Since its erection in 1960, the pousada has been constantly improved to cater to the increasing number of visitors who want to see this most south-westerly corner of Europe and to learn something of the history of the man who gave his name to it, Infante D. Henrique, Portuguese for Prince Henry, the son of King João I and his English-born queen Philippa Lancaster, who founded a navigation school here early in the 15th century. It has 51 rooms in total, as well as air conditioning, a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, lift access, a café, bar, TV room, restaurant, conference facilities and room service. Internet access and a laundry service are available for a fee. Parking facilities are also available.
