Title: São José Travel Guide: Best of São José, Ponta Delgada Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in São José](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Jose-Hotels.d863351380306456576.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in São José](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Jose-Holiday-Rentals.d863351380306456576.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[São José Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sao-Jose.d863351380306456576.Car-Hire-Guide)[São José Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Jose.d863351380306456576.Holidays-City-Breaks) # São José Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Thermal pool in the beautiful little town of Furnas in the Azores, Portugal. The iron in the water makes it this orange/brown colour so don't wear your best swimwear! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035398/5b1d8e0f-e9bc-411a-9576-eb23e3d3293c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Thermal pool in the beautiful little town of Furnas in the Azores, Portugal. The iron in the water makes it this orange/brown colour so don't wear your best swimwear! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035398/5b1d8e0f-e9bc-411a-9576-eb23e3d3293c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048267/4fce419e-81d7-459e-aba0-4d4a3b56dcb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048267/98dd08f1-2b4f-4410-8332-ccd31c4600b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048267/c02e5c1d-499e-4ac4-9d3b-9820b5790c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit São José Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_863351380306456576) - Top hotels in São José - Top Holiday Rentals in São José ![Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91190000/91186400/91186380/c59eb981_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel Campo de São Francisco Ponta Delgada £128 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Santuário do ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews) All was perfect. Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=91186380&PinnedHotelID=91186380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=863351380306456576) ![Hotel Talisman](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2990000/2982100/2982027/883c1b3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Talisman Rua Marques da Praia e Manforte, 40 Ponta Delgada £67 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (826 reviews) Staff was really helpful and professional throughout. Room was spotless. Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=2982027&PinnedHotelID=2982027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=863351380306456576) ![Hotel Ponta Delgada](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2490000/2483700/2483671/f160edb7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Ponta Delgada Rua João Francisco Cabral 49 Ponta Delgada Stay at this spa hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (426 reviews) Excellent Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=2483671&PinnedHotelID=2483671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=863351380306456576) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=2483671&PinnedHotelID=2483671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=863351380306456576) [See all 1,131 properties in São José](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026®ionId=863351380306456576) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Lusitano Garden Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113970000/113963300/113963217/8649d4e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lusitano Garden Villas Rua João da Castanheira 92 Ponta Delgada Azores Stay at this villa in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Gruta do Carvao are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) This hotel is a hidden gem. It’s about four minutes from the airport and very quiet. The staff were incredibly kind. The villa was spotless, and we slept like a dream. Breakfast was delivered to the villa and it was very good. We also went to see the horses, it was fun. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Lusitano-Garden-Villas.h113963217.Hotel-Information) ![Complete studio in Ponta Delgada](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116737400/116737397/76aec39f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Complete studio in Ponta Delgada Ponta Delgada Açores Stay at this apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Antonio Borges Garden ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h116737397.Hotel-Information) ![Santa Clara 1828](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83724400/83724354/b7a86845_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Clara 1828 R. de São Miguel 41 Ponta Delgada Açores Stay at this apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Lagoa das Empadadas are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews) Spacious clean rooms. Patio was a bonus. Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Santa-Clara-1828.h83724354.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in São José](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=863351380306456576&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check São José hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24)[23 Feb - 24 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25)[24 Feb - 25 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=863351380306456576&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial view Povoacao townscape, Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118672/0c2fd56e-19b8-4f8c-8a5a-8a145fc49548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Delgada Harbour 4/5(53 reviews) Explore the waterfront in São Pedro with a trip to Ponta Delgada Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-Harbour-Ponta-Delgada.d6118672.Attraction) ![Day image of the arches of the city gates in Ponta Delgada-sao miguel-açores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6189652/bc9e59cb-018c-4d40-a017-353c5c7fcbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Delgada City Gates 4/5(44 reviews) You can find out about the history of São Sebastião with a stop at Ponta Delgada City Gates. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-City-Gates-Ponta-Delgada.d6189652.Attraction) ![Aerial view to Azul and Verde lakes at Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532485216/8c53c4c4-fd93-43d6-9651-f5dd67fcdc93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores 4.5/5(23 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoa-Azul-Ponta-Delgada.d553248621532485216.Attraction) ![Aerial view of Ponta da Ferraria hot springs and Atlantic ocean coast on Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976794401/67a644be-b754-4d68-89c0-0a4fb2191f12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Termas da Ferraria You can take time to visit Termas da Ferraria during your travels to Ginetes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Termas-Da-Ferraria-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794401.Attraction) ![View of the Sete Cidades lake and city from the boca do inferno mountain peak](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976794405/a4ca5492-7ac5-4d2c-a6c1-96831039fe4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boca-Do-Inferno-Viewpoint-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794405.Attraction) ![Green lake. Heaven on Earth.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000020953/d371b46e-5c64-40d7-9d51-27968de1f5df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lagoa das Sete Cidade 4.5/5(39 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoa-Das-Sete-Cidade-Ponta-Delgada.d6118674.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full Day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47802309/1dff5850-6e62-40cd-9b15-6ccc8168f86f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo £56 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-sete-cidades-lagoa-do-fogo.a47802309.activity-details) ![Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5154485/20c46bdd-52f0-4493-b987-8b7a126a877a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner £68 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hot-water-pool-bath-inside-pineapple-plantation-dinner.a5154485.activity-details) ![Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44640050/2f8dd26d-0a5a-4e0a-9fbb-94fb30e90c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental £17 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vila-franca-do-campo-kayak-rental.a44640050.activity-details) ![See Sete Cidades from amazing viewpoints.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1126330/06337c23-1f32-4c90-b52e-849f1a91cfd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades £41 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-4x4-tour-to-lagoa-das-sete-cidades.a1126330.activity-details) ![Vila Franca do Campo: Boat Tour Around Ilhéu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47063180/76c7e133-b416-46b3-a6f7-553ddfb3b9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vila Franca do Campo: Boat Tour Around Ilhéu £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vila-franca-do-campo-boat-tour-around-ilheu.a47063180.activity-details) ![Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades Guided Buggy, Quad, or Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4768124/9d9f37f6-81ab-48a7-aaca-9ae62ea34d72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades Guided Buggy, Quad, or Jeep Tour £69 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ponta-delgada-sete-cidades-guided-buggy.a4768124.activity-details) [See all activities in São José](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sao-Jose.d863351380306456576.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near São José ![Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, Bekannter Aussichtspunkt, Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azoren](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2755/1f0a8db3-5b49-417f-8eda-b35123236e08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ponta Delgada - Cities near São José - Places of interest [Ponta Delgada](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada.dx2755) - [Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres ](https://expedia.co.uk/Santuario-Do-Senhor-Santo-Cristo-Dos-Milagres-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635998002122.Attraction) - [Antonio Borges Garden ](https://expedia.co.uk/Antonio-Borges-Garden-Ponta-Delgada.d6189656.Attraction) - [Military Museum of the Azores ](https://expedia.co.uk/Military-Museum-Of-The-Azores-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635157352238.Attraction) - [Gruta do Carvao ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gruta-Do-Carvao-Ponta-Delgada.d553248621532485215.Attraction) - [Ponta Delgada Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-Harbour-Ponta-Delgada.d6118672.Attraction) - [Ponta Delgada City Gates ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Delgada-City-Gates-Ponta-Delgada.d6189652.Attraction) - [Lagoa Azul ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoa-Azul-Ponta-Delgada.d553248621532485216.Attraction) - [Santa Bárbara Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Beach-Ribeira-Grande.d553248635975091238.Attraction) - [Lagoa do Fogo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoa-Do-Fogo-Ribeira-Grande.d6118676.Attraction) - [Lagoa das Furnas ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lagoa-Das-Furnas-Povoacao.d6118678.Attraction) - [Termas da Ferraria ](https://expedia.co.uk/Termas-Da-Ferraria-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794401.Attraction) - [Caldeira Velha ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caldeira-Velha-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532485316.Attraction) - [Boca do Inferno Viewpoint ](https://expedia.co.uk/Boca-Do-Inferno-Viewpoint-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794405.Attraction) - [Nossa Senhora do Rosario Church ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nossa-Senhora-Do-Rosario-Church-Lagoa.d6223748.Attraction) - [Caneiros Natural Pools ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caneiros-Natural-Pools-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976792848.Attraction) - [Bell Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bell-Tower-Ponta-Delgada.d6189648.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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