Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

5.0 star property
Family beach fun near Guincho Beach

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Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Golf
Ocean views, open daily
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Estrada do Guincho, Cascais, 2750-642
  • Guincho Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ribeira Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Pena Palace
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Room options

Junior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Single Room, Beach View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, Beach View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room, Sea View

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cascais

Located in Praia do Guincho within a short stroll of Guincho Beach, Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux is within a 10-minute drive Boca do Inferno. This 27-room, 5-star hotel has 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Guincho Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ribeira Beach - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Estoril Casino - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Sintra National Palace - 17 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Pena Palace - 17 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Estoril Station - 9 min drive
  • Banzão Tram Stop - 15 min drive
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar do Guincho - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Duna da Cresmina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Komodo Sushi Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O Faroleiro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar da Cresmina - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

Family beach fun near Guincho Beach
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 75.00 per vehicle one way, as well as limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a 24-hour business center, free use of bicycles, and a computer station.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Minibars, free international calls, and free long-distance calls are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Fortaleza do Guincho
  • Spot Fortaleza do Guincho

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.
Property Registration Number 3819

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.
  • Hotel Registry Number: 1293
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Fortaleza Guincho
Fortaleza Guincho Cascais
Fortaleza Guincho Hotel
Fortaleza Guincho Hotel Cascais
Guincho
Guincho Fortaleza
Fortaleza Do Guincho Cascais
Fortaleza Do Guincho Hotel Cascais
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux Hotel
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux Cascais
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux Hotel Cascais

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux on Jun 2, 2025 start from $303.6, excluding 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.

What can I see close to Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

This hotel is situated in Praia do Guincho within a 10-minute walk of Guincho Beach and Cresmina Beach. You'll also find Boca do Inferno and Oitavos Dunes Golf Course within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux have a casino?

No, Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a Michelin-rated restaurant.

Does Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux for a fee of EUR 40 per pet, per stay. The property also provides pet-sitting services and food and water bowls.

Does Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

The closest major airport to Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux is Cascais (CAT), which is 10.8 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), which is located 23.2 mi away (39-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux offer a balcony and may feature ocean views.

Does Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 352 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, service and food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were some issues, but the staff worked diligently to remedy them. So, while there were aspects of the stay that were below expectations, the diligence of the hotel in addressing them goes a long way. For that, the hotel wins my kudos and turned something negative into a positive!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly. The room was beautiful. The views were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Tetiana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The service of this hotel is not up to standard. I booked the hotel for two days, for unknown reasons after one day we were asked to move to another room. Because of the lack of staff, it takes a long time to check in. When approaching the hotel in rainy weather no one comes out with an umbrella. In general, the hotel does not reach the stated level.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay! Wonderful staff and service! Views were spectacular! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

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

Hotel nice but expensive

Hotel nice but expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional rework of historic fortress. Arched ceiling and sitting couch on enclosed balcony overlooking the sea is a totally unique feature. If you want elegance and quiet solitude this is the place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so lucky to be upgraded to a beautiful room with a balcony and incredible views of the pounding waves of the Guincho beaches. We arrived from the airport just too late for the dining room but the staff were so kind and welcoming and the chef made us a plate of cheese and nibbles which was perfect. Our first room downstairs was quite dark with a very small window and distant view of the sea and it was a little noisy, being directly on the main reception area, but the beds were comfortable and the service was impeccable and as mentioned we were lucky to move to a great room on the first floor. The bar restaurant has delicious food and there is a good selection of local wines and also cocktails. No pool and the beaches were too rough for swimming but you can pay a fee to use the sheltered pool in the next door hotel - the best of both worlds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

10/10 Excellent

Asami

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

Amazing!!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asami

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

Amazing!!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So many small extra touches!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel es lindo y muy buen servicio pero no hay áreas de estar con los niños
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marc, granada hills

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alnoor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel in every way. Would come back … often
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The customer service at this place is top notch! It’s very clean and the main areas that you can sit and have a drink or visit is beautiful! This place isn’t walking distance from the town but it’s a quick taxi ride. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Great stay

It was delightful in every sense as usual. The refurbishments were terrific
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my fave places - this is my 4th time there - will be going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Unique experience worth the splurge

Unique setting and experience. Not cheap but worth it for our one night in the area. Nice sized room with lots of complimentary drinks and snacks. Our view was pretty but you had to look out over the HVAC array, which detracted a bit from the beach and mountains (probably the only con we could think of). We ate at the hotel restaurant and had a wonderful meal well worth the price. Also a nice breakfast. The cliffs and beaches are nice to walk around but not much else in the immediate area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this hotel which lived up to it’s Relais & Châteaux membership. We were given an upgrade, looking out on to the beach. Delicious dinner on the terrace and breakfast in the restaurant. Made to feel so welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thanasis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say other than.. The Best of Everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024