Alegre - Bussaco Boutique Hotel
Hotel in Luso
Mealhada > Luso
8.7
Very Good
From $60
From $60
Historic Hotel Questionnaire
Year erected: 1853
What is the history of the property?
Build originally as a holiday palace for the Count of Graciosa. It has started to work as hotel in 1889 and, as far as we know, it is the second oldest hotel in operation in Portugal.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Victorian
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Yes, the town of Luso and Bussaco, has other historic villas and palaces.
Has restoration work taken place?
Last restoration work had taken place in 2011.
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
The hotel has several details and art pieces.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Paul Bergamin, a Swiss Hotelier that later launched the Palace Hotel of Bussaco, first managed this hotel in 1889.
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
No
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:
Mansion
Villa
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Vila Duparchy
Guest House in Luso
Mealhada > Luso
8.7
Very Good
From $76
From $76
Historic Guest House Questionnaire
Year erected: 1880
What is the history of the property?
Here has lived Mr Jean Alexis Duparchy that's worked with Eiffel on the harbour in Porto and in Lisbon. He built one important part of railways in Beira Alta. He received the title of count by Charles the king of Portugal.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
The style was french chalet
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
There are others chalets
Has restoration work taken place?
When was adapted to a country house (turismo de habitacao)
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
A little about ceilings not paiA meetimgnted but sculpted in wood or plaster.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Different ambassadors of USA and Switzerland and Israel
Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
Meeting of justice ministers.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:
Villa
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Palace Hotel do Bussaco
Hotel in Luso
Mealhada > Luso
8.1
Very Good
From $134
From $134
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