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Parador Casa da Ínsua

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Penalva Do Castelo with restaurant and pool bar

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Exterior
Exterior
Porch
Seasonal outdoor pool
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $118
includes taxes & fees
$112 per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room (3 adults)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior

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Pool
Free breakfast
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Pet friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (489)
The price is $112
includes taxes & fees
$106 per night
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2025
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About the neighborhood

Map
Insua, Penalva Do Castelo, 3550126

What's nearby

  • Municipality of Mangualde - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Viseu City Hall - 24 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Palácio do Gelo Shopping Centre - 24 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Monastery of Santa Maria de Silgueiros - 31 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Ski resort of Serra da Estrela - 73 min drive - 73.1 km

Getting around

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 101 min drive
  • Mangualde Station - 17 min drive
  • Nelas Station - 25 min drive
  • Gouveia Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O Templo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Recordo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Espaço Cúbico - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Pizzaria da Lameira - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Euro Penalva - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Parador Casa da Ínsua

When visiting Penalva Do Castelo, Parador Casa da Ínsua is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Restaurante Casa da Insua, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

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
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Free offsite parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (3229 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1780
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Restaurante Casa da Insua - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for EUR 5 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 5901

Also known as

Parador Casa da Ínsua Hotel Penalva Do Castelo
Casa da Ínsua Hotel
Casa da Ínsua Hotel Penalva Do Castelo
Casa da Ínsua Penalva Do Castelo
Parador Casa da Ínsua Penalva Do Castelo
Parador Casa da Ínsua Hotel
Parador Casa da Ínsua Penalva Do Castelo
Parador Casa da Ínsua Hotel Penalva Do Castelo

Frequently asked questions

Does Parador Casa da Ínsua offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Parador Casa da Ínsua does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Parador Casa da Ínsua?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Parador Casa da Ínsua?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Parador Casa da Ínsua?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Parador Casa da Ínsua?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Parador Casa da Ínsua and nearby?
Parador Casa da Ínsua has a seasonal outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Parador Casa da Ínsua?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Restaurante Casa da Insua.
What's the area around Parador Casa da Ínsua like?
Parador Casa da Ínsua is located a short 2-minute walk from Misericordia Church.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff! Front desk was very accommodating for our brother in law who is handicapped. Cleaning staff was excellent!
Mary, 15-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Vey nice historical property with vintage furnishings and beautiful well kept grounds in a quite area
Artur, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Casa da Insua was a dream! The property is just stunning, with the vast gardens, vineyards, a pool, and even sheep grazing! The interior of the castle is its very own museum, with plenty of rooms and halls to explore. Our room was the perfect combination of historic charm and modern hotel luxury. We would recommend doing the wine tasting in one of the historic kitchens with Diogo, who was excellent! Our stay was one to remember.
Jessica, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Cleanliness was excellent. Would be helpful to have English written wherever Spanish is written. Service was catered to the Spanish guests. Overall I would give this hotel an 8.
11-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

very disappointing!
1. the rooms are naked and very uncomfortable! no mirror, no coffee machine, no cups, etc. bathroom isn’t comfortable at all! 2. we paid quite high price, and didn’t get value for our money.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and quiet. A truly relaxing stay. The grounds were spectacular and the staff were friendly and welcoming. We hope to be back again soon.
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fairytales are real!
I was there for a friend's wedding, but took some extra days - it was so tranquil and special staying in a "castle". I'm definitely going back, since I didn't have time this trip to take advantage of the wine & cheese tastings, among other things. From the minute I entered the gates I felt like a princess and understood completely why my friend had chosen to have her wedding here.
Evelyn, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

magical place
Jose Carlos Sequeira, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

“Great” A place worth staying
Parador casa da insua was a great place to stay after visiting Aveiro, and onto Porto. The room, garden and the castle are very well maintained and in excellent condition. However, the check in and out took over 1 hour with a person ahead of us. The staff was extremely slow. There are very limited options for restaurants or grocery stores nearby. The gym is very poorly equipped. Wi-Fi connection was not reliable.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous Experience
Absolutely lovely experience. Fabulous food. Nice staff. Beautiful grounds and very interesting history — especially the Portuguese/ Brazilian connection! Best place we stayed in Portugal !
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, quiet and very pleasant with a beautiful baroque garden. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Portuguese Parador
Very nice hotel, beautiful area. Nice, clean rooms. Very good food. Beautiful grounds for long walks.
Vera, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very comfortable and historically interesting.
Great bones. Missing written information about the lineage of ownership and history of this very elegant castle. Great service. Wonderful wondering around grounds and in buildings. Gardens need work.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Treasure
Decided on 2 nights stay at this location. Did not know about it previously, Found it on Hotels.com. It sounded great. It was great. The whole atmosphere was great and steeped in history. The gardens and grounds were great to stroll around in. We booked the standard room which was very nice and clean. Bed was a little firmer that we would have liked, but still managed to sleep well there. Its best feature has to be its restaurant. We dined there on 2 nights and each of them were totally outstanding. Pricy by regular standards, but you don't get regular standard service and food. Great value for a Michelin Star which it was. It was terrific. We had the best white wine we ever had, that was produced on location there. If you want to just get away from it all, and have time for yourself, or as a couple, go, you will not regret it. If you get tired of the hotel, take a wander outside the gate and you will find a little local bar where you can get a glass of wine for fifty cents. We did not get to see the cheese or wine making as its closed at weekends. So we made up for it by sampling generously.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

charming hotel
Hotel is really charming. Service is great. Hotel is surrounded by nice small French and English gardens.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A weekend break at Insua
A delightful weekend break at Insua in one of the most charming hotels we have ever had the pleasure of visiting.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Boa Estadia
Foi uma estadia rápida. Bonito. Jardins e fachadas externas precisando de cuidados adicionais.
Maria Ines, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Experiência maravilhosa: história, conforto, beleza, luxo.
Regina Celia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Un parador excelente. Habitaciones amplias personal muy amable. La zona exterior preciosa para descansar y visitar, La casa tiene unos salones preciosos. Lo que menos me gusto el desayuno, muy caro para lo que es, no tienen variedad de cosas y de caliente solo huevos fritos, pero últimamente viene siendo la tónica en general de todos los paradores. Sólo hay enbutidos baratos y unos bienos quesos de la zona, algo de fruta y algo de bolleria.
Juan Jesús, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

serdar, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Deux points très négatifs. Chambre : bruit au niveau du circuit de clim et impossible à arrêter extrêmement bruyant empêchant de dormir. J'avais promis à ma femme une nuit de rêve en 5 étoiles ce fut le calvaire... On est mal tombé, public essentiellement espagnol avec des enfants et très bruyant. Côté positif : Accueil très agréable, cadre agréable et atypique (le côté musée est attrayant) Piscine correcte. Dommage qu'il n'y ai pas un bar à cocktails digne de ce nom.
Pascal, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Wiffi/ ruido/ servicio escado para ser de 5☆
M.CONCEPCION, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review