Solar de Santa Maria
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this country house include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this country house include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this country house consist of conference space and a meeting room.
Dining
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
A stay at Solar de Santa Maria places you in the heart of Braganca, steps from Igreja de São Bento and Igreja de São Vicente. This country house is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Museu do Abade de Bacal.
What's nearby
Igreja de São Bento(0.1 Miles)
Igreja de São Vicente(0.1 Miles)
Museu do Abade de Bacal(0.1 Miles)
Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje(0.2 Miles)
Centro de Arte Contemporânea Graça Morais(0.2 Miles)
Cidadela(0.2 Miles)
Igreja de Santa Maria(0.3 Miles)
Braganca Castle(0.3 Miles)
Castelo de Braganca(0.3 Miles)
Domus Municipalis(0.3 Miles)
Sé(0.3 Miles)
Centro Cultural Municipal(0.4 Miles)
Sierra de la Culebra(10.5 Miles)
Rio de Onor(11.1 Miles)
Celas Church(18.3 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Braganca (BGC)(5.7 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Garden
Luggage storage
Location
Rua Eng. José Beça nº 39, Sé, Santa Maria e Meixedo, Braganca, Portugal
Igreja de São Bento (0.1 Miles)
Igreja de São Vicente (0.1 Miles)
Museu do Abade de Bacal (0.1 Miles)
Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje (0.2 Miles)
Centro de Arte Contemporânea Graça Morais (0.2 Miles)
Cidadela (0.2 Miles)
Room options
5
Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Premium Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Superior Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Solar de Santa Maria
9.1
Superb
Based on 553 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
100%
What guests think
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At Solar de Santa Maria, travellers praise the historic character and garden setting, friendly service, generous breakfast, and central location by the castle, while noting off site free parking, occasional winter chill in rooms or bathrooms, and sometimes confusing arrival.
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At Solar de Santa Maria, travellers praise the historic character and garden setting, friendly service, generous breakfast, and central location by the castle, while noting off site free parking, occasional winter chill in rooms or bathrooms, and sometimes confusing arrival.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with period charm, and cleanliness is consistently praised. Overall, it feels more like an intimate guesthouse than a standard hotel.
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Facilities
Historic property with a lovely garden and some shared outdoor areas; several reviews also mention an interior chapel. There is no on site parking, but free public parking is a short walk away.
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Timothy A
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a find! I am almost reluctant to review this very special place but it's safe to say you will not regret booking on of the five bedrooms. Our was very large, with a separate sitting room and access to the cloister overlooking the lovely garden.
What a find! I am almost reluctant to review this very special place but it's safe to say you will not regret booking on of the five bedrooms. Our was very large, with a separate sitting room and access to the cloister overlooking the lovely garden.
10
Jeffrey
21 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Just a lovely and unique property with a very special good feel. The grounds and shared balcony were added extras. The breakfast spread was home made and yummy. All great value for money too. We had dinner in the castle which was also very good.
Just a lovely and unique property with a very special good feel. The grounds and shared balcony were added extras. The breakfast spread was home made and yummy. All great value for money too. We had dinner in the castle which was also very good.
10
Steven
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very centrally located and a stone's throw from the castle. Also, the parking was free and quite close by.
Very centrally located and a stone's throw from the castle. Also, the parking was free and quite close by.
8
Jose Joaquin
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
10
simone
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 1 night
beautiful old manor with gorgeous antiques and unique interior chapel, very nice breakfast plus 5 euros per person, great walking distance to the center of town, restaurants, and museums
beautiful old manor with gorgeous antiques and unique interior chapel, very nice breakfast plus 5 euros per person, great walking distance to the center of town, restaurants, and museums
8
Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
10
Nancy
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
10
Patricia
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
4
PABLO
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Un engaño, el hotel se oferta con aparcamiento gratuito. No tiene parking, hay que aparcar el coche en la calle.
Un engaño, el hotel se oferta con aparcamiento gratuito. No tiene parking, hay que aparcar el coche en la calle.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are often described as very clean with good overall upkeep; one review noted rotting window wood.
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Jose Joaquin
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
10
Bogdan
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
10
Claudia
27 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Muy buena experiencia. La casona, aunque muy antigua está muy bien cuidada y las habitaciones muy cómodas y con bonitos detalles.
Muy buena experiencia. La casona, aunque muy antigua está muy bien cuidada y las habitaciones muy cómodas y con bonitos detalles.
8
Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Jacqueline
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
10
Tom
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
8
B.
22 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
8
Stuart
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Rotging wood around inside of window.
Rotging wood around inside of window.
10
William
17 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
10
Diane
13 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to historic castle and SEF headquarters. The building was 300 years old but beautifully restored. The staff were very accommodating. I would highly recommend staying here
Close to historic castle and SEF headquarters. The building was 300 years old but beautifully restored. The staff were very accommodating. I would highly recommend staying here
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with period charm; some suites include sitting areas and garden or cloister access. Several guests reported winter chill in rooms or bathrooms despite heating.
