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Between the sea and the mountains, truly discover São Miguel
Experience the Azores from Hotel do Mar, in Povoação
O Hotel do Mar, na Povoação, é o refúgio perfeito para descobrir o lado mais autêntico de São Miguel. Aqui, o Atlântico encontra o verde das montanhas e o tempo abranda para revelar a alma tranquila dos Açores.
Com uma localização privilegiada, o hotel é o ponto de partida ideal para explorar lagoas, trilhos, miradouros e praias únicas.
Our staff’s recommendations
A equipa do Hotel do Mar partilha consigo alguns dos segredos mais encantadores da ilha — experiências que tornam cada estadia inesquecível:
Lagoa das Furnas
a perfect setting for walking, kayaking and connecting with nature.
Terra Nostra Park
a botanical garden with endemic species and natural thermal pools.
Ribeira Quente Beach
a calm, wave-free bay, ideal for families.
Ponta da Madrugada Viewpoint
the most beautiful sunrise in São Miguel.
Sanguinho Trail
walk through dense vegetation to a waterfall where you can cool off.
Hermitage of Santa Bárbara
the island’s first chapel, with panoramic views over Ribeira Quente.
Agrião Walking Trail
a stunning trail right on the hotel’s doorstep.Beach and natural pools – just a few steps away, dive into the Atlantic or relax in the sun.
Must-visit places
Explore os arredores da Povoação, repletos de história, natureza e tradição:
Vila da Povoação
the island’s first settlement, with picturesque streets and a welcoming atmosphere.
Furnas
thermal waters, tropical gardens and the famous stew cooked in volcanic calderas.
Nordeste
one of the greenest and most flower-filled areas of São Miguel, with breathtaking views.
Dona Beija Thermal Pools
open-air thermal pools, perfect for relaxing at the end of the day.
Ribeira dos Caldeirões
waterfalls, old mills and trails in the heart of nature.
Flavours that tell stories
The Azores are an emerging gastronomic destination.
During your stay, be sure to try:
The fresh fish and grilled octopus from the south coast;
The regional-style steak and the Furnas stew, cooked in volcanic steam vents;
The local cheeses and liqueurs, perfect for toasting to the island;
The Gorreana and Porto Formoso tea, produced on the oldest plantations in Europe.
Unique experiences in the Azores
Make your stay even more memorable with unforgettable experiences:
Whale and dolphin watching off the coast of Ponta Delgada;
Boat trips along the coastline;
Kayaking and pedal boating on the lagoons;
Hiking trails with ocean views;
Thermal baths under the stars in Furnas or Caldeira Velha.
Hotel do Mar Tip
A partir do Hotel do Mar, cada passeio é uma viagem pelos sentidos.
Sinta o cheiro do mar, ouça o som das ondas e descubra a serenidade que faz dos Açores um destino inesquecível.