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Forte de São Francisco Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with fitness centre and sauna

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
Reception
Economy Twin Room
Interior detail
Overlooking the golf course, Forte de São Francisco Hotel offers an upscale retreat. Tee off at the 18-hole golf course, unwind in the sauna, or lounge by one of two pools - a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. The helpful staff has received praise from guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Twin Room

Premium Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Chaves, Forte de São Francisco Hotel is in the city centre. Nadir Afonso Contemporary Art Museum and Chaves Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Forte de Sao Francisco and Roman Baths and Palace of Justice. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Rua Terreiro da Cavalaria, Forte de Sao Francisco, Chaves, 5400-435

What's nearby

  • Forte de Sao Francisco - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chaves Castle - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Torre de Menagem & Museu Militar - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chaves Railway Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Roman Baths and Palace of Justice - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Memórias Nas Caldas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Carlton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Maria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pensão Flávia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sky Sweet & Salty - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Forte de São Francisco Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the city centre
A poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe 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 garden, a playground and an arcade/games room.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, a local area shuttle and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
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

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

  • 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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Foosball table
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • 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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Staffed front desk

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 93

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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 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 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de São Francisco Hotel on 5 Sept 2025 start from AU$156.43, 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, within a 10-minute walk of Forte de Sao Francisco, Chaves Railway Museum and Museu da Região Flaviense. Museu de Arte Sacra da Catedral de Chaves and Nadir Afonso Contemporary Art Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Forte de São Francisco Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 251 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Da Conceicao Sanches

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was unique with amazing views from the pool area. Breakfast was excellent and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was incredible but dirty pigeon poop all over lawn chairs. Friendly staff and delicious food
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing!! We had a great time there. The view from the breakfast room was awesome. Staff was great .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not every day you get to sleep in a castle
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel

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

Alda

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

Terry

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

Fantastic and beautiful

This must be our 10 th visit over the years I love bringing friends here. The look on their faces as you enter the walls to reveal this gem of a hotel Brilliant check in with friendly staff . We were hot and sticky being 37.c The large pool was open and welcoming The rooms clean and well equipped . Just one of our party had a plumbing issue with the shower Breakfast was beautiful with loads of fresh fruits and yoghurts . Plus hot food if you wanted . Staff very friendly On our second night we ate the restaurant in the hotel. Although very busy with a large group the staff were great and one of the best meals was had by all. Our group of seven throughly enjoyed the hotel has many antique artifacts as is like a living museum Will be staying again next year
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

Perfectly

Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

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

CARLOS

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Five stars. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing hotel ! It's split into two halves, with the dining (and much more - chapel, art gallery, lovely rooms, including a games room!) in a separate building across the courtyard. If it's raining, there is a tunnel connecting the two! The breakfast was very good - the evening meal (we had half-board) was reasonably good, not outstanding. We couldn't use the large outdoor pool this time, but it's impressive. Our main comment is about the staff, who were very friendly and incredibly helpful when we had a medical issue in the early hours of the morning of Saturday 21st September. The night porter was very kind and went out of his way to help - we're very grateful. The local A&E is close, and they dealt with the problem very well. We'd recommend this hotel, and it was great value, especially the half-board option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegante
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was okay. Breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose ramon

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

Bien ubicado y fantástica relación calidad-precio

Probablemente la mejor opción de alojamiento en Chaves, tiene todo lo que se puede necesitar (buena ubicación para llegar andando a cualquier parte de la ciudad, aparcamiento, un buen restaurante, habitaciones espaciosas con camas cómodas, personal muy amable y dispuesto.... repetiría, sin duda
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armindo

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

Otimo

Tudo excelente
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BERTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BERTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Edificio espectacular

Edificio espectacular, buen desayuno, y un pelín deficiente en la limpieza de las habitaciones, pero nada grave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024