Hotels in PENALVA DO CASTELO, PT
Parador Casa da Insua
About this property
This luxurious hotel is set in a magnificent, Baroque-style former estate, surrounded by beautiful gardens in the countryside just outside of the peaceful, quiet village of Penalva do Castelo, 25 kilometres from Viseu. The hotel's romantic rooms are decorated in the traditional local style and feature modern amenities such as internet access. Guests might spend leisurely afternoons lounging by the large, heated outdoor swimming pool, savouring local wines and cheeses in the wine tasting room, or learning how to make sweets in the confectionery. There is also a games room, cloister, reading room and a small museum for guests to explore. The onsite restaurant serves regional dishes and wine pairings in a refined setting, and the wonderful 18th-century gardens add a touch of romance and grandeur, all for a fantastic getaway to the countryside in the heart of Portugal.
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- Until 12:00
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
1 / 6 JUNIOR SUITE
- 35 m2
- 1 x Double bed 131-150 width
- Direct dial telephone
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Wi-fi
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Minibar
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Individually adjustable heating
- Safe
- TV
- Hairdryer
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1 / 6 SUITE
- 48 m2
- 1 x Double bed 131-150 width
- Minibar
- Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Individually adjustable heating
- Safe
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Wi-fi
- Number of bedrooms: 1
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1 / 5 APARTAMENTO 2 DORMITORIOS
- 20 m2
- 1 x Double bed 131-150 width
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Wi-fi
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Safe
- Individually adjustable heating
- Minibar
- TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Bathroom
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1 / 5 JUNIOR SUITE TWIN BED
- 15 m2
- 2 x Single bed 80-130 width
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Safe
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Wi-fi
- Minibar
- Individually adjustable air conditioning
- Individually adjustable heating
- Bathroom
- Bathtub
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Guest reviews
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Guest Rating
9.4/10
Excellent Featured review
Taras K.
10/10
Casa da Insua is the main tourist attraction in Penalva do Castelo. It's a historical site with a garden, museum, and hotel. I spent 120 minutes there, and admission was 3 EUR. There are toilets and parking, though no bike parking. Buses run from Viseu and Mangualde. Most of the present building dates to the second half of the 18th century. Its first major modernization came in the 19th century, improving the garden and adapting the palace to newer needs. The side buildings served business purposes, mainly agriculture. Its architecture is similar to Casa do Mateus in Vila Real.
Luke P.
10/10
The dinner was a real highlight, especially the fantastic food and impeccable service. We tried the cheese and jams made on site, and the 2017 red wine was one of the best I've ever had. The grounds are beautiful, with a museum and gardens to explore. The historic building has loads of charm, while the rooms are clean and modern. We loved everything about our stay.
Dimitris P.
10/10
Wandering through the corridors, you can take in all the beautiful details of this real castle and its in-house museums. We also did the wine tasting, and it was totally worth it. It's a unique place to stay, and everything was excellent.
Thomas W.
10/10
This was a peaceful countryside break where we could slow down and enjoy the historic setting, agricultural character, and pastoral views. There isn't much to do beyond wandering through the gardens and taking in the landscape, but that suited us for relaxing and reflecting. We enjoyed good Portuguese food and wine and will fondly remember our stay at Casa da Ínsua. I'd gladly recommend it to anyone who appreciates historic hospitality.
Pedro R.
10/10
The gardens are a dream, and the spacious rooms have everything you need. We found the staff friendly and knowledgeable, and the restaurant is one of the best in the area. The hotel makes its own wine, which I can say is incredible, so pick up a few bottles to take home. It's a charming hotel in a historic house.
Amenities
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General Services
40 available- Year of most recent renovation
- Total number of rooms
- Number of floors (main building)
- Number of floors (annexe)
- Twin rooms
- Double rooms
- Junior suites
- Suites
- Apartments
- hotel
- American Express
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Maestro
- Visa Electrón
- City centre
- Bus/Train station
- Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
- 24 Hour Reception
- Check In Hour
- Check Out Hour
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Multilingual staff
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Fireplace
- Hotel safe
- Lift access
- Shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- Newspapers
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Library
- Café
- Non Smoking Area
- Banquet hall
- Picnic
- Non Smoking Establishment
Accessibility
1 available- Accessible rooms
Internet
1 available- Wi Fi
Meals
4 available- Bar
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning in Restaurant
- Breakfast buffet
Business Services
2 available- Conference room
- Meeting room
Sports
1 available- Golf course
Room Amenities
1 available- TV lounge
What's nearby
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60 places nearby
Closest Bus EM603 (Ínsua)
77 m 1 min walk
Closest Bus EM603 (Urgueirinho)
512 m 6 min walk
Top attraction nearbyFonte dos Namorados
421 m 5 min walk
Dining nearby 20 Restaurants
598 m 7 min walk
Attractions
20- Fonte dos Namorados421 m 5 min walk
- Parque de Merendas de Esporões516 m 6 min walk
- Forno Comunitário de Sangemil860 m 11 min walk
- Mata da Nossa Senhora de Lourdes942 m 12 min walk
- Rio da Nossa Senhora de Lurdes1.0 km 13 min walk
Restaurants
20- Café Magalhães598 m 7 min walk
- Restaurante Carneiro604 m 8 min walk
- Café PAPILLON619 m 8 min walk
- Cafe Central624 m 8 min walk
- Café De Cima625 m 8 min walk
Transit
20- EM603 (Ínsua)Bus77 m 1 min walk
- EM603 (Urgueirinho)Bus512 m 6 min walk
- EN329 (Esporões)Bus533 m 7 min walk
- EM603 (Senhora da Ribeira)Bus540 m 7 min walk
- Penalva do Castelo (Junta de Freguesia de Ínsua)Bus568 m 7 min walk
Stay rules
Important conditions for your stay
Check-in14:00Front desk timing
Check-out12:00Departure timing