A 12th century monastery surrounded by history and immersed in nature
Pousada de Santa Maria do Bouro, more commonly known as Pousada Mosteiro Amares it is located in Amares, between the city of Braga and the Serra do Gerês.
Majestic and sophisticated
The Pousada is the result of the restoration of a Cistercian Monastery from the 12th century, a work of distinguished architect, Eduardo Souto de Moura, winner of the 2011 Pritzker Prize, the most important worldwide architecture prize.
The Pousada is located only 17 minutes from Peneda Gerês National Park and is enveloped in fascinating scenery.
During your stay, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and leave your vehicle in the car park, where there is an electric vehicle charging station.
For dining, we offer a restaurant and a bar with a fantastic fireplace, great for lighter meals on winter days.
The rooms are welcoming and comfortable, furnished in the name of Siza Vieira and equipped with cable TV and free Wi-Fi.
- Outdoor swimming pools
- Parking (free)
- Electric vehicle chargers
- Free Wi-Fi
- Dogs allowed up to 15 kg (on payment)
- Restaurant
All we have to offer
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Outdoor Swimming PoolsOutdoor Swimming Pools
In the search for contact with the nature, there's nothing better than having contact and returning to a place where you can find all the luxuries and comforts of civilization.
Thinking about that, the Pousada offers a magnificent swimming pool in marble, with a smaller one for children, embedded in one of the grazing meadows, and sheltered from the wind. For maximum convenience, the pool has a support bar and changing rooms so you only have to leave your sun lounger when you desire.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
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Pet FriendlyRestaurants and Bars
The bar of the Pousada, by the comfortable living room with a huge fireplace, is crossed by the river that comes from the mountains and carries water to the tanks and lakes of the monastery.
It is the ideal place to have a warm and comforting drink on cold days, and the perfect atmosphere for a nightcap or a coffee after dinner. The restaurant area at the Pousada of Santa Maria do Bouro is unique: set in the old kitchen of the Monastery, with the reconstructed original chimney, two impressive ovens and small food heating stoves cut into the stone, it is decorated with a huge granite table that has withstood all looting and bad weather, where the breakfast and dessert buffet is served.
Lunch: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
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Pet FriendlyPet Friendly
Os animais de estimação são sempre bem-vindos. Traga o seu amigo patudo e desfrute da sua estadia na melhor companhia possível.
São permitidos cães até 15 kg mediante pagamento e exclusivo a certas tipologias de quartos.Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
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Restaurants and BarsRestaurants and Bars
The bar of the Pousada, by the comfortable living room with a huge fireplace, is crossed by the river that comes from the mountains and carries water to the tanks and lakes of the monastery.
It is the ideal place to have a warm and comforting drink on cold days, and the perfect atmosphere for a nightcap or a coffee after dinner. The restaurant area at the Pousada of Santa Maria do Bouro is unique: set in the old kitchen of the Monastery, with the reconstructed original chimney, two impressive ovens and small food heating stoves cut into the stone, it is decorated with a huge granite table that has withstood all looting and bad weather, where the breakfast and dessert buffet is served.
Lunch: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
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Meetings and EventsMeetings and EventsTotal rooms: 4
Designed with events in mind, the Pousada de Santa Maria do Bouro hosts anniversaries, conferences, meetings and wedding receptions all year round.
The cloister with its original orange trees is perfect for dinners and receptions during the summer. Religious ceremonies can be held in the monastery church, with its wooden vaulted ceiling and 17th century gilded altarpiece.
For civil ceremonies, the cloister, terrace or the orange tree courtyard are perfect choices. The old refectory and the monastery’s granary are perfect for lunches, dinners, parties and launch events. The Winepress room features a part of the original winepress and is ideal for buffet meals and presentations.
Email: grupos.pousadas@pestana.com
- Outdoor Swimming Pools
- Pet Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- Restaurants and Bars
- Meetings and Events
In the search for contact with the nature, there's nothing better than having contact and returning to a place where you can find all the luxuries and comforts of civilization.
Thinking about that, the Pousada offers a magnificent swimming pool in marble, with a smaller one for children, embedded in one of the grazing meadows, and sheltered from the wind. For maximum convenience, the pool has a support bar and changing rooms so you only have to leave your sun lounger when you desire.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
The bar of the Pousada, by the comfortable living room with a huge fireplace, is crossed by the river that comes from the mountains and carries water to the tanks and lakes of the monastery.
It is the ideal place to have a warm and comforting drink on cold days, and the perfect atmosphere for a nightcap or a coffee after dinner. The restaurant area at the Pousada of Santa Maria do Bouro is unique: set in the old kitchen of the Monastery, with the reconstructed original chimney, two impressive ovens and small food heating stoves cut into the stone, it is decorated with a huge granite table that has withstood all looting and bad weather, where the breakfast and dessert buffet is served.
