There was a distinct aroma emanating from the bathroom. A sort of deathly smell I will charitably attribute to the drains. To combat this I obtained incense from a shop in the town, and I sought out a set of slim ecclesiastical wax candles, for the two Florentine lamps with which the rooms are equipped. There is adequate electricity and efficient modern heating which was welcome on an early March night, so the lamps are purely decorative, but I thought their utility to be essential under the circumstances, for aesthetic reasons if nothing more.. The walls and ceiling are old and decorated with simple classical motives, and being original are not outwardly as clean as many might desire, but in such circumstances one must make allowances. With night a distinctly Gothic ambience descends, and I could not quite put the plight of Jonathan Harker out of mind, though I must stress, no harm came to me. The experience being no doubt due to the flickering candle light and the terrific thunderstorm that woke me up in the middle of the night. Right on que, one might say.

I liked the 18th century ambiance, which was very much to my taste. The apartments are something one might have expected to have encountered on the Grand Tour, and the fact they have not been redecorated, or furnished since the house was built adds to their charm. That the Sedan chair and suit of armour, greeting one in the entrance hall, are part of the house's original furnishings, and not being a self conscious addition to recreate an artificial ambience, are a simple delight. The furnishings are antique and original and I felt decidedly at home on the one night I spent there. The patron was a perfect host. A local patrician of the old school. Breakfast was simple and unpretentious. It is the sort of establishment I had thought had gone by the wayside some generations before and so was more than delighted for the experience.

Stayed in March 2024

The beds were a bit hard and the furnishings a bit basic. But, the historical ambiance more than ade up for the firm beds. As well, with a coat of paint the place would be significantly improved.

We loved the place and our Host, Frank was outstanding. If you are looking for the Ritz, Casa de S. Tiago is not for you. However, if you are into history and old world charm it is perfect! It is a 16th century building that was updated in what looks to be to 60's or 70's. It is still a museum of antiques, art and history (the place is replete with 15/16th century paintings and comes with its own suit of armour!) all wondrously enhanced by Frank, your pleasant and friendly host! The location within 100m of all the main attractions, the Roman ruins and the Cathedral, was fantastic!

Stayed in February 2024

amazing place, very interesting owner

Stayed in September 2023

No issues, satisfied with all. There was a horrific rain and wind storm brining in a small leak, by the window and the host was there immediately to wipe things up.

The breakfast was fine with fresh squeezed juice and yummy bread. The host was there if we needed anything and was pleasant. He gave us plenty of hot coffee.

Stayed in October 2023

difficult access by car and lots of stairs difficult with heavy suitcases

central location

Stayed in October 2023

I believe the owner said this home has been a small hotel for 25 years. I don’t think it has been upgraded in that time. The room was too cramped for two friends travelling together, and the breakfast was barely adequate.

This hotel is in a great location. This part of Evora is surprisingly easy to navigate, and is full of good restaurants, historic sites, and good shopping. It was interesting to stay in such an old building surrounded by beautiful old furniture and furnishings.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing

This is an ancient mansion in the middle of the old town. The old and charming proprietor seems to run it single-handedly. There are just 3 or 4 rooms but you will feel you are truly back in the past. Reaching it by car is a chore but the house has a small parking garage. A big car can park in the street.

Stayed in September 2023

Despite rooms are cleaned every day, we found some trace of previous guests. Nothing unbearable, in fact we didn't tell the host. As suggestion, the availability of an hairdryer could improve guest's comfort.

The house is located at the center of Evora, very close to city main attractions and facilities. Don Francisco is a nice host, an old stile gentleman. We booked two rooms, each one with its bathroom.Main room had a large lobby and everywhere memorabilia are displayed. Air conditioning and wi-fi fully working. Being an historic house there is no elevator, while climbing the stairs you can say hello to Jeronimo in his armor. Breakfast is basic, but vary and quite good, especially jam and fresh coffee. Toll-parking is available just down the street.

Stayed in August 2023

Characterful home belonging to the hotel owner, who is charming and very helpful. Amazing location in the historic centre. Spacious, comfortable room with buckets of character.

Stayed in August 2023

The breakfast was, for us, simple and sufficient.

The central location of this wonderful historic house was perfect for us - we could walk everywhere. The room with its ensuite bathroom was large and very comfortable; our host was very welcoming.

Stayed in April 2023

Breakfast was limited but OK.

The hotel was an old house which made it very special. No reception but the owner was brilliant. At the top of the concrete steps inside the hotel/house was a full set of armour. Not what you would usually expect but unique. The hotel owner was terrific and offered loads of advice. Even allowed us to park our car in his garage (at a cost!)

Stayed in October 2022

Frank was a great and welcoming host.

Stayed in September 2022

This is a beautiful 16th century building, stunning, but it comes with amenities that could use updating. Even so a very comfortable place to stay in the middle of the old city.

Stayed in August 2022

very dated

great location with historic feel

Stayed in July 2022

The bed was good but not exceptional. The price of the parking of the hotel: too high considering the urban prices

The owner is nice. The breakfast is good The location is perfect

Stayed in June 2022

This is not a typical hotel to expect, we recommend this for everyone seeking and extraordinary and authentic stay in an old city palace, where you feel the 500 years of history of the house. The host was super nice. He showed us around and explained very short but interesting for how long his family owned the place. Our suite was wonderfully furnished and despite everything felt like living in an old castle they still had good wifi and air-condition.

Stayed in June 2022

Because this is a 450-year old house, it lacks some modern hotel conveniences - not enough outlets. no coffeemaker in the room. etc. Also, the shower holder in our room was broken

The property itself is amazing - you feel like you are staying at a museum. The host is super friendly and helpful, he accommodated our early check in and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable.

Stayed in June 2022

We had to pay, even if it was closed

The place was closed - we dit not get hold of the owner

Stayed in January 2024

This stately home, more than 500 years old, was right in the center of the old city—we could walk everywhere. The home itself was filled with antiques (a suit of armor, a lady’s palanquin), with vaulted ceilings and inlaid stone floors. However, it had been modernized where it counted: new windows, bathroom fixtures, A/C.

Stayed in October 2023

The room had a musty smell and could not be aired out because the window wasn’t screened (flies). The room was cold at night (May) and no extra blankets were provided. The beds could have been better but at this price point, this level of quality is to be expected. Although there was a stand-alone heater, we were not shown how to operate it and were not about to start fiddling with it in the middle of the night so all to say we were exhausted the next day. Host was a nice man but he told us upon arrival that we had to be out by 10 am the next day because he had an appointment. He also made us commit to a breakfast time. Breakfast was passable. We should have been more assertive I suppose but I’m not sure it would have helped.

Property very centrally located within the city walls. The main square was just minutes away on foot, as we’re all the other main attractions.

Stayed in May 2023

Superb location in a lovely historic building. Very large room with good bathroom. Simple but sufficient breakfast

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing

Fantastic location, amazing character & history, lovely host

Stayed in April 2023

Parking was a little expensive and hard to find, we did have to remember to "feed the meter".

The suite of rooms were so authentic of mediaeval Europe. There was even a cannon in our room! The art work was amazing. The host was so friendly, provided information on the 450 year old building, our surroundings, provided suggestions on restaurants. Breakfast was provided and was good. The location is excellent. All of the sites we wanted to visit was just a 5-10 minute walk away. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the Historic district.

Stayed in April 2023

The host is a wonderful man. He likes to share with his guests. We were very interested in his life story. And the history of his beautiful house. We experienced something very special, a journey in the history of Portugal. The house is located in the historical centre of Evora. We can walk to all the interesting sites. We had a lovely time. A pure delight.

Stayed in October 2022