Hotel ★★★★ Guimarães, Braga

Hotel Toural

9.3/10
Excellent 1422 guest reviews
Suitable for Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

4★ hotel in the historic heart of Guimarães. Pombalina façade from 1886, 30 rooms with views, regional breakfast, bar and patio. Next to the Castle.

The essentials, no fluff:

Location in the historic heart

Located on Largo A L Carvalho, the hotel is 900 metres from Guimarães Castle and 1,100 metres from the train station. Most of the city’s main monuments and squares are within walking distance.

Historical architecture with modern comfort

The original Pombalina façade dates back to 1886, but the rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TV, telephone, private bathroom, and free WiFi. Some offer views of the historic centre or traditional streets.

Breakfast with regional products

Served daily with a carefully selected range of fresh, regional, and homemade products in a tranquil setting. Included in most rates.

24-hour security and services

24-hour reception, 24-hour security, security cameras in communal and outdoor areas, smoke detectors, security alarm, and room access card.

Who is this suitable for

Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

When it is an ideal choice

  • Travellers seeking accommodation in the historic heart of Guimarães with walking access to monuments and attractions.
  • Couples and solo travellers who value historical architecture, tranquility, and personalised service.
  • Families, thanks to available family rooms and services for children (extra cost).
  • Travellers who appreciate a quality breakfast with regional and local products.

When to consider alternatives

  • Necesitas un alojamiento con parking propio o gratuito, ya que no se menciona esta facilidad entre los servicios disponibles.
  • Buscas un hotel con piscina o instalaciones de bienestar (spa, gimnasio), que no figuran en la lista de servicios.
  • Prefieres un alojamiento más moderno o contemporáneo, ya que este combina arquitectura histórica con confort clásico.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

  • Exceptional location in the historic centre, with walking access to main monuments and attractions.
  • Attended and personalised service from the team, recognising individual guest preferences.
  • Consistent cleanliness of rooms and common areas.
  • Quality breakfast with fresh and regional products.

Things to consider

  • Some reviews mention comfort limitations in certain rooms, possibly related to the size or layout of spaces in a historic building.
  • The breakfast, although generally positively valued, does not satisfy all guests equally.
  • Occasional spotty issues with cleaning have been reported, although the overall rating in this category is high.

Location and nearby points

The hotel is on Largo A L Carvalho, in the historic centre of Guimarães, less than 100 metres from Casa dos Lobo Machado.

350-400 metres away are the Capela da Venerável Ordem Terceira de São Domingos and the Church and Convent of the Dominicans.

Guimarães Castle is 900 metres away, and the train station is 1,100 metres away, both accessible on foot.

Restaurant Garfoxfaca 100 metres away for nearby dining options.

Location allowing on-foot exploration of main squares (Oliveira and São Tiago) and Paço dos Duques de Bragança.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Castillo de Guimarães 900 m
Tren Guimarães 1,1 km
Casa dos Lobo Machado 100 m
Capela da Venerável Ordem Terceira de São Domingos 350 m
Iglesia y Convento de las Dominicas 400 m
Busto de Martins Sarmento 450 m
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação e Santos Passos 550 m
Restaurante Garfoxfaca 100 m

Frequently asked questions

How many rooms does the hotel have?

The hotel has 30 rooms, including 3 suites.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, breakfast is served daily with a selection of fresh, regional, and homemade products.

What communication services are available in the rooms?

All rooms include telephone, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and cable channels.

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