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Vidago Palace Hotel

Parque de Vidago • Vidago, Chaves, Northern Portugal

★★★★★ 5-Star Historic Thermal Spa & Golf Palace Resort
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Complimentary VIP Privileges

Reserved exclusively for guests booking Vidago Palace Hotel through Vincent Vacations.

  • ✓ Full daily breakfast for up to two guests per room
  • ✓ $100 USD hotel credit per room, per stay (dining & spa)
  • ✓ Commemorative Vidago History notebook
  • ✓ Room category upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)
  • ✓ Early check-in & late check-out priority (subject to availability)
  • ✓ Dedicated Vincent Vacations luxury concierge service
Royal Belle Époque Heritage

A Century of Regal Thermal Splendor & Modern Grandeur

Vidago Palace Hotel is a 5-star historic jewel nestled in the verdant highlands of Northern Portugal, one hour from Porto and just thirty minutes from the celebrated Douro Valley. Commissioned in 1910 by King Carlos I of Portugal to showcase the curative virtues of the region’s mineral waters, this proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World harmoniously marries aristocratic grandeur with refined contemporary luxury.

Surrounded by a 100-hectare centennial woodland park of rare flora and historic thermal pavilions, the palace offers 70 aristocratic bedrooms and suites adorned with De Gournay silk wallpapers, an 18-hole championship golf course redesigned by Cameron & Powell, and a world-renowned Thermal Spa created by Pritzker Prize laureate Álvaro Siza Vieira. Gastronomy reaches noble heights in the grand Salão Nobre Ballroom, where Northern Portuguese heritage recipes are reimagined with sophisticated artistry.

  • • 70 Aristocratic Rooms & Suites
  • • 18-Hole Cameron & Powell Golf
  • • Álvaro Siza Vieira Thermal Spa
  • • Salão Nobre Gilded Fine Dining
  • • 100-Hectare Centennial Botanical Park
  • • Member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Vidago Palace Hotel Historic Belle Époque Pink Facade
Visual Experience

The Palace Grounds & Sanctuaries

Immerse yourself in the double grand staircase, crystal-lit ballrooms, outdoor woodland pools, and serene thermal waters of Vidago Palace Hotel.

Historic Palace Facade
Historic Belle Époque Palace Facade & Gardens
Double Grand Staircase
Royal Carved Double Grand Staircase
Salão Nobre Ballroom Restaurant
Salão Nobre Gilded Ballroom Restaurant
Outdoor Pool & Centennial Park
Outdoor Pool Framed by Centennial Pines
Álvaro Siza Vieira Thermal Spa
Álvaro Siza Vieira Thermal Hydrotherapy Spa
Grand Suite Living Salon
Palatial Grand Suite with De Gournay Silks
Accommodations

Regal Rooms & Palatial Suites

Aristocratic sanctuaries combining high ceilings, De Gournay silk wallpapers, marble soaking tubs, and serene woodland vistas.

Vidago Palace Classic Room 270 Sq Ft

Classic Room

1 Double or 2 Twins • 2 Guests • Park or Mountain Views

Distributed gracefully across four palace floors, Classic rooms offer an intimate atmosphere of warm comfort. Features natural-light marble bathrooms with bathtub or shower and views over the century-old botanical park.

Amenities: Natural Light Bath, Park/Mountain Views, High Ceilings, Nespresso, Plush Bathrobes, Wi-Fi
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Vidago Palace Superior Room 380 Sq Ft

Superior Room

1 King or 2 Twins • 3 Guests • Mountain Panoramas

Spacious 325 to 430 sq ft retreat featuring king bedding and sweeping mountain views. Select ground-floor accommodations include private sun terraces with sun loungers opening directly to the historic grounds.

Amenities: King Size Bed, Private Terrace Options, Deep Soaking Tub, Natural Light Bath, Workspace
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Vidago Palace Privilege Room 450 Sq Ft

Privilege Room

1 King or 2 Twins • 3 Guests • Botanical Park Vistas

Expansive rooms bathed in abundant daylight through tall palace windows, or offering secluded ground-floor terraces. Bathrooms feature separate soaking bathtubs and walk-in rain showers for complete relaxation.

Amenities: Separate Bathtub & Rain Shower, Tall Palace Windows, Botanical Views, Terrace Options
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Vidago Palace Junior Suite 500 Sq Ft

Junior Suite

1 King Bed + Living Room • 3 Guests • Dual-Front Panoramas

Spanning 485 to 515 sq ft with dual architectural facades framing both the centennial park and surrounding mountains. Highlights include a separate living salon, opulent furnishings, and an oversized en-suite bathroom.

