Description
Solar dos Marcos is a classified 4-star Real Inn with 8 double rooms (one room adapted for disabled people), one suite, various facilities and a private chapel.
The building has been also classified as Excellent Architectural Value by the Portuguese General Directorate of Tourism.
Quick description :
Solar dos Marcos is a historic palace reconstructed from an old episcopal residence (18th century), located in the village of Bemposta, where D. Manuel Martins Manso, bishop of Guarda, was born and lived.
The Bishop Martins-Manso will have added the chapel to the original building, in honour of the Virgin Mary, in the 2nd half of 18th century.
The hotel is situated in the Arribes del Duero nature reserve, 10 minutes from the Spanish border and a must-see spot to enjoy this unique area with nature treasures, ancestral traditions and friendly people.
Cancellation policy :
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 6 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children from 7 to 12 years are charged EUR 15.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Food & beverage :
The Estalagem Solar dos Marcos has a restaurant where it is possible to taste regional specialties as well as some international dishes.
Area information :
The house Dos Marcos has an entertainment programme based on the routes along the Arribes del Duero and also offers the opportunity of going on a boat trip along the river Duero, or a trip by car, with excursions on foot, around the most important areas of the International Duero Natural Park and the Arribes del Duero nature reserve.
You can hike along the banks of the International Duero, take a donkey ride, go on a boat trip where you will be able to enjoy some bird watching and take part in the traditional grape harvest in the Arribes del Duero.
Solar dos Marcos is located inside of the Nature Park of the International Douro (Arribas of Douro), which is ca. 10 minutes away from the Douro river and the border with Spain, and it is an obligatory stop-point to stay at ease and enjoy this unique region, which preserves its nature treasures and ancestral traditions, and is populated by friendly people.
General :
Parking , Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Bar, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Free Parking, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Chapel/Shrine, Heating, Gay Friendly
Activities :
Fishing, Games Room, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services :
Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Bicycle Rental, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included