Palace Hotel do Bussaco

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

In the Bussaco National Forest, this 5-star hotel occupies the hunting palace of the last Portuguese kings. Its elegant restaurant offers a range of exclusive Bussaco wines. Classic French cuisine and traditional Portuguese dishes are served at Palace Hotel do Bussaco’s restaurant. It is decorated with paintings by João Vaz, Moorish ceilings and exotic hardwood floors. Guests can try a glass of rare Port vintage at the bar. The individually decorated rooms have a classic décor and satellite TV for a modern twist. They all include antique furniture, ranging from 18-century to Art Nouveau pieces, and some rooms overlook the hotel’s extensive gardens. Palace Hotel do Bussaco is an excellent example of Manueline-Gothic architecture. Its richly decorated corridors feature antique furnishings, large paintings and traditional Portuguese glazed tiles. In the heart of the Serra do Bussaco, Palace Hotel do Bussaco is about 18 miles from Coimbra.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Lawrence
United States United States
“Food was very good, grounds were beautiful, bathrooms were nice and roomy.”
Bridget
United States United States
“Excellent concierge assistance from Pedro and all the staff Breakfast omelette and dinner were superb Beautiful al fresco dining opportunities”
Villar
Portugal Portugal
“The hotel and natural surroundings are beautiful. The main building is, in itself, a jewel.”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“The beauty and uniqueness of the palace and the grounds!! Fun and comfortable-wish we could have stayed longer.”
David
United States United States
“Wonderful facility in a former king’s hunting estate.”
Manuel
United States United States
“We absolutely loved the entire “Downtown Abbey” feel of the accommodations. The incredible history and elegance of every part of the Palace was truly memorable. The grounds and surroundings were so beautiful! The staff were professional,...”
Brian
United States United States
“Exquisite building, delicious breakfast and gorgeous garden.”
John
Canada Canada
“It is a beautiful building situated in a secluded part of Portugal, yet it is really quite close to Porto. It is an older building that has a lot of charm and it is easy to find oneself transformed to an earlier time. The breakfast was exceptional...”
Carla
United States United States
“Amazing experience. Love the staff, the location, everything.”
Whitney
United States United States
“Staff, breakfast, location. Bussaco forest was awesome!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurante Mesa Real
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Amenities of Palace Hotel do Bussaco

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

Palace Hotel do Bussaco takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that when booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please present the credit card used to secure your reservation when you check in at the property.

If you are paying with a credit card from another holder, please provide the hotel with the following documents before arrival:

- Letter of authorization with the cardholder's signature;

- Photocopy of the credit card of the holder (front and back of the card with the signature of the holder).

Please note that the hotel may contact the cardholder to verify the information provided.

Please inform Palace Hotel do Bussaco of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 565

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