Dom Afonso Henriques

August, 1643 (Lisbon, Portugal) – September, 1683 (Sintra, Portugal)

The Royal With View – Dom Afonso Henriques offers charm and comfort for up to two guests. Decorated in fresh blue and white tones, with elegant floral wallpaper, this room features two single beds, a beautifully styled rug, and two comfortable armchairs that create a cosy seating area.

The private balcony reveals captivating city views, while the remarkable bathroom, adorned with floral details, adds a refined touch to the space. Amenities include a Delta coffee machine, minibar, TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, hairdryer, and safe. Complimentary coffee and water are provided throughout your stay for an enhanced experience.

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  • Up to 2 People
  • 18 m2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Balcony
  • City View
  • Coffee Machine
  • Mini Bar
  • Television
  • Free WiFi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Offer of Delta Coffee and Water throughout your Stay
Cozy attic room with chairs, rug, and angled glass wall near a bathroom.
Ornate bathroom with a mirrored ceiling and elegant fixtures.
Attic room with chairs, patterned wallpaper, rug, and small side table.
Cityscape view with red roofs, trees, and a clear blue sky.

In Honor of...

Dom Afonso Henriques

Cityscape with red rooftops, trees, and a clear blue sky.

Dom Afonso Henriques, also known as the Conqueror, was the first King of Portugal and the founding figure of the Portuguese nation. Son of Count Henry of Burgundy and Teresa of León, Afonso was born into a politically turbulent period in the Iberian Peninsula.

In 1128, he famously defeated his own mother at the Battle of São Mamede, taking control of the County of Portugal. From there, he pursued independence from the Kingdom of León and led countless military campaigns against the Moors. In 1143, Portugal’s autonomy was recognized, and in 1179, Pope Alexander III formally acknowledged Afonso as King.

During his reign, he expanded Portuguese territory southward, capturing key cities like Santarém and Lisbon, and laid the foundations of the Portuguese kingdom.

He died in 1185 in Coimbra, where he is buried at the Monastery of Santa Cruz. Dom Afonso Henriques is remembered as a determined and visionary leader — the warrior-king who transformed a small county into an independent nation, earning his place as a national hero in Portuguese history.