Palace Hotel do Bussaco

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Palace Hotel do Bussaco

Set in the Bussaco National Forest, this 5-star hotel is housed in 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 Palace Hotel do Bussaco’s restaurant. It is decorated with paintings by João Vaz, Moresque ceilings and exotic-wood floors. Guests can try a glass of rare Port vintage at the bar. The individually decorated rooms have a classic décor and a satellite TV for a modern twist. They all include period furniture, ranging from 18-century to Art-Nouveau pieces, and some rooms overlooks 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. Located in the heart of the Serra do Bussaco, Palace Hotel do Bussaco is about 29 km from Coimbra.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 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

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Availability

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2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Barbara
Canada Canada
“The palace is stunning architecture with so much amazing history. The forest behind the palace is absolutely beautiful with many wonderful hikes, including a hike up a mountain for breathtaking views. Also a great hike from the palace to Luso to...”
Debbie
Canada Canada
“Everything was great. The space, the room. Beds were comfy. Only had breakfast here, but they provided a large assortment.”
Sydney
Canada Canada
“The location is magnificent. The palace is set within the National Forest and boasts many trails. All very photogenic and easy to walk. The room we had was small - the beds were comfortable. There is a large lounge bar and an outdoor terrace. The...”
Dave
Portugal Portugal
“Historic buildings in a amazing setting where you step back in time to the king’s own summer palace with incredible architecture and stunning tiled artwork and lovely grounds.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The architecture of the building was outstanding, the grounds were interesting”
Sue
Australia Australia
“The Palace Hotel was amazing. The rooms are very small and plain but had what you needed. The rest of the building made up for it, so special to see. Our dinner at the restaurant was delicious. Beautiful grounds to walk around. Loved our stay.”
Julie
Australia Australia
“Magnificent history, this was my second visit to the Palace Bussaco I would highly recommend it to my friends. I had 2 friends with me, we are travelling around Europe. They say this is the most memorable and exquisite place they have stayed🤗”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning building and grounds. It’s a very special location. Beautiful architecture, azulejo tiles and a profound sense of history in this old hunting ‘lodge’ (palace). Comfortable bed, huge bath, plenty of hot water and other original fittings....”
Dee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The building and location were unique and stupendous. The building was exceptional.”
David
Australia Australia
“The ambience of the public spaces is wonderful. Dinner was a surprise treat. All staff were friendly & helpful Location in middle of the Bussaco Forest is magic - would have loved more time to explore.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurante Mesa Real
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

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

Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

License number: 565