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Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall with a decorative fresco.
A courtyard with a tree, a fountain, and a building with arches and columns.
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A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a bar area with a liquor cabinet, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A dining area with ornate wooden chairs, tables set with white tablecloths, and a large painting above the tables depicting a historical scene.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Convento das Chagas - Terreiro do Paco, Vila Vicosa, 7160-251
  • Place, Marble Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Castelo de Vila Vicosa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Évora Cathedral
    ‪53 min drive‬
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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a bench.

Family Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a small table, and a chair.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Superior Double or Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a chair and a sofa, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite

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

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Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a chair and a sofa, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite (Triple)

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

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Suite (Special)

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

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Suite (Special, 2Ad+1Chd)

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

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Suite (Special, 2Ad+2Chd)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Suite (Special, 3Ad+1Chd)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Suite (Special, Triple)

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

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4

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 Marble Museum. This 39-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Marble Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Castelo de Vila Vicosa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Centre of Évora - 51 min drive - 43.5 miles
  • Évora Cathedral - 53 min drive - 43.9 miles
  • Praca do Giraldo - 54 min drive - 44.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jardim Do Castelo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante A Bolota - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪O Espalha Brasas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Adega dos Ramalhos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Casa Azul - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel

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.

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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.
  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel on Sep 14, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Located steps from Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa, this hotel is in Vila Vicosa, and within a 10-minute walk of Castelo de Vila Vicosa and Marble Museum. You'll also find Santuario Da Padroeira De Portugal and Quinta do Carmo nearby.

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 hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

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.

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 195 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s our third time in this pousada and Sandra always make a huge difference, a service with a smile.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lai Yee

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sosthenes

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

8/10 Good

Brian

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marcus

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal y una gran habitación con balcon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

VICENTE

Sim
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

valquiria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótima localização, equipe muito gentil, ótimo pequeno-almoço, quartos amplos e confortáveis.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pascal

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

Découverte de vila viçosa

Pousada très agréable . Personnelle très sympathique et efficace . Très bien placé pour découvrir cette jolie petite ville . Une mention spéciale aussi bien pour le musée du marbre que pour le musée de la pharmacie , celui ci est exceptionnel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excelente

Todo estupendo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un sitio encantador!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

isabel maria

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

Quarto mais silencioso

Hotel muito agradável para relaxar com uma boa leitura num dos sofás aconchegantes das várias salas após um passeio pelo jardim com suas belas sombras. Limpeza dos quartos mas com muito barulho vindo da rua no uarto virado para tal. A cama do meu quarto era pouco confortável mas WC com ótima disposição. Nada como começar o dia na vila alentejana do que um PA variado com produtos regionais
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poussada qui est une reconversion d'un ancien couvent. Architecture et décor exceptionnel. Petit déjeuner excellent. Personnel courtois. Situé dans une vielle ville ou plusieurs restaurants sont accessibles à quelques minutes de marche. Restaurant de l'hôtel (qui serait excellent) fermé durant la semaine lors de notre séjour. Seul bémol, l'entretien des grands jardins et de la piscine laissait à désirer - mais saison touristique qui débutait (début mai). Recommandons tout de même!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pedro

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

Muito aprazível e excelentemente localizado

A localização desta Pousada é excepcional, mesmo adjacente ao imponente Paço Ducal. O quarto era amplo, confortável e bem aquecido. Toda a pousada, resultante da transformação de um antigo convento, é muito agradável, com espaços muito bonitos. O serviço foi muito simpático, apenas um pouco lento no que tocou ao jantar. No conjunto, ficámos muito satisfeitos com a nossa estadia,.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Monica

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

Ótima hospedagem em hotel histórico

O hotel é um antigo convento lindo e fica próximo ao centro histórico (dá para ir a pé). É uma delicia passear pelo antigo claustro e apreciar as belezas históricas do hotel, muito bem conservadas. O estacionamento é grátis e nas dependências do hotel mas eles não se responsabilizam e fica aberto o tempo todo. Os quartos são de bom tamanho e confortáveis. O banheiro também é de bom tamanho. O café da manhã é muito bom. Achei que o preço da estadia vale super a pena. Só achei meio chato que chegamos umas 2 horas antes do horário do checkin e a pessoa da recepção disse que só poderia entrar no quarto no horário do checkin. Depois de dizer que sou Gold na Hoteis.com foi que me liberaram o quarto. Ou seja, o quarto já estava disponível.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

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

Adoramos a experiência

Lindo hotel, quarto muito confortável, limpo. Atendente nos esperou até tarde da noite. Todos funcionários muito gentis, café da manhã excelente. O único detalhe é que tem umas tábuas no corredor do quarto que faziam barulho. Mas indico muito a estadia!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022