Located approximately one hour away from Porto, the magnificent spaces of the Vidago Palace Hotel afford an ambience of art worship and an atmosphere worthy of kings.
Designed last century, during the reign of King Carlos I, the Vidago Palace Hotel was opened for the first time in 1910.
With distinction, as one of the Leading Hotels of the World, the hundred-year old Palace now provides a luxury service of excellence and comfort.
Inside the hotel, you are invited to enjoy one of the 70 magnificent Rooms & Suites, to savour the gastronomy of the majestic Grand Ballroom and to relax in the modern Thermal Spa, where the mineral water of Vidago – recognised for its exceptional therapeutic qualities – reigns supreme.
In the park, the 18-hole Golf Course is ideal for a few rounds.
Lastly, take a trip through this enchanted universe with a visit to the traditional springs or a bicycle ride along the many trails that provide a fantastic opportunity to observe the local wildlife.
Discover the Vidago Palace Hotel – a hidden palace in the woods.
Unique and exclusive, the Vidago Palace Hotel is the perfect combination of luxury and the natural beauty of a Centenary Park.
Like an enchanted world, the Palace extends an invitation to enjoy unforgettable experiences, in a setting of sophistication and splendour imbued with the charm and romanticism of the Belle Époque.
A place of unique attractions, the Vidago Palace Hotel reopened in 2010 with a mission to offer guests an authentic journey back in time.
Its magical setting and architectural heritage have made it a living legend!
A modern spa, golf course and top-flight restaurant complete an offering of excellence, making the hotel an undeniable point of reference. Discover this ‘world apart’, where you will find the poetry and magic of a truly special experience.
At the Vidago Palace Hotel each room is individual: the cult of detail is taken very seriously!
With unsurpassable comfort, every element leads us back to an atmosphere of days gone by, when elegance and sophistication were of the essence.
The Vidago Palace Hotel offers rooms in three categories – Classic, Superior and Privilege.
Each type has features in common, in the context of a perfect stay for a couple or a family.
The rooms of the Vidago Palace Hotel are large and yet cosy, enhanced by features like beautiful Beiriz tapestries, attractive chaises longues, generous bathrooms, most of them with natural light, sophisticated sanitary ware, and detailing in the British style evocative of the Belle Époque.
The views on both sides of the hotel give onto the park, where dozens of species of century-old trees – native and exotic – seem to form a marvellous protective dome.
The Vidago Palace Hotel offers 70 rooms & suites in all. There are 41 Classic rooms available, 16 Superior rooms, 3 Privilege rooms, 6 Junior Suites and 4 Suites.
The nobility of the Vidago Palace Hotel is immediately apparent, permeating every space.
It is evident in its distinctively romantic wooden staircases and its high-ceilinged rooms, its art works in gesso and its huge shutters that open onto views of the park and the century-old trees in the garden.
The Vidago Palace Hotel has four spacious, luxurious, poetic, inspiring, tranquil suites. These spaces are decorated in three different colour schemes: green, grey-brown and navy blue.
Situated on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors of the hotel, on the axis of the central wing, opposite the fountain, they enjoy a superb view.
Inspired by nature, the suites of the Vidago Palace Hotel have on the walls of the double room and the living room/library a De Gournay silk wallpaper with a life-size floral motif, either on the theme of the Orient (in one suite), with branches of Japanese cherry blossom, or on the theme of wisteria (in the other three), with clusters of flowers tumbling from the tops of the walls. The theme of exoticism, characteristic of the art of the 18th century, is present in details that allude to Portugal’s colonial heritage. The décor combines the elegance of antiques – antique dresser, writing desk, side table, oriental style bookcase – with more contemporary furnishings – bedside tables, sofa, coffee table, carpet, etc. – by Italian designers.
A variety of different rugs adorn the dark wooden floors. To the right of the entrance lies a spacious bathroom, and to the left, an ample dressing room. A short corridor leads to a living room with two armchairs, a pedestal table and a big work table.
