Very interesting concept. Huge renovated home to have six spacious ensuite units with a romantic feel. Large common areas both indoors and outdoor areas for lounging - away from the street view and noise (except the church bells). Common breakfast area. With a lock box at the door you can let yourself in and find ice-tea and a snack waiting for you. Included breakfast is fresh, plentiful and well presented - very pleasant host(s) are there to welcome you. Tip if staying there: park the car behind the castle before heading to the front door. (Parking is free and overnight is permitted.)

This guest house was a big surprise its modest front hides a really lovely space. The room we had was quite small with a mezzanine bed,that said it was very comfortable. The grounds and communal areas are lovely. The breakfast is beautifully prepared and presented, so much more interesting than the conventional hotel buffet. The pool looked good but we didn’t try it. The very central location makes it an excellent base to explore the city. Highly recommended.

We were enchanted by this place, the communal spaces are so peaceful and we were lucky to have the entire place to ourselves. Listening to Amalia Rodrigues by the fire will stay with us for a long time. We met lovely Maria who kindly prepared our breakfast and accommodated our timings. We also met the host Sara, and we were pleased to hear the house has been in her family for over a century - they transformed the space preserving the essence so well. A truly delightful experience.

Everything was exceptional.

The location of the Guest House near to the Castle and 10 mins bus ride from the station was a key determinant in staying at Aljana. The spacious and well designed public areas were welcome. Breakfast was carefully prepared and delicious. The courtyard offered a relaxing option to enjoy the sound of swifts and house martins.

The bedroom was rather small and located on a mezzanine floor. OK for us but some guests may find the stairs difficult and the roped barrier to the ground floor disconcerting.

The setting the house the gardens and location are beautiful. The breakfast was outstanding!!

The rooms we were in were tiny and the stairs going up to the ‘bedroom’ (loft!) were very steep and inconvenient for 65-70 yr olds😀 There wasn’t room to open our cases (not big ones😀) but everything was beautiful. We booked a bigger room in square meters but when I called she said it’s a king bed not suite, although it definitely said meters. The older couple with mobility issues had problems to get up and down. I’m sure the other rooms are stunning - just make sure if get confined in small spaces or mobility problems

The location was adequate, near the castle, parking was convenient and cost-free. The common area was comfortable and nicely appointed. The breakfast was very good.

We were surprised that our unit (#7) had tight, steep stairs to the bed in a loft. The stairs can be precarious and guests should be advised this unit has that situation. I don't think the other rooms had a loft. The lower portion of the unit was very small and uncomfortable. The price for this unit was a little too high for what we got.

The interior was lovely, with the fireplace and sitting area. The room was ideal for my needs and quite cosy. The host recommended a choral service that night in the Catedral next door that made a nice change. The evening platter was very nice as well and more than enough for one hungry cyclist

The rooms outside do have steep stairs. More a warning than a dislike 🙂

Really loved our stay at Aljana house, all attention to details, lovely outdoors was inspiring. Bed was amazing and I appreciate little details in the room - few lavender stick on the bed and water with orange skin. Breakfast was something to remember. Thank you!

The city was not the best, a-lot of strange people. I was actually not feeling comfortable walking alone.

900 year old building, freshly renovated but with the old structure left intact. Great interior design. Wonderfully stylish! Fantastic breakfast! Super cool courtyard next to the cathedral. Best dinner in Beja available upon request (charcuterie board, needs to be ordered a few hours ahead).

Rooms in the main building are poorly soundproofed to the common areas/kitchen (where breakfast is prepared very early in the morning), bring ear plugs.

Impeccably run, tastefully designed conversion of a small historic building. Was a pleasure to stay there and learn of its family history from the owner. Worth taking them up on their offer to leave a cold supper of fruit, meats and cheeses if you are arriving late - beautifully presented. The breakfast was also the best we have had on our tour of Portugal with produce from the family farm and fresh baked bread. Highly recommended.