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Hotel Fundador

3.0 star property
Travelers find exceptional comfort and convenience in this city-center hotel with practical amenities including self-parking and professional dry cleaning services.

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Hotel Fundador welcomes visitors to its central location with practical amenities. Multilingual staff assist with any needs while guests enjoy in-room WiFi, laundry services, and relaxing moments at the cozy bar. Previous visitors praise the well-maintained property.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is €56
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room (Single Use)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Guimarães, Hotel Fundador is in the city centre. Aventauros and Quinta da Lixa Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penha and Parque das Termas de Vizela. Centro Cultural Vila Flor and Casa dos Lobo Machado are also worth visiting. Visit our Guimarães travel guide
Map
Avenida Dom Afonso Henriques, 740, Apartado 331, Guimarães, 4810431

What's nearby

  • #Guimaraes #Portugal #church A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas. The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.
    Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • #Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”. The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".
    Guimaraes Castle
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Guimaraes Shopping Mall
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Largo da Oliveira
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Guimarães Station
    3 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Churrasqueira do Toural
    7 min walk
  • Nicolau
    5 min walk
  • Doçaria Midouro
    5 min walk
  • Tio Júlio
    8 min walk
  • Pastelaria Nova Camir
    7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fundador

Hotel in the city centre
Hotel Fundador provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and multilingual staff
  • A front desk safe, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the first-rate property condition
Room features
All 97 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and bidets
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 9 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Built in 1980
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 9 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number 562
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Fundador Guimaraes
Hotel Fundador Guimaraes
Fundador Hotel Guimarães
Hotel Fundador Hotel
Hotel Fundador Guimarães
Hotel Fundador Hotel Guimarães

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Fundador pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Fundador?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Fundador on 29 Mar 2026 start from €56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Fundador?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Fundador?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Fundador?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Fundador located?

Located in the heart of Guimarães, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Centro Cultural Vila Flor, Igreja de Sao Francisco and Casa dos Lobo Machado. Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira and Largo da Oliveira are also within 15 minutes. Guimarães Station is only a 3-minute walk and Covas Station is 26 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Fundador Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 342 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trupti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious hotel 10 minute walk outside the historical centre. It has la lovely bar on 12 floor with nice view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OLGA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and the property grounds was close from everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean, comfortable and bigger than we expected. All staff we met were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast also exceeded our expectations. We have been very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Santos

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

Great place in a good spot

The room was spacious, clean, modern and very walkable to the nearby historical attractions and restaurants. The staff were wonderful, friendly, and very helpful. Breakfast was plentiful and very tasty. Would definitely stay here again when in Guimarães.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Great location, free underground parking, nice variety at continental breakfast. Great view from the large comfortable room. Nice rooftop bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with this hotel - it had plenty of space, was modern and clean, free parking and a free breakfast on the 12th floor with incredible views of Guimaraes. Good value too. It's next to the train station so it is convenient (I didn't hear any noise from trains or road). It's a 5-10 minutes walk into the old centre, but plenty of restaurants along the way. I'd stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the location. The breakfast was wonderful especially dining with a view. The room, on the 11th floor, was like a sauna. Airconditioning did not work. It only pumped out heat and was very noisy. Better wear ear plugs as the rooms are very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location, close to transportation and check-in was easy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and room was amazing. only concern would be the parking very limited
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tianxiong

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

Excellent location

Excellent location for travelers by train and also walking distance to historic center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Percy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable distance to main point of interest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rogerio

Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok, no restaurant in the hotel, although there are some really good places close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast – should have more choices to choose from
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Zephnad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

nasrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No air condition But the front desk lady ( very kind lady I forgot her name) understood our problem and changed our room to different room to get more fresh air .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un excelente servicio y las instalaciones son geniales
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mooie ruime kamer, dichtbij het centrum. Ontbijt vrij beperkt en alle dagen hetzelfde.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un hotel muy agradable, sin lujos y adecuado para viajes breves
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ANGEL JUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Estupenda estancia. El desyuno bueno, aunque podría mejorar algo mas en variedad
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAULO SADAO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel muito bom. Higiene perfeita. Staff muito simpático.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PABLO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buena estancia. Personal muy amable y dispuesto. Buena habitación y buenas vistas
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Günter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches Personal! Großes Zimmer! Und toller Ausblick! Frühstück war gut. Durchaus zu empfehlen nur etwas weit vom Schuss.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RUBEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel recién remodelado muy moderno y cómodo y personal muy atento. Nos prestaron servicio de lavandería muy rápido y eficiente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023