Hotel Santa Maria Vila do Porto, Vila do Porto
About the Hotel
Inaugurated in 2003, Hotel Santa Maria is located in the historic Vila do Porto, the first settlement of the Azores. The hotel offers a pleasant environment surrounded by natural beauty, with easy access to popular Formosa and São Lourenço beaches. It is known for its architectural heritage and proximity to various cultural festivities throughout the year. With modern amenities and a focus on comfort, this four-star hotel aims to provide an unforgettable experience.
Location
Situated in Vila do Porto, the hotel is 3 miles from Santa Maria Airport and offers free transportation service. The area is rich in cultural and historical sites, including the Main Church of Our Lady of the Assumption. Access to the city's vibrant center and local attractions is convenient for guests.
Rooms
Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and satellite TV. Many rooms offer garden views, ensuring a relaxing stay. Selected rooms come with additional amenities like a desk and heating. The hotel has a total of 50 rooms designed for comfort and tranquility.
Eat & Drink
Hotel Santa Maria features the on-site restaurant Insula, which serves a buffet breakfast daily. Guests can enjoy a selection of national and international dishes for lunch and dinner. There is also a bar where you can relax with a drink in a calm atmosphere.
Leisure & Business
The hotel includes outdoor swimming pools for both adults and children, complete with lounge chairs and parasols. Guests can also utilize on-site facilities such as a tennis court, game room, and assembly hall for leisure or event purposes. Wireless Internet access is available to keep guests connected.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site parking lot
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms but lacks modern amenities. The service is friendly but lacks information resources. Its location is convenient for airport access but could use remodeling. The dining experience varies from simple to high quality. Overall, the facilities are satisfactory with room for improvement in modernization.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms, although there were some issues with the dining experience. The service was excellent, and the location was convenient with easy access to the airport. The facilities were satisfactory, providing a decent value for the money spent.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. While the rooms were quite spacious and impeccably clean, there were some issues like old furnishings and the lack of essential amenities on the balcony. The service was warm and friendly, although there were shortcomings in terms of information availability. The location, though not perfect, offered a peaceful setting with convenient proximity to the airport. Dining options varied from disappointing to satisfying. Overall, the facilities were decent, but there is room for improvement.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and adequate, though a bit dated. The service was friendly and helpful, and the pool was a wonderful facility to have. The location was convenient, with easy access to the airport. The dining experience was simple but good, and the facilities were satisfactory.
The hotel offers spacious and very clean rooms, but lacks some modern amenities like comfortable terrace chairs and easily accessible plugs. The service was mostly friendly and helpful, highlighted by a special birthday gesture from the staff. Dining options, while simple, were generally considered good. The facilities were adequate despite some minor improvements needed.