Alojamento Bed and Breakfast, Azores

Advantages: Beautiful setting
Disadvantages: Buffet dinner could be better

...Stepping off the plane at 21.00 hours in Ponta Delgada, on Sao Miguel in the Azores the humidity hit me. WOW. It was hot, I was tired and hadn't expected this level of humidity. Thankfully we quickly collected our cases and didn't have any passport control to queue in, as we had flown in from Lisbon. Our tour operator was waiting as we came into the arrival hall and whisked off to our destination. Twenty minutes and many bends and bumps later we turned a corner and saw a large hotel block, lit up and sparkling against the dark sky, standing beside the Atlantic ocean, with a high tree covered backdrop or should I say side drop! The long driveway through the gardens with lovely trees and flowers prepared us for the serene and calm entrance to this otherwise pink concrete block. There was a plaque saying when the hotel was opened... Read review

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Advantages: Easy to get into the centre, but quiet.
Disadvantages: No swimming pool or outside area to relax.

...a lovely meal with delicious fish and tender lamb ,but noticed that local people came in for a huge bowl of chunky soup and bread, as most eat a main meal at lunchtime when shops and offices are closed. I'm so glad I had the Crepe Suzettes the first night! #Parking?# We didn't have a car, but the hotel advertised underground parking was available, although there seemed to be spaces in the centre of the nearby roads. The area also seemed quite safe. #Cost# The price for bed and breakfast as part of our holiday was £125 per person for 2 nights. The meals were quite reasonable considering the quality and quantity we consumed! Our bill was just under £100 for 4 dinners with wine and water , plus coffees and tips. #And finally# Reception said it wasn't necessary to book a taxi for our early morning departure and they were quite correct... Read review

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Advantages: Stunning scenery, history and a great cup of tea!
Disadvantages: None

...Did you know that tea grows in Europe? Well I didn't until I went on holiday in the Azores. Friends all said "Where are the Azores?" so I'll start by briefly explaining where these wonderful islands are situated. The Azores consist of nine islands found in the Atlantic Ocean between the continents of America and Europe, Sao Miguel is the largest of these islands and is about a two and a half hours flight from Lisbon. Not quite the middle of the ocean, but a good distance from Portugal, so it came as a surprise to see tea growing. The temperate climate and rich volcanic soil results in lush vegetation and the growth of tropical plants - I can recommend the pineapples! We were touring the island and were on the lookout for another tea factory mentioned in the guide book, which we knew the bus tours visited, so were delighted to find... Read review

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