Pousada in Amares
Pousada in Amares – Hotel Santa Maria de Bouro
Formerly a 12th Century Cistercian Monastery this hotel Pousada is near Amares in the Minho region of Northern Portugal.
The restoration of this Pousada has won many prestigious awards and was under the direction of the famous modern day architect Eduardo Souto Moura.
It is situated between the historic town of Braga and Peneda Geres National Park and is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Minho area of Portugal.
This idyllic setting, surrounded by lush fields and vineyards where the famous Vinho Verde wine is produced, together with the beautiful architecture of the Pousada ensures a peaceful and utterly relaxing stay.
What a wonderful place to spend Hallowe’en Night–Yes we stayed in this pousada on October 31st, 2011! We felt like we had travelled back in time to the 12th century. We were in awe of the wonderful restoration that had been done to this building–now with all the modern conveniences but still giving the ambience of a very old monastery. We found the staff most welcoming and accommodating.We especially enjoyed the view from every window which overlooked a peaceful cloister. This was a memorable overnight stay nearing the end of our Fall vacation in northern Portugal.
The staff, service, food and ambiance were all wonderful at Amares. We really enjoyed our visit.
Reception on arrival: Very nice
Bedroom: very good
View from room: good
Public rooms: very good
Restaurant: good
Any noise: no
Location of the hotel: ok
Proximity to a town: ok, beautiful site in the country.
Places visited near the hotel: Braga, Guimaraes
Etc. Sorry, the bar was not working or nobody to deserve it, so no porto!
Thank you very much to advance the breakfest for the group at 7.30 am. (8.00 am is a bite late for touring¨, almost for swiss people!)
This pousada was beautifilly restaured and very comfortable. The water supply, however could stand improving as it took a long time to get hot water to the room, a situation that had been known by the staff for some time. Also, we regret not being able to see inside the church as it is only open during services on Sunday, a situation, however, that is not under the control of the pousada.
The restoration of the monastery is an architectural masterpiece.The atmosphere is unique, the restaurant and the food is incredible. Cant wait to come back.
Fantastic pousada! Very wide, beautiful building and garden! The restaurant was excellent! The service in the restaurant was superb!
We would return immediately if we could!
This is a fabulous Pousada. The food is wonderful as well as the service. It is a calming, secluded spot.
An impessive and lovely building. Super room with excellent view. Fabulous dining room with great food and superb sevice. A great place to stay.
Beautiful building. The wide, quiet halls and spaces were beautiful and restful. A truly pleasant place to spend a few days.