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The 3 best hotels in Bragança.

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The 3 best hotels in Bragança, Portugal: Hotel ibis Bragança (budget), Hotel Santa Apolonia (best value) and Hotel Estalagem Turismo (luxury). Sourced guest scores and reference prices.

Selected with the Top3Hotels method · Updated October 27, 2026IndependentNo paid rankings

At a glance

BudgetHotel ibis Bragança8.2/10 · €52 / nightBest ValueHotel Santa Apolonia9.0/10 · €70 / nightUpscale alternativeHotel Estalagem Turismo8.1/10 · €70 / night
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Hotel ibis Bragança, Bragança
Budget
8.2€52 / night

Hotel ibis Bragança

★★★Avenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano

Best forSmart-budget trips

  • 8.2/10 from 2,485 guest reviews
  • ≈ 21 min walk to Old Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança
  • Chosen from 5 hotels
2,485 Booking.com reviewsLocation 8.3Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026
  • Guests sayLocation: Quiet setting on the outskirts with easy parking, a short drive from the centre.
  • Breakfast: Fresh orange juice and decent quality, though selection is limited and lacks variety.
  • Pets allowed
  • Great breakfast
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Why this Budget pick
  • Guest feedback: 8.2/10 from 2,485 guest reviews; joint review-score position 4 of 5 eligible properties in the provider sample.
  • Budget choice: €52.20 per night was the lowest eligible reference price after reserving the upscale choice.
  • Price context: €52.20/night versus a sample median of €67.50/night (23% below the median).
  • Location: Bragança, Bragança. Address: Avenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano. Walking times are estimates from map distance.
Hotel Santa Apolonia, Bragança
Best Value★ Our pick
9.0€70 / night

Hotel Santa Apolonia

★★★Avenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 378

Best forMost travellers

  • 9.0/10 from 941 guest reviews
  • ≈ 24 min walk to Old Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança
  • Chosen from 5 hotels
941 Booking.com reviewsLocation 8.3Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026
  • Guests sayBreakfast: Varied buffet selection with sweet and savory options including fruit, ham, and cheese.
  • Location: Quiet area near the university, though a hilly walk or drive to the historic center.
  • Free parking
  • Great breakfast
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Why this Best Value pick
  • Guest feedback: 9.0/10 from 941 guest reviews; joint review-score position 1 of 5 eligible properties in the provider sample.
  • Best Value choice: balances the guest score, the number of reviews and the reference price; it is not necessarily the cheapest hotel.
  • Price context: €70.00/night versus a sample median of €67.50/night.
  • Location: Bragança, Bragança. Address: Avenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 378. Walking times are estimates from map distance.
Hotel Estalagem Turismo, Bragança
Upscale alternative
8.1€70 / night

Hotel Estalagem Turismo

★★★★Braganca

Best forSpecial occasions

  • 8.1/10 from 1,341 guest reviews
  • ≈ 29 min walk to Castle of Bragança
  • Chosen from 5 hotels
1,341 Booking.com reviewsPrice checked on Booking.com · 27 Oct 2026

No eligible 5-star hotel came up close to the centre, so this is our upscale alternative: a 4-star in Braganca rated 8.1/10 from 1,341 Booking.com reviews.

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Why this Upscale alternative pick
  • No eligible 5-star hotel came up close to the centre, so this is our upscale alternative: a 4-star in Braganca rated 8.1/10 from 1,341 Booking.com reviews.
  • Guest score 8.1/10 from 1,341 Booking.com reviews.

Compare the three hotels side by side · Hotels near: Old Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança, Castle of Bragança, Our Lady Queen Cathedral, Bragança

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Reference rate: 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults, 1 room · Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026 – 27 Oct 2026.

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Where to stay in Bragança

Each pick sits in a different part of town. Choose the base that fits your trip.

Budget

Avenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano

Hotel ibis Bragança · ≈ 21 min walk to Old Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança

Best for: Smart-budget trips

Best Value

Avenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 378

Hotel Santa Apolonia · ≈ 24 min walk to Old Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança

Best for: Most travellers

Upscale alternative

Braganca

Hotel Estalagem Turismo · ≈ 29 min walk to Castle of Bragança

Best for: Special occasions

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BudgetBest ValueUpscale alternativeOld Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus, Bragança · Castle of Bragança · Our Lady Queen Cathedral, Bragança

Bragança hotels compared

PickHotelAreaStarsGuest scoreRef. price / night
BudgetHotel ibis BragançaAvenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano38.2 (2,485)€52
Best ValueHotel Santa ApoloniaAvenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 37839.0 (941)€70
Upscale alternativeHotel Estalagem TurismoBraganca48.1 (1,341)€70

Questions about hotels in Bragança

What is the best budget hotel in Bragança?
Hotel ibis Bragança (Avenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano): 8.2/10 · 2,485 reviews · €52 / night · Guests say: “Location: Quiet setting on the outskirts with easy parking, a short drive from the centre.”
What is the best value hotel in Bragança?
Hotel Santa Apolonia (Avenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 378): 9/10 · 941 reviews · €70 / night · Guests say: “Breakfast: Varied buffet selection with sweet and savory options including fruit, ham, and cheese.”
What is the best luxury hotel in Bragança?
Hotel Estalagem Turismo (Braganca): 8.1/10 · 1,341 reviews · €70 / night
Where should I stay in Bragança?
Our three picks are in Avenida das Forças Armadas, Rotunda do Lavrador Trasmontano, Avenida Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro 378, Braganca. Open each hotel on the map to see the neighbourhood before you book.
Are these hotel prices live?
No. They are reference rates for 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults and 1 room, checked on Booking.com on October 27, 2026. The booking link shows the current rate for your dates.

How we pick the three

Budget is the lowest eligible reference rate. Best Value balances price and guest score. Luxury prioritises five-star hotels; if none qualify, a four-star rated 8.5+ is labelled as an upscale alternative. Every pick shows its source, review count and when we checked it. This is a data-based shortlist, not a paid ranking. How we choose →

Sources

Guest scores, review counts, reference prices and hotel photos: Booking.com. City photos: Wikimedia Commons. Sights: Wikipedia. Maps: OpenStreetMap. Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026 – 27 Oct 2026.

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