The setting is wonderful! Nice views, great architecture and in a peaceful location. Once you enter this "Pousada", it is a bit like going back in time a few centuries and if you let your imagination run free you can easily imagine the monks walking these halls. I've seen some comments mentioning that the staff is not very friendly but... More

As we were told that this pousada was a nice place to dine we made a reservation for diner only. While finding our way to the restaurant in the pousada we found ourselves in the middle of a large company venue from Randstad. We were we ushered to an ajoining space, were one other couple were already dining; they were... More

This is a fabulous place to stay--a massive monastery redesigned by a top architect: vast public rooms, huge fireplaces, courtyards, pools, a beautiful dining room in the old refectory, and lovely views across the fields and hills. It seems more suited for long, resort-style stays (there is a pool and tennis court) than as a base for tourism; the staff... More

I stayed a night here in about 2007 at the end of a holiday with 'On Foot' Walking holidays. Their description of the hotel had been understated so it was a great surprise to be arrive in such a stunning place. The building is just beautiful and there is always a sense of being in a truly special place -... More

Most reviewers get it spot on. This is a magnificent setting and food is excellent. Wine prices are extremely competitive with superb choice. I have a couple of small niggles though: • access to the reception area from the car park outside requires a difficult trek with heavy suitcases up a flight of stairs. (The lift is hidden round the... More

The hotel is just beautiful. Redesigned by the the the Pritzker Price Laureate Eduardo Souto de Mouro the old monastery kept it´s historic charme in every wall and every arch. The views from the terrace are stunning and the surrounding landscape is breathtaking. As I was so overwhelmed from my stay at the Pousada I told my parents to go... More

we celebrated a special anniversary and got an upgrade- room with VIP treatment, which was really wonderful. The staff is very helpfull, all speak English and they all care for you very much. The hotel itself is a bit out of the way , located in a very small village,- good for walking-tours - but with great views and good... More

The pousadas "santa maria do bouro" is located not far from Amares (it isn't in the village itself but rather a 5-min drive on the road) . The "pousadas" was a former covent restructured with style and gusto. The pool is confortable and, being sorrounded by greens, very relaxing. The included restaurant is not bad but not as good as... More

Great place for a romantic getaway. Great ambiance and food. Staff are very attentive. Dining room staff very educated in manners of serving (prior to arriving, stayed at 5 star hotel in Madrid and was very disappointed). Would definitely recommend this place for a romantic getaway or a de-stressing getaway. Not a great place for families or night life. Rooms... More