Your stay — WestSide Guesthouse
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The Property — WestSide Guesthouse
WestSide Guesthouse is a budget-friendly 3-star in Peniche’s town centre, a short walk from the port and main beach. The lobby is a small, clean check-in area with a surfboard rack and local wave charts on the wall; the vibe is practical and no-fuss. It suits surfers, solo travellers, and couples wanting a simple base for exploring the Peniche peninsula. The USP is location: you’re minutes from the bus station, restaurants and the ferry to Berlengas Island.
Chronicles of Peniche
Peniche began as a fishing village, fortified in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Fort of Peniche, a star-shaped citadel later used as a political prison under the Estado Novo regime. Its economy shifted from cod fishing to tourism and surf culture from the 1990s onward. The old town has narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed houses with blue trim, and a working fish market. Today Peniche is known as a world-class surf destination and the departure point for the Berlengas Nature Reserve.
Best Time to Visit
Full Peniche guide →Best months
MayJuneSeptember
Peak / festival surge
July (especially around the 15 July Peniche Surf Film Festival) is peak, with crowded beaches and high hotel prices; many 3-star doubles go from €60 to €100+ per night.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer discounted rates (€50–€80/night), still pleasant weather (16–22°C) and thinner crowds.
Weather & packing
Peniche has a microclimate: even in July, Atlantic breezes and fog can drop temperatures to 18°C in the morning. Pack a windproof jacket and a light jumper for evenings, and always include sunscreen.
Live City Briefing — Peniche
- The Peniche–Berlengas ferry runs daily in July, but seats sell out: book at least two days ahead.
- Construction on the new Peniche marina (next to the fort) continues in summer 2026 – expect minor noise and closed sections of the seafront promenade.
- A new direct coach route from Lisbon to Peniche (via Rede Expressos) started in May 2026, reducing journey time to 1h15.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to WestSide Guesthouse, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the first floor (piso 1) or second floor, facing the inner courtyard or side alley rather than the street. These floors are above ground-level noise but still within easy reach via the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (r/c) or those directly overlooking Rua 1 de Maio, a main road into Peniche with early-morning traffic and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft or the entrance corridor on the ground floor.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms at the front (Rua 1 de Maio side) offer a street view of the town and glimpses of the harbour, but with traffic trade-off. Rear-facing rooms look over local rooftops and possibly a quieter residential area, but no coastal panorama.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest, as they are above street bustle and away from the reception and bar area, assuming the bar is ground-floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua 1 de Maio is a through-road connecting to the port and main square, with buses and delivery vans from early morning (around 7am). The bar or common area on the ground floor may have chatter until late evening. No nightclub nearby, but street noise is the primary issue.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask ahead about free on-street parking on side streets like Rua dos Pescadores, as the guesthouse may not have its own lot. 2. Check-in can be slow at peak times; request a late checkout if you want to explore Peniche’s surf beaches without feeling rushed.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — WestSide Guesthouse
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 25–50 Mbps; no login or time limit
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) accessed via lobby tablet; no physical papers
Standard check-in 15:00–22:00; early bag-drop possible from 10:00 at no charge; late check-out available until 14:00 for €30
Free storage at reception during check-in hours; after 22:00 by prior arrangement
Step-free entry via ramp at main door; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms in guest rooms
No on-site parking; free street parking on Rua 1 de Maio (unreserved); nearest public car park is Estacionamento Peniche Centro, €5 per night (24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, up to a maximum of 7 nights
Deposit & card hold: One night's charge pre-authorised at booking; a €50 incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capela do Senhor do Calvário (197 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda (353 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Nossa Senhora Estrela do Mar (990 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Igreja da Misericórdia de Peniche (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque da Urbanização Pisa Barros — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Museu da Renda de Bilros de Peniche — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Forum da Parreirinha — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Parque Infantil da Urbanização Pisa Barros — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 765 m · ~10 min walk
Farmácia Higiénica — 993 m · ~12 min walk
Galinha Gorda — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Terminal Rodoviário de Peniche — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATM withdrawals give the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux in tourist areas or the airport.
Visa/Mastercard contactless widely accepted; smaller cafés and markets often cash-only.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for excellent service), no tipping for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso (bica) at a pastelaria — roughly €0.70–€1.00.
Menu do dia (soup, main, drink, dessert) at a tasca — €8–€10.
Grilled fish or chicken with chips at a local tasca — €10–€12 for a main.
Bifanas (pork rolls) or pastéis de nata from bakeries; no dedicated street-food market in this area.
