Porto Formoso
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Visit Porto Formoso

Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views

Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico
This is the best hotel on the island! Absolutely fantastic!!!
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA
Excellent property! great location and incredible staff, we had an amazing week touring the area. Our room was clean and comfortable with a great view of the ocean.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views

BEACH HOUSE - Casa das Hortênsias - STUNING VIEW - 6 sleeps
We had a wonderful 10 day stay at Casa das Hortensias. The kitchen was fully equipped and the washing machine and outdoor space to hang out laundry provided everything we needed. We appreciated that supplies like olive oil, vinegar, a few spices, laundry soap, dishwasher soap, toilet paper and paper ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Hotel Gaivota Azores
This 4 star property is very clean. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The kitchen has all you need to cook a delicious Portuguese meal. It’s close to everything including shopping and restaurants. I will definitely go back. The breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Popular places to visit

Lagoa do Fogo
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.

Caldeira Velha
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.

Batalha Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Calhetas at Batalha Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Monte Verde Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monte Verde Beach during your trip to Conceição?

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.
Santa Bárbara Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Bárbara Beach during your trip to Ribeira Seca?
Things to do

Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner

Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades

Azores Whale Watching Tour – Ponta Delgada

São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour
- Santa Iria Viewpoint
- Ponta Delgada Harbour
- Ponta Delgada City Gates
- Lagoa Azul
- Ponta Delgada Marina
- Santa Bárbara Beach
- University of the Azores
- Lagoa das Furnas
- Terra Nostra Park
- Lagoa do Fogo
- Caldeira Velha
- Antonio Borges Garden
- Praia do Populo
- Boca do Inferno Viewpoint
- Portas da Cidade
- Poca da Dona Beija
- Caldeiras das Furnas
- Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres
- Lagoa das Sete Cidade
- Povoacao Beach
- Vista do Rei Viewpoint
- Azorean Pineapple Plantation
- Pico da Vara
- Nossa Senhora do Rosario Church
- Jardim Jose do Canto
- Bell Tower
- Ponta Delgada City Hall
- Praia Lagoa do Fogo Trail
- Farol da Ponta do Arnel
- Portuguese Republic Square




