Hotel Ponta Delgada ***

Hotel Ponta Delgada 3*

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores

This superior 3*** hotel is a great option for our solo guests, couples and families alike. Located in a quieter area of Ponta Delgada near the historic fortress and marina, Hotel Ponta Delgada is also close to the heart of the city with its many restaurants, cafes and bars. The hotel is just 15 minutes’ walk along the sea front to our boat base. It has an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and bar.

The Ponta Delgada’s Baco Restaurant offers authentic local dishes using locally sourced products and produce. Child options and vegetarian options are on their menu which has a wide variety of options. The hotel’s bar has an esplanade, where guests can enjoy a refreshing drink or cocktail from their drinks menu featuring locally sourced wines. Rooms are air-conditioned and include cable TV’s and en-suite bathrooms. Every room at the Hotel Ponta Delgada has a balcony. The comfort suites include bathtubs and business suites include a walk in shower.

Please note: the indoor pool and jacuzzi will be closed from 06 January to 03 February 2025 for routine maintenance.

Hotel Marina Atlantico ****

Hotel Marina Atlantico 4*

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores

Over looking the harbour with views out to sea and just a few minutes walk from our boat base, this contemporary 4**** hotel has excellent facilities and spacious, well equipped rooms. The restaurant has views over the harbour and serves a delicious buffet breakfast. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the hotel. Rooms are sound proofed and come equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, minibar and en-suite facilities. Option to upgrade to sea view rooms which all have a balcony. The hotels services provide 24 hour reception, room service, free parking, laundry service, rent a car service and babysitting (by appointment).

The Hotel Marina Atlantico restaurant and bar overlooks the Marina where guests can enjoy their traditional Azorean cuisine. Afternoon tea at this hotel would be a great end to your day, enjoying the various types of Sao Miguel tea and homemade baked goods, such as cakes and scones. This hotel contains 184 rooms and suites, every room with a mountain or ocean view. The hotels décor is inspired by nautical design featuring contemporary and modern interior. Their wellness centre offers treatments, massages, gym, Turkish bath, indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and outdoor pool (not heated) with sun loungers and terrace.

Room categories include:

Standard Room: These rooms have an average size of 19m2 (204 sq2), and offer mountain or city views. They can accommodation 2 guests.

Triple Room: These rooms have an average size of 19m2 (204 sq2) and offer mountain or city views. They can accommodate up to 3 guests.

Standard Ocean View Room: These rooms have an average size of 19m2 (204 sq2), and offer ocean views. All rooms have a balcony and can accommodate up to 2 guests.

Executive Room: These rooms have an average size of 19m2 (204 sq2), and offer views of the ocean. These rooms offer a balcony and can accommodate up to 2 guests.

All ocean view rooms have a queen sized double bed (usually 2 x single beds put together with mattress topper).

City view and ocean view rooms feature bath tubs with shower.

Suites: These rooms have an average size of 38m2 (409 sq2), overlooking the sea. The suites offer a balcony and a living room and can accommodate up to 2 guests.

Accessibility: Hotel Marina Atlantico has two adapted city view rooms.

Casa Hintze Ribeiro ****

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores

This is a charming, beautifully designed boutique hotel located in the historical centre of Ponta Delgada – just a 10 minute walk to our boat base. Inspired by some of the most prominent figures of Azorean history, the hotel theme pays tribute to the culture, society and heritage of the region. The décor is stylish and artistic with volcanic stone walls and restored original features.

There are 22 en-suite studios and suites with TV, air conditioning and optional private garden terrace for a supplement. With views over the old town to the sea this accommodation is great for couples and families alike. We accommodate our families here in the larger suites that have double (king) or twin beds, a sofa bed and convenient kitchenette. These rooms also have a sliding partition to create 2 separate living spaces for families. Every room will include storage space, wardrobes, safety deposit box and a ensuite bathroom with a shower. Guests are provided with extra bed linen and towels. Buffet breakfast is included. Features include free WIFI, roof top pool, gym, bar, shared lounge, jacuzzi, wellness centre with a hammam, sauna and hot tub and 24 hour front desk and room service.

Studios can accommodate 2 adults and a child under 4 years old. Suites can accommodation up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old. Free parking is available to guests allocated on a first come first served basis

Casa das Palmerias

Casa das Palmeiras

Boutique Hotel, Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores

Just 10 minutes walk to our boat base, this charming hotel is one of our favourites. It was originally built in 1901 and has been recently renovated with great attention to restore the original features. The restoration has maintained the elegance and historical character of this grand house which was originally built for a member of the Portuguese royal family. Staying here is a real treat with high ceilings and immaculate bed linen and tasteful rooms looking out to the palm trees (from which the name Palmeiras is derived). It is set in a quiet historical part of the city conveniently located for the harbour and restaurants. Breakfast is a splendid buffet with fresh local produce: cereals, fruits, cheeses, breads and pastries as well as cooked dishes prepared by the resident breakfast chef. The house does not have a lift – your baggage will be taken to your room and collected. There is parking and tea and coffee available all day.

All 10 rooms have have bright large windows looking out to the garden or city centre. Rooms feature air conditioning, heating, free WIFI, flat screen TV, towels, hair dryer and private ensuite bathrooms with a shower. Each room at the Casa das Palmerias is named after an endemic plant because of their botanical themed inspiration for the interior of the hotel. The design of each room is dedicated to the history of the Casa das Palmerias. The top floor has great view of the city and the ocean. The ground floor of the hotel welcomes you by their grand entrance hall and dining room.

Azoris Royal Garden Hotel ****

Azoris Royal Garden Hotel 4*

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores

This is a modern 4**** hotel with great leisure facilities including tennis court, indoor and outdoor pool and fitness centre. Located 15 minutes walk to our boat base and also near to good shops and restaurants in the town centre. The hotel has a good restaurant, piano bar and coffee shop. Each air conditioned room has been created with functional details in mind and include standard amenities (wardrobe, hairdryer, toiletries, minibar/fridge). Buffet breakfast is included. Rooms also feature a TV with local and international channels and free Wi-Fi. You can access online newspapers and magazines provided free of charge through the Press Reader app.

Room types available:

CLASSIC ROOMS (single. double, twin and triple rooms).

LEVEL FAMILY ROOM (3 full sized single beds, 1 occasional single bed and 2 bathrooms)

FAMILY SUITE (maximum occupancy 4 people). The Family Suite has a master bedroom with a king-size bed and a second bedroom with two beds, an entrance hall, 2 bathrooms (1 in the master bedroom), and a balcony overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

General hotel and room features:

Internet access – high speed;
Air Conditioning;
Multi-line phone;
Wake up calls;
Housekeeping (daily);
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer;
In-room safe;
Television;
Electronic / magnetic keys;
Internet access – free;
Bathrobe;
Bathtub;
Minibar;
Balcony;
View;
Slippers;
Espresso machine