Located just 200 metres from Portalegre Townhall, Solar das Avencas features accommodation in Portalegre with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The property features quiet street views and is 600 metres from Portalegre Castle and 300 metres from Calvario Chapel. The farm stay provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units come with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, bidet, bath and shower. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with garden or city views. At the farm stay, all units have bed linen and towels. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the farm stay. Portalegre Cathedral is less than 1 km from Solar das Avencas, while Portalegre Train Station is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Badajoz Airport, 79 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Portalegre
Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is not a stay this is a wonderful experience in the history for Portugal. One night is not enough to take in all that the house has to offer. And the hosts how have live here their entire lives are so welcoming and informative. If you are in...
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendliness of Antonio, superb old world decor, fantastic breakfast with many home made treats and meeting the family. Best accommodation of entire holiday.
  • Robert
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What a Beautiful place, like a museum with all the furniture and silverwork, and such nice people, and the breakfast whas fabulous! My deaply respect!
  • Daniel
    Canada Canada
    We absolutely loved everything about this stop along our adventurous route through Portugal. The history in this home was beyond what was expected and the time with the family members just added to that experience. Breakfast was over the top as...
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideally located and historical. Tastefully decorated. On first appearance you’re walking into the tardiness, it looks bigger from the inside than out. Furniture was classy @ sophisticated.
  • Schwarzvogel
    Austria Austria
    Wow - like a museum ! Such a wonderful host, wonderful breakfast, and lovely room, etc....
  • Ljanis
    Latvia Latvia
    A rather unusual place to stay. The interior is decorated with various historical elements and is very rich in detail, but it also had all the modern conveniences. The room was particularly large. Breakfast was very good with the host's comments...
  • Martin
    Portugal Portugal
    Pleasant, obliging hosts. Excellent breakfast. Loads to eat. Varied local produce, including 3 types of local pastries (for which Portalegre is justly famous). Very large room, with separate dressing room. Prettty central Parking right outside
  • Letsgo!
    South Korea South Korea
    Special experience . Feel the Portuguese traditional culture.
  • David
    Gibraltar Gibraltar
    Lovely house, with typical Portuguese furniture of yesteryears. José was a perfect host, and breakfast was incredible. The room was very big, nicely furnished again, and very comfortable. Have to return.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Solar das Avencas
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules
Solar das Avencas takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
VisaCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Solar das Avencas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 42710/AL

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Solar das Avencas

  • The prices at Solar das Avencas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Solar das Avencas is 700 yards from the centre of Portalegre. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Solar das Avencas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Solar das Avencas is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Room options at Solar das Avencas include:

      • Double