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Forte de São Francisco Hotel

Property class: 4

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A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a central wooden planter with a tree.
A hotel room with a vaulted ceiling, two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window.
A white building with a tiled roof, a stone facade, and a paved entrance area with potted plants and flowers.
A breakfast table with various food items and drinks, a book, and a person reading.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Rua Terreiro da Cavalaria, Forte de Sao Francisco, Chaves, 5400-435
  • Place, Forte de Sao Francisco
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Baths Museum of Chaves
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Chaves Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Premium Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a green headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside lamp, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a wooden cabinet.

Junior Suite

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a vaulted ceiling, two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window.

Economy Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

DOUBLE PREMIUM

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Chaves

Forte de São Francisco Hotel places you next to Forte de Sao Francisco and within a 10-minute walk of Church of Santa Maria Maior. This 58-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like free self parking, a gym, and a free children's club.

What's nearby

  • Forte de Sao Francisco - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Chaves Railway Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Roman Baths Museum of Chaves - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chaves Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nadir Afonso Contemporary Art Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adega do Faustino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Benito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Carvalho - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mil Doce - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Carlton - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Forte de São Francisco Hotel

At Forte de São Francisco Hotel, guests enjoy a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna. There's free parking and an area shuttle. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include an outdoor tennis court, meeting rooms, and conference space.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bidets. Safes, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 250 m
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • Bicycle storage
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 93

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • 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

What is there to do within easy reach of Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

This hotel is located in Chaves, just steps from Forte de Sao Francisco and Chaves Railway Museum, and within a short walk of Roman Baths Museum of Chaves. You'll also find Chaves Castle and Nadir Afonso Contemporary Art Museum less than a mile away.

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

As of Sep 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de São Francisco Hotel on Oct 15, 2026 start from $108, 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.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel include a casino?

No, Forte de São Francisco Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from June until October.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Forte de São Francisco Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Forte de São Francisco Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Forte de São Francisco Hotel.

Forte de São Francisco Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 286 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved to stay there ,beautiful hotel and amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing old property tastefully converted into a hotel with many original features retained. Large parking courtyard too - safe for motorbikes…..
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff were polite and helpful. A very interesting place to stay. The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really very special historic building with lovely grounds and views over the town. Good location for town centre Excellent parking Very nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The gentleman at the reception was excellent. Great breakfast and nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place. Almost a museum. Very good breakfast and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with classy facilities in an old fortress. Spacious rooms and king-size bed. Buffet breakfast. Pool and gym are available and not crowded but didn't have the time to use them.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A real Gem

This hotel is fantastic. Great staff and brilliant breakfast. The setting is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very helpful and courteous. Nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly

Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and responsive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Five stars. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was expecting a little bit more from a 4 star hotel. Not a wide variety of ammenites on the room and no replacements. 3 breakfasts we only had scrambled eggs. No water bottle replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025