Title: Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=2755&destination=Ponta+Delgada%2C+Azores%2C+Portugal&selected=93790244&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) ## Photo gallery for Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) ![TV - Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) (Ponta Delgada)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93800000/93790300/93790244/b78eab06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet - Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) (Ponta Delgada)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93800000/93790300/93790244/18133c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) (Ponta Delgada)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93800000/93790300/93790244/0eddb2e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) (Ponta Delgada)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93800000/93790300/93790244/92b2ac11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) (Ponta Delgada)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93800000/93790300/93790244/2acf0a3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Ponta Delgada Harbour, Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) provides amenities like laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) Our apartment come complete with a kitchen and living-room, as well as a bathroom and 2 queen bedrooms. Plus, our location makes it easy to get to all the action in the centre of town. Building main entrance, elevator 1st floor Available for any question before, during and after your stay. If you haven't figured out your trip, let us know, we are pleased to help. Inspired by the merchants who once came from all over the world and shared their delicacies, life stories and cultures here, Varanda Azul Lofts are charming places in the centre of Ponta Delgada, one of the most vibrant and lively cities in the Azores! Right in the urban heart you can enjoy many restaurants, cafes and a quiet city life. Bus Station (Portas do Mar) We advise to rent a Car WelcomeBuddy is committed to creating sustainable and eco-friendly living spaces. At the heart of our operations is a dedication to environmental responsibility, reflected in our use of ecolabel products for cleaning and maintenance. From eco-friendly shampoos to recycled paper products such as napkins, toilet paper, and kitchen paper, we strive to minimize our ecological footprint while providing top-notch property management services. Join us in fostering a greener future for our communities as we prioritize sustainability in every aspect of our operations. Welcome to a cleaner, greener living experience with WelcomeBuddy. \*\*\*\*\* Note: If you are traveling with children, please request a crib directly from us. Extra cost applies. Hassle Free Rent a Car: \- Skip lengthy queues at the airport; \- No deposits required. Contact us for additional information. Parking Remarks: 1\. We are located on a pedestrian only street with restricted vehicle access; 2\. There are two parking options: A - Offsite public street paid parking during the day with the following not paid times: \- Week Days: 7pm - 8am \- Saturday: from 1pm \- Sundays and Holidays B- Underground garage paid parking ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![City Apartment, 1 Bedroom | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61590000/61585200/61585137/9d5f4cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Atlantic Town Ponta Delgada - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - City view 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=61585137&PinnedHotelID=61585137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97580000/97572600/97572559/bfb50fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hostel Matriz 55 Ponta Delgada - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Soundproof rooms 10 Exceptional 15 reviews $149 nightly $160 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=97572559&PinnedHotelID=97572559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20480000/20480000/20479916/3e16c648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ★ Green & Blue ★ 3Br, in Ponta Delgada ❤ view over city + sea Fajã de Baixo - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=20479916&PinnedHotelID=20479916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102410000/102405500/102405456/9f7ed64d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa dos Magalhães Vila do Porto - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=102405456&PinnedHotelID=102405456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116510000/116502400/116502374/b0a02b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quinta do Almanac Velas - Ocean view - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Soundproof rooms 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=116502374&PinnedHotelID=116502374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12330000/12321000/12320931/207435a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matriz Ponta Delgada - Free WiFi - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=12320931&PinnedHotelID=12320931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66970000/66960400/66960394/8ed84745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family or Friends Right at the City Center! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 3840 ### Property is also known as aeab824d-6d59-4939-80b6-0dcf897ebe65 ## About the neighborhood Located in Ponta Delgada, this apartment is in the city center and by the sea. Ponta Delgada Harbour and Ponta Delgada Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mercado da Graça and Parque Atlântico. Carlos Machado Museum and Antonio Borges Garden are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Varanda Azul - First Mate Loft (City Centre) Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tia D. May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Urban Respite First Mate Loft was a perfect home base for our first visit to the Azores. It is centrally located on the island of Sao Miguel and in the city of Ponta Delgado. We rented a car so we could get out and explore the island. We found an underground parking lot a few minutes walk from the apartment (and used euros to pay for the parking tickets).The city is very accessible by foot, and shops, markets, and restaurants were plentiful in the neighborhood.The island is magical in so many ways. Would love to return and would readily stay at this apartment again. We recommend the host Welcome Buddy and suggest using WhatsApp for communicating with them. Thank you for sharing your apartment with us. So grateful! ##### Tia D. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna M. Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The apartment was perfect , location super we would recommend ##### Joanna M. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeannie M. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing location walk to every restaurant. Space is beautiful!! ##### Jeannie M. 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