Title: Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences Family-friendly bed & breakfast with seasonal outdoor pool and pool bar ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/89cba5a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/f8e2c785.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/dfb667ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/f5bd88e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/edd31300.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pool - Room service - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 22 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 23 - Nov 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6524095&PinnedHotelID=6524095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![5 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/7cb0a199.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV 4 bedrooms Hairdryer 4 bathrooms Private bathroom - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 3 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds ![5 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/f42ae8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard House ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning LCD TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer 5 bathrooms Private bathroom Electric kettle - 5 bedrooms - Sleeps 10 - 3 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds ![5 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/7d6aa062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family House ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning LCD TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer 6 bathrooms Private bathroom Electric kettle - 6 bedrooms - Sleeps 12 - 4 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds ![5 bedrooms, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524100/6524095/f42ae8a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive House ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV 7 bedrooms Hairdryer 7 bathrooms Private bathroom - 7 bedrooms - Sleeps 14 - 5 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPenafiel-Hotels-Solar-Egas-Moniz-Charming-House-Local-Experiences.h6524095.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPenafiel-Hotels-Solar-Egas-Moniz-Charming-House-Local-Experiences.h6524095.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.16773%2C-8.34230&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=83bM-P-4G-BxrYCWkWMK4V6zciQ=) Rua dos Monges Beneditinos, 158, Paço de Sousa, Penafiel, 4560-380 #### What's nearby - Paco da Sousa Church - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Porto Historic Center - 30 min drive - 24.2 miles - Porto Cathedral - 30 min drive - 24.2 miles - Ribeira Square - 32 min drive - 24.9 miles - Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal - 34 min drive - 27.0 miles #### Getting around - Cête Station - 17 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ramos Café - ‬7 min drive - ‪O Moinho Do Moleiro - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ramirinho 2 - ‬7 min drive - ‪Restaurante Vila Só - ‬4 min drive - ‪Café Ramos - ‬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 travellers 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free bike hire, babysitting (surcharge) and free newspapers - Luggage storage, a reception hall and concierge services - Bike tour information, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from May to September Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is 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 Solar Egas Moniz Charming Hou Solar Egas Moniz Charming House & Local Experiences Penafiel ## 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? > Checkout 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 Quinta da Aveleda. Magikland and Penafiel Church are also within 9 mi (15 km). Cête Station is 17 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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