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Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences

4.0 star property
Mountain B&B with outdoor pool, near Paco da Sousa Church

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Restaurant
Front of property
House | Interior entrance

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family House

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
6 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
6 bathrooms
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Exclusive House

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
7 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
7 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 5 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Standard House

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
5 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
5 bathrooms
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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House

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
4 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
4 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua dos Monges Beneditinos, 158, Paço de Sousa, Penafiel, 4560-380

What's nearby

  • Paco da Sousa Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Magikland - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Quinta da Aveleda - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Continente Shopping Centre - 18 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 33 min drive
  • Oleiros Station - 5 min drive
  • Parada Station - 6 min drive
  • Cête Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Sapo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Corsário - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪O Moinho do Moleiro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taberna do Careca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Churasqueira Café Ventura - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences

Located near a train station, Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences is a great choice for a stay in Penafiel. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the pool bar. Other highlights include free bike rentals, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Private winery tours
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Bike repair services
  • Bike cleaning
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Wine tasting room
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 15 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Stovetop
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 50

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Solar Egas Moniz B&B
Solar Egas Moniz B&B Penafiel
Solar Egas Moniz Penafiel
Solar Egas Moniz Charming House Local Experiences B&B Penafiel
Solar Egas Moniz Charming House Local Experiences B&B
Solar Egas Moniz Charming House Local Experiences Penafiel
Solar Egas Moniz Charming House Local Experiences
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as mountain biking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences also has a garden.
What's the area around Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences like?
Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences is located a short 3-minute walk from Paco da Sousa Church.

Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We were provided a home like atmosphere. The staff were laser focus on providing guests the very best experience. We often heard, “we’re here for you”. They certainly live up to that statement, specifically, Claudia, Barbara, and Patricia. The breakfast ingredients were fresh every day. They went out of their way to accommodate my lactose free needs.
6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lori, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the hotel. It was beautiful in a very romantic setting. The facilities were first class and the breakfast was gorgeous. The staff were the friendliest and most helpful staff I have ever encountered, going out of the way to help with my car hire. I will definitely use and recommend this hotel again
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!
Ursula, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is great. Staff very attentive and helpful. Breakfast is great! Will definitely return
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely, warm team going the extra mile to make our stay a very happy memory.
Jane, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel I have ever stayed! Staff are extremely helpful, friendly, smiling! The property is very well located. There are very good pool and sunbathing facilities, feels like home :) Breakfast is very tasty and everything is fresh. Rooms is spacious and bright. It is like a home away from home and all staff members are like your family! Will definately stay here again!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Trendy Country Home
We had a lovely stay in this historic home which the owners had remodeled to make it suitable for guests. While the rooms in the new wing were delightful,We liked the historic part of the house the best. The pool was lovely and the staff was most helpful, informative, kind and thoughtful. Breakfast was great, too!. We had a great meal at a tapas bar in the historic town center. We loved watching festival fireworks from our room windows.
Carla, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, comfortable house. Perfect place to relax. Staff are very attentive and friendly
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and me stayed at the hotel for 3 nights. The staff mostly young women that help alot with everything: From providing detailed explanations of attractions and tours till an assistance on toll road. They create a very pleasant atmosphere. For example, on Saturday I asked where can I buy milk that we need for the early morning coffe, since than, every night they put a tray of coffee and warm milk in thermos next to our room. Everything is perfect clean and tasteful. A lovely breakfast with exotic fruit pouch and eggs that made according your request. The hotel is warmly recommended.
Pinhas, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super satisfied.
This was my second stay at Solar Egas Moniz. I will definitely go back. Great rooms. Wonderful staff and the best breakfast I have ever eaten at a hotel.
Charles, 2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem
This is a gem B&B!! In the small suburb of Cete just outside of Porto, this place is fabulous! The inside is very modern and the rooms are quite spacious. Breakfast is a feast each morning. The train station in town afforded us free parking and an easy way into town each morning. We were spoiled at this location.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Zz wonderful rural inn close to train and Porto
Beautifully appointed inn that is spotless with lots of character. Delicious breakfast, helpful and friendly staff. Nice way to stay in small town with quick access to Porto.
keanie, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quiet, relaxing place. Very helpful staff - Marco, Claudia, Patricia and Joana - thank you.
John, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Small comfortable hotel
Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Room was well equipped with drinks and biscuits available in the corridor. Breakfast was excellent. We also had a dinner (needs prior arrangement) which was excellent but quite expensive. The swimming pool was quite small but good for children. The listed gateway to the property was very narrow. We took the train to central Porto - an easy 35 min journey. ATM and bakery 10mins walk away.
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was fantastic. The staff warm and welcoming. The owners have done an excellent job maintaining the property. Their attention to detail is amazing. We have never seen anything like it. That is including 5 star hotels. They made our stay feel like home. Our children loved relaxing at the pool and interacting with the staff. This was our favorite place to stay in Portugal. Solar Egas Moniz is deserving of a 5 star rating. We shall return someday.
Jennifer, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unforgettable Solar Egas Moniz
I traveled to Portugal in May, and I had a wonderful stay in Penafiel, at Solar Egas Moniz. The owner and staff were extraordinarily welcoming, friendly, and helpful. The hotel is a charming manor house with a beautiful stained glass window and offers a quiet and peaceful local experience. The hotel is located 1 km from the Cete train station, and approx. thirty minutes by car to Porto. I stayed in a bright and comfortable room in the main house. It contained a nice, firm bed, exposed brick wall, cable/satellite TV and free Wifi, and a beautiful view. There is a library, wine room with snacks, and a cute wood burning stove in the house. Breakfast and dinner were served in a delightful dining room; the food was really delicious and the service excellent. The surrounding property includes a garden, outdoor swimming pool, and a children's playground. It was quite lovely. The owner and her employees provided exceptional guest service, anticipating and full-filling all of my wishes and needs. They were so attentive and considerate. Everything possible was done to make my visit perfect. I can't recommend Solar Egas Moniz more highly! Thank you Iva and Joana for a delightful and memorable experience! Tips: If you need to do laundry (and who doesn't when traveling with a suitcase full of dirty clothes), there is an extremely good laundress in Penafiel. There is a really nice taxi driver that services the hotel (Fernando) There is a new, good, casual restaurant in Penafiel.
Zandra, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Boutique Hotel for a Romantic Stay!
We cannot say enough good things about the Solar and the staff. What a wonderful finding it was! Very romantic hotel situated in a very unique and beautiful town. You will feel like you are in a movie, when you are there. Their goal is to make you feel at home - but a beautiful home in a tucked in little town in Portugal - and they accomplished that goal with flying colors. Just 20 minutes away from Porto, in the town of Penafiel, a place truly full of charm and authenticity. We spent 2 nights there, but we wish we had 2 more, so we could explore the "Romanico Route." You will love this place!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb boutique hotel
A beautiful smalll independent property. Less than 30 kms inland from Porto, this is truly a gem set in the beautiful hills of Cete. Most welcoming and smiling staff, amazing breakfast with homecakes, fruitplace, pasteis etc... greta and casual service. Highly recomend for everyone that wanst to discover Porto and the region whilst being away from the hustle and bustel of central Porto.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff excellent, friendly, helpful.
Hotel, room, staff all highest quality. Facilities great condition.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home
We had an excellent stay and everything was perfect. The room was very clean, the staff were lovely, the place was very family friendly and there were lots of fun toys for our son to play with. We had the swimming pool to ourselves which was a bonus. The set meals that is offered by the hotel was very good but too much food for us and a little pricey. There was also free parking. The only issue we had was evening meals were difficult as the hotel is 30 mins drive from Porto and there were very few restaurants nearby. However the place was beautiful and very relaxing and we would definitely recommend this place to anyone that wants to enjoy time in Porto.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay at Solar Egas Moniz! Staff was incredibly helpful, DELICIOUS breakfast, and the entire premises are so lovely. Clean, comfortable room, and the decorating of the entire inn is delightful. We took day trips to Aveleda vineyards, Porto, and other small towns in the area.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming and historic B&B
Very nice room in the Historic Room. Small, but all the things you needed. Clean, comfortable and well decorated. The staff was wonderful and very helpful. The drinks and appetizers were special and enough for dinner. Do try their special gin and tonic made with oranges and cinnamon. Would definitely go back there again.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We spent four very pleasant days at the Solar Egas Moniz, Paco de Sousa, in early May. This 19th century, small, quiet, family-owned hotel (10 rooms) features quality original (granite) and modern décor and renovations. The two styles are presented as choices for guests. The hotel is nicely placed outside Porto (30 minutes on the highway) and within Duorno Valley quintas wine estates. The town of Penafiel is a few minutes drive away. It has all the tranquil atmospheric village sounds of monastery bells, occasional barking dogs and virtually no traffic noise. The owner, Iva, teaches tourism at a college level and the charming staff we got to know, Patricia and Iliana were all fluent English speakers. The staff could not do enough to make our stay memorable with favours, advice and suggestions.
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