These aren`t my words, but they are just perfect, as no one else could have chosen a better way of putting it, but the creator of this marvel. The minister António Ferro, the founder, is responsible for this description of his chain of magic hotels, which he wanted  to be” both rustic and 100% Portuguese,”and which belong  to the Historic Hotels of Europe. As for Pestana Palácio do Freixo-Pousada &National Monument, it is the little Venetian pallazo of Porto or another reinterpreted Versailles, and at the same time, a famous place that needs to be checked when in Porto, so that you can have an absolutely ravishing and delicious Portuguese setup. Pra frente!

Colored list of Pestana Palácio do Freixo:

• It`s a luxury hotel, belonging to the Leading Hotels of the World, and winner of the Best Boutique Hotel 2015, an award received from the Travel Awards Publituris

• An 18th century palace, a super refined combination of classic and contemporary,

surrounded by enchanting gardens and terraces with spectacular views over the Douro river

• It was built in 1742 by the famous architect Nicolau Nasoni, it was declared a national monument and it is an example of Baroque, Portuguese architecture

• The rooms are extremely elegant, very cozy, with views of the river or the gardens and they are particularly ultra- comfy

• Nasoni Dining&Bar and the Palatinium Restaurant offers real, top culinary experiences, where the Portuguese tradition blends with fantastic contemporary touches.

• As for the bar close to the pier and the pool, it is more than a perfect spot for spending a perfect afternoon or for sipping a cocktail in a fairy décor