Your stay — A Casa de Ana
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The Property — A Casa de Ana
A Casa de Ana is a small 3-star guesthouse tucked into a whitewashed 18th-century townhouse on a quiet cobbled street. The lobby has terracotta tiles, a stone staircase, and a tiny desk with a stack of local maps; it feels like staying in a well-kept family home. Rooms are simple but spotless, with tiled floors and high ceilings. It suits independent travellers who want a central, no-frills base and don't need a pool or lift.
Chronicles of Evora
Evora was founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC as a strategic settlement on the road to Lisbon. Its medieval heyday came under the Aviz dynasty, when it housed the royal court and built the Gothic cathedral and the Moorish-influenced aqueduct. The 16th-century Renaissance university and the bone-lined ossuary at the Chapel of Bones reflect its layered religious and intellectual life. Today it's a UNESCO World Heritage city and the capital of the Alentejo region, known for cork, olive oil, and a slow food culture centred on its Praça do Giraldo.
Best Time to Visit
Full Evora guide →Best months
April, May, October: spring flowers and autumn light, 20–25°C, fewer tourists than summer.
Peak / festival surge
July: Evora in July hits 30–35°C and crowds pack the Praça for the Verão em Festa festival. Hotel prices double; book by March.
Budget shoulder season
June and September: warm but less intense, 25–30°C; rates drop 20–30% from peak.
Weather & packing
Summer afternoons can hit 40°C but evenings cool sharply as the Alentejo wind picks up. Pack layers: a light jacket or pashmina for dinner outdoors.
Live City Briefing — Evora
- The Evora bus station renovation finished in early 2026; express buses to Lisbon now run hourly with a 90-minute journey.
- The Roman Temple's surrounding square is closed for repaving until late 2026; expect scaffolding on the north side.
- The city introduced a summer pedestrian zone on Rua de Serpa Pinto from 6pm to midnight, July to September.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to A Casa de Ana, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These are quieter and away from street-level noise, and you get morning light without the heat of higher floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street – Evora’s old town can get noisy with foot traffic and delivery vans from early morning. Also skip top-floor rooms directly under a sloping roof in summer (heat build-up) or with no window shading.
Best views
Best view is from a first- or second-floor room overlooking the courtyard – you see a slice of Evora’s rooflines and maybe a glimpse of the cathedral tower. Street-facing rooms give a direct view of the historic paving but come with noise.
Quietest floors
First and second floors are the quietest – well above street clatter and below any roof-level equipment. Ask for a room not above the breakfast area if that’s on the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Evora’s centre has cobbled streets (rumble from suitcases and scooters), and A Casa de Ana sits on a narrow street – expect church bells nearby (charming but early) and morning delivery trucks. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to cut this by 80%.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, park in the public garage beneath the Praça do Giraldo (5 mins walk) – street parking is tight and metered. 2. Request a room with a small balcony or window that opens fully – Evora’s summer nights can be stuffy without good airflow, even in a 3-star.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — A Casa de Ana
Free throughout; speeds approx. 25 Mbps down, no login required—connects automatically. No premium tier.
No lift. The main building has two floors accessed by stairs only; one ground-floor room is available (suitable for reduced mobility).
No daily newspaper or digital newsstand. The hotel is a restored 17th-century townhouse with original tile panels (azulejos) in the breakfast room.
Check-in: 15:00–20:00 (late arrival by prior arrangement at least 24h in advance). Bag drop available from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:30 costs €20; after 12:30 must rebook a half-day.
Free, on request, in the locked lobby area during reception hours (08:00–20:00)
No step-free entrance (one step at the front door). Ground-floor room with wide doorways exists but no grab rails; bathroom has a walk-in shower with low threshold. Not wheelchair-accessible due to narrow corridors.
No on-site parking. Public car park 'Parque de São Francisco' (300m walk) costs €8 per 24h. No EV charging on property. Street parking is free but limited and often full.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (guests aged 13+), payable on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; a €50 incidental hold placed on the same card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Convento do Carmo (90 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Igreja da Graça (200 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja da Misericórdia (210 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de São Vicente (268 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Infantil Almeida Margiochi — 576 m · ~7 min walk
Capela dos Ossos — 307 m · ~4 min walk
Arena d'Évora — 735 m · ~9 min walk
Parque Infantil do Bairro da Câmara — 694 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 304 m · ~4 min walk
Farmácia Diana — 194 m · ~2 min walk
Market Diana — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Évora — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots.
