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Parador Casa da Ínsua

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June

Explore the area

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Insua, Penalva Do Castelo, 3550126
  • Place, Misericordia Church
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Viseu Cathedral
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Termas de Sao Pedro do Sul Hot Springs
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Viseu (VSE)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room (3 adults)

  • Vineyard view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)

  • Vineyard view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 2 Single Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Penalva Do Castelo

A luxury stay in Penalva Do Castelo awaits you at Parador Casa da Ínsua. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Misericordia Church and 11.9 km (7.4 mi) from Municipality of Mangualde. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The restaurant, Restaurante Casa da Insua, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 3229 square feet (300 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include limo/town car service. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 5-property class Penalva Do Castelo hotel include Palace of Anadia and Live Beach.

What's nearby

  • Misericordia Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dolmen of Cunha Baixa - 27 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Palácio do Gelo Shopping Centre - 31 min drive - 32.6 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

  • Mangualde Station - 17 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patronato - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria Da Lameira - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cascata de Pedra - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪O Templo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Galitos - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Parador Casa da Ínsua

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. 5 meeting rooms and limo/town car service are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. Event space at this hotel measures 3229 square feet (300 square metres) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Parador Casa da Ínsua. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Penalva Do Castelo hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1780
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Parador Casa da Ínsua offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (EUR 5 per hour)

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Casa da Insua

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,229 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1780
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 16 for adults and from EUR 8 for children
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: EUR 5 per hour (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

Property Registration Number 5901

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

Parador Casa da Ínsua offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

As of 16 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Parador Casa da Ínsua on 24 Jun 2026 start from NZ$184, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

Yep, Parador Casa da Ínsua has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Parador Casa da Ínsua?

The closest beach to Parador Casa da Ínsua is Alcafache River Beach (16 km).

Does Parador Casa da Ínsua have a pool?

Parador Casa da Ínsua has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to September.

Does Parador Casa da Ínsua serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

No, Parador Casa da Ínsua does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Parador Casa da Ínsua?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Parador Casa da Ínsua Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vey nice historical property with vintage furnishings and beautiful well kept grounds in a quite area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! Front desk was very accommodating for our brother in law who is handicapped. Cleaning staff was excellent!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WiFi service was not working well
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CELIA R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O local, pelas características do prédio, é fantástico. A equipe também é excelente.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boa Estadia

Foi uma estadia rápida. Bonito. Jardins e fachadas externas precisando de cuidados adicionais.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Experiência maravilhosa: história, conforto, beleza, luxo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan Jesús

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Correu tudo muito bem apenas achei o valor/qualdiade do pequeno almoço desajustado.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Carlos Sequeira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
magical place
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente recanto

Hotel mavilhoso
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARIA JESUS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

“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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lugar super agradável, com detalhes finissimos, pena que ficamos só 1 dia, pois nosso roteiro era extenso.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel excelente, quarto grande e muito confortável, funcionários super atenciosos. O hotel produz seu próprio vinho e seu próprio queijo, realmente vale a experiencia!
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Verified

8/10 Good

João

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cautela

O cafe da manhã foi fraco e sem propostas.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, quiet and very pleasant with a beautiful baroque garden. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Portuguese Parador

Very nice hotel, beautiful area. Nice, clean rooms. Very good food. Beautiful grounds for long walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017