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Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

5.0 star property

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Exterior
Ocean views, open daily
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Portuguese cuisine
Interior
Ocean views, open daily

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Estrada do Guincho, Cascais, 2750-642
  • Place, Guincho Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ribeira Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pena Palace
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Single Room, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Junior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Single Room, Sea View

  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double or Twin Room, Beach View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour business centre
Spend the day on the nearby beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding. Then return to Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux for a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux offers 27 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cascais hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Guincho Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and a bar. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and pet-sitting services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Portuguese cuisine with ocean views at Fortaleza do Guincho, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles and hiking/biking trails
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Guincho Beach and 8 minutes by car from Boca do Inferno
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and pet-sitting services
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 5-star Cascais hotel is smoke free.

Fortaleza do Guincho – Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine and only serves dinner. 1-star Michelin rating.
Spot Fortaleza do Guincho – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
On-site venue No. 3 – This bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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

  • 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 cot
  • 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

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • 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 lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 1 2026 to February 28 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Business centre
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
The property will be renovating from 1 February 2026 to 28 February 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 40 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 3819
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 372 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

Alejandro

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Hotel!! Beautiful location, beautiful facilities, great food, great rooms, great staff!! We will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, view and beach access. Restaurant onsite was excellent as was the service. The staff was exceptionally kind and sweet with my 7 year old. I appreciated how removed we were from the city. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Amazing

Absolutely marvelous. Everything about it from the staff to the room to the setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine D

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The views of the seascape were spectacular! The food was excellent too! Definitely a 5 star hotel. The setting of this fortress made into a hotel was unique and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

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

Perfect stay

We loved the location, breakfast, and character of this hotel. Bicycles are available for use, and in contrast to the note in the hotel description, there is no problem parking your car. Public transportation takes you to all the wonderful places around for hiking and sightseeing. A few great restaurants are close by but in general, it is a tranquil and magical place to spend a couple days at.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Jr., Vero Beach

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spot, staff delivered beautiful detail to guests, fabulous food and breathtaking views!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nariman, Caledon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property very nice views. Staff are very friendly and polite. We encountered some problems at the beginning with our room, but that’s a given every time you book with Expedia, you always get the worst room possible. After speaking to them, they moved us to a better room after a few hours. The biggest problem we encountered was we had an early checkout so when we went downstairs to settle, we were told that our bill is approximately over €400 and I knew we had some dry cleaning so without hesitation we paid it. On our way to the airport we realized that they quadruple charged us on everything. We contacted them from the airport they apologized. We got some of the money back. We’re still waiting for the other part to be paid back. I do recommend this hotel and I also recommend to check your bill whether you order room service or dry cleaning or you eat at the restaurant before you leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view and absolutely beautiful property. It’s so clean and great condition, you feel like royalty. The view from inside the room is so eloquently designed. The breakfast is crafted for everyone, delicate pastries with all types of fruit and cheese. The beach is just a walk. There is a hill down to the beach so if you cannot walk easily, may need to drive a bit for better access. The location isn’t crowded at all so it never felt busy even with more guests. The marina is a 10 min drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely beautiful place with a gorgeous location. The staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. It is close enough to different places to go and see that taking an uber was affordable and easy. Cannot reccomend this place enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled 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 traveller, Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller
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

Travelled 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