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Bussaco Palace Hotel

Property class: 5 and above

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A spacious lobby with ornate chandeliers, comfortable seating, and a central fireplace.
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An ornate lobby with a round table and chairs, arched windows, and intricate ceiling details.
An ornate hall with high ceilings, intricate moldings, and a large, ornate chandelier.
An ornate staircase with intricate carvings and a mural on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $186
$175 nightly
$186 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17

Explore the area

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Mata do Bussaco, Luso, Mealhada, 3050-261
  • Place, Convento de Santa Cruz do Buçaco
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, National Forest of Bussaco
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Termas de Luso
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double

A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, a red armchair, a small table, and a television.

Classic Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Or Twin SUPERIOR CAPACITY 3

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a chandelier, and wooden furniture.

Double Or Twin SUPERIOR CAPACITY 3

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a radiator.

Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Romantic Package

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large ornate bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, and curtains with floral patterns.

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, red patterned bedspreads, wooden headboards, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted telephone.

Superior Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a chair, a desk, and a chandelier.

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Mealhada

When you stay at Bussaco Palace Hotel in Mealhada, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Convento de Santa Cruz do Buçaco and National Forest of Bussaco. .This luxury hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Termas de Luso and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Mealhada City Park.

What's nearby

  • Convento de Santa Cruz do Buçaco - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Forest of Bussaco - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Termas de Luso - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 34 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Coimbra University - 35 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Luso-Bucaço Station - 11 min drive
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maurício Restaurante - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Churrasqueira Rocha - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nélson dos Leitões - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burguer King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pedro dos Leitões - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Bussaco Palace Hotel

Bussaco Palace Hotel offers 60 accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Mealhada hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Sala de Jantar Real, a restaurant which specializes in French cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Mealhada? This hotel has facilities measuring 560 square feet (52 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Sala de Jantar Real - This brasserie specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sala de Jantar Real

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 560 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Bussaco Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful building outside and inside, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The palace was beautiful and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous character hotel. If you like historical this is for you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, Loved the food and wine. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at the hotel. A beautiful interior, excellent service, delicious food, and a wonderful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jjulie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property ! Staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. .l Everything looks and feels right - furniture, rooms, but the bedding is bad and cheap - awful synthetic pillows, etc
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Entire place was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanna

Liked: Cleanliness
This was one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed! It was truly a magical location surrounded by enchanted gardens and forest! The architecture of the building was gorgeous. The staff were super helpful and friendly! All of the food was amazing. I would recommend this stay to everyone! It is a must!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

stefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully loved our stay. Reasonably priced, superb breakfast, amazing grounds. Well done to the staff too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although we read mixed reviews, we decided to stay at this unique hotel — and we are so happy we did. Upon arriving, we received a warm welcome and a short guided tour explaining the history of the place. Our room was very nice, and the bathroom was very big. We had to work in the evening, and the new Wi-Fi installed a few weeks ago was very strong and perfect for us. The palace is surrounded by a big forest and a garden, with many options for hiking. The restaurant was a bit expensive, but that is totally normal for a 5-star palace hotel restaurant. We enjoyed the food, and the service was excellent. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This historical property is absolutely beautiful and amazing. The age means the rooms are a bit tight, the windows shook in the high winds that night, and I would have loved some conditioner in the room, but other than that everything was great. Wonderful, elegant bar area and the French restaurant was top notch. If you are coming to see Coimbra, drive a little further and stay at Bussaco Palace... very reasonable rates considering where you are staying. Also tour the attached convent for 3 euros more... worth it as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff and a beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful customer service, beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff we dealt with from signing in, the lounge and the dining room were amazing. Thank you for all you did to make our stay such a wonderful experience. The palace is definitely out of the way to get to but is worth the drive. We were there in March so the gardens were just beginning to come alive but we’re still impressive. Wifi is not available in the bedrooms but is available in the bar/lounge area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property. So much history in the building. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim

Liked: Amenities
Location, excellent grounds, nice trails and an amazing timeless palace with incredible architecture from the past centuries.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh and many choices
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay. the hiking trains are beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fabulous historical hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Anna was rude and impolite. Far from 5 stars standard. Horatio tried to compensate and did a good job.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026