Title: Visit Conceição: 2026 Travel Guide for Conceição, Ribeira Grande | Expedia.com [Hotels in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Conceicao-Hotels.d791245661369241600.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Conceicao-Vacation-Rentals.d791245661369241600.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Conceicao.d791245661369241600.Car-Rental-Guide)[Conceição Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Conceicao.d791245661369241600.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Conceição ## Travel Guide ![...and Ribeira Grande at dusk! A lovely town to walk around and use as your base for travels around São Miguel. #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154906/43a87c5d-676e-44e5-b40f-a3ca35b061a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![...and Ribeira Grande at dusk! A lovely town to walk around and use as your base for travels around São Miguel. #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154906/43a87c5d-676e-44e5-b40f-a3ca35b061a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sete Cidades is a volcanic caldera in São Miguel Island, which is part of the Azores archipelago. This island is fascinating in that the weather is different in every direction and changes on a whim. A great mix that helps it retain its nickname, "The Green Island" Azores - St. Miguel Island - Portugal #açores #azores #portugal #canon5d #17-40l #saomiguel #saomiguelisland #miradourodocanario #setecidades #wanderlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051142/e7a04ae9-9e70-403b-922d-c05fd828c29c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Escavaldo Viewpoint - great place for images of the Atlantic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051142/f49c93a5-c48a-41d9-8744-fe6f3d1ad519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castelo Branco, near Vila Franca. Beautiful views of the tower get even better when you climb inside to the roof. As a bonus, there's even a geocache hidden here.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051142/976a712b-a697-40ee-bd8e-c436eb3e31b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Conceição Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_791245661369241600) - Conceição Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Conceição ![Hotel Verde Mar & SPA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34290000/34280800/34280798/a7ad0b90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Verde Mar & SPA Rua Dr José Nunes da Ponte Ribeira Grande $136 total per night Mar 21 - Mar 22 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (589 reviews) Clean hotel - excellent staff- amazing spa and the smell of the hotel is so fresh! Great ocean view, walking distance to shops and restaurants and the town square Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F21%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026&selected=34280798&PinnedHotelID=34280798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=791245661369241600) ![Volcanic Charming House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36420000/36416700/36416675/44f2c904_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Volcanic Charming House Rua de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento 76 Ribeira Grande Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews) Great staff wanting to make sure we had the best stay, not just in the house but on the island. Fantastic breakfast and the property itself was cozy with many places to sit back and relax or go for a swim Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F7%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026&selected=36416675&PinnedHotelID=36416675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=791245661369241600) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F7%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026&selected=36416675&PinnedHotelID=36416675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=791245661369241600) ![Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2870000/2865300/2865267/9acab172_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico Avenida Infante D. Henrique 113 Ponta Delgada $136 total per night Feb 23 - Feb 24 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) I had a wonderful stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-prepared upon arrival. I especially appreciated the little desserts left in the room — such a sweet and thoughtful gesture! The staff were very friendly and made me feel welcome throughout my stay. I would definitely recommend this ... Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=2865267&PinnedHotelID=2865267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=791245661369241600) [See all 1,308 properties in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026®ionId=791245661369241600) 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. ![Hotel Gaivota Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4800000/4796600/4796558/76d0895d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Gaivota Azores Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, 103 Ponta Delgada Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (515 reviews) The staff is incredibly nice and helpful Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Hotel-Gaivota-Azores.h4796558.Hotel-Information) ![Casa do Contador - Suites & Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20483800/20483786/9aa878fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa do Contador - Suites & Pool Rua do Contador, 41 Ponta Delgada Azores Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews) Casa do Contador had character, beauty, AND comfort. The breakfast especially was a fantastic experience, delivered to our room each day in a traditional wicker basket. We've never experienced anything like it! The staff were friendly and helpful, and recommended a really great tour to the east of ... Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Casa-Do-Contador-Exclusive-Suites-Pool.h20483786.Hotel-Information) ![Whales Bay Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16192300/16192279/ca0f7112_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Whales Bay Hotel Canada do Terreiro, São Vicente Ferreir Ponta Delgada Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews) Spacious clean room, great and helpful staff Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-Hotels-Whales-Bay-Hotel.h16192279.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=791245661369241600&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 Conceição hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22)[Feb 21 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[Feb 22 - Feb 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=791245661369241600&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Lagoa do Fogo and green valley on San Miguel island of Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118676/ab3d9ec7-4a51-482a-9b8c-47c6caad2532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lagoa do Fogo 4.5/5(58 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa do Fogo during your travels in Matriz. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens. [](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-Do-Fogo-Ribeira-Grande.d6118676.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hot spring waters in Furnas, Sao Miguel. Azores. Portugal. Vertical](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532485316/f1f9449a-7dba-44f9-a1ae-3675f7a4b89c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Caldeira Velha 4.5/5(19 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Caldeira Velha, a lovely green space in Conceição. