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Forte de São Francisco Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and health club
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Economy Twin Room
Aerial view
Interior detail
Chapel

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Premium Twin Room

Premium Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
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

Highlights

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

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (132)
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
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About the area

Map
Rua Terreiro da Cavalaria, Forte de Sao Francisco, Chaves, 5400-435

What's nearby

  • Chaves Castle - 6 min walk
  • Roman Baths and Palace of Justice - 6 min walk
  • Ponte Trajano - 8 min walk
  • Ponte Romana de Trajano - 10 min walk
  • Nadir Afonso Contemporary Art Museum - 10 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cervejaria Restaurante O Príncipe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gold Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Pastelaria Sport - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Adega da Luz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Biquinho Doce - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Forte de São Francisco Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel next to a golf course
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Forte de São Francisco Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Cozinha do Convento, offers lunch, dinner and pool views. Guests can also expect to find a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a local area shuttle
  • Free newspapers, a TV in reception and multilingual staff
Room features
All 58 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

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-hole adjacent golf course
  • 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

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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 high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number 93

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club or hot tub without adult supervision
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

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

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

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de São Francisco Hotel on 27 Dec 2024 start from AU$129.98, 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 Forte de São Francisco Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Forte de São Francisco Hotel located?

This family-friendly Chaves hotel is located in the historical district, just steps away from Forte de São Francisco & Forte de São Neutel and Forte de Sao Francisco. National Railway Museum and Museu da Região Flaviense are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 233 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Orlando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique combination of modern hospitality in a hostoric setting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facilities, beautiful location, great hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay while visiting Chaves
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very helpful and courteous. Nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fatima, Ludlow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with group
A real Gem
This hotel is fantastic. Great staff and brilliant breakfast. The setting is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and responsive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Stayed 1 night in May 2022