Pingo Doce, Continente Mini and Lidl are common in Peniche.
High-street: a small C&A or a mix of independent budget shops along Rua Humberto Delgado.
Local bus (TUP) €1.50 single; from Lisbon airport take the Rede Expressos bus to Peniche (€12) rather than a taxi.
Eat the menu do dia at lunch for best value. Buy wine and beer at a supermarket instead of a café. Walk or bike between the main beach and the centre.
Good to know — Peniche
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safe
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Emergency Contacts
PenicheAll emergencies (police, ambulance, fire) in Portugal are handled by the single number 112. For non-urgent police matters, contact the local GNR at +351 262 780 090 (Peniche station). For health queries outside emergencies, call Saúde 24 on 808 24 24 24.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Peniche, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at WestSide Guesthouse
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 765 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Higiénica — 993 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Peniche bus station → Casa d'Arriba (Rua do Cabo Carvoeiro)
💡 Take line 4 towards Cabo Carvoeiro and ask the driver to stop at 'Casa d'Arriba'. Otherwise it's a 15-minute walk from town – walk west along the seafront Av. do Mar.
Lisbon Sete Rios bus station → Peniche bus station
💡 Get off at Peniche's central stop, not the marginal stop near the port. Casa d'Arriba is a 5-minute walk uphill from the bus station.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) – Aerobus line 1 or 2 → Sete Rios bus station
💡 Buy both tickets online via Rede Expressos app. The Aerobus drops you right at Sete Rios – follow signs to the bus terminal (level -1).
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Casa d'Arriba, Peniche
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Peniche Transfers for a fixed €65. Avoid unlicensed drivers at the airport arrivals hall.
About Peniche
Wikipedia ↗
Peniche (Portuguese pronunciation: [pɨˈniʃɨ] ), officially the City of Peniche (Portuguese: Cidade de Peniche), is a seaside municipality and a city in the Oeste region, in the historical province of Estremadura, and in the Leiria District. It has 26,431 inhabitants, in an area of 77.55 km2. The cit...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at WestSide Guesthouse?
Request rooms on the first floor (piso 1) or second floor, facing the inner courtyard or side alley rather than the street. These floors are above ground-level noise but still within easy reach via the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at WestSide Guesthouse?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (r/c) or those directly overlooking Rua 1 de Maio, a main road into Peniche with early-morning traffic and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft or the entrance corridor on the ground floor.
Is WestSide Guesthouse noisy?
Rua 1 de Maio is a through-road connecting to the port and main square, with buses and delivery vans from early morning (around 7am). The bar or common area on the ground floor may have chatter until late evening. No nightclub nearby, but street noise is the primary issue.
Which rooms have the best views at WestSide Guesthouse?
Upper-floor rooms at the front (Rua 1 de Maio side) offer a street view of the town and glimpses of the harbour, but with traffic trade-off. Rear-facing rooms look over local rooftops and possibly a quieter residential area, but no coastal panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at WestSide Guesthouse?
1. If arriving by car, ask ahead about free on-street parking on side streets like Rua dos Pescadores, as the guesthouse may not have its own lot. 2. Check-in can be slow at peak times; request a late checkout if you want to explore Peniche’s surf beaches without feeling rushed.
What time is check-in at WestSide Guesthouse?
Check-in at WestSide Guesthouse is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does WestSide Guesthouse have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 25–50 Mbps; no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at WestSide Guesthouse?
€2 per person per night, up to a maximum of 7 nights
Where can I eat cheaply near WestSide Guesthouse?
Menu do dia (soup, main, drink, dessert) at a tasca — €8–€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from WestSide Guesthouse?
Local bus (TUP) €1.50 single; from Lisbon airport take the Rede Expressos bus to Peniche (€12) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Peniche?
MayJuneSeptember
Top Attractions in Peniche
💡 Adults pay €3, but entry is free for all on Sunday mornings. The rooftop offers the best view of the harbour and Berlenga Island.
💡 Ignore the paid parking by the restaurant—park 100m back on the road for free. Go on a clear day to see Berlenga Island 10km offshore.
💡 Go at low tide to walk across to the Baleal island—it connects via a sandbar. Free parking near the roundabout if you drive.
💡 The steps down to the beach are steep—about 200 of them. Bring water and a towel; there's no café on site. Best at late afternoon when the sun lights up the cliffs.
💡 Entry costs €2 but includes a live demonstration—go in the morning (10am-12pm) when the lace-makers are actively working. The free audio guide is worth grabbing.