Ponta Delgada Travel Guide

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Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, Bekannter Aussichtspunkt, Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azoren
Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, Bekannter Aussichtspunkt, Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azoren
Mountain landscape with hiking trail and view of beautiful lakes, Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal.; Shutterstock ID 467963054
KM6315 Landscape in Sao Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal, as seen from Coal Peak viewpoint. Capelas and Ponta Delgada in the background
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Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico

Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico

5 out of 5
Avenida Infante D. Henrique 113 Ponta Delgada
The price is £116 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
£116
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Ocean view room. Wonderful fast attentive staff. All was 1st class.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico
Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA

Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA

5 out of 5
Rua das Terças, 3 Ponta Delgada
The price is £92 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£92
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (911 reviews)
This hotel is definitely worth it , it is top notch We will come back for sure

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA
Hotel Do Colégio

Hotel Do Colégio

4 out of 5
Rua Carvalho Araújo 39 Ponta Delgada Azores
The price is £93 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
£93
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
Great deal in a great location. Very quick room refresh each day. Nice attention to detail. Would recommend and would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel Do Colégio
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Hotel Gaivota Azores

Hotel Gaivota Azores

4 out of 5
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, 103 Ponta Delgada
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
We upgraded to an apartment unit and were happy with the amenities provided. The staff were very friendly and efficient and willing to assist us with our needs and questions. Communication was easy. The only complaint is noises from above and in the hallway area. Minor inconvenience. Parking was ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hotel Gaivota Azores
Casa do Contador - Suites & Pool

Casa do Contador - Suites & Pool

3 out of 5
Rua do Contador, 41 Ponta Delgada Azores
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
To manage some dietary restrictions, we wanted a hotel with some meal preparation facilities. We chose the Casa Do Contador and we could not have been more please. Prior to arrival we contacted them for some information. Their responses were almost immediate. Upon arrival, we found it to be a small ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Casa do Contador - Suites & Pool
Whales Bay Hotel

Whales Bay Hotel

4 out of 5
Canada do Terreiro, São Vicente Ferreir Ponta Delgada
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Spacious clean room, great and helpful staff

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Whales Bay Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Aerial view Povoacao townscape, Azores

Ponta Delgada Harbour

Explore the waterfront in São Pedro with a trip to Ponta Delgada Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ponta Delgada Harbour
Day image of the arches of the city gates in Ponta Delgada-sao miguel-açores

Ponta Delgada City Gates

After visiting Ponta Delgada City Gates, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in São Sebastião. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ponta Delgada City Gates
Aerial view to Azul and Verde lakes at Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal

Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores during your travels in Sete Cidades. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores
Aerial view of Ponta da Ferraria hot springs and Atlantic ocean coast on Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal

Termas da Ferraria

You can take time to visit Termas da Ferraria during your travels to Ginetes.

Termas da Ferraria
Green lake. Heaven on Earth.

Lagoa das Sete Cidade

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa das Sete Cidade during your travels in Sete Cidades. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoa das Sete Cidade
View of the Sete Cidades lake and city from the boca do inferno mountain peak

Boca do Inferno Viewpoint

Find out about the history of Sete Cidades when you spend time at Boca do Inferno Viewpoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Boca do Inferno Viewpoint

Things to do

Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner

Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner

£69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner
Whales on the surface in Vila Franca do Campo, Azores

São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour

£51
per adult
São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour
Full Day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo

Full Day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo

£57
per adult
Full Day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo
Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental

Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental

£17
per traveller
Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental
See Sete Cidades from amazing viewpoints.

Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades

£42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Vila Franca do Campo: Boat Tour Around Ilhéu

Vila Franca do Campo: Boat Tour Around Ilhéu

£22
per adult
Vila Franca do Campo: Boat Tour Around Ilhéu
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Reviews of Ponta Delgada

4.6
Top destination
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4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great walk along the seafront and a surprisingly fascinating military museum.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It’s pretty small and quiet, so if clubbing is important to you, then I don’t think there’s a lot of choice. If you hate nature then don’t come here.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The weather was not very good in October. The guided tours of the island were good.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Easy, reasonably priced parking. Lovely old fruit and veg market.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

If you love a quiet, restful holiday with walks and interesting things to look at and are interested in finding out about the island and what it has to offer you will not be disappointed. If you want lively entertainment and night life it isn't here.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good baseto explore a very beautiful island

Cities near Ponta Delgada

Aloe vera plants in the surroundings of Caloura.

Lagoa

Panoramic cityscape view to Municipality and central square of Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel, Azores

Ribeira Grande

Front facade of the hermitage of Nossa Senhora do Pilar or Livramento in Velas. São Jorge Island-Azores-Portugal.

Livramento

Beautiful view of Seven Cities Lake "Lagoa das Sete Cidades" from Vista do Rei viewpoint in São Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal. Lagoon of the Seven Cities, Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal.

Sete Cidades

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