Hotel Sao Joao De Deus by RIDAN Hotels

Hotels
8.2 (5339 reviews)
Largo São João de Deus, 1 , Elvas , pt

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Beautiful historic building
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort concerns
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Several comments about maintenance issues and uncomfortable odors.
Service
9.01
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.05
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.5
Reports of discomfort in room quality, including issues with heating and furnishings.
Amenities
8.03
Amenities were generally satisfactory but had room for improvements.
Value for Money
8.09
Some reviews suggest the experience didn't meet 4-star expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.54
Breakfast and some dining options received mixed reviews, indicating areas for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.51
Overall positive experiences with some notable criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 06:45

Property Description

Historic Setting
Hotel São João De Deus, located in a converted convent in the World Heritage city of Elvas, offers a unique and historic setting for your stay. The shady gardens and pool overlooking the walled town create a serene atmosphere for guests to relax and unwind.

Comfortable Accommodation
The charming rooms at Hotel São João De Deus provide a comfortable retreat, equipped with free WiFi and a work desk. The 24-hour reception ensures that guests' needs are attended to promptly and efficiently, enhancing the overall stay experience.

Convenient Location
Conveniently situated just 12 km from Badajoz in Spain and a short 4-minute drive from the Elvas Bus Station, Hotel São João De Deus offers easy access to nearby attractions. With free private parking available, guests can explore the area with ease and peace of mind.

Book your stay at Hotel São João De Deus for a blend of history, comfort, and convenience.

Important information:

Please note that the pool is only available from 10 of June to 15 of October 2023.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BJZ

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 5339 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.03
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 7.54
Overall Experience: 8.51
J
juan antonio couple es
5
Buenas instalaciones con pésimo, mantenimiento y limpieza.
Pros:

Tamaño de las habitaciones

Cons:

Nos tuvieron que cambiar la habitación con balcón y vistas porque había una gran cucaracha en la habitación y la que nos dieron tenía mucho polvo y las toallas tenían agujeros y no tenía balcón ni vistas. El desayuno muy pobre

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
H
Henrique couple pt
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
J
joseph solo_traveller es
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
S
Santos solo_traveller pt
8
Pros:

Da limpeza e da casa de banho enorme.

Cons:

O chuveiro não tinha muita pressão e o ar condicionado demorava a ativar.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Daniela solo_traveller pt
6
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Ignacio couple es
10
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Susanne couple de
9
Pros:

Tolles Hotel in der Stadtmauer, wir waren 2017 schon dort und waren von der Lage begeistert.
Sehr zentral gelegen, alles fußläufig erreichbar.
Super Frühstück im Garten möglich.

Cons:

Es war wieder sehr schön.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
R
RAFAEL couple es
1
Pros:

Res

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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T. Grad solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Die Lage war für mein Vorhaben perfekt gewesen, tolle Unterkunft mit einer besonderen Atmosphäre. Der schöne Innenhof und der Pool runden das ganze wundervoll ab. Der Ort ist kaum bis wenig auf Tourismus ausgelegt, was ich gut fand da man einen "echten" Eindruck erhalten konnte und das ganze nur unweit (ca. 15 km) bis zur spanischen Grenze.

Cons:

Leider hatte ich ein Zimmer in den Innenbereich des Hotels, was für "offene" Fenster nicht optimal gewesen ist. Wiederum konnte ich bei meinen Aufenthalt einen wundervollen Chor erleben, welchen ich sonst so vllt. nie wahrgenommen hätte. Das Frühstück war eine große Überraschung für mich, am Ende nur zweckmäßig aber nicht hervorzuheben. Der Ort leider in der Ortsmitte der Festungsanlage leider recht verschmutzt, was mit mehr Tourismus sicher anders wäre, aber dieser ist so wohl nicht gewünscht.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
B
Bruno extended_group pt
9
Pros:

O espeço em si e os funcionários, tudo excelente.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
M
Macarena extended_group es
10
Lo aconsejaría!!!
Pros:

Perfecto calidad- precio

Cons:

Nada

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
V
Vir2373 solo_traveller es
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
A
Adriana couple uy
7
Muy buena ubicación y personal amable, con aspectos a mejorar.
Pros:

La ubicación del hotel es excelente, muy cerca de los principales puntos de interés y rodeada de muy buenos restaurantes. Esto permitió desplazarnos cómodamente a pie durante toda la estancia. También destaco la amabilidad del personal, que siempre fue atento y cordial. La habitación tenía un tamaño adecuado y resultó cómoda para una estancia de dos noches.

Cons:

En la habitación había solo una taza de café y un vaso de vidrio para dos personas (también había dos tazas de té). El minibar estaba vacío, sin ninguna botella de agua de cortesía, y los amenities del baño eran muy limitados. Además, el aire acondicionado era bastante ruidoso. No utilizamos el servicio de desayuno porque el precio nos pareció elevado.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Françoise couple fr
8
Bon séjour hôtel style portugais ancien
Pros:

Petit déjeuner agréable dans le jardin
Belle terrasse et jolie vue depuis la chambre

Cons:

Hôtel un peu vieillot

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
H
Helena solo_traveller pt
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
P
Pedro solo_traveller pt
7
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
T
Teixeira solo_traveller pt
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
A
Antero extended_group pt
4
Pros:

O edifício poderia dar para um hotel de charme.

Cons:

O serviço.
O pequeno almoço é uma desgraça.
Três máquinas de café e duas avariadas e uma a funcionar mal. A torradeira avariada. Os sumos de má qualidade.
Nunca vi nada assim num hotel de 4 estrelas.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Hélio couple pt
10
Edifício lindíssimo e localizado no centro de Elvas.
Pros:

Excelente localização e inserido num edifício de relevo histórico.

Cons:

Nada.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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QUERALT family_with_children fr
8
tres bon sejour
Pros:

très bel hôtel dans un ancien monastère, chambre ,piscine tout était parfait.

Cons:

rien

2026-06-14 via Nuitee