Pousada De Arraiolos

Surrounded by beautiful countryside of the Alentejo region, the Pousada de Arraiolos Hotel Nossa Sra. Assunção is just outside the sleepy town of Arraiolos, Portugal, which is famous for its brightly coloured needleworked rugs and Arraiolos carpets, which are still made according traditional techniques. You can also visit Arraiolos's 14th century castle, the town walls and its two Renaissance and Baroque churches. There are lots of outdoor pursuits to try in the countryside around Arraiolos, such as shooting for game, canoeing, off roading and walking. The Pousada Nossa Senhora Assunção in Arraiolos is located within the white-washed walls of a 16th century convent, which has been fully-restored into a modern luxury hotel. A beautiful place to stay, guests are sure to marvel at the convent's 17th century church and its splendid façade with gargoyles and a Manueline portal, as well as its lively interior, decorated with blue and white painted ceramic tiles ( azulejos ) featuring scenes from the bible. There is also an elegant 2-storey cloister , built in a late Renaissance style with Tuscan columns on the ground floor and Doric columns on the first floor. While enjoying a wonderful holiday at the Pousada de Arraiolos Hotel Nossa Sra. Assunção, you can enjoy long swims in the hotel's swimming pool , gourmet cuisine in its restaurant or challenge your partner, son or daughter to a game of tennis . Horse riding can also be arranged and there is a special kids club available during August and September. The hotel also offers wireless Internet access.