Palace Hotel do Bussaco

Hotels
8.4 (3272 reviews)
Mata do Bussaco , Luso , PT
+351 231 937 970

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historical architecture
Beautiful surroundings
Attentive service
Cons:
Heating difficulties
Need for room modernization
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.14
The hotel is well maintained, but mentioned difficulties with heating indicate some issues.
Service
8.91
The service was attentive and personalized, meeting the expectations for a hotel of this class.
Location
8.76
Located in a beautiful forest with many hiking trails, which enhances the overall experience.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms are comfortable but need modernization as indicated in several reviews.
Amenities
8.53
Amenities like the historical significance and forest walks were praised, but lack of some modern options noted.
Value for Money
8.2
Perceived high prices, but appreciated for the overall experience and historical immersion.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast received good remarks, though dinner options are considered expensive.
Overall Experience
8.31
A memorable stay that offers a unique historical experience, despite some shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:18

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in Bussaco National Forest

Elegant Dining Experience
Indulge in classic French and traditional Portuguese cuisine at the palace's elegant restaurant, surrounded by exquisite decor and a selection of exclusive Bussaco wines.

Historic Charm and Architecture
Experience a stay in individually decorated rooms featuring a blend of classic and modern amenities, overlooking extensive gardens. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Manueline-Gothic architecture throughout the hotel's corridors and antique furnishings.

Idyllic Location
Nestled in the heart of Serra do Bussaco, this 5-star hotel offers a serene retreat only 29 km from Coimbra. Book now to experience the opulence and tranquility of Palace Hotel do Bussaco.

Important information:

Please note that when booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please present the credit card used to secure your reservation when you check in at the property.

If you are paying with a credit card from another holder, please provide the hotel with the following documents before arrival:

- Letter of authorization with the cardholder's signature;
- Photocopy of the credit card of the holder (front and back of the card with the signature of the holder).

Please note that the hotel may contact the cardholder to verify the information provided.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LIS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3272 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.14
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.76
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.31
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Jolina • couple • nl
7
Bijzonder prachtig hotel om er te verblijven.
Pros:

De omgeving en het gebouw

Cons:

Het diner was verhoudingsgewijs te duur voor wat betreft de kwaliteit vonden wij. Het ontbijt was uitgebreid. Het bedienend personeel was vriendelijk maar gehaast.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Celia • couple • pt
8
J’ai adorée c’est un endroit magnifique
Pros:

petit déjeuner 5 étoiles vraiment excellent

Cons:

Les lits n’étaient pas confortables

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Emilio • family_with_children • es
7
Nice palace - just put the five stars back in place
Pros:

The palace is spectacular and the location

Cons:

No air conditioning. Not enough air in the room during the night . Very uncomfortable beds in all the three rooms we used. Should not have five stars. Of course it is an old building and that has to be respected. But the quality and service in the restaurant is not five stars. Prices are five stars but quality not .

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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joao garcia • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Mariana Lucila • family_with_children • pt
9
Uma verdadeira experiência!
Pros:

A hospedagem é uma experiência! Para quem gosta de história, é fantástico. Portanto passear pelo castelo, apreciar a arquitetura, os móveis... tudo magnífico. Estava com crianças e todos adoraram.

Cons:

Havia muito expectativa pelo pequeno almoço. A sala onde fizemos a refeição realmente é magnífica. A comida em si, muito básica.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Birger Zwicky • couple • dk
6
Pros:

det ser fornemt ud og det er så det

Cons:

en gang der er nok

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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HIGINIO • couple • es
10
Una instancia inolvidable, un paraje magnífico.
Pros:

Todo muy limpio y habitación acogedora. El Palacio es de ensueño, el personal muy amable y atento. Volveríamos a ir sin pensarlo.

Cons:

Pasamos mucho calor y nos faltó tener un dispositivo pequeño de aire acondicionado, o como poco un ventilador.
Pues eso mismo que no tenía aire acondicionado.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • au
10
Incredible place to stay
Pros:

Ambience

Cons:

Lack of airconditioning

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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María Isabel • couple • es
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • extended_group • pt
8
Great experience
Pros:

Beautiful palace and forest area. Some staff were excellent but others not. Restaurant prices were too high.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Devon girl • couple • gb
6
Disappointed by the lack of investment in modernisation
Pros:

Location, spectacular building, friendly staff

Cons:

No WiFi, air conditioning or safe, all of which should be standard these days. It would take little investment to improve both the WiFi and safe, even within a historic hotel - plenty of other hotels we have stayed in in Portugal manage to do this.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Paulo • couple • pt
9
Pros:

muito bom

Cons:

O Hotel do Bussaco é um local único com uma arquitetura deslumbrante, isto torna a estadia aqui sempre positiva.
No entanto precisa de investimento na sua manutenção/atualização/renovação urgentes.
Se não houver investimentos significativos no hotel a curto prazo, este corre sérios riscos o que seria imperdoável.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Hélèna • couple • fr
10
Exceptionnel, on accepte même la salle de bains hors d’âge
Pros:

Extraordinaire

Cons:

La salle de bains hors d’âge

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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cindy • extended_group • il
6
Challenging place to stay but special
Pros:

The location was so nice, inside the walls.

Cons:

They weren’t very friendly and getting there was just so difficult and there was no help or any communication with the staff.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • family_with_children • pt
7
Muito caro em relação à oferta e indigno de 5 estrelas
Pros:

Localização, sala de refeições, funcionários

Cons:

Quarto: falta de ar condicionado, tv só com 4 canais, falta de net, berço deteriorado (rasgado), casa de banho e quarto incompatível com hotel de 5 estrelas

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • pt
10
uma estadia à altura do momento celrbrado
Pros:

O edifício é lindíssimo, a mata do Bussaco é extraordinária
O contexto é de sonho

Cons:

Imagino que uma piscina ou SPA seriam um valor acrescentado, o Luso é Perto, mas não é o Hotel

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
8
Beautiful hotel in a forest facilities a but dated
Pros:

Breakfast and location excellent

Cons:

Tv and WiFi in the room was not wirking

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Marcelo • couple • br
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • couple • pt
9
Uma viagem ao passado com as comodidades do presente
Pros:

O edifício é deslumbrante em termos de arquitetura, localizado num enquadramento de paisagem natural idílico.
A simpatia de toda a equipa, o conforto, o restaurante é excelente, o pequeno almoço é ótimo.
Uma experiência a repetir!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • de
8
Sehr speziell und ziemlich einmalig
Pros:

Einzigartiges Haus in einmaliger Lage,
Sehr ruhig gelegen inmitten des Nationalwaldes, sehr gute Küche, guter Service, nicht ganz billig… die Bäder sind antik

Cons:

Ausstattung der Bäder und Zimmer

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee