Thank you Joao Castel @azoresretreat for a fun tour of the beautiful ilha Terceira. We had a blast!read more

J. Vargas was so accommodating, friendly and helpful. i would truly recommended his business.read more

We took the geology tour and it lived up to my expectations and more. The owner, Gui, picked us up…read morefrom our hotel in his Jeep and the adventure promptly began! We visited multiple geologic features, scenic vistas, different types of volcanos, 2 caves and had an authentic meal at a restaurant that raises their own livestock for food. There are plenty of options to customize the tour- for example there are vegetarian options, local spots he can take you to that match your interests, and as many breaks as you like. There were many breathtaking views and opportunities for Gui to take your photos. The other customization is that the guide can answer any questions you have about the island- of the 100s of questions we asked there was only one he couldn't answer he contacted a local art historian to get the answer to us. I would highly recommend!

I did a whale watching tour with ocean emotion and the entire experience was wonderful. It's never…read morea guarantee that you will see whales but luck was on our side and a humpback whale was found! I also signed up for a cove tour but due to lack of attendance (it was shoulder season) the tour did not occur. However, the captain was told I wanted to see it and he took the entire group on a mini visit to the coves! What a sweet added bonus that made my day. I highly recommended this company. Great experience!

We got picked up at our hotel and taken to what looked like a little plaza of airport like kiosk…read morenear the bay. The guide instructed us on how to attach the life preservers and explained what we were going to do. We took a little speed boat rafting tour to see some caves and get out into the water and it was very choppy and water was pretty salty. We got pretty wet and I really wished I had a poncho, rain jacket, or something waterproof. I would say dress appropriately. The view was spectacular and it was very cool to see. We had a lot of fun, and it helps when you have a good group that has a good sense of humor. The guides were great in their explanations and friendly. I would definitely recommend them.

My husband and I visited Terceira Island for a few days. We had the pleasure of working with Gui…read morefrom the moment we arrived to the moment we left. Gui handled our transfer to and from the airport and served as our tour guide while we were on the island. We took both the city tour, a walking tour of Angra de Heroísmo and on the next day took the full day tour of the island. Gui was extremely knowledgeable about both the islands rich traditions and history. Hands down an absolutely amazing experience. We hope to be back soon.

This place photographs like a 4 star but sleeps like a 3 star. The bathroom also felt 2 star…read more Amenities and grounds were great but the rooms themselves felt a little lived in and the bathroom needs a revamp. Breakfast was meh although the bar food was quite good including the pork bife plate. Room service took over and hour and arrived cold so better to eat in person.

I enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Beautiful view from the balcony in our room. The room was…read morespacious and clean. We learned to keep the drains closed to avoid the sewer smell. Would have given 5 stars except for the very uncomfortable bed. Breakfast buffet each morning was very good, with all the usuals. Eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, yogurt, cereal, large bread selection, meat and cheese and pastries. We also had a couple meals in the lounge she we didn't feel like waking to the town center during the rain. They were pretty average for hotel fare. The staff was friendly and professional. The grounds were beautiful. Would definitely stay again if I knew the bed situation was improved.

Great natural pool spot…read more Since the area has become more developed, there are steps and railings to get in/out of the water. There is also ample space to lay out if you prefer that to the water. It is worth noting that you should be able to minimally swim or tread water as there are some deeper spots. If concerned, do not let it deter you as there is a lifeguard posted for safety. There is a good amount of parking available and also pretty easy for taxi pickup/drop-off. Appreciated that there was some basic amenities available including bathrooms, changing room and outdoor showers.

This is a must do when in Terceira. These pools were naturally formed in the lava rock (but don't…read morebe intimidated) but the rocks in the water were mostly smooth due to the years of erosion. The pools closer to the parking were very calm, and the ones farther out had some fun currents and little waves. There were spots to lay out and sunbathe if that's your thing. I absolutely didn't want to leave. They also had a number of snack stalls, a restaurant, changing rooms, and showers.

The best experience! I will definitely stay at Quinta Rico anytime traveling to Terceira Island. We…read morecame into a gated property, which was beautifully manicured. A breakfast basket with local delicacies awaited us. The views of the ocean are breathtaking. The amenities were superb (Fire pit, hot tub, pool, outdoor showers, small animal farm, full kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, wi-fi). The family checked in daily to see if anything was needed.

Pros: + I booked this hotel as part of a Azores Getaway…read morepackage. It was on the lowest run so it was pretty cheap. But everything was pretty great for the price. + Free breakfast included with my hotel stay. There was a breakfast buffet of the same things everyday: scrambled eggs, assortment of breads, breakfast juices and other drinks, stewed mushrooms, beans, yogurt, breakfast meats, and cheese. My go-to everyday was the Yogurt with honey, azorean bread, meat and cheese to make a sandwich, scrambled eggs, pineapple juice, and a piece (or two) of their breakfast cake. Quite yummy for free breakfast with the hotel! + Bar & Restaurant upstairs - I never ate a full meal here or took advantage of the buffet they offered but the bar was a place where my group hung out a lot. We had a group of 14 people so the bar was a great place for us to gather and relax in the evenings. Angela, the bartender in the evenings, was definitely the best! As you've probably seen from other reviews, Angela was the best and she made the best mojitos. She was meticulous in all the things she did and it showed in all the drinks she made. She made sure we always had everything we needed...her service was really great. She also gave really good recommendations so ask her about a local drink or wine! The cakes were the best part too - I loved their Donna Amelia cakes! So cheap too. The other meals were just OK. It made due when we didn't feel like venturing outside. I would suggest going out to eat to a local restaurant if you can though. + Free Wifi - reliable and worked well. + Indoor and outdoor pool. The indoor pool was heated so that was convenient since when we went, it was chilly. + Right next to the beach so plenty of people came by to go swimming in the ocean. Cons: - The location was just OK. I noticed it was further out from the town than the other hotels that were offered with the package for a higher price. That would have been more convenient if it was closer to town since that's where we'd go walk and get foods. - Breakfast could've been changed up a bit. It was the exact same thing daily so I got tired of it after a full week. If you stay for longer, you probably rather go out to eat. - The rooms were clean and comfortable but the beds were separate but I think that's very typical for European hotels, esp. in the islands. I really recommend this place, esp. for the price! If you are traveling by car, the location really isn't a huge deal. I'm also sure it's even better in the summer since you can go into the ocean and enjoy the outdoor pool. Right now, they are doing lots of renovations so I'm sure the hotel will be even prettier and better in a few months!

I stayed at this hotel through the Azores Getaway package. I thought everything was great for the…read moreprice. I purchased the early check in option and my room was ready as soon as I arrived. The hotel offered a free daily breakfast with TONS of options. The hotel has a bar/ restaurant, free wifi, a heated indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool. The rooms were clean and the views were spectacular. The hotel is not located in the center of town but is only a 3 minute drive away. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.