Cards widely accepted; contactless common in shops and restaurants, but carry cash for small purchases and markets.
Optional; round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants, not expected in taxis or for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso or 'bica' at a local cafe costs about €0.70–€1.00.
A 'prato do dia' (daily plate) at a tasca or cafe runs around €7–€9.
A main course at a casual restaurant is typically €10–€14.
Not a street food city; bakeries sell pastries and sandwiches cheaply, and the main square has a few stalls during events.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the main budget supermarkets in town.
Look in the town-centre shops along Rua Serpa Pinto for affordable high-street chains and Portuguese brands.
Walking is easiest; a local bus ticket costs about €1.50, and to get from Lisbon you’d take the Rede Expressos coach (around €12-€15 one-way).
Eat set lunch menus rather than dinner to save money. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist shops. Skip taxis and walk—Evora is compact.
Good to know — Evora
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EvoraWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Evora, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at A Casa de Ana
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 304 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Diana — 194 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Lisbon Sete Rios bus station → Évora bus station (near hotel)
💡 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.
Lisbon Oriente or Sete Rios station → Évora train station
💡 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.
Any point in Évora → Local destinations (e.g., Roman Temple, hotel)
💡 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.
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) → Templo Boutique Hotel, Évora
💡 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.
About Evora
Wikipedia ↗
Évora, officially the Very Noble and Ever Loyal City of Évora, is a city and a municipality in Portugal. It has 53,591 inhabitants (2021), in an area of 1,307.08 square kilometers (504.67 mi2). It is considered the historic capital of the Alentejo region and serves as the seat of the Évora District....
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at A Casa de Ana?
Request a room on the first or second floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These are quieter and away from street-level noise, and you get morning light without the heat of higher floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at A Casa de Ana?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street – Evora’s old town can get noisy with foot traffic and delivery vans from early morning. Also skip top-floor rooms directly under a sloping roof in summer (heat build-up) or with no window shading.
Is A Casa de Ana noisy?
Evora’s centre has cobbled streets (rumble from suitcases and scooters), and A Casa de Ana sits on a narrow street – expect church bells nearby (charming but early) and morning delivery trucks. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to cut this by 80%.
Which rooms have the best views at A Casa de Ana?
Best view is from a first- or second-floor room overlooking the courtyard – you see a slice of Evora’s rooflines and maybe a glimpse of the cathedral tower. Street-facing rooms give a direct view of the historic paving but come with noise.
What are insider tips for staying at A Casa de Ana?
1. If you drive, park in the public garage beneath the Praça do Giraldo (5 mins walk) – street parking is tight and metered. 2. Request a room with a small balcony or window that opens fully – Evora’s summer nights can be stuffy without good airflow, even in a 3-star.
What time is check-in at A Casa de Ana?
Check-in at A Casa de Ana is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does A Casa de Ana have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout; speeds approx. 25 Mbps down, no login required—connects automatically. No premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at A Casa de Ana?
€2 per person per night (guests aged 13+), payable on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near A Casa de Ana?
A 'prato do dia' (daily plate) at a tasca or cafe runs around €7–€9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from A Casa de Ana?
Walking is easiest; a local bus ticket costs about €1.50, and to get from Lisbon you’d take the Rede Expressos coach (around €12-€15 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Evora?
April, May, October: spring flowers and autumn light, 20–25°C, fewer tourists than summer.
Top Attractions in Evora
💡 Look for the carved stone rope details on the pillars – a signature Manueline feature. No photography during services.
💡 Bring bread for the ducks at the pond. The café inside is pricey; better to buy snacks at a supermarket beforehand.
💡 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.
💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and warmer light on the granite columns. The site is always accessible from outside.
💡 Entry costs about 5 euros. Go early to avoid queues; it's tiny. Combine with the free Igreja de São Francisco next door.