Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa

Exceptional location (quiet), very good breakfast and spa, exceptionally attentive and friendly staff (especially during breakfast)

We recently spent a couple of nights at the Convento seeking out a change of scene and some slightly warmer weather in Winter and had a really great time - the hotel's blend of its old and new parts really makes it a special place to stay. We turned up a little early to this hotel but the reception staff were super friendly, helped us find lunch in the bar which was good and then checked us into our "Design" room in the newer part of the building which we really liked - lots of space in the well appointed room, a balcony to look out over the garden and a decent bathroom. At check-in, we were also invited to a wine-tasting and a tour of the building and both were very good - the building's chapel, restaurant, wine-bar, etc. are amazing and would form a tourist attraction in their own right. We ate in the restaurant for both breakfast and dinner and enjoyed both - the food was good and the service both attentive and relaxed and friendly as it is across the whole hotel - every member of staff was super friendly here, keen to chat and help us to have a good stay. We used the hotel to visit Evora which is well worth a visit and would recommend both Evora and the Convento to anyone looking to make a similar trip.

Beautiful hotel, expansive grounds. Atmospheric surroundings, an old convent/monastery converted into a modern hotel with full service. Two restaurants on the premises, besides a bar. Lovely to explore the premises; quiet little cathedral, a royal library, olive and orange trees in the garden. Our room had a balcony overlooking the peaceful gardens, with rows of olive trees. Breakfast was good; eggs made to order, cold cuts, fruit, juices, coffee. It’s situated about 10 minutes by car, from Evora city. Spend the day sightseeing and come back to a very comfortable room. Will definitely spend more days here, next time we visit.

Here you can experience long ago history, modern rooms and wonderful grounds. AND a full sized church from the original monastery (convento) is inside the hotel! Our room and bathroom were nicely sized with a comfortable bed and a nice view of the gardens. Getting around the different areas of the hotel can involve lengthy, circuitous walks but is probably due to having to build around parts of the old monastery. There is a very good restaurant and a full buffet breakfast. We were with a tour group and our coach took us to Evora. You will need a car/taxi otherwise because the town is too far away and the roads would be dangerous for walking.

Stunning firmer convent. Perfectly restored church. Indoor and outdoor pool. Nice spa. Good breakfast. Nice variety. Friendly staff.

Absolutely spectacular. My parents stayed in the old part and adored it. We were in the newer section and it was also perfect. So comfortable. The amenities and staff were delightful. Absolutely worth the visit.

It was a wonderful stay, the hotel is beautiful and the staff is very feiendly

The hotel is beautiful and historic. It has some lovely public spaces if you could enjoy them without crowds from tour buses. This was a minus from the check-in experience to mealtime to noise and crowds. We were upgraded to our room, and it was a VERY LONG walk. The room was a suite and there were attempts to make it nice but it missed in several ways. The whirlpool tub area was difficult to get into and use comfortably. The TV at the foot of the bed couldn't be used - there was 1 remote - and it controlled the TV in the sitting area. We had to sit uncomfortably in chairs to watch TV vs. laying in bed as desired. I asked for some ice for an injury and was charged 7 euros....crazy. Meal times were very busy and dinner at Divinus very disappointing. Unfriendly service which was slow and rude. Food was lukewarm and poorly presented (4 large piles of peas on pea puree looked like a child did it). This was not the top dining experience advertised. Additionally, the hotel changed our reservation without any notice - leaving us to scramble for dinner on a Sunday night when many places are closed. Evora is a cool city and the historic district very enjoyable. I'd advise staying somewhere else with more comforts, updates, better food - and NO TOUR BUSES.

Beautiful place, excellent staff, a truly memorable stay. Only downside was that one restaurant was closed and the other booked up very early. Food is available in the bar but it is very noisy there. Room service was available, so not a big issue.

Amazing hotel that couldn't be better. Beautiful inside and out. Spacious and well appointed room (we stayed in a new room). Wonderful breakfast and dinner, fabulous staff. Would highly recommend.