Solar do Conde Garden Hotel
Where the History of the Count of Fenais Meets Azorean Refinement
In the heart of São Miguel Island, in the tranquil parish of Capelas, stands a manor house where time seems to have slowed down: the Solar do Conde Garden Hotel. This stately home, rich in memories and tradition, was once the residence of the Count of Fenais, a noble figure whose presence marked the social and cultural landscape of the Azores in the 18th century.
The Count, a man of influence and vision, chose this place not only for its natural beauty and proximity to the sea, but also for the tranquility that the extensive gardens and rural surroundings provided. His house was a meeting point for intellectuals, artists, and political figures of the time – a true center of conviviality and cultural expression.
Today, the legacy of the Count of Fenais lives on in the Solar do Conde Garden Hotel, now carefully restored and transformed into a four-star tourist unit, where every stone, every tree, and every detail evoke the elegance and splendor of bygone eras.
The property offers a unique combination of historical heritage, modern comfort, and natural beauty:
In the main building, with its centuries-old design, there are 10 suites that maintain the architectural charm of the era, combining it with contemporary comfort.
Distributed throughout the gardens and surrounded by nature, the 27 one-bedroom apartments, in independent villas, offer complete privacy, with a compact kitchen and living room ideal for those who value tranquility and autonomy.
Guests also have access to:
A grand ballroom with capacity for 300 people, perfect for memorable events.
A historic chapel, a testament to the spirituality and tradition of the house.
A magnificent 2.5-hectare botanical garden, full of rare species and centuries-old trees.
Three restaurant rooms and a bar, where you can savor regional flavors in a refined atmosphere.
An outdoor swimming pool, integrated into the natural surroundings of the property.
A collection of works of art, furniture, and antique pieces, preserved as symbols of the rich Azorean culture.
Solar do Conde is more than a hotel: it’s a multi-sensory experience, where visitors are invited to relive centuries of history in an atmosphere of romance, tradition, and authenticity.
Discover the essence of the Azores with a touch of nobility.
Solar do Conde Garden Hotel: Timeless Charm, Natural Harmony!
Suite amenities:
– Fireplace
– Historical pieces and furniture
– Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub
– Breathtaking view of the Mountain
– Safe box
– Iron
The Suites in the Secular building has a noble style, focused on quality and comfort, with thermal and acoustic insulation, air conditioning and carpeting or laminate.
Also equipped with Wi-Fi connection, Minibar, Coffee machine, Telephone and Cable Tv(LCD).
The Solar do Conde also includes an event room with max capacity for 300 people. From time to time, are carried out workshops and gastronomic events having an interesting touch with a Garden Cocktail for a perfect sunset.
Besides that, for smaller events we have available the regional kitchen area (with bread made in a wood oven and a terrace by the pool) and a fresh room that can be adapted to events.
We are sought for the realization of all type of event, namely:
• Group dinners (Mainly for the regional cuisine experience);
• Birthdays (With menus as it includes drinks);
• Special dinners;
• Buffet lunch and dinner groups;
• Weddings;
• Baptized;
• Communions;
• Years of marriage (which can be combined with the ceremony in our Chapel)
The unit offers two restaurant rooms with a typical style from that time, and a “fresh” breakfast room that connects to the pool and punctually is adapted to special culinary events.
We have available the room service and picnic preparation so you can explore the island at will, without having to worry.
In the summer, the hotel has a daily theme based on buffet dinners with regional dishes (with bread made in a wood oven in front of the customers), tapas with regional products, traditional food, vegetarian dinners, among others.
Come check.
We have special prices for groups. Talk to us.
Our swimming pool is located outside, along with a terrace, bar service and breakfast room. In addition to being heated pool, the pool has the interesting peculiarity of being supplied by water captured directly from a natural source, 67 meters deep and treated with salt.
The botanical garden is composed of secular trees and a lot of flowers. In general terms, the whole unit is part of a “big garden”, with various nooks around the villas and a large forest located to the south part of the Hotel.
Around the garden you will find barbecue places so you can feel the true conviviality with nature.
Chapel or Hermitage is a secondary Christian temple, normally regarded as places for religious attendance from specific groups of people or religious communities. They are usually found in villages, schools, universities, prisons, convents, barracks, castles, farms etc.
The Solar do Conde features a Secular chapel, which keeps the moth and the assets unchanged. Our chapel is sought annually by the “Romeiros” (Pilgrims), by Catholics who celebrates the years of marriage, and for all of those who are fascinated by the history and culture of the civilization.
Come and see.
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