Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Property highlights

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

Built on the site of a 17th-century fortress, this boutique hotel boasts a Michelin star award-winning gourmet restaurant and sweeping Atlantic Ocean views. It overlooks the Portuguese surfers’ paradise, Guincho Beach. This boutique hotel has a second restaurant called Spot by Fortaleza do Guincho. As well as the partnership with a lotion SPA, 5 minutes from the Hotel by car, which allows our guests to enjoy preferential prices. Stone winding stairs, terracotta tiles and ceilings in exposed bricks create a medieval feel. The central cloister is fitted with velvet sofas and wrought-iron chandeliers. Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux’s rooms are appointed with rich fabrics, dark wood furniture, and paintings with golden frames. Some rooms have private closed balconies with ocean views. The Michelin-starred restaurant has strong Portuguese influences and serves dishes based upon quality national ingredients. Tasting menus are also available. The expansive wine list is hand-picked by an award-winning sommelier. Guests can enjoy Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux’s fine dining in the privacy of their room. After a day visiting the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, guests can sip a cocktail from the Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux’s bar, seated on the vast sun terrace overlooking the ocean.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Relais & Châteaux
Hotel chain/brand

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 double bed
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1 double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Heidi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great sea views from the historical building. We could watch the waves crashing onto the beach from our bedroom window.”
Grant
South Africa South Africa
“Location on the beach with beautiful sea views from the restaurant”
Victoria
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, ambience, exceptional staff. Brilliant views.”
Élia
Portugal Portugal
“An iconic experience staying in a museum hotel. Incredible breakfast with a breathtaking view of the ocean. Felt pampered with free minibar and snacks. Free bike rentals for a ride on the safe cycle paths by the coast.”
Joshua
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spectacular property at a reasonable price (all things considered). Idyllic location. Yes it’s windy but that comes with the territory. Wonderful clean. Efficient and polite staff. Michelin 1 star restaurant should really be 2 stars. If you can...”
Nicholas
Belgium Belgium
“Fantastic location. Quiet, calm, discreet. Excellent breakfast with quality products”
Max
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stayed here a couple of times now and it’s always a fantastic experience. Everything is what you’d expect of a 5 star hotel, but the staff are absolutely the best bit about the hotel- they can’t do enough for you.”
Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good quality coffee. A high quality and variety of breakfast offerings. Chef made breakfast items such as granola and pastry. E Scrambled,”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location and amazing service. Breakfast had a great view and a lovely relaxed environment”
Hanh
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“If you are after a relaxing stay with almost direct access to the beach, this is your hotel! The building is beautiful, with a strong historical vibe. Breakfast is copious, with plenty of fruit options (surprisingly not that common in Europe) and...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Fortaleza do Guincho -Restaurante Gastronomico
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Spot by Fortaleza do Guincho
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pets are allowed and have a cost of EUR 40 per day.

Please note that guests that wish to have dinner at the restaurant should contact the hotel for availability.

Please note that the hotel has agreements with several neighbouring properties, which allow guests of the Hotel to access Spa, tennis courts and swimming pools at a special rate. This service is upon request.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Extra bed policies are as follows:

- Only one extra bed per room and for childrens up to 12 years all. Extra bed is free of charge.

- Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Extra beds are only accepted in the rooms Junior Suite with Balcony and Sea View and Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View.

Please note that Fortaleza do Guincho Restaurante Gastronomico is opened from Wednesday to Saturday from 19:00–22:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

License number: 1293