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.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available at the hotel


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2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 497 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the stunning <b>location</b> and beautiful gardens of this historic accommodation. The <b>breakfast</b> and <b>friendly staff</b> were also highly praised. However, <b>room comfort</b> and the restaurant received mixed reviews, with some guests noting outdated <b>facilities</b> and a need for refurbishment.
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Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Luso

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maria
    Sweden Sweden
    Beautiful castle and interesting surroundings. We appreciated the presentation of the history of the building when we checked in. Wonderful breakfast.
  • Lars
    Spain Spain
    Perfect Dinner and Breakfast and very service minded staff. A very special place to stay, we would love to come back.
  • Allen
    Belgium Belgium
    It really is a palace. If you are wondering if you should go or not, you should definitely go.
  • Eli
    Israel Israel
    The place is amazing , quiet, elegant and very beautiful
  • Sedward
    Canada Canada
    Incredible environment. A relic of the past surrounded by an ancient forest. Simply magical.
  • Matylda
    Portugal Portugal
    Palace Hotel do Bussaco is like stepping into a fairy tale! The stunning architecture and rich history make you feel like royalty. From the enchanting forest surroundings to the beautifully preserved interiors, it's a magical escape that...
  • Laing
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    A good experience for a Palace stay. Room is small, but the terrace drawn back some points. Staffs are good, car park is next to the accommodation.
  • Madeleine
    Australia Australia
    The ambience of staying in an old world palace! Such incredible decor & loved the history & the garden’s & natural forest surroundings
  • Gavin
    Australia Australia
    Great historical experience, dining and staff good.
  • Christine
    Portugal Portugal
    For us this quality of hotel was a special treat and we were not disappointed. It is full of amazing art and carvings and you really are staying in a royal Palace. When you check in the staff give you a personal tour and explain the history. They...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurante Mesa Real
    • Cuisine
      Portuguese
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Facilities of Palace Hotel do Bussaco

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors

  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Media & Technology

  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning services

    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Car hire
    • Chapel/shrine
    • Lift
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Portuguese

    House rules
    Palace Hotel do Bussaco takes special requests - add in the next step!

    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.
    This property accepts
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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