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Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels

4.0 star property
Hotel in Elvas with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Classic Room (Interior) | Lounge
Exterior detail
Children’s activities

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Explore the area

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Largo São João de Deus, 1, Elvas, 7350-200
  • Place, Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Amoreira Aqueduct
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Elvas Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Badajoz (BJZ-Talavera La Real)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room (Interior)

Classic Room (Interior)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Historical Room

Historical Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Elvas

Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels puts you in the heart of Elvas, steps from Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Elvas and within a 10-minute stroll of Municipal Garden. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Elvas hotel include Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção and Praca da Republica.

What's nearby

  • Praca da Republica - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Amoreira Aqueduct - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elvas Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castelo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Elvas Station - 5 min walk
  • Badajoz (BJZ-Talavera La Real) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Tif Taf - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sweet Lemon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald’s - Elvas - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪A Nossa Pastelaria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Paloma - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels

Hotel in Elvas with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 377 square feet (35 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Elvas hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 377 sq ft of conference space
  • 35 sq. m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels offers 56 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Elvas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 12.5 for adults and from EUR 12.5 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - PT508814324
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The tax ID number is PT508814324. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 7524

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 10 June and close on 15 October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8 PM

Property is also known as

Deus Hotel
Hotel São João de Deus
Hotel São João de Deus Elvas
São João de Deus Elvas
Hotel São João Deus Elvas
Hotel São João Deus
São João Deus Elvas
Hotel São João de Deus
Sao Joao Deus By Ridan Hotels
Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels Hotel
Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels Elvas
Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels Hotel Elvas

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels on 1 Dec 2025 start from AU$83.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

Yep, Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels has a free self car park.

Does Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels have a pool?

Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9 AM to 8 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June 10 to October 15).

What makes Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

No, Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Hotel São João de Deus by RIDAN Hotels Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 355 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold, ants and extremely hot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the reception staff. The restaurant is excellent. The room was very spacious with a very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Americo

The history behind the hotel was very interesting to learn, it was a convent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love starting here … very friendly staff and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roni-Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is excellent. The stay not great. I don't recommend an interior rooms as the temperature was out of our control(hot and stuffy). They kindly gave us a new room when asked. A 4 star rating is to high...ex. paper cups, no chairs on the terrace. Even with a language barrier, the staff could be more friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location

Nice hotel even if it is a bit tired looking. Nice garden area with plenty of shade if wanted. Lovely helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very central and has a great deal of character.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Travelled with family

Mixed feelings but overall disappointing

They did not provide us with the VIP treatment (welcome drinks) promised in my Hotels.com reservation. 3 euros for a beer at the hotel bar is crazy expensive for a small Portuguese town. On top of that, the two waiters were serving cocktails to themselves and drinking them in front of us. Surreal, I have never seen such thing in my life. I have been visiting hotels at least twice a month for business in more than 50 countries Hot water was not available in my room. Dinner was good at a decent price. The building is beautiful but should be taken care of better. Breakfast buffet is not a 4 star one. Far from it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Disliked: Staff & service

A cheap basic hotel in a good location.

The rooms were very basic not a bit like the one on the website. No bedside tables and nowhere to put things down as there was only one small table. There was only luke warm water to the sink and bath. When we arrived at reception we asked if the restaurant was open that evening and was told that it would be at 7.30pm. We arrived just after 8pm but there were no staff and we were told the bartender would be back in five minutes. 10 minutes later we found him but he said that there were no hot meals that evening and the restaurant was closed but he could make us a sandwich. Definitely Not 4 star.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

loan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
For dinner I ordered soup and when it came the soup was cold. I had to ask them to heat up the soup, which also tells me the soup was not fresh. Then when the main course spaghetti arrived, it was cold too and that's when I decided that was enough so I spoke to the waiter and he said he wouldn't charge me for the spaghetti since I didn't eat it. This four star hotel is overrated because it should be a one star hotel. Second time of staying at the same hotel I now see the true colors of the staff. Every time I asked a question, the red hair receptionist (forget her name) was always playing /shuffling paperwork as if she was too busy to even print me a receipt upon check-out. Check first to see who the kitchen staff is before you order the food. If it's Ines (the short lady with long hair) do not order and go somewhere else. She's also not friendly and never smiles at us. There are two Ines' in dinning. We gave this hotel a good rating at first but after the second time of staying there, we chaned our minds especially after receiving the cold food. We were blown out of our minds that this could be happening at a four star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

loan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whenever we needed new towels, the housekeeping staff would drop everything to accommodate us immediately. They would even shorten their lunch hour to meet our needs. The housekeeping employees work hard, they provide high quality care and services, they are dedicated to their job, and they go above and beyond 100 percent. Thank you to Dalila, Monica, Teresa, and Vera for their professionalism, warm greetings and big smiles everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, it’s huge with lots of common areas. Great staff; let me move rooms as mine was interior and too hot. Easy parking and walking to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a unique property. We love staying places with history and character and this certainly delivered. Great continental type breakfast, quiet and clean. Great area of Elvas as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely outstanding and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luís

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Historical building. Perfect location in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALINA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pauvre

Vieil hôtel désuet aux immenses couloirs déserts qui fait penser au Overlook Hotel du film The Shinning... Chambre peu confortable : aucune prise électrique autour du lit, il a fallu débrancher le téléviseur au milieu de la chambre pour recharger nos cellulaires. Pas de savon, de shampoing, de papiers mouchoirs. Éclairage médiocre. Pas de consigne pour les bagages, on vous propose de les laisser à côté de la porte d'entrée... Service nonchalant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wesley Ramos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, unique and with a Portuguese vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darwin, Fredericton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique, a bit quirky and special experience. Lovely place and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Elvas stop

Beautiful old monastry. Excellent room large with comfy bed. Useful mini bar fridge. Excellent breakfast Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place - was an old convent then a military hospital. The building was constructed in the 1600's so it just radiates with character. We loved the worn marble stairs and the winding passage ways. It also has sitting areas throughout the hotel where you can sit and read or gather to talk or check emails. The staff is also extremely friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024