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Bussaco Palace Hotel

5.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
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Bar (on property)
Interior detail
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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Mata do Bussaco, Luso, Mealhada, 3050-261
  • Place, National Forest of Bussaco
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Termas de Luso
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Costa Nova Beach
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)

Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room (+ Extra Bed)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Minibar, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Mealhada

A luxury stay in Mealhada awaits you at Bussaco Palace Hotel. You'll be steps from National Forest of Bussaco and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Termas de Luso. 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 Mealhada City Park and Caves Messias Winery.

What's nearby

  • National Forest of Bussaco - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Termas de Luso - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 31 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Coimbra University - 32 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Costa Nova Beach - 58 min drive - 76.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira Rocha - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Theatro Caffe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burguer King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pedro dos Leitões - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Cote D'azur - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Bussaco Palace Hotel

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • In-room 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

Property Registration Number 1035

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
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Bussaco Palace
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Bussaco Palace Hotel Mealhada
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Hotel Bussaco
Hotel Palace Bussaco
Palace 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 21 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bussaco Palace Hotel on 22 Feb 2026 start from AU$224.64, 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. 482 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ivelisse

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Entire place was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful! Words cannot describe the opulence of this place. Rooms were clean, comfortable, but a bit dated (the blow dryer????) don’t pass up the opportunity to stay here. It’s a PALACE! Literally. The details in the decor, the grounds, the staff were amazing. Cannot say enough about this place. If you have the chance to stay, even for one night, DO IT! You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Seoyoung

Rooms need desperate updates. The property itself is beautiful if you are just visiting. However, if you are staying a night you will run into issue of clogged tub, way out dated dryer and heater that omits weird smell
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen, White Rock

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds are beautiful and furnishings were suited to the era of when it was built. The breakfast was excellent and included with our stay. There is only one option for dinner and it was pricey. There is no wi-fi in the room, only the area near the bar. The TV in the room only has Portuguese channels. It would have been nice to have music playing in the bar/lounge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing! The room was very clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was perfect. The balcony view and parking were great too. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Les jardins et le parc sont merveilleux
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grand old palace treated like you are a royal gues

This is a grand old (1800) palace built by a king as a hunting lodge in the middle of a lush forest. If you want to enjoy a grand magical stay with service that makes one feel like they stayed in a kings palace of long ago this is it! We absolutely loved it. Had dinner in the hotel,Excellant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully loved our stay. Reasonably priced, superb breakfast, amazing grounds. Well done to the staff too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You are staying in a 19th century palace built for the king of portugal. It is old and in need of restoration but thats not the point. You are staying in time capsule museum. If that is your jam then you will dig it. For everyone else, there are plenty of Marriots.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jose at check-in was amazing. He went above and beyond to ensure all our questions were answered. He gave us information on the historical significance of everything around the palace and helped us arrange transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful customer service, beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

francois

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shudan, dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I do not recommend dining at Mesa Real. The service was horrible. They were removing all ustensiles and glasses of all table around making lots of noise while we were still eating our main course. We decided to skip cheese plater and dessert. The light in this room is stronger than in a cafeteria. Takes away all the charm of our romantic dinner. The service was also poor at breakfast buffet because I had time to finish my breakfast before getting my first coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
One night dream stay in king's place. Super friendly staff. Nice breakfast a lot do around for nature lover. The road is narrow compared to north America, try to check in ealier. Avoid drive in dark
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. rooms a bit outdated. But we had a great stay .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A unique setting

There is no doubt that this is a beautiful historic building. The architecture is remarkable and the position amazing . The interiors have been preserved from the early 20th century and are stunning. The staff were very good , knowledgeable , efficient and friendly. It’s supposed to be 5star but I don’t think it is , although the prices are. If you want to stay in a unique hotel for a special occasion give it a go. Personally I wouldn’t stay more than 1 night but if you want to explore the area around then a longer stay is recommended. The food was fine . The wine expensive and I’m not sure the hotel is as good as it thinks it is
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, friendly stuff, room was small and dark, didn't had a palace feel but building itself is beautiful. Very good breakfast. Lots of parking!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

stefania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property. So much history in the building. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maryann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property grounds are beautiful. The room was nice, had views of the garden. The breakfast was fantastic, everything you could possibly want. The hotel is older and showed its age and could use a bit more upkeep (i.e wallpaper that was starting to peel). The room was clean and bathroom was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025