Pousada Rural Simpatia

Nice base camp for the excellent hiking trails close by.

Pros: The possibility to get fish food dinner! That was excellent after hard hiking.

Cons: Wifi was not working very well in the room.

Pros: The location in the mountains is superb.as are the friendly staff..Great meals provided, but you need to be clear what you ask for and perhaps ask the cook to limit the salt! The place employs local women which is admirable.

Cons: The management of reservations and rooms seems haphazard, and they appear to overbook. The place has the rustic vibes of a hostel or gite, so be flexible, especially when you see the hardship of the local surrounds. There is no internet upstairs, so I don't understand why the computer room sits idle upstairs when it could be moved downstairs!! No English spoken, so it would be an idea to clarify some points on a notice in English. It's a shame the lovely views on the balcony aren't maximized with some pot plants and tables to sit out there. Always full of washing, but that could be put aside if necessary. Whoever owns the place could do more to maximize its potential!

Pros: So friendly hosts! Fantastic view and a home cooked meal for dinner. Great breakfast! Very tasty and filling.

Pros: Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was extensive and a good start before hiking.

Cons: I suggest to upgrade the terrace by placing some tables, chairs and plants from where you can enjoy views of the surroundings, drink a beer and chat with other visitors.

Pros: an oasis calm & tranquility. Gorgeous location, spacious rooms with good beds, nice food....we loved it. Very recommended as the ladies are so kind and helpful.

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Pros: The beautiful view The staff very friendly The food The room very clean and comfortable + it's an association to help woman from the valley

Cons: Nothing...

Most amazing experience

Pros: Do not hesitate staying here. The people, the food, the place, the view, the neighbours, the little tea and biscuit after a long walk, making sure we have transport,... Nothing is to mutch to ask. The people make this place a little paradise!

Cons: - Not a lot of waterpressure out of the shower. - Maybe some lounge chairs on the terrace?

Pros: Great place. Runny a women’s association. Huge and tasty dinner and breakfast. Highly recommended. We hiked there from Espongeiros, also recommended. We did not meet any tourist on the way.

Beautiful location, friendly staff, absolutely amazing food and the fact that it’s run by a women’s cooperative. This pl

Pros: Everything! Beautiful location, friendly staff, absolutely amazing food and the fact that it’s run by a women’s cooperative. This place was such a great find!

Pros: It is a very good place, if you look for an authentic village. It is managed by the local women association, and it is managed well. All is clean and well-kept. Good local food. The village is very quiet. The view is spectacular and the sunsets are idyllic. The village nightlife concentrates around a shop run by Antonio and it is a good place to meet the villagers. They welcome visitors. I posted more stories and images at nomadicmind.org