The Yeatman Portugal
The Yeatman
Rua do Choupelo, 345 | 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
Porto, Portugal
www.theyeatman.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Shareholders
Privately Owned (The Fladgate Partnership)
Date of creation
September 2010
Hotel General Manager
Jan-Erik Ringertz was born in Sweden and moved to Portugal in the 1990’s. Jan’s formal academic training was undertaken in Sweden, in Management, from where he went on to specialize in Hotel Management in the United States at Cornell University. Subsequently, Jan completed an MBA in Tourism in 2011 in Madeira.
Jan has about 30 years’ experience working in hotels in Portugal where he gained significant experience in the luxury tourism sector in Madeira, where he ran the five star hotel The Cliff Bay, and prior to that the Estalagem Casa Velha do Palheiro, as well as 6 hotels belonging to the Pestana group.
HOTEL NAME
History & Story
The Yeatman is located in the historic heart of Vila Nova de Gaia next to the ancient ‘lodges’ where Port houses have aged their wines for over three centuries.
Many of the oldest Port firms were founded by British merchant families and are owned by their successors to this day.
The Yeatman’s, who entered the Port trade in 1838, were among the most distinguished and enterprising of the Port families. Their descendants maintain this tradition as owners of three of the most famous Port companies.
In 2006 the opportunity arose for another high profile project, a landmark luxury hotel in a stunning location overlooking the historic centre of Oporto. Named The Yeatman, in celebration of the family’s historic link with the city, it draws on its owners’ expertise in both fine wine production and luxury hotel management to become one of the world’s leading wine hotels.
Opened since August 2010, it became Porto’s address of choice, the hotel which defines the city.
Date added extensions
May 2018 – Additional 26 Rooms & Suites
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Panoramic views over Porto and the Douro River ; « The Restaurant » by Chef Ricardo Costa with 2 Michelin Stars; Award-Winning Vinothérapie SPA by Caudalie.
Location
The Yeatman is located in the historic heart of Vila Nova de Gaia next to the ancient ‘lodges’ where Port houses have aged their wines for over three centuries.
Key sites/activities in the area
Have a coffee at the Majestic café (over 90 years old) ; Attend a concert at the « Casa da Música”; Go on a guided tour of a Port wine Lodge; Take a cruise along the Douro River; Enjoy the sunset from a beach side esplanade; Try a « Francesinha”; Visit the Serralves Museum; Have a late night drink in the « Galerias de Paris”; Buy a book at the Lello Bookshop (opened in 1906 and cited by The Guardian as ”one of the most beautiful book shops in the world”); Watch a game of football at the Dragão Stadium; Visit the Museum Soares dos Reis
Fun Facts
There is an olive tree at The Yeatman that is over 1350 years old. The biggest cork in the World is at The Yeatman.
Children’s Corner
Families with young children are assured of a warm and memorable welcome at The Yeatman, because playing is essential.
The Yeatman has an enclosed dedicated space for children, our Kids Club, so that our younger guests are entertained while the parents relax. Babysitting service is available upon request. The space features a variety of activities, suitable for children between 3 and 16 years.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
- Number of Suites: 20
- Number of Luxury Rooms: 65
- Number of Rooms (Keys): 109
Room Type | Size | Views
- Executive Room | 35 sq m | Porto & Garden
- Superior Room | 40 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- Superior Deluxe Room | 40 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- Suite | 50 sq m | Porto & Garden
- Suite Deluxe | 65 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- Master Suite | 90 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- The Artists Suite | 150 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- The Bacchus Suite | 150 sq m | Porto & Douro River
- Presidential Suite | 170 sq m | Porto & Douro River
Restaurants & Bars
- “The Restaurant” (2* Michelin) – Traditional Portuguese Cuisine with Contemporary Flair
- “The Orangerie” – Gastronomic Experience with A la Carte Dining
- “Dick’s Bar” – Snacks & Light Dishes
Wellness
- Outdoor Infinity Swimming Pool
- Indoor Infinity Swimming Pool
- Well-Being Area (Roman Bath, Hammam, Shower Experience and Sauna)
- Fitness Centre
Corporate & Celebration Events
- 13 Meetings & Events Rooms
- Capacity of up to 350 in Cocktail, 190 in Conference, 130 in Classroom, 180 in Menu and 190 in Cabaret.
Hotel and restaurant Awards
- Two Michelin Stars at ”The Restaurant” by Chef Ricardo Costa
- The World of Fine Wine – Best Wine Lists – “3 Stars” and “Jury Prize”
- Wine Spectator – Best of Award of Excellence
- Best Hotels in the Iberian Peninsula, Condé Nast Traveler Choice Awards
- Best Regional Wine List in Europe 2018, The World of Fine Wine
Number of employees
125