Description
HThe Bussaco Palace was one of the most luxurious royal retreats. Commissioned in 1888 by King Charles I of Portugal whose vision was to build a new Belem Tower (the Lisbon tower which symbolises Portugal’s age of discoveries) surrounding by a tranquil sea of green forest. The 250 acres of woodland was originally planted by Carmelite monks.
The Palace’s interior is truly unique and steeped in history, with antiques and fine paintings adorning the rooms. A truly historic hotel, Bussaco Palace has focused on retaining the charm and elegance of the early 20th century rather than offering certain modern conveniences that are often expected as standard (such as air conditioning in all rooms).
The Bussaco Palace Hotel has a total of 60 bedrooms and 4 suites decorated in different early 20th century styles. All bedrooms have satellite television, direct dial telephone, hairdryer heating and beautiful decorated bathrooms. Some bedrooms have balconies and private terraces and some rooms have a mini bar.
The Hotel Bussaco Palace is conveniently located for nearby attractions such as Luso, Coimbra (Conimbriga) and Aveiro.
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant and Bar
- Sun terrace
- Extensive gardens
- Chapel
- Helicopter and car transfer
- Concierge
- Free internet access
- 24h reception
- Lift
- Safe
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Babysitting service
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Parking
- Bridal suite
Activities Nearby
- Golf: Montebelo Golf Course
- Spa treatments
- Military Museum
- Wine route
- Walking routes
- Fishing
- Bird watching
- Horse riding
Other Information
- Porto (Oporto) airport is 112 kms
- Stunning wedding location
- Excellent conference and meeting facilities
- Mealhada Railway station 9 kms
- RNET 565
Nearest Pousada Hotel
- Pousada Condeixa a Nova: 47 kms
- Pousada Viseu: 62 kms
- Pousada da Ria – Murtosa-Torreira: 88 kms
- Hotel Convento de Belmonte: 167 kms
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- Restaurant and Bar
- Sun terrace
- Extensive gardens
- Chapel
- Helicopter and car transfer
- Concierge
- Free internet access
- 24h reception
- Lift
- Safe
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Babysitting service
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Parking
- Bridal suite
- Golf: Montebelo Golf Course
- Spa treatments
- Military Museum
- Wine route
- Walking routes
- Fishing
- Bird watching
- Horse riding
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Rates
Rates
| 1 Oct 2022 to 31 Oct 2023 Rates in EUR |
1 Oct 2022 to 31 Mar 2023 | 1 Apr to 30 Sep 2023 | 1 to 31 Oct 2023 | |||
| Sun-Thu | Fri-Sat | Sun-Thu | Fri-Sat | Sun-Thu | Fri-Sat | |
| Standard room | from 120 | from 135 | from 145 | from 160 | from 130 | from 160 |
| Superior room | from 145 | from 165 | from 180 | from 195 | from 160 | from 180 |
| Junior Suite | from 235 | from 265 | from 275 | from 288 | from 260 | from 280 |
| Queen’s Suite | from 420 | from 430 | from 440 | from 468 | from 430 | from 465 |
| King’s Suite | from 620 | from 630 | from 645 | from 660 | from 630 | from 660 |
– Prices are valid until 31 October 2023 – they are subject to change without prior notice
– Special rates are available for reservations of 10 bedrooms or more
– Cancellations – the total stay will be charged if the reservation is cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival (special promotions may have different cancellation policies)
– No show – the whole stay will be charged
Location/Directions
Address:
Mata do Bussaco
3050-261 Luso
Surrounding area:
- Coimbra (37 kms): Home to one of the oldest universities in Europe dating back to 1537.
- Aveiro (50 kms): Known as the ‘Portuguese Venice’ due to its canals and bridges.
- Viseu (94 kms): One of the most important cities in inland Portugal, Viseu as an historical tradition linked to the mythical figure of Viriato, the warrior who led Lusitanian tribes against the Romans
- Porto (111 kms): Located on the Douro river estuary, Portugal’s second city is steeped in history and is most famous for the internationally renowned port wine.
- Figueira da Foz (58 kms): An old fishing town which is now a popular destination due to its wonderful beaches.
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We have stayed here a few times and also popped in for coffee and the lovely walks in the forest. We love it. We purchased a holiday home less than an hour away and we tell all of our visitors to go here for a night or two. Understated elegance, reminds you of days gone by. Great service, lovely food. Large rooms and bathrooms.
I stayed at this beautiful hotel a couple of times on visits to Portugal. Absolutely beautiful. If you’re expecting a 5 star Hollywood hotel stay away, you won’t understand this accommodation. This is old school elegance in an absolutely gorgeous, refreshingly cool setting in the forest.