Parador Casa da Ínsua, a luxury boutique hotel in a rural setting, offers an unforgettable retreat. Enjoy the seasonal pool, savor meals at Restaurante Casa da Insua and unwind with drinks at the poolside bar or coffee shop/cafe. Guests rave about the property's overall condition.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Bar
Main amenities (12)
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 (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY689
CNY689
CNY731 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Why we love this property
Dining options galore
This hotel features a restaurant, cafe, and bar for dining variety. A delicious buffet breakfast awaits guests to start their day on the right note.
Poolside luxury
A seasonal outdoor pool beckons at this luxury hotel. Sip refreshing drinks at the poolside bar while basking in summertime bliss.
Luxury sleep retreat
Guestrooms at this luxury hotel welcome weary travelers with private minibars. Refreshments await, perfect for indulgent nightcaps.
Palácio do Gelo Shopping Centre - 31 min drive - 32.6 km
Viseu City Hall - 33 min drive - 32.9 km
Viseu Cathedral - 33 min drive - 33.0 km
Termas de Sao Pedro do Sul Hot Springs - 56 min drive - 66.7 km
Getting around
Viseu (VSE) - 30 min drive
Porto Airport (OPO) - 101 min drive
Mangualde Station - 17 min drive
Nelas Station - 25 min drive
Gouveia Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Patronato - 15 min drive
Pizzaria Da Lameira - 12 min walk
Cascata de Pedra - 14 min drive
Galitos - 15 min drive
O Templo - 5 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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
38 rooms
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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
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Free offsite parking nearby
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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
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.
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Reviews
Parador Casa da Ínsua Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Vey nice historical property with vintage furnishings and beautiful well kept grounds in a quite area
Artur
Artur, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
Amazing staff! Front desk was very accommodating for our brother in law who is handicapped. Cleaning staff was excellent!
Mary
Mary, 15-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
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
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 5, 2023
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.
Verified traveler
11-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2023
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
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2022
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
Evelyn, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2025
WiFi service was not working well
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 20, 2023
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
O local, pelas características do prédio, é fantástico. A equipe também é excelente.
CELIA R
CELIA R, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2024
Boa Estadia
Foi uma estadia rápida. Bonito. Jardins e fachadas externas precisando de cuidados adicionais.
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
Juan Jesús, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 17, 2023
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
Pascal, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2022
Correu tudo muito bem apenas achei o valor/qualdiade do pequeno almoço desajustado.
Mariana
Mariana, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2021
magical place
Jose Carlos Sequeira
Jose Carlos Sequeira, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2019
Excelente recanto
Hotel mavilhoso
Savio
Savio, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 11, 2019
Muy recomendable
El sitio es realmente precioso lo que al local le falta mas encanto, cuando llegas al anochecer hay muy poca iluminacion en la recepcion y el comedor todo marron oscuro y una decoracion muy sobria incluso la zona que da al comedor de noche podria estar con un poco de iluminacion
Pero el personal y la estancia muy bien
MARIA JESUS
MARIA JESUS, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2018
“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.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2018
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 !
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2018
Lugar super agradável, com detalhes finissimos, pena que ficamos só 1 dia, pois nosso roteiro era extenso.
Joaquim
Joaquim, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2018
Hotel excelente, quarto grande e muito confortável, funcionários super atenciosos. O hotel produz seu próprio vinho e seu próprio queijo, realmente vale a experiencia!
Thiago
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2018
Estupendo para parejas y para grupos de amigos
El hotel y los jardines son para disfrutar de la tranquilidad del lugar, pero llega con una noche.
La cena muy correcta, y el comedor, agradable . El desayuno es estupendo
Puede q le sobre una estrella!
Teresa
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2018
Cautela
O cafe da manhã foi fraco e sem propostas.
João
João, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2017
Very nice hotel, quiet and very pleasant with a beautiful baroque garden. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2017
Portuguese Parador
Very nice hotel, beautiful area. Nice, clean rooms. Very good food. Beautiful grounds for long walks.