Six Senses Douro Valley
- SLEEPS: 142
- CAPACITY: 250
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SLEEPS
142
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Six Senses Douro Valley is a luxury hotel and spa set in a beautifully restored 19th-century manor house in Portugal’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley. Set above vine‑carved hillsides with river views, it offers an exceptional destination wedding experience complete with world-class hospitality, culturally rooted dining, and a state-of-the-art spa and wellness facility with sustainability at its core. Part of the wider Six Senses global portfolio of resorts who are renowned for fusing regional heritage with innovative design and a holistic approach to wellness and sustainability. Offered on a partial or exclusive buyout basis, this is an ideal choice for couples envisioning a luxurious, cultural, and wellness focused multi-day destination wedding.
About Six Senses Douro Valley
Six Senses Douro Valley is a restored 19th‑century manor house set within 19 acres of vineyards, gardens, and woodland in Portugal’s UNESCO‑listed wine region. The historic estate was originally converted into a hotel in 2007 and later fully reimagined by the Six Senses brand, whose global portfolio is known for blending local identity with contemporary design, wellbeing, and sustainability. The restoration preserved the manor’s Portuguese character while introducing modern facilities, cutting edge technology, and a philosophy of environmental stewardship.
For destination weddings, the resort provides a complete setting: several restaurants and terraces for dining, a world class spa and wellness centre offering treatments and immersive programs, outdoor and indoor pools, and curated activities on-site and across the valley.
With 71 rooms sleeping up to 142 guests and the grounds accommodating up to 250 for events, it is equally suited for more intimate gatherings and large multi-day weddings. For weddings without full exclusivity, guest numbers are capped at 80 and a minimum of 10 bedrooms must be reserved. Exclusive hire is mandatory for wedding parties of over 80 guests, allowing couples and their guests to treat the estate as their own private retreat for the duration of the celebration.
Ceremonies
Exchange vows in your choice of indoor or outdoor settings to suit your specific vision: landscaped gardens surrounded by vineyards, terraces overlooking the Douro River, or elegant interior salons with high ceilings, historic stonework, and refined contemporary design. The hotel is not licensed for legal marriages, but symbolic ceremonies are warmly welcomed, and religious couples can choose to combine an official service at a nearby church with a personalised celebration on the estate thereafter.
The in-house planning and events team provides detailed support with logistics, supplier coordination, and styling, ensuring that each ceremony feels seamless and individual. Spaces can be configured for intimate gatherings of a few dozen or larger groups, with flexible layouts, contingency options, and weatherproof indoor alternatives.
Receptions & Celebrations
Wedding celebrations at Six Senses Douro Valley are designed to flow naturally across a series of distinctive and versatile spaces, each with its own character and possibilities for couples to curate a multi-day event.
- Poolside Terrace: A relaxed, open-air setting for welcome drinks and canapés, surrounded by river and vineyard views.
- Wine Library & Terrace: An atmospheric space for tastings, aperitifs, and informal gatherings before the main dinner.
- Vale de Abraão Restaurant: Offers three distinct settings; the classic dining room, the interactive open kitchen, and a broad outdoor terrace, suited to elegant seated dinners or more casual shared-style feasts.
- Landscaped Gardens: Ideal for alfresco dinners under festoon lights or marquee receptions, with capacity for larger guest numbers.
- Quinta Bar & Lounge: A stylish indoor space for cocktails, dancing, and late-night celebration, with no curfew restrictions.
Fireworks displays can be arranged as a dramatic finale to the evening. Many couples extend the celebration into the following day with a relaxed brunch, picnic, or barbecue, creating the feel of a full wedding weekend where couples and their guests can enjoy the estate at an unhurried pace.
Accommodation
The estate offers 71 suites with capacity for 142 guests, each designed to blend the region’s natural character with the Six Senses ethos of contemporary comfort. Quinta Rooms and Suites use Portuguese limestone and calming tones for a tranquil retreat. Vineyard Rooms and Suites are located in a secluded wing, many featuring private terraces, outdoor hot tubs, and wine fridges stocked with Douro vintages. Valley Rooms are housed in a converted wine lodge, offering a communal lounge with fireplace and access to terraced gardens, hot tub, and shared pool.
