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.
- Entertainment
- Entertainment
- TV lounge
- Games room
- Shops in hotel
- Parking
- Parking
- Parking near the hotel
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services
- Kids' club
- Kids´ club
- Breakfast room service
- Room service
- Safe
- Newspapers
- Car hire
- Luggage storage
- Gardens
- Library
- Sun terrace
- Terraces
- In-room babysitting service
- Security service
- Hair dryer
- Banquet and event room
- Board games
- Kids´ playground
- Play area
- Babysitting service
- Cot
- Serviced office
- Conference centre
- Meeting rooms
- Restaurants
- À la carte restaurant
- Buffet restaurant
- Restaurant with diet menus
- Restaurant with breakfast buffet
- Swimming pools
- Outdoor pool
- Children’s pool
- Sunbeds
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Spa
- Wellness area with massage service
- Turkish bath
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Bars
- Pool bar
- Bar
- Indoor bar
- 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
- Smoking areas
- Activities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Bike rental
- Golf course
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-friendly facilities
- Wheelchair-friendly access
- Check-in/Check-out
- Check-in from: 4.00 pm h — Check-out before: 12.00 pm h
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Guimaraes
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Richard P
Cambridge, United Kingdom
05/01/2025
“Beautiful luxury hotel, a third the way up a hill, just outside the centre of town.”
A luxury hotel that has been created from a monestary while keeping the character and beauty of the original building. The staff are very professional and the breakfasts and bar-food are excellent (we took our evening meals in the town during our short stay, so we never tried the main restaurant).… more
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Linda K
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
21/11/2024
“Delightful stay in an enchanting city”
Staying at Pousada Mosteiro Guimaraes was one of our best decisions when planning our first trip to Portugal. The hotel transports guests back to an earlier era while maintaining the comforts of modern amenities. The exceptional staff goes out of their way to be both friendly and accommodating, and… more
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Flub55
Wallasey, United Kingdom
17/11/2024
“Best food we’ve had in Portugal”
Impressive place to visit. The highlight was the really excellent dinner abc lovely staff. The gardens are nice but in winter rather bare . The area is busy with locals at the church and at events being held at the posada.the bedrooms are huge and the corridors and function rooms impressive
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705gregoryf
Williamsburg, Michigan
16/11/2024
“Wonderful all around”
Staff is wonderful, professional and friendly. Restaurant is superb. Bedrooms have character and charm and you feel transported to medieval age, while enjoying modern amenities. The Monastery is really something to be seen. The halls and ballrooms are incredible.
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N T
Lisbon, Portugal
13/11/2024
“Just wonderful”
Just wonderful... in all the aspects. Historical Building , gardens, people, ... it was an amazing experience. The bed was very good and the views are amazing. I strongly advise people to go there if they can. Guimarães center is 5 minutos away, so you may join a city experience and am excepcional … more
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