The Fladgate Partnership · Vila Nova de Gaia · Portugal
The Yeatman
At a glance
| Price band | $$$ |
|---|---|
| From (USD) | $380per night |
| Room count | 109keys |
| Signature room | Superior Suite with Pool View |
| Best for | Port-wine immersion and Douro-view stays |
| Transfer | 30 min from airport |
| Our score | 9.0 / 10 |
| Last verified | 2026-05-10 |
Porto's wine-country flagship across the Douro from Ribeira — Fladgate-owned, decanter-shaped pool over the river, and the city's only 2-Michelin-star kitchen.
What works
- Best view in Porto from every guest room
- 2-Michelin-star kitchen with Portugal's deepest wine list
- Direct access to the Taylor's, Fonseca, and Croft Port lodges
Watch-outs
- Steep walk back uphill from Ribeira at the end of the night
- Caudalie spa is small for the room count
Rooms & rates
| Category | From (USD) | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Room | $380 | Entry category; ask for river side (odd numbers). |
| Superior Suite with Pool View | $620 | The mid-tier most guests book — decanter-pool sightline plus living area. |
| Dick Yeatman Suite | $1,900 | The 240 sqm two-bed signature with private terrace over the Douro. |
Amenities
Rate watch
Cash rate, signature room category, last verified 2026-05-10.
| Season | Months | From (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | Nov–Feb | $380 | — |
| Shoulder | Mar, Oct | $520 | — |
| High | Apr–Sep | $720 | Vintage Port harvest weeks in late September run highest. |
Operational specifics
- Airport transfer
- 30 min by car
- Main station
- 12 min on foot
- Walkability
- Ribeira via Dom Luís bridge upper deck 12 min on foot; São Bento station 18 min; Porto airport (OPO) 30 min by taxi.
Frequently asked
Is the Yeatman walkable to the Port lodges?
Yes — Taylor's, Fonseca, and Croft are within 5 minutes on foot down the Gaia hillside. Plan tastings before lunch; the walk back uphill is steep.
Yeatman or Vintage House Douro?
Yeatman for Porto-base stays with city walkability; Vintage House for the upriver wine country in Pinhão. Pair them across a 4-night trip.
Sources
- The Yeatman — accommodationverified 2026-05-10
- The Yeatman Restaurant — Michelin Guideverified 2026-05-10
Address
Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Best for
Port-wine immersion and Douro-view stays
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