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Évora Hotel

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La propiedad — Évora Hotel

The Évora Hotel is a practical three-star on the outskirts, with a clean, functional lobby and a decent outdoor pool. It suits drivers who want a quiet base near the motorway rather than the tight medieval core. The USP is the free parking and easy access to the A6, but you trade the old-town atmosphere for a short drive to the walls.

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Crónicas de Evora

Évora was a Roman settlement, Liberalitas Julia, and still has a well-preserved temple to Diana. The Moors held it from the 8th century until the 12th-century Christian reconquest, after which it became a favourite residence of Portuguese kings. Its golden age came in the 15th–16th centuries, when the Avis dynasty built the grand Manueline palace and churches. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a calm university city, known for whitewashed alleys, cork-oak plains and the bone chapel of São Francisco.

El mejor momento para visitar

Guía completa de Evora →

Los mejores meses

April, May and October. Spring brings wildflowers and mild 20°C highs; October stays warm into the mid-20s but has fewer tourists than summer.

Peak / Festival Surge

July and August. Évora swells with domestic and international visitors, and temperatures often hit 38–40°C. Hotel prices rise by 30–50% over June rates. The Feira de São João (late June) kicks off the season, but July itself has no major festival.

La temporada del hombro

June and September. June is still warm (28–32°C) but cheaper than July; September is almost as hot but visitor numbers drop after the first week, and prices soften.

Tiempo y embalaje

Summer days are scorching dry, but evenings can drop 15°C; a light jacket or cardigan is essential. Pack a wide-brimmed hat and reusable water bottle — the sun here is relentless from late morning.

Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Evora

  • Construction on the Évora ring-road (EN114) is ongoing; expect delays on the approach from Lisbon (A6 junction 10).
  • The city’s new paid parking scheme for the historic centre (Zona de Estacionamento de Duração Limitada) started in early 2026 — check your hotel's parking policy before arriving.
  • A major water-main upgrade on Rua de Serpa Pinto will close that street to vehicles until late July; pedestrian access to the cathedral remains open.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Évora Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the interior courtyard if available. These upper floors are quieter and get more natural light, away from street-level activity.

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Rooms to avoid

Steer clear of rooms at the back near the service entrance or ground-floor rooms on the street side. Evora's historic centre sees tourist traffic in the day and delivery trucks early morning, so lower floors facing the avenue will pick up noise. Also avoid rooms directly over the reception or bar area.

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Best views

Rooms with an outward city view overlook the historic centre or nearby ruins – these are on the front (street side). If you can get a top-floor room on that side, you’ll see rooftops and the aqueduct, but it also faces traffic. For a peaceful outlook, the courtyard side at any upper floor gives green/garden views with little distraction.

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Quietest floors

Third and fourth floors are the quietest, as they sit above the lobby, bar, and typical street noise levels.

🔊 Noise notes

Evora is compact and the hotel sits on a main avenue with bus and scooter traffic from early morning ( ~7:30am ) until late evening. Occasional late-night revellers from nearby bars. Lift noise is mild but audible in rooms beside the lift shaft – typical of a mid-size 3-star. No major construction expected but the old town can have civic works at short notice.

Insider tips

If you arrive by car, ask at check-in for the free, hidden street parking a block north – the hotel’s own garage costs extra. Breakfast is worth booking: it runs 7:30-10:30, and going at 8:00 avoids both early-rush and the tail end when hot items run low.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalaciones hoteleras — Évora Hotel

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Wi-Fi

Free WiFi throughout; typical speed ~20 Mbps download; no login required

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

No physical newspapers; digital Portuguese news available via tablet at reception; building is a modern construction (2005), no historic quirks

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 14:00 for €25 (subject to availability)

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Baggage Storage

Free of charge at reception

Accessibility

Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; wide corridors; accessible room available on request

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Parking

On-site private parking €8 per night (no valet); nearest public car park at Praça do Giraldo (€10 per day); no EV charging

Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos

City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (13+ years)

Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in

Faith & Dietary cerca de

  • Church: Igreja de São Sebastião (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
  • Church: Capela de São José (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
  • Church: Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
  • Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)

Estilo de vida y recreación local

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Walking & Running

Parque do Monolito de Nossa Senhora — 231 m · ~3 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Núcleo Interpretativo do Megalitismo — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Arena d'Évora — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk

5 minutos de radio esenciales

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Farmácia Avó — 553 m · ~7 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Évora — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk

Dinero y moneda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs inside banks for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots, which charge poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless is common. Some small cafés and market stalls are cash-only.

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Tipping etiquette

Not obligatory. Round up restaurant bills or leave 5-10% for good service; tip taxi drivers a euro or two; hotel staff appreciate a few euros for carrying bags.

Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto

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Cheap coffee

A simple 'cimbalino' (espresso) at a café counter: about €0.80-1.00.

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Best-value lunch

A 'prato do dia' (daily special) with drink at a tasca: €8-10.

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Affordable dinner

A main course in a local restaurant: €10-15.

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Street food & cheap eats

The main square and surrounding alleys have kiosks and pastelarias selling pastéis de nata and bifanas for quick cheap eats.

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Budget groceries

Pingo Doce and Lidl are the common budget supermarkets in the area.

