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.
Gerry
South Africa
Its location was just right. It was spotlessly clean and tidy
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.
Chuan
Taiwan
My room is big and comfortable. The location is very good. 5 minutes drive to Monsanto.
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.
Heleen
South Africa
The drive up to Casa de David in Monsanto's old town was kind of difficult. But once we arrived we could find a parking spot near the accommodation.
The room we stayed in was adequate for 3 adults.
Estela is a friendly host.
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, 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 was a bit other worldly in some ways. There was an old castle with an archangel Michael chapel - the House of the Dragon, a TV series, was filmed there. Many of the buildings had a huge boulder as one side of the structure or maybe a roof. We loved the hiking around there as well. And the views were spectacular. You could just feel the history around you.
Alan
United States
10
Scored 10
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
The hosts João and Helena! They did everything in their power to make our stay memorable. The room was comfortable and equipped with all necessities. The hotel is located at almost the highest point of the village. This makes the further hike up to the castle that much “easier”.
Helena tried to make dinner reservations for us in the village but the lone restaurant in Monsanto was fully booked. Helena volunteered to make lasagna for us.
Next morning we had a really great breakfast (included). It kept us full all the way through dinner
The place was very good value for money and considering we were there at very low season when the main resort was mostly closed it was good overall. The apartment we got was nice and well furnished. The person in charge was very quick and receiving us and was accommodating. The apartment was good for someone with a car wanting to stay very close to Monsanto, as that was close and there was very good parking space.
An absolute pleasure to stay here with super kind and relaxed hosts. Monsanto was our favourite town in Portugal and our wonderful and thoughtfully designed accommodation and kind hosts added enormously to our experience. The charming terrace was a wonderful place for breakfast or a drink. The sister restaurant also had a glorious terrace and excellent food. Highly recommended! Can't wait to return!
The location was smack in the middle of town so we were already close to all the cool things about Monsanto (the narrow streets with boulders, castle, etc). The apartment was so cozy, the rooftop terrace was so neat, our room going up the spiral staircase was very nice. Could accommodate four people due to the bedroom in the basement that my wife and I did not use.
This is the cutest little house very centrally located in Monsanto. It has a fully equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms and bedrooms, living room and the most amazing terrace to watch the sunset. Everything is connected with stairs. Eloíza and Fernando are really welcoming and even help with parking, luggage, restaurant reservations or other useful information.
We really enjoyed this fantastic guest house right in the center of Monsanto. The view from our room was superb, especially with sunset over the town. Breakfast was good and we felt very well received. One tip, Monsanto transforms itself during the night into a quite and beautiful town during the night. I would highly recommend a stroll after sunset.
The hotel is in a great location where it's not hard to drive to and easy to find parking space nearby, the room we stayed in has a fantastic view of the mountain village, the front desk staff is very helpful, and breakfast is surprisingly good with lots of choices too.
The people that operate this bed and breakfast are wonderful and very interesting.
Delightful rural location with a beautiful view of Monsanto.
An amazing breakfast with shak shuka, cheese, meat, vegetables, pancakes, homemade preserves, and really good coffee.
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.
The studio is very beautiful, comfy, stylish and perfifor a romantic getaway. The street of the house is silent and seemed to be away from the main tourist routes of the village. You feel part of the environment there, which is a unique experience in Monsanto.
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.
Estela is a super hostess, so friendly and welcoming. Her home is simply enchanting as is the village of Monsanto. Thank you Estela for your hospitality and I look forward to returning for a longer stay one day!
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.
A strong 8-point hotel. However I was impressed how I was served despite the fact that I was only one of two persons who were staying on that day (low season)
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