Title: Solar da Bica 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 da Bica Country house with free parking, near Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/df5bbde7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/555dec3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/48a55c76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exclusive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Quad Room, Private Entrance) | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/588043ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/3f26d983.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Solar da Bica, near Caves of Sao Vicente, offers a genuine country house experience amid picturesque landscapes. Guests can relax in the garden, book spa treatments, and enjoy complimentary in-room WiFi. Visitors particularly appreciate the peaceful setting. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Pool - Laundry - Air conditioning - Parking included £153 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 15 - Sept 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2689672&PinnedHotelID=2689672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Panoramic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/5b3ef0d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Twin Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - Valley view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2690000/2689700/2689672/ca6b1af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSao-Vicente-Hotels-Solar-Da-Bica.h2689672.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSao-Vicente-Hotels-Solar-Da-Bica.h2689672.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in São Vicente, Solar da Bica is in a rural area and in the mountains. Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby scuba diving, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring. [Visit our São Vicente travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente.dx6047040) [View more Country houses in São Vicente](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente-Country-Houses.d6047040-aaCountryHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C32.79180%2C-17.02595&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vCOIljIy7SYkh-Nf9WywfSrUJ7M=) Sítio Dos Lameiros, São Vicente, 9240-211 ### What's nearby - Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles - Seixal Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles - Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 25 min drive - 14.4 miles - Pico do Ariero - 48 min drive - 28.0 miles ### Getting around - Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Calhau Padaria & Pastelaria - ‬6 min drive - ‪Restaurante Lavrador - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cascata Água D'Alto - ‬7 min drive - ‪Restaurante Quebra Mar - ‬6 min drive - ‪Poncha de São Vicente - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### Solar da Bica Country house near Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Solar da Bica. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception. Other perks at this country house include: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and outdoor furniture Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and bathrobes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, hairdryers and shampoo - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and mini fridges ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured, uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 33 for adults and EUR 22 for children - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Ecotours - Indoor pool - Library - Sauna ### Family friendly - Children's books - Children's games - Children's toys - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Hot stone massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Handrails in stairways - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Laptop workspace - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 55.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 33 for adults and from EUR 22 for children - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 55.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. 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 Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 119 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 Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Turismo Rural Solar da Bica Turismo Rural Solar da Bica House Turismo Rural Solar da Bica House Sao Vicente Turismo Rural Solar da Bica Sao Vicente Turismo Solar Solar da Bica Country House Sao Vicente Solar da Bica Country House Solar da Bica Sao Vicente Solar da Bica Solar Da Bica Madeira Islands/Sao Vicente Solar da Bica São Vicente Solar da Bica Country House Solar da Bica Country House São Vicente ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Solar da Bica have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Solar da Bica? > As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Solar da Bica on 24 Sept 2025 start from £152.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente-Hotels-Solar-Da-Bica.h2689672.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Solar da Bica pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Solar da Bica? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Solar da Bica? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Solar da Bica? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Solar da Bica located? > Situated in the mountains, this country house is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Solar da Bica Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 46 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelley 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotel with the prettiest view, freshest breakfast and most helpful and kind staff! Everything about our stay was a 10/10 :) ##### Kelley Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aiko 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place ##### Aiko Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A little piece of paradise! This place is very special and has outstanding views across Sao Vicente. The staff are wonderful and it has a real ‘retreat’ style feeling. Highly recommend!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2B347355940CC45F878CD7F3661D95D3EC7368DB1670147063308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F6F5E1DCEC0866549BB9E8E994825E31B386104C1670147066801.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9DE2480F6F1E94246055A436319FDCF7A2601E5F1670147067840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Parfait endroit pour un séjour paisible à Sao Vicente. L'ambiance calme qui y règne nous donnait envie de chuchoter. La vue de notre chambre était magnifique, surtout au lever du soleil où pouvait admirer le "montain glow". Le déjeuners inclut était composé d'ingrédients frais et variés, comme les fruits du jardins et le yogourt maison. Nous y avons passé deux nuits et on aurait voulu rester plus longtemps! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Serge 27 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Le stationnement était très contigü ##### Serge Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yannik 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Solar da Bica bietet alles was man sich wünschen kann: eine tolle Aussicht, saubere Außenanlage und Zimmer, nettes Personal, biologischer Garten, exzellentes Frühstück, Parkmöglichkeiten direkt vor dem Eingang. Wir würden definitiv wieder kommen ##### Yannik Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephane 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Qualité du service exceptionnel! ##### Stephane Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fabuleux Séjour fabuleux dans cet hébergement familial où la gentillesse des hôtes et le confort des installations en ont fait une des plus belles étapes du séjour ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Martina 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La piscina è molto bella e il personale gentile. La nostra camera poteva essere più carina ma comunque andava bene ed era pulita. ##### Martina Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nataliia 29 Sept 2022 ##### Nataliia Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abi 10 Sept 2022 ##### Abi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jens 10 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very pleasant again Have been there for the second time. Very friendly staff, clean nice room, super breakfast from the garden, relaxing location, perfect stay again. Thank you! ##### Jens Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jens 26 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jens Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula 18 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Trismo rural no seu melhor! Sítio perfeito para descansar, muito acolhedor, funcionários super simpáticos..enfim adoramos..recomendo a todos os que apreciam o silêncio e natureza. ##### Paula Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian 22 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth the drive It is a very nice hotel, but the road to get there is difficult and there is no restaurant at the hotel, at least in winter, so you have to get out to eat. The staff is very nice and the breakfast is among the best. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0FB04CC51421A1DFD5D2A26A73CB673C1DAA7B251579725394734.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### T&T, NRW 28 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr ruhige Lage am Berg. Tolles Panorama. Sehr freundliches Personal. Gutes Frühstück. Kühlschrank im Zimmer. ##### T&T Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Romain 25 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comme à la maison Petit hôtel excentré par rapport à Sao Vicente mais très agréable. Nous avions réservé l'appartement en rez de jardin. Il était parfaitement équipé. Le personnel de l'hôtel est particulièrement sympathique et disponible. L'hôtel dispose d'un portager dans lequel vous pouvez prendre légumes et fruits à volonté. L'hôtel ne dispose pas de restaurant mais il y en a plein a Sao Vicente (10min de route). Nous avons pu également profiter de la piscine et du sauna (ce dernier en supplément mais privatisé). Pas mal de randonnées à proximité également ! ##### Romain Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alain 14 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A ne pas manquer Excellent séjour dans cette belle maison. Belles prestations et excellent petit déjeuner. ##### Alain Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 10 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An excellent stay all round. Excellent accommodation and locality. Fantastic views across the valley. ##### Robert Stayed 4 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ida 27 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mysigt hotell Fantastiskt läge, utsikten är superb. Jättetrevlig personal och god frukost där mycket är odlat i hotellets trädgård. Rummet vi bodde i kändes lite fuktigt men helhetsintrycket är väldigt bra. ##### Ida Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very welcoming and helpful staff. Small and quiet hotel with spectacular views. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eirik, Oslo 6 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Eirik Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019