How do I get from the train station?

Guimarães train station is just 100 metres from the hotel. It is a very short walk from the station.

Is it accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes. The hotel has an elevator, adapted rooms, WC with support bars, emergency rope in bathrooms, and access to all floors by elevator.

Yes, free WiFi throughout the hotel. Guest rating in this category is 8.3.

What is the distance to the historic centre?

The centre of Guimarães is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The hotel is situated on a hill with views of the old town, UNESCO Heritage.

Is there a bar or restaurant in the hotel?

Yes. The hotel has a bar on the top floor that serves Portuguese wines and local liqueurs. Additionally, there are several nearby restaurants with traditional Minho cuisine.

Hotel ★★★ Guimarães, Braga

Hotel Fundador

Name: Hotel Fundador
Address: Av. D. Afonso Henriques, 740, Guimarães, 4810-912, PT
Rating: 8.9

8.9/10

Very good 2667 guest reviews

Suitable for Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

3★ hotel in Guimarães with views of the UNESCO Centre. Next to train station, modern rooms with direct garage access and WiFi. Rating 8.9.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Strategic location near transport

The hotel is 100 metres from Guimarães train station and a 10-minute walk from the historic centre. Ideal if you arrive by train or prefer not to rely on a car for getting around the city.

Direct access to private garage

Rooms have direct access to a garage integrated into the building. There is also parking adapted for people with reduced mobility and free public parking nearby with no reservation possibility.

Panoramic views from the rooms

The large windows offer views of the centre of Guimarães, UNESCO Heritage. Rooms have wooden floors and are equipped with minibar, safe, and TV with satellite channels.

Multilingual staff and organisation services

The team speaks English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, and can help you organise excursions in the area, including visits to Guimarães Castle.

Who is this suitable for

Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

When it is an ideal choice

Travellers arriving by train: location next to the station without need for additional transport.
Visitors of the historic centre of Guimarães: a 10-minute walk from the UNESCO old town.
People with reduced mobility: full accessibility with lift, adapted rooms and specialist services.
Families: family rooms available, buffet breakfast with options for children and multilingual staff.

When to consider alternatives

Necesitas un hotel con más servicios de ocio o piscina: este es un 3 estrellas funcional sin instalaciones recreativas destacadas.
Prefieres estar en el corazón del casco antiguo: aunque está a solo 10 minutos a pie, si quieres máxima proximidad hay opciones más céntricas.
Requieres conexión WiFi de alta velocidad: la puntuación en esta categoría es 8.3, por debajo de otras áreas del hotel.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Attentive and helpful staff. Guests highlight the team's treatment as one of the hotel's strong points.
Location highly valued, especially the proximity to the historic centre and train station.
Spacious and comfortable rooms with good amenities.
Consistent cleanliness in all hotel areas.

Things to consider

The buffet breakfast has received specific comments about variety or presentation in some reviews, although most value it positively.
Some guests have noted aspects of comfort that could be improved, although the overall rating in this category is high (9.1).
The free WiFi has a rating of 8.3, slightly below other categories. If you need a very stable connection, check before booking.
Public parking nearby cannot be reserved in advance, it is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Location and nearby points

Situated on a hill with views of the historic centre of Guimarães, declared UNESCO Heritage. A 10-minute walk from the old town.

Immediate access to the train station (100 metres). Ideal for travellers arriving by rail from Porto or other cities.

Surrounded by historical points of interest: Casa dos Lobo Machado (800 m), Church and Convent of the Dominicans (850 m), Padrão of D. João I (900 m) and Salt Memorial (900 m).

Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport 53 km (approximately 50 minutes by car).

Several nearby restaurants offer traditional Minho cuisine, the historical region of Portugal.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Tren Guimarães 100 m

Casa dos Lobo Machado 800 m

Iglesia y Convento de las Dominicas 850 m

Padrão de D. João I 900 m

Memorial Salado 900 m

Capela do Senhor dos Aflitos 1,1 km

Recolhimento das Trinas 1,1 km

Aeropuerto Francisco Sá Carneiro 53 km

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available?

Yes. The hotel offers direct access to a private garage from the rooms. There is also free public parking nearby, although it cannot be reserved in advance. There is parking adapted for people with reduced mobility.

Is breakfast included?

The hotel serves a daily buffet breakfast that can be taken in the dining room or delivered to the room. Check if it is included in your specific booking rate.

What languages does the staff speak?

The team speaks English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. They can help you organise excursions in the area.

Does Hotel Fundador fit your trip?

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