Description
In 1154 (12th century), D. Afonso Henriques' wife, D. Mafalda, turned the monastery over to the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine. This donation was made in honour of Saint Marinha, patron saint of mothers in labour. It is believed that the donation was made as a gesture of appreciation from the queen for having survived two complicated childbirths. As the patron saint of the coast, D. Jaime, Duk… more
The Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães is a Small Luxury Hotel located in the city of Guimarães, in an ancient 12th-century Augustinian Monastery with fantastic views of the city. It is a short distance from the historic city of Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 2 km from the shopping area. The Pousada offers free private parking on site.
Visit the Pousada do Mosteiro de Guimarães gardens, extending over 8 hectares, including architectural and landscaping elements. Enjoy a cocktail at the bar (located in the monastery's old kitchen with an enormous fireplace) or try local cuisine at the Dona Mafalda restaurant, located where the old cellars once were.
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In the summer, you can enjoy the esplanade and the outdoor swimming pool for both adults and children. It also has a playground, bar and a restaurant.
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- Air conditioning
- Heating (free of charge)
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- Laundry
- Laundry Service
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- Maid
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Entertainment
- Board games
- Games room
- Shops in hotel
- TV lounge
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Smoking
- Smoking area
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services
- Balcony
- Banquet and event room
- Breakfast in bed
- Car rental
- Currency exchange
- Garden
- Hair dryer
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Newspapers
- Picnic area
- Public bathroom
- Room service
- Safe
- Security
- Serviced office
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Wake-up call service
- Children
- Babysitting service
- Game area
- Kids' TV channels
- Kids' board games
- Kids' playground
- Kid´s club
- Bars
- Bar
- Indoor bar
- Restaurants
- Breakfast buffet
- Buffet restaurant
- À la carte restaurant
- Swimming pools
- Children’s pool
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside sun loungers
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Massages
- Sauna
- Spa
- Activities
- Golf course
- Golf course within 3 km
- Accessibility
- Facilities for people with disabilities
- Ground floor reception
- Handrails on the ramp
- Hotel entrance with ramp
- Wheelchair access
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Marc S
London, United Kingdom
07/01/2026
““Blue ribbon Pousada””
Medium size Pousada accommodated in a 12th century Augustinian monastery. Has about 50 bedrooms, half of them in the old part and the others in a new lower extension. The ambiance of the hotel is historic, peaceful, spacious and unhurried. The building is historic with noteworthy courtyards and … more
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Pearl65
Hampshire
06/11/2025
“We were sad to leave”
Gorgeous old converted monastery high up a windy road. Unfortunately reaching the town is not really practical in October unless you get a taxi but lighter evenings it may be walkable, if a fairly long walk! Peaceful surroundings. The building had a sense of calm. Views over town and of the cable… more
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Paulcoff57
03/11/2025
“Superb accommodation in a historic Pousada”
We loved our stay in the Pousada Mosteiro Guimaraes. In a superbly renovated historic building, our room was large, the customer service excellent, and the restaurant brilliant. It was a unique and thoroughly memorable experience for us.
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Roberto L
03/11/2025
“Outstanding hotel”
Outstanding historic building and green surroundings with superb service and friendliness. Breakfast and restaurant offer great food and service. We’ve visited las year, came back an plan to be back. The town offers great 17/18 century atmosphere in the historic quarters.
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repleo52
Boston
24/09/2025
“Enjoy the grandeur!”
Just back from two wonderful days at the Pousada. The old monastery has been fully renovated to provide a high standard of modern amenities while preserving the grandeur and quite elegance of the past. The enormous public rooms, quite cloisters, gracious verandahs and extensive landscaped garden… more
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Based on 10 reviews
Service: 9
Cleanliness: 9
Room: 8
Facilities: 9
Location: 9
Breakfast: 9
Lunch/Dinner: 8
Quality/Price: 9
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