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Timothy A
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a find! I am almost reluctant to review this very special place but it's safe to say you will not regret booking on of the five bedrooms. Our was very large, with a separate sitting room and access to the cloister overlooking the lovely garden.
What a find! I am almost reluctant to review this very special place but it's safe to say you will not regret booking on of the five bedrooms. Our was very large, with a separate sitting room and access to the cloister overlooking the lovely garden.
10
Claudia
27 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Muy buena experiencia. La casona, aunque muy antigua está muy bien cuidada y las habitaciones muy cómodas y con bonitos detalles.
Muy buena experiencia. La casona, aunque muy antigua está muy bien cuidada y las habitaciones muy cómodas y con bonitos detalles.
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Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Liliane
10 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel incrível , casa de mais de 300 anos restaurada com apuro Quarto super confortável, chuveiro quente e com ótima pressão Bom café da manhã
Hotel incrível , casa de mais de 300 anos restaurada com apuro Quarto super confortável, chuveiro quente e com ótima pressão Bom café da manhã
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Patricia
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
10
Jacqueline
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
10
Tom
4 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
8
B.
22 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
10
William
17 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
10
Marta Maria
23 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Nos quedamos una noche. La habidaba al jardin. Amplia, comoda. El sitio lleno de detalles con mucho gusto. El desayuno es casero, abundante, tienen de todo: 4 tipos de meremkada casera, quesi, jamón cocido, fruta, café o infusiones, oasteles de nata .. Una delicia. Y son encantadores. Está cerca de todo y lo que no tienen es aparcamiento pero se puede aparcar cerca. Para repetir.
Nos quedamos una noche. La habidaba al jardin. Amplia, comoda. El sitio lleno de detalles con mucho gusto. El desayuno es casero, abundante, tienen de todo: 4 tipos de meremkada casera, quesi, jamón cocido, fruta, café o infusiones, oasteles de nata .. Una delicia. Y son encantadores. Está cerca de todo y lo que no tienen es aparcamiento pero se puede aparcar cerca. Para repetir.
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Service
Service is warm, welcoming, and helpful, with attentive staff. A few guests found arrival or entry confusing, but staff responded quickly once contacted.
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Bogdan
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
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Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Alicia
6 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely little spot, close to the castle and the staff was so very welcoming. Definitely recommend if you come to Bragança
Lovely little spot, close to the castle and the staff was so very welcoming. Definitely recommend if you come to Bragança
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Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
10
Nancy
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
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Patricia
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
Gran casa antigua con jardín en el centro de la zona antigua. Nuestra preciosa habitación daba al jardín, amplia con cama cómoda. El desayuno es espectacular. La atención muy buena. Con parking gratuito muy cercano.
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Jacqueline
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
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Tom
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
Fabulous accommodation, perfect location, just below the Citadel! Beautiful suite, everything spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The old historic building has been renovated to the highest of standards. our host was perfect, very professional and helpful. He presented us with a FIVE STAR breakfast, ALL INCLUSIVE OF THE VERY REASONABLE PRICE. THANK YOU, WE WILL RETURN!
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Miguel Angel
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Estancia genial, la casa tiene un encanto especial ya que los propietarios han reformado sólo lo justo y necesario para habilitarla como hotel, mantiene toda su esencia con la piedra y los artesonados en los techos. El personal, como siempre en Portugal, super amables y serviciales.
Estancia genial, la casa tiene un encanto especial ya que los propietarios han reformado sólo lo justo y necesario para habilitarla como hotel, mantiene toda su esencia con la piedra y los artesonados en los techos. El personal, como siempre en Portugal, super amables y serviciales.
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Location
Excellent spot beside the castle and an easy walk to the old town, restaurants, and attractions. Also convenient for AIMA or SEF, with nearby parking that is off site.
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Cheri
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
10
Steven
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very centrally located and a stone's throw from the castle. Also, the parking was free and quite close by.
Very centrally located and a stone's throw from the castle. Also, the parking was free and quite close by.
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Jose Joaquin
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
Es un antiguo convento situado en la subida al castillo y próximo al centro. Está bien mantenido y hay un aparcamiento publico aenos de cien metros subiendo hacia el castillo a mano izquierda, dentro de unas instalaciones oficiales.
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Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
10
Nancy
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
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Christoph
21 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Super Hotel, wunderschön, tolle Location
Super Hotel, wunderschön, tolle Location
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Diane
13 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to historic castle and SEF headquarters. The building was 300 years old but beautifully restored. The staff were very accommodating. I would highly recommend staying here
Close to historic castle and SEF headquarters. The building was 300 years old but beautifully restored. The staff were very accommodating. I would highly recommend staying here
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John
15 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The place is similar to a bed and breakfast more than a typical hotel. Parking is off-site but there is parking close by. The place is close to the town center - plenty of dining and cafe options.
