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Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Pousada in Vila Vicosa with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
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Exterior
Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Lunch and dinner served, Portuguese cuisine
Garden
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included

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Convento das Chagas - Terreiro do Paco, Vila Vicosa, 7160-251
  • Place, Castelo de Vila Vicosa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa
  • Place, Quinta do Carmo
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Room options

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Family Room | Balcony

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Triple)

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special, 2Ad+1Chd)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special, 2Ad+2Chd)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special, 3Ad+1Chd)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special, Triple)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Vila Vicosa

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel places you next to Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa and within a 10-minute walk of Castelo de Vila Vicosa. This 39-room, 4-star pousada has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Marble Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Castelo de Vila Vicosa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Estremoz Handicraft - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Quinta do Carmo - 18 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Monsaraz River Beach - 57 min drive - 37.4 miles

Getting around

  • Elvas Station - 30 min drive
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craft Bbs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante "O Viajante - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Adega dos Ramalhos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jardim Do Castelo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Os Gémeos - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel

Pousada in Vila Vicosa with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Minibars, safes, and desks are also available.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • D. Carlos

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3,767 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 16 to March 31:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 4231

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pousada Vila Viçosa D. João IV
Pousada Vila Viçosa D. João IV Hotel
Pousada Vila Viçosa D. João IV Hotel Vila Vicosa
Pousada Vila Viçosa D. João IV Vila Vicosa
Pousada Convento Vila Viçosa Historic Hotel Vila Vicosa
Pousada Convento Vila Viçosa Historic Hotel
Pousada Convento Vila Viçosa Historic Vila Vicosa
Pousada Convento Vila Viçosa Historic
Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel Vila Vicosa

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

This pousada in Vila Vicosa is within a 10-minute walk of Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa and Castelo de Vila Vicosa. You'll also find Quinta do Carmo and Estremoz Handicraft nearby.

Is there parking available at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the pousada.

Does Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

No, this pousada doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this pousada, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this pousada.

Does Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at D. Carlos each morning.

Will Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night.

Does Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this pousada has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel.

Reviews

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel historique extraordinaire

Cet hôtel est un ancien couvent de nonnes datant de plusieurs siècles. Site extraordinaire. Au centre de la ville
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sosthenes, Ann Arbor

Traveled with partner
Wi fi in the guest rooms was sporadic. Insect by the toaster at the breakfast bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Property was very beautiful. Service was not very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lai Yee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building of the hotel is very special and unique, we really love it. Staff are very friendly, room is very clean, the breakfast is great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not your typical 3/4 star Hotel but it will be one of the most unique hotels you will stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting in restored old convent. Excellent staff and service - really unique experience - right next door to ducal palace!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk service was excellent. Breakfast buffet was very good. Slightly hard to communicate with staff in restaurant, but all was clean and efficient. Restaurant was closed for dinner, which was a bit inconvenient, but the rest the front desk recommended had excellent food, and it was within a very short walking distance. So in the end we were extremely happy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pousada is a beautifully restored convent, the grounds and the pool are well taken care of, and the staff was friendly and helpful. An absolutely lovely place to stay. Very walkable to the town of Vila Viçosa with its shops and restaurant. It far exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very average hotel, the convent has a lot of history but it lacks personality. Terrible mattress and pillows , dirty water came from the taps, and a very simple bkfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Duarte

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place. We had trouble getting to our room as no one at reception. Then the key didn’t work. It’s like staying in a different century but with very very good beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel looks very tired, and needs investment, and the garden is not well looked after. The mattresses were rock hard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique experience! Our walk to our room was like being transported into the time when the convent was inhabited. You really got the authenticity of the place 500 years ago. So cool and the room was clean and comfortable. Would recommend highly. The town of Vila Vicosa is also a must see.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

joanna

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All staff helpful and friendly. Lovely hotel we enjoyed our stay, restaurant a bit overpriced but reasonable food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location next to the palace with onsite parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

priyabrata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

MY 82 BIRTHDAY

RECEPTION was good.She is a fine lady. But after checking she said follow me I will show you the direction.She was long way from us.No help with our luggage.That beautiful marble stair with 10 steps near the reception was a bit difficult for us. One hand holding a small suitcase and the other hand holding the beautiful marble banister was not eassy. Don´t forget I am 82 years and my wife is 78 years old. The room was good but with a tiny window.Very good bed and linens,.I always have a double bed but they gave me two single beds.I was very unhappy. Called Hotels.com and they did not helped. Very disappointed. This is my 2nd time there.They have made some improvement but not enough.Lot of cost saving going on. There is no face cloth or small towel. no slipper.The floor is made of tiles and marble and it is cold. Similarly no bath robe.Mini bar ie empty.Why ? they donot trust the guest?This is not nice. The bk.fast was good but not fantastic.I generally eat egg,becon ,and bk,beans.But here it was looking disgusting.Never went there again. just took bread ,butteer ,cheese and fruits. Resturent was very good . good dinner. and good wine.Even they made a small cake with one candle for my 82 Birthday. Very nice surprise.Tha staff were very polite and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderfully Historic Yet Every Amenity for 2021!

This is a wonderfully historic hotel with a large swimming pool, amazing gardens, a top quality restaurant, a divine breakfast and mysterious chapels off the restaurant's court yard with centuries old murals. It is next door to the Summer Palace of the Dukes of Braganza - take the tour and understand the history of the pristine little town in the Alentejo.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing building.

Just an amazing historic building. Atmospheric and delightful. Lovely seating areas with the possibility of a real wood burning hearth. We loved every minute of it and were genuinely sad to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dr Richard D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A truly unique experience

A former royal and aristocratic convent adjacent to the Ducal palace which was the home of many Portuguese kings, the Pousada Convento de Vila Vicosa is a destination in itself. Its wide variety of unique rooms that have been carefully renovated and adapted for hotel use stand out among the many dozens of castles, chateaux, monasteries and convents in which my wife and I have stayed over the past four decades. Although due to the complexity of its layout, it is easy to get lost and some of its rooms are multi leveled and might be unsuitable for some, we have always found the staff extremely helpful and willing to do their best to tailor guests’ rooms to their needs and interests to provide a truly memorable experience.
One of the hallways
An interior courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the feeling of the convent, it was quiet at night, breakfast was very nice. Ample parking and in walking distance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An interesting history and a beautiful area. I would love to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019