Celebrating World Heritage Évora in a former Royal Residence Convento do Espinheiro Historic Hotel & Spa is a luxurious hotel located in Évora – classified by UNESCO as a “ World Heritage City “ The building was originally a convent dating back to the XVth century and considered a national monument which was frequently used by Portuguese Kings when visiting Évora. The convent’s church still hosts one of the most prestigious pantheons of Portuguese noble families. Now, it is a magnificent 92 guest room hotel, set in a beautiful garden area of approximately eight hectares. It’s picturesque surroundings make it the perfect spot for enjoying the Portuguese countryside. Every afternoon our concierge leads our guests through a historical guided tour, where they may get acquainted with the secrets of the Convent, Évora and Portugal. The tour ends inside the convent’s gothic cistern, where our sommelier pampers the guest with a local wine degustation. Our Chef’s slow food approach to gastronomy grants our guest the best meal experience based on the local products, grown directly in our vegetable farm. The scenic beauty of the Alentejo and the abundance and quality of the heritage found in its archaeology, its monuments, its architecture and its gastronomy and wines, make it an exceptional destination. Travelers’ are invited to experience the region’s wine route, which will lead them to some of world’s most renowned wineries and olive-oil producers.