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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 8:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Economy Twin Room
Lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
Interior detail
Reception
Forte de São Francisco Hotel overlooks a challenging 18-hole golf course and offers an elegant retreat. Relax in the sauna or enjoy two pool options - a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests often praise the attentive and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Room options

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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
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Deep-soaking bath
Bidet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

  • ‪Pastelaria Carlton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tomate Azul - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Maria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roma - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Benito - ‬7 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 a table football
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
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

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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 8:00 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
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Forte São Francisco
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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 8:00 PM.

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

As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forte de São Francisco Hotel on 11 Oct 2025 start from NZ$224.99, 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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