Lunch: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
Os animais de estimação são sempre bem-vindos. Traga o seu amigo patudo e desfrute da sua estadia na melhor companhia possível.
São permitidos cães até 15 kg mediante pagamento e exclusivo a certas tipologias de quartos.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
The bar of the Pousada, by the comfortable living room with a huge fireplace, is crossed by the river that comes from the mountains and carries water to the tanks and lakes of the monastery.
It is the ideal place to have a warm and comforting drink on cold days, and the perfect atmosphere for a nightcap or a coffee after dinner. The restaurant area at the Pousada of Santa Maria do Bouro is unique: set in the old kitchen of the Monastery, with the reconstructed original chimney, two impressive ovens and small food heating stoves cut into the stone, it is decorated with a huge granite table that has withstood all looting and bad weather, where the breakfast and dessert buffet is served.
Lunch: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Email: recepcao.bouro@pestana.com
Designed with events in mind, the Pousada de Santa Maria do Bouro hosts anniversaries, conferences, meetings and wedding receptions all year round.
The cloister with its original orange trees is perfect for dinners and receptions during the summer. Religious ceremonies can be held in the monastery church, with its wooden vaulted ceiling and 17th century gilded altarpiece.
For civil ceremonies, the cloister, terrace or the orange tree courtyard are perfect choices. The old refectory and the monastery’s granary are perfect for lunches, dinners, parties and launch events. The Winepress room features a part of the original winepress and is ideal for buffet meals and presentations.
Email: grupos.pousadas@pestana.com
Our offers for you
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Summer OfferSummer Offer
Summer begins with the first ray of sunshine
With your feet in the sand, surrounded by the tranquility of nature, or soaking up the energy of a new city?
At Pestana, there’s a destination for every lifestyle, whatever your pace, setting, or company. Choose your vacation destination and book your stay now at one of our hotels or Pousadas de Portugal.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
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Historical RoutesHistorical RoutesHistorical Routes are exclusive Pousadas de Portugal experiences that invite you on a journey through time across the country.
In order to a enjoy 10% discount, book at least 4 consecutive nights at participating Pousadas, including 2 mandatory consecutive nights in at least 2 different Pousadas, and discover landscapes, flavours, and legends that make Portugal an unforgettable destination.
Conditions:
• Exclusive bookings through the Contact Center
• 3 mandatory consecutive nights in at least 2 different Pousadas
• Nights booked with Vouchers, Gift Cards or other offers are not counted
• Bookings and stays until 31/12/2026
• The offer is not applicable for stays between: 01/06/2026 and 15/09/2026 | 30/12/2026 and 31/12/2026Includes all Pousadas except: Pousada de Lisboa, Pousada do Porto, Pousada Castelo Alvito, Pousada Convento Belmonte, Pousada Ourém, Pousada Valença e Pousada Bragança.
Contact us at (+351) 210 158 100 or via Whatsapp.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
- Summer Offer
- Historical Routes
Summer begins with the first ray of sunshine
With your feet in the sand, surrounded by the tranquility of nature, or soaking up the energy of a new city?
At Pestana, there’s a destination for every lifestyle, whatever your pace, setting, or company.
Choose your vacation destination and book your stay now at one of our hotels or Pousadas de Portugal.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
In order to a enjoy 10% discount, book at least 4 consecutive nights at participating Pousadas, including 2 mandatory consecutive nights in at least 2 different Pousadas, and discover landscapes, flavours, and legends that make Portugal an unforgettable destination.
Conditions:
• 3 mandatory consecutive nights in at least 2 different Pousadas
• Nights booked with Vouchers, Gift Cards or other offers are not counted
• Bookings and stays until 31/12/2026
• The offer is not applicable for stays between: 01/06/2026 and 15/09/2026 | 30/12/2026 and 31/12/2026
Includes all Pousadas except: Pousada de Lisboa, Pousada do Porto, Pousada Castelo Alvito, Pousada Convento Belmonte, Pousada Ourém, Pousada Valença e Pousada Bragança.
Contact us at (+351) 210 158 100 or via Whatsapp.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
What our clients are saying
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Beautiful historical building. We were...Beautiful historical building. We were there in winter and the rooms are cosy and warm. There are several rooms where we can enjoy a nice talk. The fireplace...• Google • 03-01-2026
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A beautiful hotel with amazing...A beautiful hotel with amazing service, luxury rooms, and delicious dining.• Google • 30-12-2025
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always a joy. beautiful work by souto...always a joy. beautiful work by souto mouro and the pestana team.• Google • 30-12-2025
Breakfast options include buffet.
-Outdoor Pool
-Game Room
-Water Sports
-Fishing
-Bird Watching
-Bike Rides
-Horse Rides
With Pestana Guest Club you can enjoy the following advantages and many others:
- From 10% discount on the value of stay
- 10% discount on restaurants and bars