Palace Hotel Bussaco sits high on a hill in the heart of Bussaco National Park, with woodland paths, chapels, hermitages and belvederes close by, along with the Monastery of the Holy Cross. Built for Portugal’s last king, the former palace stands among formal gardens and old woods known for exotic trees and rare flora. Inside, Manueline-Gothic decoration meets rooms furnished in Art Nouveau, Art Déco and classical Portuguese styles; some retain their historic state rather than modern comforts. For meetings, Pedrinhas and Brasões have natural light and layouts that can be adapted to the event. The hotel kitchen creates bespoke menus for gatherings, from business events to wedding dinners. Paths through the forest pass the Stations of the Cross and lead to features such as the Cold Fountain.