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The large former sanatorium building among pines on the mountain slope© Pousadas de Portugal

Hotel · Serra da Estrela

Pousada Serra da Estrela

A pousada in the former sanatorium at Penhas da Saúde, remade by Souto Moura, with a heated indoor pool, spa, games room and children's club.

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With a dog
One small dog per room, up to 15 kg, with a supplement of €30 per night

Penhas da Saúde · Former sanatorium · Indoor and outdoor pool · Spa · Small dogs allowed

Sleeping in the old sanatorium

The pousada is at Penhas da Saúde, on the slope of Covilhã, in the building of the mountain's former sanatorium, which the architect Eduardo Souto Moura restored while respecting its lines. The arched windows of the restaurant look onto the mountain. For large families there are connecting rooms with a sofa bed, up to eight people.

Pools, spa and games

It has a heated indoor pool all year round for guests, an outdoor pool in summer among gardens, sauna, Turkish bath and spa (from 9:00 to 18:00). For children, a games room and children's club. It is also a hotel for cyclists, and accepts one small dog per room, up to 15 kg, for €30 a night. Free parking.

Eating

The restaurant mixes traditional mountain dishes with a modern approach; lunch is from 13:00 to 15:00. The bar opens from 11:00 to midnight, with a wine corner and boards of the region's cheeses and cured meats.

Getting there

By the N339 from Covilhã, where the CP Intercidades arrives from Lisbon. Torre is a short drive up the same road, which in winter is often closed by snow. Check-in from 15:00 and check-out until 12:00.

Practical details

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 12:00

Details checked on 12 November 2026.

Facilities

  • Indoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family rooms
  • Bike storage
  • Garden
Policies
Pets
One dog of up to 15 kg per room, €30 per night

Tips

  • Ask for a connecting room If you are a group, it is the way to sleep together.
  • Bring swimwear in winter The indoor pool is heated all year round.

Frequently asked questions

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, one small one per room, up to 15 kg, with a €30 supplement per night.

Does it have a pool?

Heated indoor all year round and outdoor in summer.

Where is it?

At Penhas da Saúde, on the N339, in the municipality of Covilhã.

By carLuxuryWith young childrenAs a familyWith teenagersWith a dog

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