites Arouca

Arouca

Dmitri

NZ$112

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A villa with a swimming pool, a tennis court, and vineyard fields in the background.

A courtyard with stone buildings, a stone table with sheep, and a rope barrier.

A spacious room with a long table and several chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and a counter, and a large window with sheer curtains.

9. Quinta de Anterronde

Arouca

Mary Jean

NZ$113

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool with a view of a river and mountains, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a lake and hills.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a bathtub.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and large windows overlooking a body of water.

10. Octant Douro

Castelo de Paiva

Sofia

NZ$603

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A person in a swimming pool holding a champagne bottle and glass.

A modern room with large windows offering a scenic view of a lake and hills.

A modern kitchen with a view of a lake and hills.

A woman lying on a sunbed reading a magazine, with a pool and umbrellas in the background.

11. Portovella

Ribadouro

Jillian

NZ$186

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A modern living room with a glass-top coffee table, white chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A modern dining area with a glass table, black and white chairs, and a wooden partition.

A neatly made bed with a tray of breakfast items, including fruits, pastries, and a beverage.

12. Villa Tavares Guest Houses

Arouca

Maximiliano

NZ$86

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a modern architectural design.

A hotel lobby with seating areas and a bar.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a red carpet leading to a door.

A multi-story building with evenly spaced windows and a consistent architectural style.

13. Palace Hotel & Spa Termas de São Vicente

Penafiel

Maurice

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A stone building with a pool, wooden lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a view of the forest, and a table with a lamp.

A stone wall with a metal gate and a sign that reads "MOINHOS DO PAIVA COUNTRY HOUSE".

A patio with wooden benches and tables, a fire pit, and a view of a swimming pool and hills.

14. Moinhos do Paiva

Castelo de Paiva

Joaquim

NZ$195

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A stone building with a pool, surrounded by a wooden fence and pink flowers.

A view of a valley with a river, a small building with a green roof, and a heart-shaped sculpture.

A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with two wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a river and hilly landscape.

A hillside view overlooking a river valley with a rustic building and a metal railing.

15. Quinta Casal da Silva 1951

Marco de Canaveses

Alicia

NZ$274

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, a potted plant, and a sign indicating room numbers 201 to 203.

A bar area with seating and a bar counter.

A hallway with stone walls, wooden doors, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a flat roof.

16. Hotel Rural Quinta das Quintães

Penafiel

Tamiko

NZ$226

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by black tiled flooring and bamboo accents.

A pool area with clear water, metal poolside steps, and a tiled wall.

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries, including brownies and muffins, arranged on a table with serving utensils.

A marina with several boats docked, surrounded by hills and a clear sky.

17. Douro Marina Hotel & SPA

Resende

MARCOS

NZ$151

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden cabin with a stone base, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with purple flowers, set against a backdrop of hills and a sunset.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bathtub, a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a bed with towels.

A stone building with a red-tiled roof, a pool, and a table and chairs outside.

18. Casa Valxisto Country House

Penafiel

Tony

NZ$224

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern cabin with a glass facade, a deck, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of a lush landscape.

A modern interior with wooden walls, a blue armchair, a small round table with a vase, and a glass floor leading to a staircase.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of greenery, and a wooden ceiling.

19. Lavandeira Douro Nature & Wellness

Baiao

Mark

NZ$316

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A wooden deck with white chairs and a table overlooking a mountainous landscape with wind turbines.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone patio.

A hillside village with terraced houses, a winding path, and a prominent wooden structure.

A stone pathway leading to a wooden cabin surrounded by trees.

20. Arrabia GUEST HOUSES GLAMPING

Raiva

Filipa

NZ$179

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Espiunca Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Espiunca

Hotel dos Loios

10/10 Excellent

"It's an older hotel, but it was clean, central location, walking distance to restaurants, banks, a laundromat is over the street. The bed was comfortable. The free breakfast was convenient. The staff is very friendly."

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

10/10 Excellent

"An unforgettable experience in the Douro Valley. The views from the property are simply stunning, and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay special — personalized touches throughout made it feel like far more than just a hotel stay. The chef's dinner was a true highlight, and the wine tasting experience was expertly guided. The only reason this isn't a full five stars is the more rural location means a bit more travel time to reach — but that's also part of what makes the Douro so peaceful and worth visiting. A beautiful, memorable stay we'd happily repeat."

Meliá São João Da Madeira

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel deserves all the stars. I decided to stay outside of Porto to avoid the traffic and to have an easier time parking my rental car. Loved the location and the neat town. It was also an easy drive in and out of Porto."

Octant Douro

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Octant Douro was easily the highlight of our trip to Portugal. We absolutely loved the hotel’s tranquil and picturesque setting along the Douro River. Our room overlooked the river, and we often found ourselves sitting in silence, simply taking in the breathtaking scenery and peaceful surroundings. The pool facilities were beautifully maintained and provided the perfect setting for relaxation. The restaurants were outstanding, and the breakfast was excellent, offering a delicious and varied selection each morning. What truly elevated our experience, however, was the exceptional staff. Everyone we encountered was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making our stay all the more memorable. Overall, we had an incredible experience and cannot recommend Octant Douro highly enough. We sincerely hope to return in the future and look forward to exploring some of Octant’s other properties throughout Portugal."

