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Bussaco Palace Hotel

5.0 of 5
Mata do Bussaco, Luso 3050-261, Portugal
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Bussaco Palace Hotel
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Paris, France
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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Many people point out that the hotel is a bit rundown. Our standard room was fine and comfortable enough, the marble bathroom did not seem old. The whole place is absolutely incredible, it is a crazy crazy architecture (a bit like the crazy palaces in Sintra) set in a wonderful forest. Our hike there was truly the best moment. If... More

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Melbourne
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

There is no doubt this is a wonderful location and magnificent Building, sadly the standards are far from first class. The rooms have a 50's decor and a tiny tv. There is a feeling that the establishment is being run on a skeleton staff. In the standard rooms the hall way is dark and un appealing. I ordered a couple... More

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St. John, Virgin Islands
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45 reviews 45 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

Not many places in the world can equal this beautiful gorgeous old hotel. Stay here for a night, if only to experience the grandeur & glamour of another era. Ok, so the rooms & some of the areas need a little love & updating, but take that in stride when you stay. We had a huge room overlooking the gardens... More

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France/UK
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18 reviews 18 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Everything other reviewers say is true: this is an incredible piece of architecture in a beautiful forest setting and a special place to stay. However, it is not what I consider a five star hotel and I was disappointed by my visit. I booked a double room and was given a twin room, right next to stairs, with no view... More

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Devizes, United Kingdom
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85 reviews 85 reviews
42 hotel reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
95 helpful votes 95 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Well! -- this is not at all the kind of place we usually stay at, being in some ways backpackers at heart; but it's not the kind of place ANYONE 'usually' stays at because it is virtually unique. It is a massive, completely 'over the top' baroque palace from the 19th C. with breath-takingly, laughably ornate stone carvings all over... More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Two times in 3 years... first was solo. First, the grounds and forest walks are spectacular . . .Trees from around the world! The Palace, as mentioned, needs a bit more love and care though is still very romantic and enchanting. The meals I had the second visit were not as well prepared as the first time. Staff is very... More

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Budapest
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Very good everything. The rooms are beautiful and the staff is kind. The nature is also very beautiful and all is very peaceful. This is a great place to come to relax and forget about the hectic eveyday world.

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

We stayed in Busaco Palace Hotel one night on our way from Coimbra to Porto. Amazing experience have to say. The atmosphere of the Palace was something I will never forget. Very good service. The forest and gardens around the palace make great options for shorther and longer walks. Although the room we stayed was below the standarts of 5... More

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Haymarket, VA
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36 reviews 36 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

Stayed here for two nights with my wife during our recent two week visit to Portugal and do not regret it for a minute. Let me start with the positives......staff was wonderful - professional, attentive, and courteous; the atmosphere was magnificent - hard to match the history and ambience of the property and surrounding grounds; restaurant was everything it's cracked... More

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Lisbon, Portugal
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37 reviews 37 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

The Palace Hotel Bussaco in Portugal is able to offer guests the unique experience of stayng in a veritable palace surrounded by unique gardens and woods. Inside is a true palace setting, enhanced by the presence of a remarkable collection of works of art from the hands of the great masters of the Portuguese era. This hotel have an unique... More

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Also Known As:
Bussaco Palace Luso
Hotel Bussaco Palace
Bussaco Palace Hotel Portugal/Luso
Address: Mata do Bussaco, Luso 3050-261, Portugal
Region: Portugal > Northern Portugal > Aveiro District > Luso
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Ranked #1 of 7 hotels in Luso
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Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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