For setting and history this hotel scores very highly. The room was large and the bathroom excellent and there was a nespresso machine but don’t expect a lot of frills. The restaurant severs up hearty no nonsense fare. The traditional stew, described as a soup (Sopa Caramela) was a meal all by itself. The bream was unfussy and tasty and the noodles with prawns was also good. The crème brulee was home made and excellent where as the chocolate temptation which sounds exciting looked like a commercial chocolate fondant. The castle next door is great for an evening wander and sun set views before dinner.

If there was a weak point it was the breakfast pastries, you would expect the pastel de nata to be good but it was poor, other elements such as cheese, hams, yogurts were good, hot food was OK, just not hot. Note, there is no heating so a jumper is advisable for the evenings, if you need to warm up a bit there is heating in the bar and library

Pousada de Pamela is set in a truly beautiful location, offering breathtaking 360-degree views, especially at sunset from the terrace. The pousada’s historical charm adds to the experience, making it a fantastic base for exploring the nearby castle. The rooms are warm and comfortable, with real eiderdown duvets providing extra cosiness in winter. Some of the staff were exceptionally helpful, going out of their way to assist, while others were less attentive than expected. Breakfast was excellent, with a generous selection of breads, spreads, fruits, yoghurts, eggs, bacon, cakes, and more - plenty to suit all tastes. Though we didn’t try the restaurant for supper, the morning meal was a highlight.

A few small details could be improved. There was no coffee or tea-making facility in the room, which would have been a welcome touch. The lack of an electric outlet near the bed made charging a phone slightly inconvenient. There was also a stain in the bathtub, which was disappointing in an otherwise well-presented room. Overall, the stunning location and comfortable stay outweighed the minor inconveniences, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy a historical and scenic retreat.

The Pousada Castelo de Palmela is an amazing place. The Pousada is part of a Castle from the time of the Knights Templar and its right next to the ancient chapel of the Castle. The views of the surrounding towns of Palmela, Setubal and the National Park Arrabida are fantastic. The rooms are large and comfortable but don’t expect luxury as this was the rectory of an order of Warrior Monks. From the history of the Castelo and with what the Pousada offers if you’re traveling in this part of Portugal I highly recommend booking a couple nights to stay and explore!

I loved everything about the Pousada Castelo de Palmela!

Excellent breakfast, with multiple choices, fresh fruit, cheases and meat, a variety of hot and cold, bread, pastries. Everything freash and well presented. The setting around the courtyard inside the old monestary was really something to enjoy. Both evening dinner and breakfast is served in the same area. We had the meat on the menu. Prime choice!

If you are staying during high season, parking might be somewhat limited, at least if you want to park near the actual entrance to the posada. Not a big problem though, there is always something.

The location is great, right next to the castle. Parking was right out in front of the hotel. The staff was friendly, including the hardest working waiter in Portugal. We had a nice view of the valley from our room. It was a very quiet, relaxing stay there. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant and the dourada was fresh and grilled perfectly.

It’s not the hotel’s fault, but there was an odor coming from the paper mill in Setubal. I guess if the wind blows from the south, you get that up there.

Good location set within a castle on top of a hill overlooking the town. Good rooms which are large and same old style as all pousada's, good breakfast and bar but can't coment on the evening meal as we didn't eat there of a night.

Hotel is high so if you walk down it's a long way back up. All paths and roads are cobbles and are slippery when wet. Parking is shared with the castle which is open to rhe public so parking can be tight. Ignore the old man who tries to charge for parking as he's a local who has been at this for years, parking is free.

Hotel is stunning sitting on the top of a hill overlooking the town, in the castle grounds. Breakfast good as in any pousada. Didn't eat dinner so can't coment. Staff where all good and recommended to any body wanting to stay.

Hotel parking can be busy as it fills up for the castle visitors, ignore the old man trying to charge you for parking as he's trying it on. Hotel is on top of a steep hill so if your walking down to the town please bear in mind the walk back up. Cobbles can slippery when wet as all roads and paths are made of cobbles

The Pousada is in an excellent location, very nice views to Setubal and to the castle. The breakfast was outstanding, a lot of choice and good quality. The rooms are very large and have good air-conditioning. The reception was extremely helpful and friendly.

This is a very expensive hotel for Portugal taking into account that it has no swimming pool. The ironing room was dirty, unacceptable for such a hotel category. It is also quite difficult to arrive with the car.

Very quiet, comfortable, clean. We felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. The views are spectacular. Staff is wonderful. (Special shout out to Ana. She was the one we saw most of the time. Very friendly, very professional. I love how enthusiastic she was about the Castelo and the hotel property. She always made time to answer our questions and give recommendations.) Breakfast- in a word- FANTASTIC. Everything was fresh and delicious. The man who set up the buffet and tended the area was very nice and always made sure it was clean and stocked.

Hugo, the gentleman that checked us in is the same kind, interesting and helpful person who greeted us when we first looked at the hotel a few weeks prior to staying there this first time. His talking with us and historical knowledge is undoubtedly a major reason why we returned to stay there. Our thanks to Hugo, for great conversation and a wonderful stay at Pasado Castelo de Pamela.