Dajas Douro Valley – New opening

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is set on a hillside facing the Douro River. Our room had an incredible view. The place is quiet and well-maintained. Our room was clean and had all the amenities of home. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast and they offered to make you eggs and pancakes. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

Hotel Porto Antigo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff, good food in the restaurant, fantastic location. Views of the river from the pool brilliant. Very relaxing. Reasonably priced."

Paredes Hotel Apartamento

8/10 Good

"We had to book a hotel at the last minute on the day we arrived in Porto, and there was literally nothing available in Porto or the surrounding area. Everything was booked, apparently because of a conference and a football match. We were very lucky to find a room at this hotel completely by chance. To be honest, we had very low expectations. It was about 30 minutes from Porto, in a small town, and at that point we were simply happy to have found somewhere to stay. But the hotel turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The room was quite basic, but clean, with clean and comfortable beds, which was exactly what we needed. The staff deserves a special mention. Everyone was very attentive and friendly. They recommended a nearby place to eat and even explained the shortest way to get there. Breakfast was also very good and definitely better than we expected. And once again, the staff really stood out. I accidentally left my shopping bag with some important personal things in the room. They responded to my email, I was able to reach them by phone, and they kept my bag safely until I could come back for it. I really appreciated their help. A good hotel for its price range, with truly excellent staff."

TURIM Santa Maria da Feira Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The accommodation were amazing. Would recommend to stay. As well staff were extremely helpful"

Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful place high above the Douro river. Exceptionally helpful staff. The Spa are is included in the room price plus there is an outdoor pool area with a bar which was closed when we visited in Oct. The hotel offers a collection of activities from guided walks, boat trips live music and a variety of wine and port tastings. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes including a wine pairing menu, everything was tasty and well presented. Breakfast was a buffet and included everything you would want however they aren’t geared up for tea drinkers lol. The only small negative is that the room wasn’t cleared of dirty cups or glasses but beds were made and towels changed. If you want to swim inside you must wear a swim cap which are available to buy."

More cheap accommodation in Espiunca

Casa Matriz Séc. XVI

126 Rua Direita Penafiel

NZ$102

8 Nov - 9 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)

Hotel Comércio

Avenida Dr. Correia Pinto Resende

NZ$106

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (27 reviews)

AS São João da Madeira

Praça Luís Ribeiro 7 Sao Joao da Madeira

NZ$112

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (190 reviews)

Quinta de Anterronde

Rua de Parada Arouca Aveiro

NZ$113

26 Oct - 27 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hostel da Praça

Praça Republica, 6 Santa Maria da Feira

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Quinta De Guimaraes

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Espiunca?

The best area to stay in Espiunca is right in the village centre, particularly near the Paiva River and the start of the Paiva Walkways.This area is the heart of Espiunca, offering direct access to the main attractions. You'll find a cluster of guesthouses, local restaurants, and cafes along the riverfront, making it very convenient for exploring. The village itself is small and easily navigated on foot, with the main road, Rua Central, running through its core.For couples seeking an active and scenic getaway, staying in the village centre is ideal. You'll be just steps away from the entrance to the Paiva Walkways, a stunning 8km boardwalk trail along the river through dramatic landscapes. After a day of hiking, you can enjoy a meal at a local restaurant overlooking the river or relax at your accommodation.Travellers looking for a tranquil base to explore the region will also appreciate staying here.

When is the best time to go to Espiunca?

The best time to visit Espiunca is during the spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) months for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.During these periods, the temperatures are comfortable for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring the Paiva Walkways, which is a major draw for the area. You'll find the natural landscapes at their most appealing, with lush greenery in spring and the changing colours of autumn. The rivers are also at a good level for water sports if that's something you're interested in.For those looking for a quieter experience, avoiding the peak summer months of July and August is advisable. While summer offers warm weather superb for swimming in the river beaches, it also brings more visitors, particularly locals on holiday.

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Our top choices for Espiunca hotels

1. Hotel Rural Quinta de Novais

2. Hotel Sao Pedro – Arouca

3. Quinta de Santo António - Country House & Villas

4. Hotel Rural da Freita

5. MS Collection Arouca Mosteiro de Arouca

6. Hotel Porto Antigo

7. Dajas Douro Valley – New opening

8. Central Suites Arouca

9. Quinta de Anterronde

10. Octant Douro

11. Portovella

12. Villa Tavares Guest Houses

13. Palace Hotel & Spa Termas de São Vicente

14. Moinhos do Paiva

15. Quinta Casal da Silva 1951

16. Hotel Rural Quinta das Quintães

17. Douro Marina Hotel & SPA

18. Casa Valxisto Country House

19. Lavandeira Douro Nature & Wellness

20. Arrabia GUEST HOUSES GLAMPING

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Top Espiunca Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Espiunca

Hotel dos Loios

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Meliá São João Da Madeira

Octant Douro

Dajas Douro Valley – New opening

Hotel Porto Antigo

Paredes Hotel Apartamento

TURIM Santa Maria da Feira Hotel

Douro Palace Hotel Resort and Spa

More cheap accommodation in Espiunca

Casa Matriz Séc. XVI

Hotel Comércio

AS São João da Madeira

Quinta de Anterronde

Hostel da Praça

Quinta De Guimaraes

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