The Pousada Convento de Évora — the Lóios — occupies the 15th-century convent of São João Evangelista, directly facing the Roman Temple in the monumental heart of the city.
Its 36 rooms, several converted from the monks' cells, open off the cloister's stone arcades; whitewashed walls, antiques and vaulted dining under the old refectory keep the convent's character intact. A small pool sits in the walled garden, and breakfast in the cloister is one of Évora's quiet luxuries.
Guests step out between the temple, the cathedral and the Lóios church next door — sleeping inside the UNESCO World Heritage ensemble itself.
Highlights
- 15th-century convent facing the Roman Temple
- Rooms converted from monks' cells
- Breakfast under the cloister arcades
- Pool in the walled garden
- Inside the UNESCO monumental core
Amenities
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Outdoor pool
✓ Restaurant
✓ Bar
✓ Cloister
✓ Historic monument building
✓ Air conditioning
✓ 24-hour front desk
✓ Room service
✓ Breakfast
Room types
- Classic Room
- Superior Room
- Suite
Frequently asked questions
Are the rooms really old cells?
Several are — compact, characterful and quiet, off the cloister; larger rooms and suites also exist.
How central is it?
As central as Évora allows: the Roman Temple is across the square, the cathedral two minutes away.