Bussaco Palace Hotel

Mountain hotel in Mealhada with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bussaco Palace Hotel, a luxury historic hotel in the mountains, offers breathtaking views and indulgent amenities. Savor French cuisine at Sala de Jantar Real or unwind on the scenic terrace surrounded by lush gardens. With laundry facilities, luggage storage, and helpful staff previous guests have praised.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Car hire on-site
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
£117
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Why we love this property

Taste of France
Savour authentic French cuisine at the on-site restaurant. This hotel offers a free continental breakfast, with a relaxing bar for evening drinks.
Luxury sleep comforts
Wrapped in plush dressing gowns, guests savour delights from 24-hour room service. The minibar adds indulgence to this luxury hotel's comfort.

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

Very good
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Superior Double or Twin Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

Good
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Excellent
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Mata do Bussaco, Luso, Mealhada, 3050-261

What's nearby

  • National Forest of Bussaco - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Termas de Luso - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 31 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Coimbra University - 32 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Costa Nova Beach - 58 min drive - 76.9 km

Getting around

  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 148 min drive
  • Luso-Bucaço Station - 11 min drive
  • Mealhada Pampilhosa Station - 20 min drive
  • Coimbra Station - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira Rocha - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Theatro Caffe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burguer King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pedro dos Leitões - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Cote D'azur - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Bussaco Palace Hotel

Enjoy your visit to Mealhada with a stay at Bussaco Palace Hotel. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Sala de Jantar Real, which serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Conference space (560 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • On-site car hire
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1912
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Sala de Jantar Real – This brasserie specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 1035
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Bussaco Palace
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Bussaco Palace Hotel Mealhada
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Hotel Bussaco
Hotel Palace Bussaco
Palace Bussaco
Palace Hotel Bussaco
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Bussaco Palace Hotel Hotel Mealhada

Frequently asked questions

Does Bussaco Palace Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bussaco Palace Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Bussaco Palace Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Yes, Sala de Jantar Real offers French cuisine.

What's the area around Bussaco Palace Hotel like?

Bussaco Palace Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from National Forest of Bussaco.

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Bussaco Palace Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as very good, excellent, and fantastic with a wide variety of options. (24 reviews)
  • Plenty of parking and easy to find, with a beautiful park setting nearby. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved the palace. Enjoyed lounging in the bar and restaurant as well as our room. Also amazing grounds and hiking with great views right outside the door. Lox at breakfast delicious. Our stay couldn’t have been better.
View from trail
miriam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Entire place was awesome
Fernando, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fresh and many choices
Joe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fully loved our stay. Reasonably priced, superb breakfast, amazing grounds. Well done to the staff too!
donald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was amazing! The room was very clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was perfect. The balcony view and parking were great too. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back.
Max, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful customer service, beautiful place
Patricia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Amazing place!
stefania, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and property. So much history in the building. Would definitely stay there again!
Antonio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, excellent grounds, nice trails and an amazing timeless palace with incredible architecture from the past centuries.
Joaquim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff and a beautiful surroundings.
roger, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grand old palace treated like you are a royal gues

This is a grand old (1800) palace built by a king as a hunting lodge in the middle of a lush forest. If you want to enjoy a grand magical stay with service that makes one feel like they stayed in a kings palace of long ago this is it! We absolutely loved it. Had dinner in the hotel,Excellant.
Kay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

amazing stay. the hiking trains are beautiful.
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. rooms a bit outdated. But we had a great stay .
Olga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible hotel. wonderful stay. Very old building.
Keith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay, friendly stuff, room was small and dark, didn't had a palace feel but building itself is beautiful. Very good breakfast. Lots of parking!
Nataliya, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

the property is an old palace absolutely gorgeous the grounds as well .very nice breakfast mid of the row rooms just ok
joao, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

You are staying in a 19th century palace built for the king of portugal. It is old and in need of restoration but thats not the point. You are staying in time capsule museum. If that is your jam then you will dig it. For everyone else, there are plenty of Marriots.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The food at the palace was excellent. The grounds around the buildings are beautiful and extensive. There are Kms of lovely trails through the trees.
Christina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Place good for relaxing and enjoying nature.
Leila Margarida, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous historical hotel
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose at check-in was amazing. He went above and beyond to ensure all our questions were answered. He gave us information on the historical significance of everything around the palace and helped us arrange transportation.
Dennis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the history!!!
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel and grounds are beautiful and furnishings were suited to the era of when it was built. The breakfast was excellent and included with our stay. There is only one option for dinner and it was pricey. There is no wi-fi in the room, only the area near the bar. The TV in the room only has Portuguese channels. It would have been nice to have music playing in the bar/lounge.
karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall amazing stay, can’t wait to come again!
Christopher, 1-night trip