Fortaleza Do Guincho

Description

Location

Guardian of one of the most exquisite landscapes in Portugal, overlooking the ocean and the wonderful Guincho beach, this hotel is fantastic. The tourist centre with its restaurants and shops is a 10-minute drive away, while the beach is only a short walk from the hotel.

Facilities

The hotel has 27 rooms and 3 junior suites, which are located on 2 storeys and are reachable by lift. The multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. A baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine are available. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms include a double bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. Outdoor sports available at the hotel include fishing or, for a fee, cycling/mountain biking, tennis, golf and horse riding. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as sailing, snorkelling and diving or, for a fee, windsurfing. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, bowling and squash. After a long day, guests can relax in the wellness area, which features a spa and a solarium. Massage treatments are among the facilities available for an extra fee. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2023. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Features

Air Conditioning Bar Bathrobes Bathtub Only Beach Towel Blackout Curtains Bottled Water Braille Coded Exits Climate Control Free Newspapers in Lobby Toiletries Computer Room Concierge Service Connecting Rooms Credit Cards - Mastercard Credit Cards - Visa Desk Diners Club Free Newspaper Hair Dryer Housekeeping Daily In Room Safe In-Room Massage Internet Laundry / Dry Cleaning Service Library Limousine Service ($) Luggage Storage Mini Bar Minimum Check-In Age is 18 Multilingual Staff Nordic Walking Number of Bars Parking Pets Allowed Phone Private Bathroom Restaurant Safe Deposit Box at Reception Self Service Laundry Facilities Slippers Smoke-Free Building TV TV in Lobby Terrace TurnDown Service Wedding Service Wi-Fi Internet View more

Description

The hotel occupies a fully-renovated 17th-century fortress and comprises 27 rooms including 3 suites. The air-conditioned hotel has a lobby with a 24-hour reception, safes and a lift. The hotel restaurant has a Michelin Star and draws its inspiration from French and Portuguese culinary traditions. Room and laundry services are on offer, as well as a launderette. Those arriving by car may make use of the car park.Guardian of one of the most exquisite landscapes in Portugal, overlooking the ocean and the wonderful Guincho beach, this hotel is fantastic. The tourist centre with its restaurants and shops is a 10-minute drive away, while the beach is only a short walk from the hotel.From the Airport, follow the sigh IC19 until you reach the sign A5 to Cascais. Take A5 towards Cascais until the end. Exit Cascais on the left 1st roundabout towards Birre. 2nd roundabout, towards Torre. 3rd roundabout drive until you reach the sea. 4th round-about towards Guincho (on the right ). Continue on the coastal road for 6 km until you reach the yellow fortress on the left.

Description

The hotel features a Michelin star award-winning gourmet restaurant and sweeping Atlantic Ocean views. The bar and the terrace of Fortaleza do Guincho is the perfect place for a delicious and light meal. The hotel offers also meeting rooms and business services.

The Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho has 8 Courtyard Rooms with lateral beach view through a small fortress window located in the cloister. On the first floor, 16 Superior Rooms offer splendid views over the Atlantic Ocean, all with closed balconies and chaise longue. The 3 Junior Suites offer the best views over the Atlantic Ocean right in front, and over Cabo da Roca. All rooms are equipped with TV, mini bar, telephone, hairdryer, safe and free internet access.

Address: Estrada do Guincho, 2750-642, Cascais, Portugal.

Description

General Description:Fortaleza Do Guincho is located 50 m from the sandy beach. The closest city to the hotel is Cascais (6 km). To make your stay more comfortable a conference room, a lobby, a reception and air conditioning are available. The staff in this hotel speaks Spanish, French and English. Mobility on holiday is made easy through car rental. Vehicles may be parked in the parking lot. Amenities:For convenience the hotel offers currency exchange. This family friendly hotel offers babysitting service to ensure a comfortable stay for parents as well as young guests. Reception hours: 24h Service. The Hotel offers a conference room. Meals:The breakfast type is Buffet. Guests are welcome to enjoy their meals at the restaurant. Sport and Leisure:At Fortaleza Do Guincho recreational amenities include a solarium. The nearest golf course is 3 km away. Additional Information:Payment facilities include Euro/Master Card, Diners Club, American Express and Visa Card. Additional fees may apply for certain facilities, amenities or activities.

Description

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and strategically built back in the XVII century as a fortress, the Fortaleza do Guincho Hotel - integrated into the prestigious Relais and Chateaux association - has 27 rooms, including 8 "Courtyard" rooms located amid the cloisters, 16 superior rooms (closed balconies) and 3 junior suites. All rooms are equipped with hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, Internet, satellite TV, safe and mini-bar.This hotel features a Michelin star restaurant, endowed with the richness and tradition of French cuisine, an excellent wine list and a magnificent view over the Atlantic Ocean and Cabo da Roca, a pleasant bar, the "Medieval" room prepared for all type of events and the "Pateo" room, the ideal location for board meetings.Also note the concierge service, the 24-hour room service, laundry service, babysitting, currency exchange, Wireless Internet throughout the hotel and the free private parking.Check-In: 15h00, Check-Out: 12h00, Children Accepted, Pets Accepted, Credit Cards AcceptedRestaurant, Bar/Coffee Shop, Safe, Elevator, Parking, Banquets/Meetings Room, Reception: 24 h, Room Service, Laundry, Exchange, Babysitting, Internet, Tourist Information PointRoute plan from Lisbon Airport to the hotel:http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dandhl=enandgeocode=4903333031406433921,38.720349,-9.146934%3B1354887747783066089,38.768388,-9.129513andtime=anddate=andttype=andsaddr=Aeroporto+de+Lisboaanddaddr=Estr.+do+Guincho,+2750-642+CASCAISandsll=38.72019,-9.145753andsspn=0.003867,0.007231andie=UTF8