Pousada Castelo de Estremoz – Historic Hotel

We really enjoyed our stay at the Pousada Castelo Estremoz. It’s in the old town of Estremoz on a hilltop: you drive through an arch and over a drawbridge, up cobbled streets to a square where there’s free parking. The hotel certainly has a wow factor: it’s like stopping in a museum with many historical items and paintings set in grand rooms. Our room was actually quite small and the bathroom tight but had everything you needed although getting things like extra drinking water was not so easy. We ate in the restaurant - nice food and certainly grand if not a little formal for us. Breakfast was quite simply amazing - so much choice and all really good quality. I loved our stay - the odd quirks of staying in a historic building are massively outweighed by the amazing experience and I would highly recommend the hotel.

Absolutely stunning hotel, situated on the hilltop, overlooking Estremoz. Steeped in history, this unique place has views to die for. Whether it’s from your room, the bar, the pool or the gardens, the view is incredible. However, you must take the 137 stone steps up the tower for the ultimate viewpoint! On arrival, the staff on reception will give you a sheet detailing the history of the castle. Make sure you read it because it is fascinating. We didn’t eat in the hotel restaurant, which was a shame, but we did have breakfast the following morning which was fine. The rooms are lovely with antique furniture and huge, high ceilings. Unfortunately, our only criticism would be the staff. There was a definite lack of enthusiasm. On arrival I struggled up the stairs with all my bags, and there was no offer of help - despite it being obvious I was struggling. At the pool, the bar man was trying to manage the inside bar and pool bar at the same time, so seemed very grumpy. At breakfast there was no cheery welcome or good morning. Perhaps they are understaffed? Anyway, despite this, we would certainly recommend this hotel. After all, anywhere that is accessed by a drawbridge has to be worth it, doesn’t it?!

We started our wonderful bike tour with Portugal Nature Trails here. Such an astounding property. We loved being in the castle. Our window looked out on a tower! We walked into town and visited the Berardo museum with all it beautiful tiles! They have an incredible bar area where we enjoyed a glass of local wine while admiring the view from the windows. The room had all the modern amenities inspite of being historic. Lovely breakfast also. Highly recommend you visit this gem!

I am sitting in my room in my coat as the heating is abysmal. There is a thermostat, but apparently it is just to turn the ‘heating’ on or off. There is one small heating vent in the room and the amount of heat emitted is almost non existent. The radiator in the bathroom is not working at all. The receptionist has tried her best and has brought a portable radiator. This purports to be a ‘luxury’ hotel. I think not

Historic hotel beautifully decorated with pool. Staff provided the best service of any hotel I have stayed at ever. Kind, friendly and attentive. Check in, check out, room cleaning, breakfast service all completed efficiently. Wonderful breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. Good value.

Brilliant hotel - amazing decor and architecture, good service, lovely pool and amazing value. Breakfast nice too - a must for families looking for a quick break in a lovely old town. July in Alentejo a bit too hot though but the lovely hotel can’t do much about that!!

Wow - we loved this hotel so much! The property was beautiful, the staff was friendly and the rooms were nice and clean. Beautiful views from everywhere - we especially loved the bar with the tables situated toward the windows looking out on Alentejo. I hope to stay there again!

Great beds, food and service, everything was spotlessly clean, but the thing that most impressed us was checking out, there were no taxis available and the hotel manager, without being asked, drove us to the bus station, saving us a long walk.

Excellent service, knowledgeable staff, kind and helpful, and really superb management. Dinner was outstanding- we had the quail and sea bass .incredible views, fun room, cool history. beautiful special unique stay, highly recommend!