Occupying a hilltop overlooking the UNESCO-listed centre of Guimarães, Fundador provides modern rooms with direct access to garage parking and free Wi-Fi, right by the town’s railway station.
Panoramic views of Guimarães can be admired from Fundador’s rooms with large windows. Some have wooden floors, others rooms are carpeted. Each is conveniently equipped with satellite TV, safe box and minibar. The bathrooms include a bathtub and non-smoking rooms are available.
The bar on the top-floor serves Portuguese wines and local spirits. Each morning it serves a buffet breakfast, which can also be delivered to the rooms. Traditional Minho food is served at several nearby restaurants.
The multilingual staff of the hotel can assist guests with planning trips into Hotel Fundador’s surroundings, such as to Guimarães Castle. The town centre is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Park for free at the hotel, and benefit from non-smoking rooms. The hotel offers 2 meeting rooms with meeting facilities, and tourists may find the currency exchange service useful.
Important information
Please note that the total costs of the reservation must be paid in advance at check-in.
Travel information
By Car (from Lisbon):
- On highway A1, drive towards Oporto.
- Once in Oporto, go towards Braga by highway A3, which connects directly to highway A7 to Guimarães.
- In Guimarães, after leaving the A7, follow directions Guimarães Centro / Santo Tirso / Vizela after the roundabout.
- Doing this, you are entering the town circular.
- Leave on the first turning on your left, towards Guimarães Sul/Estação.
- Hotel Fundador is 500 metres ahead, on your left-hand side.