PESTANA hotels in Beja

The first records of the Convent date from 10 November 1268, the date which marks the appearance of the community of São Francisco in Beja at the initiative of the Warden Lopo Esteves and Councilors Diogo Fernandes and Vasco Martins. This historical luxury hotel maintains the original features of the old building, having several spacious areas, with high ceilings where white predominates on the walls decorated with old pieces of art and local craftsmanship. LOCATION AND DESTINATION The Menagem Tower of the Beja Castle is the hallmark of the city, with its height (40 metres) and beauty making it the most splendid military monument of its kind in Portugal. Another attraction is the Rainha D. Leonor Museum, housed within the convent of Nossa Senhora da Conceição. Do not forget to visit the Vila de Pizões and the Roman Centre of Cucufate. Take advantage of your stay by relaxing and taking long walks in the Alentejo plains to the place where the farms meet. There, you can try exquisite wines and delicious regional delicacies. The Pousada is 55 km from the Alqueva Dam and 80 km from the city of Évora. Faro is the nearest airport at 147 km away. (Although it does not have regularly scheduled flights, Beja has an airport 10 km from the Pousada). The Pousada Convento de Beja is a Historic Hotel with 35 rooms, which include 12 superior rooms, two suites and two junior suites.