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Forte de São Francisco Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Chaves with restaurant and pool bar

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas
Reception
Economy Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
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
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free children's club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is AED 380
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30

Why we love this property

Splash and soak bliss
Seasonal outdoor pool features free cabanas, loungers, and umbrellas. Children have their own pool. Adults enjoy the poolside restaurant and bar.
Soak in total comfort
Deep soaking bathtubs, plush down comforters, and refreshing rainfall showerheads transform every room into a personal oasis of relaxation.

Room options

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Down comforters, 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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Bidet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Twin Room | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Economy Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Exterior

Ibis Styles Chaves

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 121 reviews
The price is AED 280
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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About the neighborhood

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
  • Chaves Railway Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Roman Baths and Palace of Justice - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forte de São Neutel - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 94 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Taberna Benito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Toca da Raposa Chaves - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roma - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tomate Azul - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Maria - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Forte de São Francisco Hotel

Bring the kids when you stay at Forte de São Francisco Hotel, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Cozinha do Convento, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and an outdoor tennis court.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 58 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking within 66 ft
    • Street parking available
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 250 meters*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (11 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1997
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Cozinha do Convento - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Lobby Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Bar da Piscina - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chairs

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to October
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 93

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

Is there a pool at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Forte de São Francisco Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Forte de São Francisco Hotel also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Forte de São Francisco Hotel?

Yes, Cozinha do Convento offers alfresco dining, Regional cuisine, and garden views.

Does Forte de São Francisco Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Forte de São Francisco Hotel like?

Forte de São Francisco Hotel is in the heart of Chaves, a short 3-minute walk from Forte de Sao Francisco and 6 minutes' walk from Roman Baths and Palace of Justice.

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