Pousada de Juventude da Serra da Estrela is inserted in the scenic area of Serra da Estrela Natural Park. The unit is just 6.2 mi from the nearest ski resort. The Pousada features accommodations in gender-specific dormitory rooms, as well as in private twin rooms. The dormitories have access to shared bathroom facilities, while the twin rooms have their own private bathroom. Free WiFi access is available. Guests may cook their own meals in the communal kitchen or purchase snacks and drinks from the onsite vending machines available. Alternatively, a wide range of eateries is within 6.2 mi, many of them serving traditional Portuguese meals. Guests may go hiking or cycling in order to better enjoy discovering the area. The Natural Park has a rich animal and plant life, several picnic spots and hiking trails. Manteigas is within 12 mi of the Pousada, as is Covilhã and its train station. Porto International Airport is 132 mi from the Pousada de Juventude da Serra da Estrela.