VIDAGO PALACE HOTEL

This Hotel is absolutely fabulous. The attention to detail, the sheer luxury together with very attentive, friendly staff make this one of the best we've ever stayed in. Amazing. The architecture, the interior design are jaw dropping. The amazing staircase is just stunning. However the dinner/halfBoard menu could be improved. Choice is very limited. The entrance to the spa is very clinical and adding some greenery, softening the lighting and playing music more relevant to the treatments would improve the ambiance greatly. However the treatments are very professionally undertaken

I loved this hotel. If I could afford it I would have a 1920s party in here. The stairway is apparently replicate of the Titanic, need I say more. It is a bit old fashion in places but the rooms are comfortable and the dinning room from another era. Food was very good and the wine choices plenty. There was a spa with different temperature mineral hot water but due to an emergency we did not really manage to visit the spa. I am definitely going back.

From the moment you arrive, they are silently caring for you. As they greet you at the car and whisk your luggage to your room, they have secretly radioed the reception desk of your arrival. The rooms are spotless, recently redecorated, nice spa, large pools, relaxing bar, excellent food, etc.

After an extensive refurbishment the hotel is in a league of its own. Owned by a large beer and water company it is very individual. The bedrooms and bathrooms were most comfortable and well designed. Breakfast was extensive and the ambiance of the hotel was most calming

We have stayed in fabulous hotels around the world but this is the best by far. We were picked up from the airport by uniformed driver Ricardo who informed us of the regions history and vineyards whilst we travelled through beautiful countryside on route to Vidago. Our luggage was taken to our room while we were checked in by pleasant, efficient reception staff, an indicator of what was to come. Free wifi was available throughout the hotel and its grounds.The bedroom was compact but perfectly adequate with ample storage and complimentary wine and bottled water. The bathroom was beautiful with a deep bath, rain shower, Molton Brown toiletries and thick bathrobes and slippers. The decor throughout the hotel was unique and decadent, in keeping with the historic period and with artistic fresh flower arrangements in all public areas. Both dining rooms were charming and the food exquisite. The evening set menu was limited however this did not detract from the creative taste explosion that was wonderfully presented. The hotel spa was fantastic and spotlessly clean with tip top facilities while the outdoor pool area was peace personified. Loungers were comfortable and the tiered surrounding grounds allowed seclusion for guests that preferred their own space. Food and drinks from the poolside bar was very good and I can recommend the excellent cheese board. My husband hired golf clubs and buggy and enjoyed a round of golf and staff couldn't be more helpful and accommodating. The extensive grounds are beautiful and diverse with tennis courts hidden between trees. Whilst some may feel the hotel is remote it is an easy stroll to the sleepy village of Vidago and a short bus ride away from the medieval town of Chaves. Vidago Palace Hotel is the perfect place to relax, chill out and recharge ready to rejoin the rat race.