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Forte de São Francisco Hotel

4.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Aerial view
Standard Twin Room
Lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
Reception
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • GymGymGym
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

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Rua Terreiro da Cavalaria, Forte de Sao Francisco, Chaves, 5400-435
  • Popular LocationForte de Sao Francisco3 min walk
  • Popular LocationChaves Castle6 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoman Baths and Palace of Justice6 min walk
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)94 min drive

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Business Twin Room

Business Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium Twin Room

Premium Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Murphy Bed

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room Single Use

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Chaves

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Chaves awaits you at Forte de São Francisco Hotel. Within steps you'll find Forte de São Francisco & Forte de São Neutel and Forte de Sao Francisco. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Cozinha do Convento, serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Lobby Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym, outdoor tennis court and sauna. 11 square feet (1 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a children's swimming pool. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Chaves hotel include National Railway Museum and Chaves Castle.

What's nearby

  • Forte de Sao Francisco - 3 min walk
  • National Railway Museum - 5 min walk
  • Chaves Castle - 6 min walk
  • Roman Baths and Palace of Justice - 6 min walk
  • Ponte Romana de Trajano - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Bar Pastelaria Carlton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café São Francisco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Biquinho Doce - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Adega da Luz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Princesa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Forte de São Francisco Hotel

Upscale hotel with free breakfast and health club
Forte de São Francisco Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a kids' pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 11 square feet (1 square metres) and includes conference space. A sauna, a library, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Forte de São Francisco Hotel. An area shuttle within 250 metres is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Chaves hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 1 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1997
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Forte de São Francisco Hotel offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, bidets and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 250 metres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Bar da Piscina
  • Cozinha do Convento
  • Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Foosball table
  • Free children's club
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The outdoor pool closes for the season in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chaves Forte
Forte Chaves
Forte De Sao Francisco Hotel Chaves
Forte Hotel Chaves
Forte São Francisco
Forte São Francisco Chaves
Forte São Francisco Hotel
Forte São Francisco Hotel Chaves
Forte De Sao Francisco
Forte de São Francisco Hotel Hotel
Forte de São Francisco Hotel Chaves
Forte de São Francisco Hotel Hotel Chaves

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Forte de São Francisco Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

As of 5 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de São Francisco Hotel on 16 June 2024 start from AU$158.08, 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 Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Yep, Forte de São Francisco Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel have a pool?

Forte de São Francisco Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes Forte de São Francisco Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Forte de São Francisco Hotel.

Is Forte de São Francisco Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and children's meals, it's no surprise that Forte de São Francisco Hotel is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

No, Forte de São Francisco Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Forte de São Francisco Hotel.

Forte de São Francisco Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 203 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, big room but the most amazing - huge area of the former fort with historical staff, paintings, carpets, old walls. Very impressive conformable bed and car parking in the territory
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with excellent swimming pool
Hotel in perfect location for exploring town. Excellent swimming pool and free parking. Tea good breakfast. Can’t ask for any more
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Five stars. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quadrado funcional

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfectly
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022