Hôtels 4 étoiles prisés à Ribeira Grande

The helpfulness of all the staff was excellent, the breakfast is outstanding, as is the view from the restaurant and bar. The location and the beach are dramatic and beautiful. The hotel has been built sensitively, in harmony with the hillside, so much so that when we arrived in the dark and late, due to flights affected by a storm, we could not initially see the dark brown front door, it blends in so well! Our 9 night stay was perfect for the family to celebrate both of our wedding anniversaries. The younger couple found the hiking trails beautiful and great for the morning run but they do require a car to get to the start as the road by the hotel is not safe for pedestrians. Swimming pools are not heated, so are for summery days. Reception staff provided helpful and reliable advice and issued us with a list of recommended quality restaurants which they were happy to book for us. Food on the island was in general very good for fish and sea food but vegetables were unexciting.

This apart-hotel complex is absolutely beautiful, flowering bushes everywhere with a lovely scent. Our apartment was large and airy and had a great private terrace on the first floor (2nd floor if you’re North American). It really was a home from home with a full dining area with table and chairs and lounge area with sofa, soft rug and tv. The main double bedroom was upstairs with an anteroom having a sofa/pull out bed for children or guests 3&4. Lots of storage in the bedroom but there was a distinct lack of hangers in the wardrobe but loads of drawer space. The kitchen is adequate enough for simple meals (no oven) with a twin hob and microwave, kettle and toaster, and a selection of pots and pans. We managed really well. The hotel provides breakfast 8am - 10am if you want it at 12euros per person. We didn’t try this option. Housekeeping are amazing and come every day! Everything is clean and beds are made. Towels can be changed daily if you like. For a self-catering holiday we found that a lot was provided in the apartment for us: washing up liquid, washing up sponge, washing up cloth and a tea towel. These are replenished and changed as needed. There is also toilet roll, shower gel and hand wash provided in the bathroom which was lovely - again, replenished when needed or on request. The complex gardens are beautiful and well-tended. The pool looked lovely and well-cared for, however we didn’t try it out. There seems to be a hot tub in a wooden building off the pool area - we took a look but it was grubby and the water had floating debris. I’m sure they would have sorted it out if we had asked, but we were out and about discovering the island every day. You definitely need to hire a car for the duration of your stay here as there isn’t any bus route nearby and taxis would be very expensive to get around the island. HANDY TIP: If you’re picking up your hire car on landing at the airport and driving to Quinta da Santana - to get into the complex there is an electronic gate that requires a remote control. When you first arrive, drive past the big metal gate and find the next smaller (pedestrian) gate. Put the hazard lights on in the car and get out to ring the bell. This alerts reception who will come and open the gate for you or just give you a remote straight away so you can drive into the complex. We had a horrendous time of looking and looking and going around and around the roads trying to find the entrance!! We didn’t know about the need to ring the pedestrian gate bell (face palm!) The reception staff are lovely and very accommodating and speak English very well. I’m not sure what other languages they can speak. The area that Quinta da Santana is situated in is the one fly in the ointment….it seems really run down and the road they are situated on is all full of industrial buildings and commercial businesses. Further exploration within Santana uncovers the grubbier side of agricultural life with its local working class community.

With a stay at Quinta do Passo, you'll be centrally located in Ribeira Grande, within a 10-minute walk of Museu Casa do Arcano and Caldeira Velha. This upscale villa is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Lagoa do Fogo and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Batalha Golf Course.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean villa include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your room comes with a memory foam bed, and all rooms are furnished with twin sofa beds. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Nous avons passé 5 nuits dans cet hôtel. Allons-y un par un. Chambre : Il n'y avait pas de système d'échappement dans les toilettes. L'odeur des draps était horrible depuis le premier jour. Le design était sympa. Le service de nettoyage était une blague... Nous avons dû demander jusqu'à trois fois pour faire la chambre... Chaque jour était un drame sachant quand cela allait être fait. Petit déjeuner : Un hôtel 5 étoiles ne mérite pas un si mauvais petit déjeuner. Le jus d'orange n'était même pas frais. Le jambon espagnol était horrible (vraiment de mauvaise qualité et boulangerie. . . juste sans voix) Restaurant : Variété de plats extrêmement courte. Encore une fois, pas au niveau attendu d'un hôtel 5 étoiles. Installations : Il y avait encore de nombreuses pièces à finir et pas complètement construites. Le cadre est vraiment moche.... Commentaires supplémentaires : Nous avons vu de nombreux couples et familles qui avaient réservé à la réception sans chambre disponible... L'hôtel proposait une autre chambre dans d'autres hôtels à 17 km !! Nous sommes allés jouer à la piscine (billard) et il y avait une fuite au plafond... Un hôtel neuf avec une fuite ??? En résumé, le meilleur de cet hôtel était le personnel... Pauvres d'eux, essayant d'”éteindre” tous les incendies causés par l'hôtel et la direction de l'hôtel. Spécialement le personnel de la réception : Merci de faire de votre mieux ! Je fournis 3/5 étoiles car je veux croire qu'ils résoudront tous ces problèmes en peu de temps et que ce sera bon d'ici là.

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.