For families or small groups, the 1 and 2 Bedroom Pool Villas provide generous living areas, private kitchens, fireplaces, and heated pools, ideal for hosting pre- or post-wedding gatherings. With sleeping capacity for 142 guests, typically most, if not all, of a wedding party can stay on-site, fostering a true destination wedding atmosphere. For larger groups, the events team can arrange nearby alternatives to ensure guests remain close by.
Exclusive use or not, couples and their guests can make use the resort’s facilities over the stay: leisurely breakfasts in the restaurant or terrace, afternoons by the pools or in the spa, drinks in the Wine Library, or quiet moments in the landscaped gardens. Communal lounges, shaded terraces, and shared dining spaces allow the group to come together at different times of the day, ensuring the property functions not only as accommodation but as a lived-in setting for a multi-day celebration.
Catering
Dining is central to the Six Senses experience, with a philosophy rooted in freshness, seasonality, and a deep respect for the Portuguese gastronomic heritage. Much of the produce is sourced from the estate’s organic gardens or from regional farmers.
Options for the wedding day itself and throughout the stay include refined, market-inspired menus in the Dining Room, relaxed and interactive experiences in the Open Kitchen, and al fresco meals on the terrace. Summer months bring garden barbecues, while the Pool Bar serves lighter options throughout the day.
For weddings, catering can be arranged as formal plated dinners, relaxed shared-style feasts, or creative canapé receptions. The culinary team, led by the Executive Chef, collaborates closely with couples to create menus that reflect their tastes, cultural preferences, and any dietary needs.
Extensive wine and cocktail offerings showcase both renowned and emerging Douro producers, with the sommelier team guiding guests through pairings. For the wedding day, bar service can be tailored to the couple’s preferences: options range from hosted open bars and bespoke cocktail menus to curated wines drawn from the region.
Activities
On site, the Six Senses Spa offers a vast array of treatments, hydrotherapy pools, saunas, cryotherapy, yoga decks, and a signature Alchemy Bar where guests can create their own blends of natural ingredients. Wellness programs, personal training, and group sessions can be incorporated into a wedding itinerary, offering relaxation before or recovery after the celebration. Other activities include wine tastings, cycling through vineyards, padel tennis, tree climbing, and mindful workshops such as tile painting.
Nearby, the Douro Valley offers rich cultural and natural experiences. Guests can embark on boat cruises along the river, visit historic wine estates for tastings and tours, explore medieval villages and castles, or hike in surrounding natural parks. Seasonal experiences such as grape harvesting and stomping add a unique and fun cultural element.
Location
- Proximity: Situated near Lamego in northern Portugal, surrounded by Douro Valley vineyards and landscapes.
- Nearest Airport: Oporto International Airport – approximately 90 minutes (125 km).
- Transfers: Private transfers available on request; local taxis and car hire accessible.
- Parking: Ample on-site parking for guests and vendors.
- Disabled Access: Yes – accessible facilities available, though couples should confirm specific requirements.
- Child-Friendly: Yes – children welcome, with dedicated programs and activities provided.
- Pet-Friendly: Yes – small pets permitted under certain conditions which should be prearranged with the venue.
- Additional Services: Guest Experience Makers (personal concierge), daily housekeeping, laundry, curated wine tastings, sustainability workshops, and tailored wellness programs.
Details
- MIN STAY: 2
- EXCLUSIVITY
- CAPACITY: 250
- SLEEPS: 142
- BEDROOMS: 71
- SAME SEX MARRIAGE
- ON SITE PLANNER
- IN HOUSE CATERING
- LICENSED BAR
- BRIDAL CHANGING ROOM
- FIREWORKS PERMITTED
- WIFI
- PARKING
- DISABLED ACCESS
- CHILD FRIENDLY
- PET FRIENDLY
- POOL
- SPA FACILITIES
- GYM
Wedding Packages & Pricing
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