Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux
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About this property
Built on the site of a 17th-century fortress, this boutique hotel features 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carmen
United States“It is a wonderful place in an amazing location. The service was exceptional, rooms were comfortable clean and nicely decorated. The food was delicious. We had a wonderful stay and plan to return.” - Yannd_
Switzerland“Almost everything, fantastic breakfast, breath taking view, awesome staff. 30 seconds from surf beach” - Dallas United States“The hotel is built around and ancient Portuguese fort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The terrace room was perfect with a large terrace and great views of the Atlantic Ocean and the many surfers using every technique and equipment to ride the...”
- Judith United States“The manager/concierge was exceptionally gracious and helpful.”
- Taylor United States“You are treated like family. Professional, always available, knowledgeable, patient.”
- Steven United States“Beautifully situated, facing the ocean. A boutique hotel atmosphere, very friendly and accommodating personnel. Rooms very comfortable, with ocean view. Food choices plentiful, very nice breakfasts. Walking distance to other restaurants for dinner.”
- Anita United States“Everything about this property is truly exceptional!”
- Sarahp
New Zealand“Lovely hotel in a spectacular location. Lovely staff. Great food. Very peaceful and we enjoyed using the hotel's bikes to cycle to Cascais. Really enjoyable stay.” - Sanda
Canada“The whole experience: the location, the fortress (hotel and its views), chef’s table (the tasting experience), staff.” - Michelle United States“Loved the location with beaches a few steps from the hotel. The staff was wonderful especially Bruna and the breakfast waiters. Francisco makes a great mojito. My daughter and I had a wonderful stay.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Fortaleza do Guincho -Restaurante Gastronomico
- CuisinePortuguese
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Spot by Fortaleza do Guincho
- CuisinePortuguese
- Open forLunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
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 neighboring 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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the 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
