Hotel Sol e Serra

Old Bones, Golden Mornings: Why Hotel Sol e Serra Still Shines in Castelo de Vide If you're expecting sleek, modern minimalism, Hotel Sol e Serra might not be your cup of tea. Yes, the building shows its age. Yes, the décor leans heavily into the vintage—some might say dated—charm of decades past. But if you can see beyond the walls and embrace the character, you’ll find a hidden gem. What really elevates this place is the people. The staff are genuinely warm and welcoming, making you feel like a returning guest even on your first visit. And then there’s the breakfast: generous, varied, and far beyond what you’d expect for the price. We're talking a spread that could rival higher-end stays, served with care and without pretension. Hotel Sol e Serra may not be flawless, but it has heart—and in a town as enchanting as Castelo de Vide, that’s more than enough. We recommended and certainly will return.

Great value for money! I love the location, the quaint decor with hand painted wooden furniture, the breakfast, the pool with palm trees, the free parking, the price. This is a place I would highly recommend for people looking for comfort and a great deal. We will surely come back!

We were given an upper floor room with a balcony and a view of the mountains (accessible by lift or stairs). A good buffet breakfast was served in the first floor dining room which has a tree growing through it as part of the décor. There was free parking outside the hotel, which is a few minutes walk to the town centre. It made a good base for walking in the area.

Location is great. The hotel is picturesque and well designed. The rooms were big and comfortable enough. Some members of staff were very nice and helpful, some others weren't so. Breakfast was good with enough variety and choices.

The breakfast has improved, there was traditional bread that I could eat. Fruit, although it would have been betterif it was cut and ready, rather than having to cut it yourself with a butter knife.