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Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences

4.0 star property
Families create lasting memories at this charming retreat, whether lounging by the seasonal pool, exploring nearby ruins, or relaxing in the garden and library.

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Located near Paco da Sousa Church, Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences welcomes travelers with a seasonal outdoor pool and loungers. The property offers in-room WiFi, a playground, babysitting services, and guests love the beautiful garden and library spaces.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

House

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Standard House

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Family House

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Exclusive House

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 5 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Penafiel, Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences is in the historical district and near the airport. Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins and Saint Vincente Inatel Chapel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Melres River Beach. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Magikland. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Penafiel travel guide
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Map
4560-380, Penafiel, Rua dos Monges Beneditinos, 158, Paço de Sousa

What's nearby

  • Paco da Sousa Church
    1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Penafiel Church
    10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins
    10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Quinta da Aveleda
    10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Magikland
    11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Cête Station
    17 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Irmaos Faria
    6 min drive
  • O Sapo
    3 min drive
  • Ramirinho 2
    7 min drive
  • Adega Lourenço
    5 min drive
  • Ramos Café
    7 min drive

About this property

Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences

  • Upscale family-friendly bed & breakfast near Paco da Sousa Church
  • Located close to Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins, Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the mountain biking at this bed & breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and a library.
  • Other perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free bicycle rentals, babysitting (surcharge), and a reception hall
    • Bicycle tour information, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Free newspapers, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A poolside bar
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 50; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences located?

This family-friendly Penafiel bed & breakfast is located near the airport, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Paco da Sousa Church, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins and Magikland. Quinta da Aveleda and Penafiel Church are also within 6 mi (10 km). Cête Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great. Staff very attentive and helpful. Breakfast is great! Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely, warm team going the extra mile to make our stay a very happy memory.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lidt fra Porto et hyggeligt og charmerende hotel.

Super hyggeligt hotel med sødt personale. Hotellet ligger smukt i en fantastisk indrettet ældre bygning. Utroligt charmerende og langt fra en standard være. Kan varmt anbefales
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, comfortable house. Perfect place to relax. Staff are very attentive and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pinhas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Holley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

8/10 Good

Ritschi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wunderbares Haus auf dem Land

Sehr persönlicher Empfang und sehr engagierte Hilfestellung durch das Personal bei Fragen zur Region und Ausflugsmöglichkeiten.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tempo de descanso

Instalações muito agradável!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet, relaxing place. Very helpful staff - Marco, Claudia, Patricia and Joana - thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Le calme à 15-20 minutes de Porto

Petit hôtel à la campagne à l'accueil et la propreté irréprochable. Nous recommandons.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel muito bonito e confortável

Hotel muito bonito e bem cuidado. Decoração temática nos quartos, de muito bom gosto. Funcionários educados, prestativos e atenciosos. Serviço impecável. Café da manhã servido em local tranquilo, aconchegante, bem decorado e com detalhes charmosos nas mesas. Ótima variedade de itens no café da manhã. O dono é muito gentil e atencioso. Foi uma ótima hospedagem, uma experiência muito agradável. Próximo ao Mosteiro do Salvador de Paço do Sousa, faz parte da Rota do Românico.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel que nos faz sentir acolhidos como se estivéssemos numa casa de amigos queridos. Quartos muito limpos e delicadamente decorados, nós ficamos no quarto "namorados". Café da manhã delicioso e afetuoso com a atenção de Paula, Joana e Patrícia. Fomos recepcionados pela amável Iva. O hotel atende a todas as necessidades que se busca: limpeza, atendimento, beleza (muita beleza), tranquilidade local e da região. Estacionamento gratuito. Possui restaurantes e cafeterias na região ( os que fomos tinham preços beeem honestos). Fica a cerca de 30 minutos de carro de Porto.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Greindly staff and amazing setting. Great place!

Great friendly place if you want a relaxing vacation in a amazing setting.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.