A set of sliding doors opens on one side to the bedroom, and on the other, to a living room with a leather sofa bed, a bookcase and a coffee table or antique dresser.
There are six magnificent Junior Suites at the Vidago Palace Hotel.
The outstanding features of rooms of this type are the fantastic double bed or twin single beds, the magnificent bathroom with classic bath and shower, and the inviting living room, where you can relax and read a good book.
Six exclusive rooms with two breathtaking aspects to the parkland and the hills that surround the hotel.
With an area of between 39 and 49 m², a cot or extra bed can also be provided for parents travelling with children.
Situated on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors of the hotel, Premium rooms offer an interesting detail: they receive natural light from several windows, framing a perfect view of the hotel’s surroundings.
The attractive living room has a sophisticated chaise longue. The rooms are large and offer a décor that modulates the general concept of classical comfort through a range of different colours and upholsteries, embroidered curtains and thick rugs on wooden floors.
The spacious bathrooms have an ingenious system of inset mirrored cabins, with a shower area on one side and bath on the other. The retro style mosaic flooring is not to be missed either!
The pleasant living area is another reason for opting for a room in this category!
Superior grade rooms are spread across all floors of the hotel, providing a pleasant view to the hills. Extremely comfortable and spacious, they are suitable for two adults and, with an extra bed, one child.
Available with twin or king size beds, they also have bathrooms with a large bath and/or shower.
With lots of natural light, the inviting Classic rooms are spread over the four floors of the hotel and offer fantastic views of the park and the mountains.
Spacious and with contemporary decoration, some are on the ground floor, with direct access to the spa and a view of the hill.
These rooms have a furnished private terrace, screened by wisteria.
Each room is styled in different colours, with two armchairs, to form a pleasant living area.
Classic rooms have spacious bathrooms decorated with rectangular bevelled tiles. In this category you can also opt for two communicating rooms: ideal for families.
Situated on the ground floor, under a structure in wrought iron and glass which gives the feel of a winter garden conservatory, redefines its imposing volume with very fresh colors, a mixture of greenish gray and bluish gray ( Farrow & Ball ), and a contemporary and comfortable decor that make it very cozy. About a black and white plaid marble floor under the 6 columns that are topped by exotic plant foliage organize the space in queues.
Several grayish blue velvet banquettes occupy the center, facing the square tables topped with its red lacquered feet and wrought iron.
Other dark red tone stools row the walls with pads of chart patterns. The breakfast room opens onto the terrace overlooking the hill and to the Spa. Bathed by the light of the day due to its large glass skylight, the Winter Garden Room is perfect for those who wish to stay quietly reading the daily newspapers. Residents can start the day with a buffet of pastries, fresh fruit and delicious hot and cold specialties
Weekdays08.00h - 10.30hWeekends and holidays08.00h - 11.00h
With a professional course divided between Portugal and Switzerland, Chef Vitor Matos started in the culinary arts of the highest gastronomy attending the course of Cooking and Pastry (1992-1995) in Neuchâtel (Switzerland).
In 1995, after finishing the course, he received the first proposal to work in the "Restaurant des Jeunes Rives", but at the end of that year he returned to Portugal. He made his debut as a chef in 1998 at the Estalagem Quinta do Paço in Vila Real, followed by the Hotel da Curia, Grande Hotel das Caldas da Felgueira, Vidago Palace Hotel Golf & Spa, Quinta do Pendão, Tiara Park Atlantic Hotel and Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux.
Throughout his almost 20 year career, Vitor Matos was sworn in several contests and guest speaker at various congresses and seminars. He won several awards, including Chef Cook of the Year 2003 (Editions of Taste), Chef of the Year 2013 (WINE Magazine Awards), Best Cook of Portugal (Arctic Gastro Awards) "2011 Chefs de l'Avenir" (Académie International de Gastronomie, Paris).
