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.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Non-smoking
Free breakfast
Free parking
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Car rentals on site
Front-desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Conference space
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
The current price is ₹11,543
₹11,543
₹12,235 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms
View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room
Superior Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Hair dryer
20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Standard Single Room
Standard Single Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Hair dryer
15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
21 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)
When visiting Mealhada, Bussaco Palace Hotel is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out 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 travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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
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 rental
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
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Sala de Jantar Real - This brasserie specializes 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
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.
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.
Also known as
Bussaco
Bussaco Hotel
Bussaco Palace
Bussaco Palace Hotel
Bussaco Palace Hotel Mealhada
Bussaco Palace Mealhada
Hotel Bussaco
Hotel Palace Bussaco
Palace Bussaco
Palace Hotel Bussaco
Bussaco Palace Hotel Hotel
Bussaco Palace Hotel Mealhada
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 to 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 like 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
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 March 2025
Delightful and Restful
The hotel and staff were beyond amazing. They were genuinely friendly and helpful immediately to any of my needs.
The grounds, too, were very interesting. I spent 3.5 hours walking trails in the forest. It was delightful and relaxing. I want to come again and have my friends visit as well.
April
April, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2024
Fabulous historical hotel
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Beautiful palace
LONGZHAO
LONGZHAO, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Beautiful place! You feel like you are in a real palace from the 1800’s!!
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
It’s a unique experience and hotel is very old but gorgeous. Park around it is absolutely beautiful. Dinner and breakfast in the beautiful setting
Nataliya
Nataliya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2024
Fantastic property for wandering in the forest, lovely building, but a bit tired. Very enjoyable stay. Fabulous meal.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
The balcony was lovely. Friendly staff
james
james, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 September 2024
Quite an experience to stay in Bussaco Palace
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2024
Overall amazing stay, can’t wait to come again!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2024
Fantastic place to stay
Bussaco Palace Hotel is one of a kind. My family loved everything about the palce, park and experience. The staff all do a great job as well.
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Such a beautiful place. We loved our stay very much!
Mei
Mei, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
14 September 2024
Beautifully ornate property. Very impressive decor throughout the common areas. Lots of good walking trails around the palace. The rooms are basic however and the food was abysmal.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 October 2024
The architecture is incredible - so beautiful and well kept, as are the surrounding gardens. The staff were all kind and helpful and friendly. The food was superb - and elegantly presented and served. The bathroom was functional and needs updating.
Roberta
Roberta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
This is a very old property with all the old world charm. We stayed there for one night and loved it. Beautiful grounds, hiking trails around the hotel.
Sabrina
Sabrina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
7 October 2024
Would recommend it
Beautiful castle and gardens. Very helpful staff. Great breakfast. Did not eat dinner at the hotel, opted to eat dinner in the town of Luso and Coimbra.
The castle is situated in a beautiful national forest and makes for a great adventure.
Manuel
Manuel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
You're in a palace. What more do you need? Though, the rooms are a little older and run down, you're in a palace! They were clean and comfortable enough. It's so beautiful just to sit inside or in the gardens. Walking around Bussaco forrest is one of the most incredible experiences of my life. This was my second visit and I will be returning.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2024
Wonderful historic property
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 June 2024
Pretty area
Bernadette
Bernadette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Beautiful location with interesting history, architecture, and artifacts. Lovely staff, very eager to help.
Dmitri
Dmitri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2024
Fairy tale hotel
Buildt as a retreat for a king and later used as a resort for the rich. Spacious common rooms and a grand staircase. Excellent foods served in a beautiful dining room.
The hotel is placed in a big park with numerous trails in the woods.
Gunnar
Gunnar, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
17 October 2024
The hotel looks wonderful.
But….
No double bed in room
No wifi in rooms
No hot water in bathroom
The room is very minimalist
Nir
Nir, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Outstanding historical property located on a high elevation with exceptional views. The staff went above & beyond to make our stay perfect. The restaurant on site serves delicious food. They have a full bar & massive historic lounge area. The sunsets were amazing & the extra deep & long bathtub was a joy after a long day. The furniture is antique & isn’t meant for people that like Marriott style rooms.
Caitlyn
Caitlyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
The building is stunning. The hiking around the palace peaceful
Terrie M
Terrie M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2024
Spectacular, historic palace hotel on grounds of a royal arboretum and garden. Service and food excellent, including their own brand wines.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
8 November 2024
It is a Bea old building but has not been sufficiently renovated, so it’s not comfortable, and it’s very run down