Bussaco Palace Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Bar (on property)
Lobby
Garden
TV
Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Mata do Bussaco, Luso, Mealhada, 3050-261
  • National Forest of Bussaco
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Palace of Bussaco
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Termas de Luso
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Coimbra (CBP-Bissaya Barreto)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Mealhada

A luxury stay in Mealhada awaits you at Bussaco Palace Hotel. Within steps you'll find National Forest of Bussaco and Palace of Bussaco. Highlights at this historic hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The brasserie, Sala de Jantar Real, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Mealhada hotel include Termas de Luso and Mealhada City Park.

What's nearby

  • National Forest of Bussaco - 1 min walk
  • Palace of Bussaco - 1 min walk
  • Termas de Luso - 5 min drive
  • Bairrada Wine Museum - 16 min drive
  • Coimbra University - 30 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira Rocha - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar da Mata - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rosa Biscoito Suites - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Doce Amor - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Cesteiro - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Bussaco Palace Hotel

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 560 square feet (52 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Bussaco Palace Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Mealhada hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 560 sq ft of conference space
  • 52 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1912
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bussaco Palace Hotel offers 60 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Mealhada hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free cot
  • 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

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bussaco
Bussaco Hotel
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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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Bussaco Palace Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

As of 31 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bussaco Palace Hotel on 2 Feb 2025 start from AU$191.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Yep, Bussaco Palace Hotel has a free self car park.

Is Bussaco Palace Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bussaco Palace Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Bussaco Palace Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

No, Bussaco Palace Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Bussaco Palace Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bussaco Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 895 reviews" "

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

6/10 Okay

Francois

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yaron, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony was lovely. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dmitry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Do not recommend
Amazing exterior but super simple and basic rooms. There's no hair conditioner in rooms. Old and uncomfortable beds. Do not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya, East Hanover

Travelled with partner
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rui

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Bedroom was below par. No desk. No internet. No sitting chair. No temperature control. Bed was hard. Sheets were nice. Breakfast below par.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel looks wonderful. But…. No double bed in room No wifi in rooms No hot water in bathroom The room is very minimalist
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Thanks The breakfast was one of the best.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Carpet in our room needs to be replaced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fabulous historical hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property for wandering in the forest, lovely building, but a bit tired. Very enjoyable stay. Fabulous meal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mikhail

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inna, Brooklyn

Room was outdated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room had a wonderful feel to it, somewhere between cozy and opulent. It was perfect for me. The duo at check-in were wonderfully helpful and appeared to enjoy working with people. The young man who showed us to our room was welcoming and even gave us a mini private tour with a lot of information about the history, tile murals, paintings and furniture in the palace. Would love to return and introduce to more friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quite an experience to stay in Bussaco Palace
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

raul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Hui

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very interesting old architecture. Our biggest complaint - the dining room staff acted like this was some 3-star Michelin place. Food was mediocre. Service was THE WORST. Service all had their noses in the air. In the evening, 4 people basically standing around doing little. We were the 2nd people in. Watched them ignore us, and go take orders for everyone else. My wife got up and walked out, and asked why they were ignoring us. They actually did us a favor. We drove to Mealhada, and found an ACTUAL Michelin-starred restaurant that was infinitely superior to the hotel restaurant, as well as cheaper. Only staff worthwhile was a woman who covered breakfast BY HERSELF, and did an excellent job.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024