Two years redefining hospitality in Alentejo: Happy 2nd Anniversary Hilton Garden Inn Évora!

Today, Hilton Garden Inn Évora is celebrating its second anniversary. Developed by Mercan Properties and managed by AHM – Ace Hospitality Management, the hotel is a symbol of international quality and local authenticity, contributing to the development of Évora and the Alentejo region, with job creation and city dynamics.

Opened in May 2023, Hilton Garden Inn Évora was the first Mercan Properties investment in Alentejo and the first hotel in the city with Hilton’s brand. Located just minutes from Évora’s historic center, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 4-star hotel reflects Mercan’s vision of sustainable urban development, cultural integration, and economic impact by creating value for the local communities as well.

Inspired by nature and heritage

Hilton Garden Inn Évora combines contemporary elegance with the natural elements, having its interior design drawing inspiration from the four classical elements: Air, Earth, Fire, and Water. It gives a unique and welcoming environment that both leisure and business travelers seek.

This elegant accommodation has a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, a fully equipped gym, and a stunning rooftop terrace featuring a heated pool with panoramic views over the city. You’ll find that the best place to watch the sunset is at Hilton Garden Inn Évora.

The hotel has quickly become a local favorite. With its restaurant open to the local community, both travelers and residents regularly gather here to celebrate festive moments such as Valentine’s Day, New Year’s Eve, and many other occasions.

Two years of recognition

With an 8.9 Booking rating, its comfort and friendly staff are always highlighted features from our guests, which was confirmed by the hotel nomination for "Best City Hotel" at the Publituris Portugal Travel Awards. In addition, Hilton Garden Inn Évora was evaluated at 96% Quality by Hilton Scoring – an echo of the hotel’s excellence at the multiple evaluated criteria, from host satisfaction, to cleaning and maintenance.

Behind every successful project is a dedicated team. At Hilton Garden Inn Évora, two key professionals were recently honored at Xénios Awards 2025 for their exceptional work:

• Carolina Nogueira de Lemos, awarded Best Director of Sales/Marketing at the Xénios 2025 Awards for her strategic leadership and impact.
• André Ornelas, nominated for Best Young Hotel Director, was recognized for his role in shaping a culture of excellence and innovation.

To all our investors, partners, and teams: thank you for being part of this journey. We look forward to many more milestones - in Évora and beyond.