Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas expand into Portugal


Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas expand into Portugal's Douro Valley

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas expand into Portugal's Douro Valley

June 16, 2014: The luxurious Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas is preparing to unveil its first resort in Europe, located in the Portuguese UNESCO World Heritage area of the Douro Valley. The property is touched with the romance of 19th century architecture wedded to contemporary interiors reflecting the inimitable Six Senses style.

The resort covers 19 acres and features 71 guest rooms and suites which range from Valley, Spa and River rooms to spacious suites and villas with one, two and three bedrooms.

An all-day dining restaurant and a specialty restaurant draw upon the abundant fresh produce of the region and from the resort’s own gardens which feature a contemporary take on Portuguese classics. An interactive and instructional Wine Academy presents leading vintages from the area where guests are guided in the varieties and styles by leading Portuguese winemakers from the surrounding valley and the resort’s sommelier.

An expansive Six Senses Spa measures over 24,000 square feet with 10 treatments rooms. The spa has a menu of locally-inspired therapies which include some which are wine based. The spa will also include Six Senses Visiting Practitioner Program which features over 100 of the world’s best wellness healers, practitioners and experts. The group’s popular Yogic Programs are also being added to the menu of services. Spa facilities also include a heated indoor pool with water jets, a heated outdoor pool and bar, and a gym. There are specially designed spa journeys for couples and some purely pampering procedures. A tennis court rounds out the on-site recreation facilities. For added relaxation, guests can retire to the library and peruse a book whist enjoying a fine wine or cocktail.

Six Senses Douro Valley is scheduled to premiere in spring 2015 following an exciting refurbishment by Clodagh Design, a leading design services studio based in New York City. The resort is 20 miles from Vila Real Airport and 88 miles from Oporto International Airport. Helicopter arrivals are catered for at the nearby Quinta Romeneira helipad. Six Senses Douro Valley is the 12th property to join the rapidly expanding Six Senses portfolio.

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