In his last project he had several distinctions as leader of the kitchen of Largo do Paço, among which stand out 2 Sois in the Repsol Guide, 1 star in the Michelin Guide, "Garfo D'Ouro" of Boa cama Boa Mesa from Expresso Guide, Certificate of Excellence 2014, by TripAdvisor, and the title of Best Restaurant in Europe, by The European 50 Best.com Guide.
Chef Vitor Matos excels in the use of genuine and fresh products of the seasom and region, enhancing his taste buds. The chef's cuisine has Mediterranean influences and presents itself as a mix between tradition and new gastronomic tendencies. He is also chef at the Antiqvvm restaurant, in the old port solar manor.
Today, Vitor Matos is the new Chef and gastronomic consultant at Vidago Palace, where he wings his imagination and technique, products and emotions are present in his creations, and his main objective is to provide a unique and unforgettable gastronomic experience. The Portuguese cuisine revisited is in its essence.
Located at the tip of the palace´s North wing under high ceilings, the Four Seasons room receives natural light in abundance during all the seasons thanks to its triple sun exposure.
Designed in the style of a literary salon of the eighteenth century, has a setting that fosters conversations and other daily life rituals of an art of living. Two large wool rugs in shades of burgundy, made to measure, symmetrically cover the course wood plank floor.
Capitoné velvet armchairs, sofas, bergèrés chairs, curved sofas and a circular leather bench, some rooster stand tables, and plenty of soft cushions make up an eclectic furnishings set and form various seating areas.
The walls are lined with copper-coated silk paper (Gournay). The French windows that open onto the terraces are lined with stone color silks. Several painted silk Fortuny chandeliers continue the luminaires theme for the Bar.
11.00h - 00.00h
Saturdays & Sundays (October to April)16.00h - 18.30h
The Vidago Palace Hotel Pool Bar Menu offers an unforgettable combination of traditional flavours in harmony with the region’s products of choice.
The aim is to add a large measure of fun to the flavours of carefully prepared meals, appetites sharpened by the pure air of the Park, with the magical sounds of Nature in the background. In the evening, let the starry sky light your meal and lend its glamour to the heady ambience of your surroundings!
From pasta dishes to salads, by way of the chef’s selection of hot and cold sandwiches, the Vidago Palace Hotel Pool Bar aims to provide a relaxing and truly special experience.
In high season, various themed dinners are prepared in the Vidago Palace Hotel Pool Bar, to add to the relaxed, informal, party atmosphere.
May - September10.30h - 19.00h
May - September11.00h - 19.00h
The Vidago Palace Hotel Club House Bar and Restaurant occupies a unique space. Designed to be simultaneously spacious and welcoming, it offers a calm, serene ambience.
During the winter months the crackle of the fireplace invites you to unwind, while in summer many people take advantage of the outdoor section to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the park.
At any time of year, a drink in the Club House or an informal meal among friends is the ideal way to end your round of golf!
RELAXATION WITH A LIGHT TOUCH!
The old stone building, which dates from 1886 and was formerly used for bottling Vidago water, is now the Vidago Palace Hotel Club House.
From the drawing board of the architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, it boasts a futuristic internal décor: spacious and white, with some 440 m2 of straight lines.
Illuminated by a central, rectangular skylight, the Vidago Palace Hotel Club House has a restaurant, a bar, a shop and cloakrooms.
The restaurant area has glass wall, through which diners can view the bustling kitchen. Contemporary wooden furniture – chairs, tables, sideboards and tall, narrow counters - is arranged across the whole surface to form various groups of tables. The roof structure, painted white, punctuates the space with columns.
There are 3 metres of headroom beneath the ceiling and 4.6 metres beneath the skylight. With two fantastic stone terraces, a living area and wireless internet, the Vidago Palace Hotel Club House Bar and Restaurant is a welcoming place for players and non-players alike. Situated outside the main building of the Vidago Palace Hotel, the Club House Bar and Restaurant is an informal place to have something to eat or drink or simply to take a break between rounds of golf.
MENUS AND DRINKS
The menu of the Vidago Palace Hotel Club House Bar and Restaurant includes international favourites like Caesar salad, steaks and sandwiches, alongside a number of local dishes. Come and try them!
