Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Worth booking if you want the best-rated stay in Évora with a spa, pool and grounds, and you have a car or are happy to take taxis into town. If you want to walk to the cathedral and Roman temple, our Budget and Best Value picks score 9.0 for well under half the price.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Couples and families who want a resort-style stay outside the old town are the natural fit. The property lists a spa, pool, gym, restaurant, garden, terrace, family rooms and free parking.
Food matters here too. Guests praise a varied buffet breakfast with fresh fruit, pastries, cheeses, hot dishes and fresh juices, and the staff are described as friendly, professional and attentive.
Skip it if you want to stroll into the historic centre. The main sights are about 45 to 50 minutes away on foot, which in practice means driving or taking a taxi.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Canaviais, outside Évora's historic centre. Guests still rate the location 9.2 out of 10.
The Cathedral of Évora and the Roman Temple of Évora are each about 3.6 km away, roughly 45 minutes on foot. The Capela dos Ossos is about 4 km, around 50 minutes. All three are far, so plan on a car, public transport or a taxi.
Free parking is listed, which helps if you arrive by car. Availability and any fees must still be checked. Walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified.
What guests say
Breakfast and staff collect the most praise. Guests describe a varied buffet and a team that is friendly, professional and helpful.
The restaurant draws mixed comments. The Italian and local cooking is described as high quality, but menus are limited and service is sometimes slow.
The overall score is 9.2 out of 10 from 1,394 reviews. Breakfast options listed include continental, full English, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and American, though inclusion depends on your rate.
Price and what you get against our other Évora picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, for 2 adults in one room, was €183 per night, about €366 for the two nights. That is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Évora O Cante Hotel, was €58 a night with a 9.0 score. Our Best Value pick, Evora Olive Hotel, was €72 with the same 9.0 score. Both are four-star hotels.
That makes this the big-ticket choice: almost double the sample median of €96.33. The premium buys five stars, the highest guest score in the sample and the spa, pool, gym and grounds. If you will spend most of your time in the old town, the cheaper picks may serve you better.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 10 eligible hotels in Évora. This one shared the top review score and has an official five-star rating, which earns it our Luxury slot.
It was chosen for quality and facilities, not for value or for a central address.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Check what your rate includes.
If the spa or pool is a reason to book, ask about November opening hours and charges. If you plan to eat in, book the restaurant ahead and allow time, given the comments about slow service.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Can I walk from Convento do Espinheiro to Évora's old town?
Not comfortably. The cathedral and Roman temple are about 3.6 km away, roughly 45 minutes on foot, so most guests will drive or take a taxi.
How much does Convento do Espinheiro cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €183 per night. Check today's price for your dates.
Does the hotel have a spa and pool?
Yes, both are listed, along with a gym. Opening times and fees are not confirmed, so check before you travel.
Is there free parking?
Free parking is listed among the facilities. Confirm availability with the hotel.
How is the restaurant?
Guests rate the Italian and local food highly but say menus are limited and service can be slow.