Former Monastery Hotels, B&Bs in Portugal

Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Evora

9.1

Excellent

From $175

Former Monastery Hotel

Fascinating for its history, authentic for its charm and only one hour away from Lisbon, the hotel has given new life to a 15th century convent, considered a national monument, where important nobles throughout history helped shape Portugal's destiny.

Dominating the Alentejo plain lies Évora, a city of outstanding beauty, and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is a treasure with much to offer, not only historically and culturally, but also in gastronomy.

Pousada Mosteiro de Guimaraes

Hotel in Guimaraes

9.1

Excellent

From $132

Former Monastery Hotel

The monastery was built in the 12th century by the mother of Portugal's first King, to honour Saint Marinha, the patron saint of women about to give birth, since she went through some difficult pregnancies. Various changes were made to the monastery's architecture and structure through the centuries, resulting in the building having Gothic, Classical, as well as Romanesque elements.

Forte de São Francisco Hotel Chaves

Hotel in Chaves

8.7

Very Good

From $68

Former Monastery Hotel

During the early 16th century, a Franciscan convent was built where the hotel stands today. Since the 17th century was an era of many and intense wars for Portugal, a strong fortification was built around the monastery, resulting in soldiers and monks living together in its premises. The building was turned into a hotel in 1997.

Pousada Mosteiro do Crato

Hotel in Crato

8.7

Very Good

From $139

Former Monastery Hotel

The monastery was built in the 12th century by members of the Order of Hospitallers, later known as the Order of Malta, and was built to assist pilgrims. Later, it was also used by the military before being turned into the building that it is today.

Pousada Castelo de Alcacer do Sal

Hotel in Alcacer do Sal

8.3

Very Good

From $111

Former Monastery Hotel

The castle was turned into a convent for the Carmelites during the 16th century.

Pousada Castelo de Palmela

Hotel in Palmela

8.7

Very Good

From $127

Former Monastery Hotel

The monastery was built during the 15th century and monks lived there until the 19th century when religious orders were banned in the country.

Pousada Convento de Evora

Hotel in Evora

8.3

Very Good

From $165

Former Monastery Hotel

Built in the 15th century, this monastery is located close to many cathedral, temples and museums. Today it is established as a hotel, and the monks' rooms are used as the guestrooms.