Description
The Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Bouro was first inhabited by monks in 1180 and quickly became rich as a result of royal protection. The monarch protected the religious community of Bouro at the end of the 16th century. The hermits that lived here from the time of Dom Afonso Henriques had access to farming and pasture areas, abundant water and with the establishment of the Cistercian Order, art a... more
Pousada de Santa Maria do Bouro, more commonly known as Pousada Mosteiro de Amares it is located in Amares, between the city of Braga and the Serra do Gerês. The Pousada is the result of the restoration of a Cistercian Monastery from the 12th century, a work of distinguished architect, Eduardo Souto de Moura, winner of the 2011 Pritzker Prize, the most important worldwide architecture prize. The Pousada is located only 17 minutes from Peneda Gerês National Park and is enveloped in fascinating scenery. During your stay, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, the tennis court and leave your vehicle in the car park. For dining, we offer a restaurant and a bar with a fantastic fireplace, great for lighter meals on winter days.
In winter, take a stroll through the hotel's cloisters and read a book next to the fantastic fireplace at the Pousada de Amares' bar. Dine at the restaurant considered one of the most beautiful in Portugal. It offers traditional Minhota cuisine—take the opportunity to discover the flavours of Minho. On foot, you can go bird watching, hiking or even visit the hot springs—all of which can be arranged with the help of our 24-hour reception.
In summer, take the opportunity to relax on the terrace with a view of the reflecting pool and the meadows at the unique outdoor swimming pool in the country, completely made of marble from the area, with fantastic views of the gardens.
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Entertainment
- Entertainment
- Pool table
- Games room
- Shops in hotel
- Parking
- Parking
- Parking near the hotel
- Restaurants
- À la carte restaurant
- Breakfast room service
- Buffet restaurant
- Restaurant with diet menus
- Restaurant with breakfast buffet
- Swimming pools
- Outdoor pool
- Children’s pool
- Sunbeds
- Services
- 24-hour reception
- Breakfast room service
- Room service
- Safe
- Newspapers
- Fax / Photocopier
- Luggage storage
- Gardens
- Public bathroom
- Sun terrace
- Terraces
- In-room babysitting service
- Security service
- Hair dryer
- Play area
- Babysitting service
- Children’s pool
- Cot
- Serviced office
- Conference centre
- Meeting rooms
- Other
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Additional services
- Laundry service
- Daily room cleaning
- Laundry
- Lift
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual reception staff
- Porter service
- Smoking
- No smoking allowed anywhere in the hotel
- Smoke detectors in hotel
- Bars
- Bar
- Tea and coffee in common areas
- Check-in/Check-out
- Check-in from: 3.00 pm h — Check-out before: 12.00 pm h
- Minimum registration age without supervision
- 18
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Trail26485763779
14/10/2023
“Serene tranquility mixing ancient and modern in one place”
This hotel is truly wonderful. It is the most beautiful and serene place we have ever stayed in. The room was divine. Very polite and friendly staff. A memorable and unique experience with excellent food
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zookro
Coimbra, Portugal
13/10/2023
“Lovely building with original features. Very attentive staff.”
Lovely old monastery renovated sympatheticly with original features. Fabulous stonework. Lots of features like prayer seats and old doors. Lovely terraces and views across the valley. Staff were very attentive. Loved the bell on tables in the bar to call for staff.
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TomatSouthpark
Prestwick, United Kingdom
17/09/2023
“A majestic hotel!”
A majestic hotel! We decided to go for the extra cost of a suite for two nights and this was well worth it. The whole building - being a former monastery - was outstandingly beautiful. The restaurant was atmospheric and the food delicious. Bar was well served and their measure of malt whisky was ... more
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2016maryG
Lemont, Illinois
13/08/2023
“Surprise, it’s a 800 year old monastery in Amares! ”
Don’t let your first impression, as you pull up to Pousada Mosterio de Amares, make you think you’re in the wrong place! This venue is an 800 yr old relic that has been modernized with all the conveniences you would/will need. It could be a retreat venue, a place to get away, and really relax. ... more
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Jennifer259
Llanelli, United Kingdom
06/10/2023
“Wash Hand Basins are Useless”
This Pousada is located in an old Monastery. The owners have done a super job of creating a modern up to date hotel out of what was a former Monastery. The conversion from Monastery to Hotel had been tastefully and sympathetically done. This Pousada is a bit remote to get to and in a small town... more