Conquistador Palace - Themed Hotel Inspired by João Sousa

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Located in the center of Guimarães, under a palatial building dating from 1827, this is the birth of a space that combines history, culture and a great passion. Founded by João Sousa, the Conquistador Palace is the result of his experiences as a tennis player and his connection to the city of Guimarães. The refinement of the original architectural features, the essence of the heritage value and the exclusivity of the decor capable of telling stories, make this space the ideal option for those looking for a sophisticated, relaxing and unique experience.

A story in every room

• Check-in: 3pm
• Check-out: 07h - 12h
• Breakfast: 07h - 10h (Mondays to Fridays) 08h - 11h (Saturdays and Sundays)
• Bar: 12h - 00h

João Sousa's achievements and experiences give name and concept to each of the 14 rooms. In addition to the comfort and refinement of the interior, you can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool and surrounding area, as well as a terrace with a privileged view of the beautiful historic area of the city of Guimarães.

Themed Hotel Rooms Inspired by João Sousa

Barcelona

Considered by many to be one of the world's tennis capitals, Barcelona occupies a very special place in João Sousa's heart and career. After all, at just 15 years old, he decided to emigrate to this city on his own with the aim and dream of becoming a professional tennis player. This room takes us back to his early years as a young tennis player.

Shanghai

It belongs to the ATP1000 tournaments in world tennis and is the only one of its kind held on Chinese soil. We're talking about the Rolex Shanghai Masters, the tournament that inspired the creation of this room. It was in Shanghai that João Sousa's best record was reaching the second round in 2018 and 2019.

Toronto

Communicating with Madrid room

Along with Montreal, Toronto hosts the Rogers Cup, a tournament held every August. João Sousa has played in the main draw four times and continues to work towards the podium. A room with a privileged view of the city and with the option of direct access to the Madrid room.

Miami

Did you know that the Miami Open is the tournament where the Portuguese community has the biggest presence? It's part of the ATP1000 and has hosted João Sousa eight times in the main draw, with his best finish coming in the fourth round in 2018. A room where you can relax in the bathtub and enjoy a direct view of the pool.

Madrid

Right next door, the Spanish capital gives its name to this room. It's inspired by one of the cathedrals of the clay-court world, the Madrid Open, where João Sousa has played in the main draw on five occasions, his best finish being the fourth round in 2019. A suite with a privileged view of the city and with the option of direct access to the Toronto room.

Rome

Held in Rome, on one of the most acclaimed clay courts in the world, the Foro Italico takes place every year in May. This is where João Sousa came through, with his best record being the second round in 2016 and 2019. A room with direct access to the hotel terrace and a view of the pool.

Estoril

It was in Estoril that João Sousa made Portuguese tennis history with his famous victory over American Frances Tiafoe in the final of the 2018 Millennium Estoril Open. A unique quarter that reminds us of one of the most emblematic achievements in Portuguese tennis.

New York

The prestigious American city where the US Open is held, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments, gives its name to this quarter. Here, João Sousa has played in the main draw eight times, with his best result coming in the fourth round in 2018 against the Serb Novak Djokovic. From the room's balcony you can enjoy a fantastic view over the city of Guimarães.

Melbourne

Melbourne is home to one of the world's most important tennis events. With eight appearances at the Australian Open, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments, João Sousa achieved the best records in the third round in 2015, 2016 and 2019. A quarter with the refinement of a Grand Slam.

London

London hosts one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world. The famous Wimbledon, the third in a series of four Grand Slam tournaments, is held annually in July and has hosted João Sousa on seven occasions. His best record came in 2019, in the fourth round against Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal.

Monte Carlo

The Rolex Monte Carlo Masters, held in Monaco, is considered one of the most luxurious tournaments in the world. The fourth Monte Carlo celebrates João Sousa's five appearances, in which he achieved his best records in the second round in 2015, 2016 and 2017. To appreciate every detail, enjoy and relax.

Valencia

It was at the Valencia Open in 2015 that João Sousa won his second title on the world tennis circuit. This victory marked the history of Portuguese tennis and was the second on the world tennis circuit won by a Portuguese player. A room where you can relax and enjoy the view over the beautiful city of Vimaranense.

Paris

Held in the French capital, the Roland Garros tournament needs no introduction. With a wonderful view over the city, in this room we pay tribute to the world's most important clay-court tournament. João Sousa has played here on ten occasions, reaching the second round in 2013, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

Kuala Lumpur

It was in Kuala Lumpur that, at the age of just 24, João Sousa won his first title on the world tennis circuit, beating Frenchman Julien Bennetau in the final. This is a room with a very particular essence that reminds us of an achievement that has gone down in the history of Portuguese tennis.