Amenities: Separate Living Salon, Dual-Front Views, Deep Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower, Designer Toiletries
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Vidago Palace Grand Suite 860 Sq Ft

Palace Grand Suite

1 King Bed + Living Salon • 4 Guests • De Gournay Silk Walls

The pinnacle of royal opulence, situated in the heart of the palace (only one per floor). Adorned with bespoke hand-painted De Gournay silk wallpaper and antique furnishings, partitioned into four distinct sections: master bedroom, separate living room, executive office, and walk-in closet.

Amenities: 860 Sq Ft, De Gournay Silks, 4 Dedicated Sections, Executive Office, Walk-In Dressing Room, VIP Butler
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Gastronomy & Cellars

Aristocratic Culinary Grandeur

From fine dining under gilded ballroom ceilings to subterranean Douro wine tastings and modernist golf clubhouse fare.

Salão Nobre Ballroom Restaurant

Salão Nobre Ballroom

Haute Northern Portuguese Gastronomy • Fine Dining

Dine beneath ornate gilded ceilings and Venetian crystal chandeliers. Acclaimed chefs deconstruct and reinterpret classical Northern Portuguese recipes, highlighting regional terroir, game, and Atlantic catches.

Hours: Dinner Daily 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Ambience: Gilded Royal Ballroom • Haute Gastronomy
The Wine Cellar Adega

The Wine Cellar (Adega)

Regional Petiscos, Spanish Tapas • Douro Vintages

An intimate, brick-vaulted wine haven promoting curated tastings of exceptional Portuguese and international vintages. Pair celebrated Douro reds and vintage Ports with regional cheeses and gourmet tapas.

Hours: Tue – Sat 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Ambience: Historic Vaulted Cellar • Sommelier Tastings
Winter Garden Jardim de Inverno

Winter Garden

Glass-Domed Breakfast Salon • Artisan Pastries

Bathed in morning sunlight beneath a soaring glass skylight, the Winter Garden invites guests to savor artisan Portuguese pastéis, fresh orchard fruits, and cooked-to-order specialties in a serene conservatory setting.

Hours: Breakfast Daily 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Ambience: Luminous Glass Skylight Conservatory
Club House Restaurant

Club House Restaurant

Modern Clubhouse Fare • 19th-Hole Terrace

Designed by celebrated architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, the Club House is an informal venue offering craft beers, gourmet sandwiches, and fresh salads on a sunlit terrace overlooking the championship 18th hole.

Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ambience: Contemporary Siza Architecture • Fairway Views
Four Seasons Salon

Four Seasons Salon

18th-Century Literary Salon • Afternoon High Tea

Evoking the refined spirit of an 18th-century intellectual salon, serving traditional 5 o’clock afternoon tea, single malt whiskies, and handcrafted cocktails in an atmosphere of quiet royal sophistication.

Hours: Daily 11:00 AM – Midnight (Tea: 4:00 – 6:30 PM)
Ambience: Literary Grandeur • Afternoon Tea & Cocktails
Pool Bar

Pool Bar

Woodland Poolside Bites • Chilled Vinho Verde

Situated alongside the outdoor pool in the peaceful centennial park. Sip chilled Vinho Verde, fruit smoothies, and light summer dishes while lounging under the century-old pine and cedar canopies.

Hours: May – September, Daily 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Ambience: Al Fresco Centennial Woodland Calm
Frequently Asked Questions

Planning Your Stay

Essential information regarding location, thermal spring wellness, championship golf, and Vincent Vacations VIP amenities.

Where is Vidago Palace Hotel located and how do I get there?
Vidago Palace Hotel is located in Vidago near Chaves in Northern Portugal, approximately one hour northeast of Porto and Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), and just 30 minutes from the world-famous UNESCO Douro Valley wine region. Private limousine transfers can be arranged seamlessly through Vincent Vacations.
What is the history behind Vidago Palace Hotel?
Inaugurated in 1910 under the patronage of King Carlos I of Portugal, Vidago Palace was created as Europe’s premier Belle Époque thermal spa retreat. Today, as a distinguished member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it stands meticulously restored, blending aristocratic heritage, hand-carved woodwork, and crystal chandeliers with modern luxury.
What wellness and thermal treatments are featured at the spa?
The Vidago Palace Thermal Spa, designed by world-renowned architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, utilizes the legendary natural effervescent Vidago mineral spring waters. It features indoor vitality pools, Turkish baths, saunas, and individualized hydrotherapy, balneotherapy, and rejuvenating wellness rituals.
What golf facilities are available at Vidago Palace?
The resort features an acclaimed 18-hole championship golf course originally designed by Mackenzie Ross and redesigned by Cameron & Powell. The course meanders through century-old centennial park trees with elevated tees, pristine greens, and a modern clubhouse designed by Álvaro Siza Vieira.
What exclusive Signature Travel Network perks are provided by Vincent Vacations?
When booking Vidago Palace Hotel with Vincent Vacations, guests receive daily full breakfast for two, a $100 USD hotel credit per stay, a complimentary commemorative Vidago History notebook, room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), and early check-in and late check-out privileges.

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