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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
Garden
Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Lunch and dinner served, Portuguese cuisine
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel welcomes travelers to this picturesque town. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax at the poolside bar, or wander through the peaceful garden. Free WiFi, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff enhance your stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Family Room | Balcony

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Triple)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (Special, Triple)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite (Special, Triple)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Convento das Chagas - Terreiro do Paco, Vila Vicosa, 7160-251

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

Upscale pousada
At Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a garden. The on-site Portuguese cuisine restaurant, D. Carlos, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this pousada include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and a banquet hall
  • A TV in the lobby, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bidets
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number 4231

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 33 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel located?

Situated in Vila Vicosa, this pousada is within a 10-minute walk of Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa and Castelo de Vila Vicosa. Santuario Da Padroeira De Portugal and Estremoz Handicraft are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Pousada Convento de Vila Viçosa - Historic Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excelente

Todo estupendo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

joanna

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

10/10 Excellent

GUSTAVO MARTINEZ

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La única excepción a la mas que favorable crítica del establecimiento es el hecho de que nos "sugirieran" en la recepción el hacer efectivo el precio de la habitación coincidiendo con el chek in. No me pareció en absoluto correcto, aunque abonamos el importe sin hacer mayores comentarios.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

Rui

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

Confortável

Boa estadia.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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