HERE, HISTORY REINVENTS ITSELF EVERY DAY
The Vidago Palace Hotel likes to receive guests well! And well means with elegance, sophistication, comfort, hospitality and excellent service.
These values are at their most evident in the Grand Ballroom Restaurant.
Imposing in scale, it is one of the most important apartments of the Vidago Palace Hotel.
The ballroom, the biggest in existence at the time, has always been the scene for luxurious parties.
With a majestic setting that is a listed monument, the Grand Ballroom gourmet restaurant is situated on the ground floor of the Vidago Palace Hotel, offering access to the garden of the main façade. A huge, hand-made, woollen Beiriz carpet frames the floor.
The carpet’s design depicts large-format tiles with floral motifs in pink, cream and brown hues. Sofas and chairs form a series of small islands around the square tables of the restaurant to create intimate spaces, separated by tall plants.
TRADITIONAL CUISINE IN AN AMBIENCE OF LUXURY
On one side of the Vidago Palace Hotel’s Grand Ballroom restaurant you can appreciate two large niches hung with golden wallpaper depicting stylised birds and vegetation in watercolour that illuminate the ballroom with sunlight.
Curtains of damask silk, in a blue-grey shade with coppery tints, adorn the windows of the Vidago Palace Hotel restaurant. An internal veranda frames this enormous ballroom as far as a large mezzanine with coffered ceiling and carved gilded beams.
In the evening, the original chandeliers of bronze and crystal light the whole of the hotel’s restaurant. The grandiose proportions and gilded panels of the Vidago Palace Hotel’s Grand Ballroom create an enchanting atmosphere and make it just the place to enjoy a pleasant meal! Using local products, a refined cuisine from the Salão Nobre presents the traditional dishes of Northern Portugal that have been deconstructed and reinterpreted to offer a sophisticated taste of the region's best menu.
Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays12.30h - 15.00h
19.30h - 22.30h
Casual / Elegant recommended
In an area where the wine tests that compose the wine cellar of the Hotel are promoted, with a great variety of national and international wines.
When products are good and genuine, one can not wish for more. Signed by Chef Vitor Matos, the appetizers menu is irresistibly delicious.
18.30h - 23.00h
The beauty treatments offered at the Vidago Palace Spa are innovative and use the latest techniques to provide you with solutions that are perfect for you.
The Vidago Palace Spa has created a series of Spa activities exclusively for young people and children.
The Vidago Palace Hotel Spa is a place of sophisticated elegance and glamour set amid 100 hectares of scented pine and cedar, interspersed with rosemary and lavender across the whole park.
Based on international techniques, cultures and influences, the wellness treatments of the Vidago Palace Spa are effective and tailored to you.
Castle of Chaves is a medieval castle situated in the civil parish of Santa Maria Maior. It is classified as a National Monument.
The Vidago Palace Hotel’s commitment to its customers is always to exceed their expectations.
The Vidago Palace Hotel golf course offers a variety of services to enhance and complement the playing experience.
The Vidago Palace Hotel Congress Center has seven meeting rooms, with areas ranging from 34 to 90 m².
Trajan's Bridge is a Roman bridge in the civil parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the municipality of Chaves in the Portuguese central subregion of Alto Trás-os-Montes.
For those traveling with children, an extra bed or cot can be placed in rooms Deluxe, & Privilege Suites and Junior Suites on request. Families can also choose to stay in superior rooms.
For parents traveling with more than two children, above 2 years of age, should do it for interconnection. To book interconnecting rooms, please contact the hotel directly because these rooms cannot be specifically reserved online. Cots are also available and / or extra bed.
Vidago Palace also provides a specialized babysitting service on request and a children's menu in the restaurants of the hotel. Younger guests can enjoy a variety of unique activities including craft workshops, balloon modeling, sports activities and movies.
The indoor pool is free access to children under 16 when accompanied by an adult from 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m..
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