I just returned from a three night stay at this hotel with my girlfriend and our teenage daughter. We have been countless times in S. Miguel as we consider it such a pleasant and beautiful island. This time we opted for a hotel outside the main towns and in fact we managed to do just that. At the same time it is only 20 minutes away from the airport and 15 minutes away from Ponta Delgada or Ribeira Grande, the two main towns. We already visited the nine islands of the Azores archipelago and always get a rental car at the airport (exception at Corvo Island). If you are staying in this hotel, it is paramount that you do the same. As to the hotel itself, we booked it only four weeks in advance on high season, thus we had to pay the full rate of the stay at that moment. Upon check-in on room 206, we were given two identical cards without any distinctive element, one to open the door and the other to insert into the slot for lightening. That is odd, generally, hotels give two identical keys to open the door and one of them, if necessary can be left on the slot when we are out. We were assigned a spacious accommodation with living room, bedroom and bathroom. We did not have sea view and the living room had lots of glass walls overlooking the adjacent condo. All those glasses made it very hot on the sun shining days and we had to keep the AC on during the day. The décor of the room was unstylish and lacking attention to details. The bedroom had a big closet but no clothes rail or hangers. Besides that, one of the doors of the closet could not be opened fully, because it bumped into the shelves that are installed as bedside tables. The safe was old style, that is to say, it closes with a key that we had to ask for at the reception at no charge, along with a cumbersome key ring that we had to take with us whenever we were out of the room. The living room had a well equipped kitchen, that we did not use but it was constantly patrolled by half a dozen ants. We had bought previously some good looking fruits and had to fill a big dish with water and in the middle of it we put a small dish with our fruit so that the ants weren’t able to cross the water in order to get to fruit island. The bathroom was very spacious and pleasant looking even if the washbasin was more stylish than efficient. This room lacked tremendously of a place to put one´s belongings (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, electrical razor and so on). Amazingly no one foresaw the installation of a shelf. The social areas of the hotel such as the lobby are, again, unstylish, corridors have shabby carpeting. The room where breakfast is served has a view to an outside wall and lacks natural lightening. Breakfast itself has a reasonable variety of items, but by no means is it worth 12 euro per person per day, that in our case we were asked to paid in advance, precisely at the same moment we made the reservation. There is a restaurant at the hotel, called Dragoeiro but it features mainly sushi. It is in
Excellent hotel overall. Great location and friendly staff and great grounds/view. The experience there could be dramatically improved with just two small changes:
1. Poolside service - as it is, you have to get your own food and drink. Adding an app or call system would be awesome. A pool waiter/waitress would be amazing.
2. Better mattresses. They felt quite hard, like a budget mattress not appropriate to a nice hotel.
Wonderful place. Gorgeous huge rooms with fabulous views of ocean and nearby church. Kind and helpful staff from front desk to housekeeping. We arrived at 8 am as had early flight in. They directed us to breakfast and had a room available immediately after. Very thoughtful. The breakfast was wonderful. Eggs Benedict, eggs royal, fresh fruit, wonderful breads, cheese , ham, smoothies etc. OMG the chocolate croissants and portuguese tarts hot from oven! Great coffee. So many choices! The dinners were probably best on the island. Food was reasonable in price and well presented. Steak was very tender, seafood fresh and light. Not a fault from beginning to end of stay. Area quiet and safe. Variety store a few minutes away with wine and snacks for sale. One of the customers there sang a Fado song for me. This hotel is a great place for couples. I think a bit too quiet for families. Reasonable drives to all attractions. Look no further
In the scenic Azores archipelago, our hotel is steps from the museum at Science and Technology Park and minutes from the EN1-1A highway. The city of Ponta Delgada and Santa Barbara Beach are within 11 kilometers. During your stay, enjoy our indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant and pool bar, meeting rooms, and fitness center.
White was the perfect place for our honeymoon. From the moment we walked in the door we were struck by the serene ocean views and the very kind and helpful staff. Everyone spoke English perfectly and were all so willing to help make our experience on Sao Miguel great. We stayed in an ocean view suite and it was the perfect place to come home to and unwind after our days of adventure on the island. The hotel was so clean and beautiful. The restaurant food was top quality and paired with a stunning atmosphere, it was so enjoyable we had a hard time wanting to go anywhere else for our meals! They provided us with a cellphone so we could contact concierge at any time, as well as have an emergency number (thankfully we didn’t need to call it!) Lagoa is the best place to stay on the island because it is so central, the west and east were both short drives away. They also provided us with beach towels and a large beach tote bag and umbrellas. We made use of the beach tote every day, this was such a thoughtful thing to include as the island provides lots of opportunities for impromptu swims! We couldn’t be happier with our choice to stay here and would recommend it to anyone.
With a stay at Volcanic Charming House in Ribeira Grande, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ponta Delgada Harbour and Caldeira Velha. This eco-certified hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Monte Verde Beach and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Igreja do Espírito Santo.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include desks, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
A stay at MS Vila Nova places you in the heart of Ponta Delgada, within a 5-minute walk of Santuario Nossa Senhora da Esperanca and Military Museum of the Azores. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Ponta Delgada Harbour and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Portas da Cidade.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite to eat at Atlantis Room, a poolside restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
With a stay at Hotel Verde Mar & SPA in Ribeira Grande, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center and Monte Verde Beach. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Igreja do Espírito Santo and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Santa Bárbara Beach.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Ribeira Grande? This hotel has facilities measuring 1485 square feet (138 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 152 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
With a stay at Herdade do Ananás in Ponta Delgada, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ponta Delgada Harbour and Azorean Pineapple Plantation. This guesthouse is 1.3 mi (2 km) from University of the Azores and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Praia do Populo.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor tennis court and bicycles to rent. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Herdade do Ananás, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
With a stay at Senhora da Rosa Tradition & Nature Hotel in Ponta Delgada, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Ponta Delgada Harbour and Praia do Populo. This family-friendly hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Azorean Pineapple Plantation and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of the Azores.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, a sauna, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite with Regional cuisine at Magma, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Ponta Delgada? This hotel has 753 square feet (70 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 35 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Located in Ponta Delgada, Casa da Praia is near the beach, a 3-minute walk from Milicias Ocean Beach and 12 minutes by foot from Praia do Populo. This beach guesthouse is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ponta Delgada Harbour and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Portuguese Republic Square.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.