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Caldeira-Velha-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532485316.Vacation-Attraction) ![Batalha lakes C course](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244924/014f0228-72cf-4520-a108-dbd6a64c69df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Batalha Golf Course 4/5(7 reviews) Enjoy a round of golf in Calhetas at Batalha Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Batalha-Golf-Course-Calhetas.d6244924.Vacation-Attraction) ![...and Ribeira Grande at dusk! A lovely town to walk around and use as your base for travels around São Miguel. #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154906/43a87c5d-676e-44e5-b40f-a3ca35b061a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monte Verde Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monte Verde Beach during your trip to Conceição? [](https://expedia.com/Monte-Verde-Beach-Ribeira-Grande.d706247905894035456.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nice warm nature shower at Caldeira Velha, one fantastic natural hotspring between palms and ferns. I think a place where many tropical waterparks get their inspiration. #azores #hotsprings #places #sao_miguel #waterfall #hot #springs #nature Make sure you follow me on: https://www.facebook.com/ShotByCanipel/ https://www.instagram.com/canipel/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154906/9cea5a1b-f16f-4d21-8745-d6789cf9711d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Caldeira Velha Natural Monument Explore the great outdoors at Caldeira Velha Natural Monument, a lovely green space in Ribeira Grande. Wander the gardens and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Caldeira-Velha-Natural-Monument-Ribeira-Grande.d706244457519423488.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Bárbara Beach 5/5(1 review) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Bárbara Beach during your trip to Ribeira Seca? [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Beach-Ribeira-Grande.d553248635975091238.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 $93 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hot-water-pool-bath-inside-pineapple-plantation-dinner.a5154485.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 $57 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-4x4-tour-to-lagoa-das-sete-cidades.a1126330.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 $24 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/vila-franca-do-campo-kayak-rental.a44640050.activity-details) ![Cascata da gruta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2264791/7f3c20a1-d460-4342-9096-2078baa86211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Great waterfalls Hiking tour $112 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-great-waterfalls-hiking-tour.a2264791.activity-details) ![São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4523274/b3296b86-a743-4cf9-9707-3203a181bfc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sao-miguel-east-full-day-van-tour-with-lunch.a4523274.activity-details) ![Terceira Island: Walking Trails Hiking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4750333/3d0fa9c4-144f-42e4-9a43-9e62bfcd4f77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Terceira Island: Walking Trails Hiking Tour $65 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/terceira-island-walking-trails-hiking-tour.a4750333.activity-details) [See all activities in Conceição](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Conceicao.d791245661369241600.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Conceição ![We are in the middle of the ocean on a small ferry while this photo was taken.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182259/34810fb3-8942-4c96-a5f5-cf703fdd0f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vila Franca do Campo ![Aloe vera plants in the surroundings of Caloura.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626738130748957/d9bb96cb-72ac-4e44-aa70-6f4303d3797a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Agua de Pau ![Aloe vera plants in the surroundings of Caloura.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626738130748957/d9bb96cb-72ac-4e44-aa70-6f4303d3797a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lagoa ![Panoramic cityscape view to Municipality and central square of Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel, Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154906/55a1cb6a-04ec-4814-9236-f0309678fa18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ribeira Grande - Cities near Conceição - Places of interest [Vila Franca do Campo](https://expedia.com/Vila-Franca-Do-Campo.dx182259)[Agua de Pau](https://expedia.com/Agua-De-Pau.dx6048039)[Lagoa](https://expedia.com/Lagoa.dx6050044)[Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande.dx6154906) - [Caldeira Velha ](https://expedia.com/Caldeira-Velha-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532485316.Vacation-Attraction) - [Monte Verde Beach ](https://expedia.com/Monte-Verde-Beach-Ribeira-Grande.d706247905894035456.Vacation-Attraction) - [Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Estrelas ](https://expedia.com/Igreja-De-Nossa-Senhora-Das-Estrelas-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621563221045.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cascata Salto Cabrito ](https://expedia.com/Cascata-Salto-Cabrito-Ribeira-Grande.d706240282757537792.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ponte dos Oito Arcos ](https://expedia.com/Ponte-Dos-Oito-Arcos-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621563221046.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ponta Delgada Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-Harbour-Ponta-Delgada.d6118672.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ponta Delgada City Gates ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-City-Gates-Ponta-Delgada.d6189652.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of the Azores ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-The-Azores-Ponta-Delgada.d6118670.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lagoa Azul ](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-Azul-Ponta-Delgada.d553248621532485216.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ponta Delgada Marina ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Delgada-Marina-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635975924121.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santa Bárbara Beach ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Barbara-Beach-Ribeira-Grande.d553248635975091238.Vacation-Attraction) - [Terra Nostra Park ](https://expedia.com/Terra-Nostra-Park-Povoacao.d553248635926568197.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lagoa do Fogo ](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-Do-Fogo-Ribeira-Grande.d6118676.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lagoa das Furnas ](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-Das-Furnas-Povoacao.d6118678.Vacation-Attraction) - [Termas da Ferraria ](https://expedia.com/Termas-Da-Ferraria-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794401.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres ](https://expedia.com/Santuario-Do-Senhor-Santo-Cristo-Dos-Milagres-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635998002122.Vacation-Attraction) - [Praia do Populo ](https://expedia.com/Praia-Do-Populo-Azores.d6253999.Vacation-Attraction) - [Antonio Borges Garden ](https://expedia.com/Antonio-Borges-Garden-Ponta-Delgada.d6189656.Vacation-Attraction) - [Caldeiras das Furnas ](https://expedia.com/Caldeiras-Das-Furnas-Povoacao.d553248635926568199.Vacation-Attraction) - [Poca da Dona Beija ](https://expedia.com/Poca-Da-Dona-Beija-Povoacao.d6294547.Vacation-Attraction) - [Boca do Inferno Viewpoint ](https://expedia.com/Boca-Do-Inferno-Viewpoint-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976794405.Vacation-Attraction) - [Portas da Cidade ](https://expedia.com/Portas-Da-Cidade-Ponta-Delgada.d553248621562514743.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lagoa das Sete Cidade ](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-Das-Sete-Cidade-Ponta-Delgada.d6118674.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vista do Rei Viewpoint ](https://expedia.com/Vista-Do-Rei-Viewpoint-Ponta-Delgada.d553248635976792847.Vacation-Attraction) - 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