The place is similar to a bed and breakfast more than a typical hotel. Parking is off-site but there is parking close by. The place is close to the town center - plenty of dining and cafe options.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised as generous, tasty, and often homemade, with good variety. No other on site dining is mentioned in reviews.
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Jeffrey
21 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Just a lovely and unique property with a very special good feel. The grounds and shared balcony were added extras. The breakfast spread was home made and yummy. All great value for money too. We had dinner in the castle which was also very good.
Just a lovely and unique property with a very special good feel. The grounds and shared balcony were added extras. The breakfast spread was home made and yummy. All great value for money too. We had dinner in the castle which was also very good.
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Cheri
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
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Bogdan
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
10
simone
25 Nov 2022
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Stayed 1 night
beautiful old manor with gorgeous antiques and unique interior chapel, very nice breakfast plus 5 euros per person, great walking distance to the center of town, restaurants, and museums
beautiful old manor with gorgeous antiques and unique interior chapel, very nice breakfast plus 5 euros per person, great walking distance to the center of town, restaurants, and museums
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Mark
19 Feb 2025
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We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
We booked a "superior twin room" for this stay, which turned out to be a large suite on the first floor of a large, old stone mansion. Huge bedroom with a good heat pump, along with a frigidly cold bathroom and similar frozen sitting room. There's a large shared veranda at the rear as well. This would be 5-star accomodations in the summer, with the high ceilings and spacious surroundings. But only the bedroom itself had heat in the cold February of our visit, and we caught colds there during our stay. No on-site parking, but easy free off-street parking is about 130m away. A short walk to the castle, or to the centre of the old town. Lots of cafés and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. Fantastic breakfasts and staff -- incredibly nice people.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
Stunning property! The online pics doesn’t give you the whole impression of this villa. The staff are warm and inviting! It even has a chapel in the villa. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else while visiting braganca. It’s across from the castle. Walkable to center of town and a wonderful very affordable breakfast! Free parking one block away.
10
Cristina
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
What a lovely property! Stunning. The pictures online does not give the whole beautiful feel of the place. Across from the castle. Walkable to center of town. Wonderful wonderful beautiful staff. Great and very affordable breakfast. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
10
Jacqueline
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
C'est adoré mon séjour de quatre nuits à Solar de Santa Maria. La taille humaine de l'hôtel, la proximite du centre ville, la possibilités de garer la voiture sur un parking public gratuit à trois minutes à pied. Le bâtiment etait magnifique avec beaucoup de caractères et un très grand jardin pour s'y reposer avec un livre ou le soir. La chambre était propre et confortable. Le petit déjeuner gargantuesque. Mais c'est surtout le service qui a été exceptionnel. Un grand merci aux deux jeunes femmes qui ont été aux petits soins avec moi mais aussii avec tout les voyageurs y séjournant. Je reviendrais y séjourner sans hesitation.
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B.
22 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
Een belevenis in een echt royal huis. In oude muren is het wel koud, maar er was een goede airco. De kamer is stilvol, de badkamer modern ingericht. Het ontbijt was echt fantastisch, zo wel als belevenis in een "vorstelijke ruimte" met uitbundig en stilvol gedekte tafel als ook aanbod van zelf gemaakte jam (4 soorten), meerdere kaassoorten uit de streek, fruit en alles wat je maar bij een uitgebreid ontbijt kunt wensen. Echt een aanrader.
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mar
2 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Un entorno fantástico y un desayuno increible. El jardin impresionante.
Un entorno fantástico y un desayuno increible. El jardin impresionante.
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Mary
24 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This is such a cool location. We only stayed for one night but the breakfast was delightful, staff was kind and welcoming, and the room was spacious and clean. Be sure to call when you arrive so they can come greet you at the door!
This is such a cool location. We only stayed for one night but the breakfast was delightful, staff was kind and welcoming, and the room was spacious and clean. Be sure to call when you arrive so they can come greet you at the door!
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William
17 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
Great location, property, and staff. A little drafty and chilly in the winter, but OK for a 300 year old building.
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Bogdan
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
The breakfast was delicious, room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you, Alice and Bogdan
10
Nancy
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
Great location and hotel! I was confused by how to get inside when we arrived. Just use the call button and someone will come open the door. Once inside, all staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking is about a block away, by the police station, which they will tell you about.
10
Cheri
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Needed a place to stay for an AIMA appointment. This was perfect! Short walk to AIMA. Breakfast served for a nominal amount was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
FAQs about Solar de Santa Maria
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, parking is available at the property. It is free and limited, with both on-site and off-site options.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 8.50 for adults and children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility features are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is situated in the heart of Braganca, just steps from Igreja de São Bento and Igreja de São Vicente. It is approximately 0.2 miles from Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje and Museu do Abade de Bacal, and about 5.7 miles from the nearest major airport, Braganca (BGC).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 25.00 per day, and advance request or confirmation is required for availability.
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If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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