A great choice for a stay in Mesão Frio, Hotel Rural Douro Scala features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or body scrubs. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Tennis
Shopping
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Boat tours nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 2012
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Health club
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Winery on site
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Água Douro Scala
Água Hotels Douro Scala
Água Hotels Douro Scala Mesao Frio
Douro Scala
Hotel Rural Douro Scala Mesao Frio
Rural Douro Scala Mesao Frio
Rural Douro Scala
Hotel Rural Douro Scala Hotel
Hotel Rural Douro Scala Mesão Frio
Hotel Rural Douro Scala Hotel Mesão Frio
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Rural Douro Scala offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rural Douro Scala does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Rural Douro Scala?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Rural Douro Scala?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rural Douro Scala?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rural Douro Scala?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Rural Douro Scala and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Hotel Rural Douro Scala also has a winery, an outdoor pool, and a sauna, as well as a steam room, an arcade, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rural Douro Scala?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Hotel Rural Douro Scala have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Paulo
Paulo, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2023
It’s a very relaxing environment in addition to the spectacular scenery! And the hotel staff are very attentive.
GEORGE
GEORGE, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2023
Love the dinner and breakfast. Room layout is nice too.
YI
YI, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Mar 2022
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
11 Aug 2020
5 star hotel but a 3 star in reality
Expensive for what it offers.. its supposedly a 5 star but in reality its not more than a 3 star..
very small rooms with the shower and bath in the middle of the room.. making the room very dump after taking a shower.. very small tv, the sink is the middle of the room to.. only the toilet is in a cramped space with a door..
very expensive food, the spa was not ON in middle of August.. and prepare your self of a 40mim drive in a road with curve after curve without protection rails and a 150m fall..
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2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2019
Cleaning is not so good to an ***** we expect more
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jun 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2019
Very calm, amazing views and the room and spa were amazing
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
17 May 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2019
Beautiful setting, rooms and spa facilities
This hotel is absolutely beautiful and set in the most amazing valley and vineyard. The Chapel is gorgeous, the rooms are spacious and the pool is a good size. The facilities are great. Transfer to and from Rede Station included, but not from Régua. The restaurant is not very good at all - the vegetarian rice dish was very bland and the food poorly seasoned, but the wine was fantastic. It was also great value.
Suzana
Suzana, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr 2019
Estava tudo como esperava. As instslacoes estao bem cuidadas e o pessoal é atencioso.
Alexandre
Alexandre, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Apr 2019
Entra muita luz pelas janelas do quarto de manhã. Choveu e entrou água para o quarto pela varanda.
O pequeno almoço é bom e o lugar sossegado. Não me parece um hotel para 5 estrelas.
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2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Sep 2018
Best hotel I ever stayed at
5 star hotel with breathtaking views and outstanding service
Richard
Richard, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Aug 2018
Breathtaking!
It was an incredibly beautiful experience... local scenery was breath taking and the repurposed 15th century home made this a very different and unique experience.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
2 Jun 2018
Rui
Rui, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2018
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Jul 2017
Great location, views and nice staff
Fantastic views, very comfortable. A very big hotel so actually feels a little empty!. Facilities good
Stephen
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Apr 2017
True Luxury!
We visited the Douro Scala in March (the off season) and enjoyed excellent, personal service in this breathtaking location. Our spa style room with soaker tub and separate shower, patio overlooking the vineyard, and very comfortable bed felt luxurious - bathrobes were a nice touch, too. Upon arrival we enjoyed our free wecome port overlooking the vineyards and touring the restored 17th century house. The dining room served delicious local cuisine with excellent service and fabulous views of the Douro Valley. The breakfast had everything you could wish for - and mimosas. Staff was always friendly and helpful (and spoke English for us). Highly recommended!
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2016
Fabulous Find!!!
Due to a scheduling error we needed to book a hotel at the last minute. This was a fabulous find. Would definitely stay there again!
Maureen
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2025
André
André, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Super Unterkunft kann man nur weiterempfehlen.
Claudio
Claudio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2024
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2024
La ubicación es única. Un espacio de paz y tranquilidad. El personal muy amable