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Affordable clothes

The local market near the Roman temple sells budget clothing and accessories; high-street chains are limited inside the city walls.

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Cheapest way around

Walking is easiest. For day trips, a regional bus ticket to nearby towns costs around €5-10. From Lisbon airport, take the Rede Expressos bus direct to Évora (about €15-20 one way).

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Money-saving tips

Eat the prato do dia at lunch for best value. Fill a water bottle at public fountains (free). Visit museums on the first Sunday of the month when many are free.

bueno saber — Evora

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Evora
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Police
112
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

From any phone in Portugal, dial 112 for all emergencies. For non-urgent police matters in Évora, contact the GNR station at +351 266 758 410.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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O Sobreiro Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Bolas Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Café Nascer do Sol Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Evora, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Évora Hotel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walkpharmacy · Farmácia Avó — 553 m · ~7 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →
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Rede Expressos €12-15

Lisbon Sete Rios bus station → Évora bus station (near hotel)

100 min · Every 60-90 minutes · 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM

💡 Get off at the final stop, not the earlier one near the hospital—it's a walkable 8 minutes to the temple area but the bus station is closer. Buy tickets online day before to avoid queues.

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CP Comboios de Portugal (Regional/Intercidades) €15-25

Lisbon Oriente or Sete Rios station → Évora train station

90 min · 4-6 daily · 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

💡 The Intercidades train drops you right at the station. From there, it's a 15-minute walk south through the old town to the hotel—no bus needed. Avoid regional trains; they add 30 minutes with more stops.

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Évora Local Taxi €5-10

Any point in Évora → Local destinations (e.g., Roman Temple, hotel)

5 min · On demand · Most taxis operate 7 AM–10 PM; some 24/7

💡 Flag one down at the Giraldo Square rank—don't call unless it's urgent. For a flat €10, ask the driver to take you to the Capela dos Ossos chapel; it's a short ride but uphill from the hotel.

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Lisbon Airport Transfer €80-100

Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) → Templo Boutique Hotel, Évora

90 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book with a local company like Évora Airport Transfers or use Bolt—cheaper than hotel-arranged taxis. Ask driver to stop at the Aqueduto da Água de Prata viewpoint on the edge of town for a quick photo.

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Preguntas frecuentes

What are the best rooms at Évora Hotel?

Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the interior courtyard if available. These upper floors are quieter and get more natural light, away from street-level activity.

Which rooms should I avoid at Évora Hotel?

Steer clear of rooms at the back near the service entrance or ground-floor rooms on the street side. Evora's historic centre sees tourist traffic in the day and delivery trucks early morning, so lower floors facing the avenue will pick up noise. Also avoid rooms directly over the reception or bar area.

Is Évora Hotel noisy?

Evora is compact and the hotel sits on a main avenue with bus and scooter traffic from early morning ( ~7:30am ) until late evening. Occasional late-night revellers from nearby bars. Lift noise is mild but audible in rooms beside the lift shaft – typical of a mid-size 3-star. No major construction expected but the old town can have civic works at short notice.

Which rooms have the best views at Évora Hotel?

Rooms with an outward city view overlook the historic centre or nearby ruins – these are on the front (street side). If you can get a top-floor room on that side, you’ll see rooftops and the aqueduct, but it also faces traffic. For a peaceful outlook, the courtyard side at any upper floor gives green/garden views with little distraction.

What are insider tips for staying at Évora Hotel?

If you arrive by car, ask at check-in for the free, hidden street parking a block north – the hotel’s own garage costs extra. Breakfast is worth booking: it runs 7:30-10:30, and going at 8:00 avoids both early-rush and the tail end when hot items run low.

What time is check-in at Évora Hotel?

Check-in at Évora Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Évora Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free WiFi throughout; typical speed ~20 Mbps download; no login required

Is there a city or tourist tax at Évora Hotel?

€2.00 per person per night (13+ years)

Where can I eat cheaply near Évora Hotel?

A 'prato do dia' (daily special) with drink at a tasca: €8-10.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Évora Hotel?

Walking is easiest. For day trips, a regional bus ticket to nearby towns costs around €5-10. From Lisbon airport, take the Rede Expressos bus direct to Évora (about €15-20 one way).

When is the best time to visit Evora?

April, May and October. Spring brings wildflowers and mild 20°C highs; October stays warm into the mid-20s but has fewer tourists than summer.

Principales atracciones en Evora

Igreja de São Francisco Free

💡 Look for the carved stone rope details on the pillars – a signature Manueline feature. No photography during services.

Jardim Público de Évora Free

💡 Bring bread for the ducks at the pond. The café inside is pricey; better to buy snacks at a supermarket beforehand.

Aqueduto da Água de Prata Free

💡 Walk along Rua do Cano to see the arches integrated into homes. The best photo spot is from the hill near the Convento do Carmo.

Templo de Évora (Roman Temple) Free

💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and warmer light on the granite columns. The site is always accessible from outside.

Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones)

💡 Entry costs about 5 euros. Go early to avoid queues; it's tiny. Combine with the free Igreja de São Francisco next door.

ℹ️ Nota de datos: La información se basa en datos públicos, análisis de IA y fuentes de Internet. Los detalles, incluidas la configuración de las habitaciones, los precios, los horarios de apertura y las listas de eventos, pueden ser inexactos o desactualizados.
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