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About this property

Solar da Bica is a cozy and tranquil retreat. This comfortable guest house faces the mountains and has green natural surroundings. The Solar features accommodations in rooms and an apartment. The rooms all feature a private bathroom, satellite TV and mountain views. Guests of the apartment are welcome to prepare their meals in the fully-equipped kitchen of the unit. A homemade breakfast, featuring a variety of jams and local delicacies, is served each morning at the property. A heated salt water swimming pool and a sauna (extra) are available for guests to enjoy a relaxing break. A comfortable lounge, with sofas and a fireplace is also a part of the property, where guests can quietly enjoy a book or the scenic mountain surroundings. The Madeira International Airport is a 42-minute drive from the Solar da Bica. The famed São Vicente Caves, one of the most emblematic landmarks in Madeira, are a 5-minute drive away. The tranquil Solar overlooks the S. Vicente Valley and the green mountains of the Laurissilva Forest. It is an ideal starting point to explore the northern coast of the island and enjoy its landscapes. The Madeira International Airport is a 42-minute drive from the Solar da Bica.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    Great attention to detail and care taken with everything they do. Excellent breakfast. Peaceful location. Comfortable room. Loved everything about it!
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view and the wonderful homemade breakfast. The staff were really friendly and went out of their way for us and our young baby. It was a lovely place to relax
  • Wilson
    United States United States
    Oh my goodness, such a lovely place! Everything was so beautiful at the hotel. Lovely gardens filled with flowers, inside and pool are beautiful. very clean and comfortable room. thoughtful little welcoming gifts including a postcard from the...
  • Dalia_93
    Spain Spain
    It is a brilliant accommodation, good value. Amazing views and environment surrounded by mountains Perfect sport if you prefer to be far from the city and connect even more with nature.swimming pool nice, breakfast excellent, staff excellent.could...
  • Aaron
    United States United States
    Nice little place. I couldn't decide if it was a small hotel or a big BnB but it worked. The view was very nice. We could see all the stars at night from our balcony. Breakfast was pretty good.
  • Andrea
    Romania Romania
    Amazing view from the room, pleasant water in the pool, delicious home made breakfast and very hospitable owner
  • Liz
    United States United States
    The breakfast was amazing particularly the tomato jam. Our bathroom and room was spacious with a beautiful view. The indoor pool was awesome to relax in after a hike.
  • Ineke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Fantastic place, we had the most relaxing night of our holidays here. The location is super quiet and beautiful, nothing but nature sounds. The hotel was easy to find because they have put signs on the road. The room was comfortable and clean and...
  • Adrianalazar
    Romania Romania
    Amazing location and staff! We loved the quiet, remote area, the views to the mountain, the breakfast which is plenty and varied, with fresh produce.
  • Mojib
    Austria Austria
    Helpful stuff, tea and coffee available in the common room 24/7, beautiful views, free parking places, heated pool and sauna as well as the area to clean hiking boots. Bio fruit from their own garden at breakfast. Very thoughtful details

Managed by Solar da Bica

Company review score: 9.5Based on 847 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

At Solar da Bica, our team is our family and it is this sense of home way from home we want our guests to experience with us.

Property info

Solar da Bica is a cosy and quiet agro tourism house, nestled at the magic and idyllic São Vicente valley, in the Madeira Island. Located in an area with one unique view over the valley, it offers unforgettable landscapes through the breathtaking scenario of the mountains, including the exuberant vegetation of the Laurissilva Forest. The property results from the reconstruction, adaptation and preservation of the traditional typology of two century-old houses. Although it preserves many of the original elements, the Solar da Bica was adapted with modern infrastructures, of which are worth mention the indoor heated swimming pool, the sauna, the panoramic garden and the biological vegetable-garden where many of our breakfast products come from. There is no restaurant at Solar da Bica. For our privileged location, to better explore the island, and to drive to local restaurants and sample our delicious cuisine, a car is recommended. Madeira Airport is 45 km away.

Neighborhood info

The nearest restaurants are at 4km. Bus stop 4km. IMPORTANT NOTE: Car is recommended.

Languages Spoken

English,French,Portuguese

Area info

House rules

Solar da Bica takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 79 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property is not served by public transports.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Solar da Bica of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 119/RNET