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The Yeatman Hotel

 Posted on August 10, 2013      by Anna
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This is the fifth post in our Summer in Portugal series, where we show you the very best of Porto and its surrounding areas.
If you missed the other posts, please follow these links: São João, Hotel Dom Henrique, Hotel Infante Sagres, and Tupan Tours.

The Yeatman

The Yeatman is one of Porto’s five star hotels. Situated on the banks of Gaia, it overlooks the spectacular view that is the World Heritage Center of Porto.

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Porto is world renowned for its wine, and has been home to wine shippers and their families for over three centuries. Inspired by their surroundings, The Yeatman have developed strong ties with their neighbours and partners with this tradition in its luxury package, allowing their guests the opportunity to purchase on the grounds the finest wines Porto has to offer.

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The highly stocked wine cellars of the Yeatman sports wines from across the globe, ensuring that it is any wine lovers number one destination.  Their wine cellar is open every afternoon for guided tours.

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These wines can be enjoyed on their vast terrace which allows you to sit in comfort whist gazing across Porto.

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Each floor of the Yeatman is themed.  As you walk around this grand hotel you are entertained by paintings, photographs, and exhibitions of local artists.

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Enjoying The Yeatman outdoors

Much has been written about the infinity pool as it is listed in the top 12 in the world. It is shaped in the form of a decanter which is in keeping with the theme of the entire hotel. It overlooks the iconic panoramic view of the River Douro and city of Porto.

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Back inside

Not to worry if it’s not so nice outside, there is an indoor pool as well:

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If you are after a spa holiday then look no further, you have come to the right place!

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The staircase leading down to the spa rooms are designed as a wine barrel.

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The spa offers treatments that are unique to the hotel. Vinotherapists are available to lavish treatments on you whilst you are surrounded by the calming environment of their spa.

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Should you wish to just relax with a good book, the luxurious library is also at your service

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Most times when seeing photos in a brochure you may be disappointed when you actually visit the location. We guarantee that The Yeatman is certainly an exception to the rule: once there you will instantly see that this hotel certainly has the whole package.

 

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