The Casa Pires Mateus is located in the Historic Village of Monsanto. It is a typical house recently rebuilt keeping the traditional style of the village with its exterior granite walls.
Samantha
South Africa
The room was extremely comfortable and clean.
The breakfast was delicious.
The staff were friendly,
They were helpful with where to park in Monsanto and gave us great advice on where to have dinner.
Situated 2.4 km from Monsanto Castle, Quinta da Pedra Grande offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. There is a private entrance at the farm stay for the convenience of those who stay.
Antony
United Kingdom
Location, room size, cleanliness, great views, quiet, close to sites. Walk up hill to the sites was strenuous but worth the effort. Owner very helpful. Amazing breakfast.
Known as one of the most Portuguese villages of Portugal, Monsanto is home to Casa de David. The pet-friendly property offers free WiFi access and artwork spread through the units.
Makiko
Japan
We could spend night and morning in the village.
The traditional style house with rocks was very comfortable and Estella is very kind and friendly.
Located in Monsanto, within 200 metres of Monsanto Castle, SUN SET HOUSE offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a terrace. The property features city and mountain views.
Michael
Australia
The property is unique with a wonderful vista. The host was friendly, kind and generous and went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable.
Situated in Monsanto, 600 metres from Monsanto Castle, Casa da Ti Maria Pereira features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property has quiet street views.
Located in Monsanto and only 1.7 km from Monsanto Castle, Quinta de São Pedro de Vir-a-Corça em Monsanto provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Francis
Netherlands
beautiful location, Ingrid does her best to make you enjoy yourself. delicious breakfast, and what a beautiful garden!! top, top, top!
and what delicious oranges!!
Located in Monsanto, 600 metres from Monsanto Castle, Old House provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property features lake and city views.
Set in Monsanto, 1.7 km from Monsanto Castle and 49 km from St. Michael's Church, Moradia Familia Escoto offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.
prawit
Singapore
the host is nice as we unexpectedly arrived late. she came out to greet us and direct us to a spot to park car.
Lugar São Salvador de Monsanto is situated in Monsanto. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Monsanto Castle.
Monsanto has been the highlight of our trip to Portugal and...
Monsanto has been the highlight of our trip to Portugal and Spain so far.
It is so authentic and real, the buildings are amazing and the views are outstanding.
The walk up to the Castle is a little challenging but so worth the effort.
We were there for the medieval festival and were made very welcome by the locals and we had some memorable times there.
If you are in the Douro Valley, make the effort to head to Monsanto if you want to visit an authentic and historic village.
Peter
New Zealand
6.0
Scored 6.0
Monsanto is the most unique small town we visited on our 3wk...
Monsanto is the most unique small town we visited on our 3wk trip to Portugal. You can start to see the massive boulders from the base of the hillside and then it's 5 km straight up winding narrow road. You will need your host to show you where to park.
Dan
Canada
10
Scored 10
It is a good idea to book a place for the night.
It is a good idea to book a place for the night. The views are so incredible and unique you will want to experience day and night in amongst the boulders. There is a wonderful hike to the ruins above the boulder village. There is spectacular lighting in the evening. The village is quite out of the way for travelling. This was our second visit to Monsanto so we knew to book for the night. Lots of unique places to eat. We ate at our hosts' spot and it was great. Once you arrive amongst the boulders, you don't have to leave until your stay is over. You can find all you need there.
A
Anonymous
10
Scored 10
Very unique.
Very unique. Great trekking up to the fort (short but steep). We really enjoyed the “rock village”. Our meal at Pestitos and Granitos was delicious. We recommend Monsanto fro those looking for a unique experience.
Claude
Canada
10
Scored 10
It's a very peaceful place with lots of great views and we...
It's a very peaceful place with lots of great views and we found a lovely bistro to eat at. Some of the roads are very steep and you have to park and walk so for someone not so good on their feet this wouldn't be suitable
Joanne
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Breakfast was very, very good.
Breakfast was very, very good. Plentiful and the 1 st place that had scrambled eggs. The setting , room with very nice, and w/ stated excellence and environment. Elegantly decorated. Plenty of cold cuts and cheese. In any event, a morning feast for the eyes and stomach.
First of all, Helena is a lovely person. Very tender, she is always available for a good talking and valuables tips about Monsanto. The house is very cozy, very well equipped including a laundry machine. As a pattern of Monsanto, this house was made having in its structure and walls the rocks of mountain. The decoration is beautiful, the shower good and Helena also serves a delicious breakfast. A place to save in a very special spot of our hearts.
so about highest room with the balcony:
- i can't imagine there is better place to stay in Monsanto
- this is like a highest place in the village (excluding castle) and you got the view for all the are place and the fields around
- and you got to eat breakfast on the balcony looking at all of this - it's truly amazing!
- other rooms are nice, but of course not as exceptional
- also - Monsanto is the best place in Portugal :)
This area of Portugal is very remote and while there are villages there are no facilities like supermarkets or restaurants (that were open). The breakfast provided was excellent but there was no fridge or even tea making facilities in the room and no opportunity to have a meal in the hotel. This was unfortunate as there was no restaurant open within a 30km radius.
The other review say it all really but if you are looking for a place from which to explore Monsanto then you need not look any further. From the assistance with the baggage to the prompt communication, from the incredible food to the incredibly warm hospitality, from the small and big gestures of the host to the location of the property - this place has it all!
Very authentic room in authentic building. In the center of this unusual town. There was a place for parking. We arrived late and nearest restaurant was down by the road (20-25 minutes walk), but it worth it - nice walk in the night.
The breakfast was very cozy and only for us. Thanks for the staff of the hotel!
Incredible stay!!! Everything about Old House far exceeded our expectations - from Fernando and Eloiza's incredible generosity, to the beautifully remodeled historic home, to the delicious breakfast, to the incredible town of Monsanto itself - we could not have asked for a better stay!
Everything was so clean and very traditional chic. Loved the way they took a ruin and incorporated into a lodge. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be coming back to this hotel once it’s warmer to use the pool.
This was perfection for me. Loved the room, the setting, the Roman road just off the back gate to walk to Monsanto. I loved Ingrid’s hospitality & wonderful breakfast. And then there was the in room massage with Morgana. Exploring Monsanto from here was magical.
House is gorgeous just a little tough to get there, specially if we come with heavy bags.
Rooms are good and comfy, a little small like the other parts of the house but definitely compensated by the amazing view from the big terrace. Monsanto is beautiful.
Our third location in Portugal and so far the best. We like to sleep under covers in a cool room and room temp was easy to control. Comfortable bed. Strong water pressure and instantly hot in shower. No complaints.
Great location, really easy access and lots of amenities. However, the internet was insanely fast. My sister was at another hotel and she never could even connect. Highly recommend place. Exceeded all my expectations.
beautiful property with the such nice hosts! fun rooms built around the natural geology of the region. Monsanto was a wonderful experience, and the Quinta de São Pedro de Vir-a-Corça really added to the experience.
This was the best place we stayed during our two week trip to Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. The hostess was helpful. The breakfast was delicious. The accommodations were phenomenal. We cannot wait to return!
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