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Pico do Refúgio

Property class: 4
Ribeira Grande apartments with kitchenettes and patios

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Pico do Refúgio puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Bárbara Beach and Caldeira Velha. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, along with onsite horse riding/rentals and scuba diving. Apartments feature conveniences like kitchenettes, along with fireplaces and furnished patios.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator

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A dining area with a wooden table, a bowl of fruit, a cup, and a bench.

Pico do Refugio CC - Casa Pavao

  • 689 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a large window with curtains, a mirror, and a view of a garden.

Pico do Refugio CC - Casa dos Tambores

  • Garden view
  • 1055 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a bench, and a plant.

Pico do Refugio - Casa dos Tabuleiros

  • Garden view
  • 926 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Pico do Refugio CC - Casa da Caldeira

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a comfortable sofa.

Pico do Refugio CC - Casa da Caldeira

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pico do Refugio CC - Casa da Secagem

A dining area with a black table, four chairs, a yellow bench, a TV, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

Pico do Refugio CC - Casa da Secagem

  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Roda do Pico 5 - Rabo de Peixe, Ribeira Grande, 9600-095

What's nearby

  • Rabo de Peixe Fishing Port - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Honey Route Experience - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Monte Verde Beach - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Caldeira Velha - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Santa Bárbara Beach - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪TukáTulá - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Snack Bar Bela Vista - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O Rui - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caravela Sunset Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Pico do Refúgio

  • Pico do Refúgio puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Bárbara Beach and Caldeira Velha. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, along with onsite horse riding/rentals and scuba diving. Apartments feature conveniences like kitchenettes, along with fireplaces and furnished patios.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
4:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Property size

    • 7 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - noon
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Pico do Refúgio Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The pool was super clean and a great place to relax. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location 15 min drive to ponta delgada, good breakfast, clean house, great staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing. They do a chef-run dinner that is completely worth doing. We loved our time here.
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10/10 Exceptional

Can’t wait to stay again

Wonderful stay! Great location. Amazingly helpful staff. Beautiful property. Central location. Wonderful daily breakfast!
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8/10 Very good

A beautiful, historical and rural property. Wonderful communication with Ana and Maria.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a fantastic property. It is beautiful, well located and unique. The room was perfect and the attention we received was excellent. We were permitted early check-in which completely changed our trip in the most positive way. Staff were great, super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was wonderful, and was different everyday. 10/10 would recommend!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, stunning hotel grounds, warm hospitality and delicious breakfast. Amazing place overall.
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10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend this hotel. The rooms were very roomy and all come with a view of the beautiful garden. The breakfast has to be the best hotel breakfast I’ve ever had almost a whole feast. Lived my stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is a dream!
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10/10 Exceptional

Love Pico

Really enjoyed this stay outside of the city center and really thought the property was incredibly beautiful. I would recommend this to anyone who is open to have a more nature stay and privacy
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Property

The property is truly magical. They have done an amazing job with the design. Truly breathtaking sitting on top of a small community and close to the downtown. I proposed to my fiancé here and we can’t wait to come back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Set in a beautiful landscape in the countryside, high quality and tastefully furnished, perfect equipped apartments, and, most of all, incredible staff: Angela served delicious (highly individualized) breakfast in a beautiful breakfast room. Angela, Cissa, and Nicole (as well as everyone doing written communication) was incredibly friendly, competent, helpful, and all around delightful. I want to return soon. Pico do Refugio is also ideally located, right in the middle of the island, no matter what destination. The garden is beautiful, the pool super clean. One can't ask for more!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Property

Beautiful property which was an old tea factory. The room we had came with a well stocked kitchen and tons of amenities (including laundry on site). Check in was easy and communication was great. Anna included lots of recommendations for food, hikes and sites to see on the island. Would return.
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8/10 Very good

Sehr schöne und saubere Unterkunft. In der Wohnung ist alles vorhanden, was man benötigt.
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10/10 Exceptional

Mooie groot appartement. Schoon, modern, grote tuin met zwembad. Uitzicht op de bergen. Echt een plek om tot rust te komen
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10/10 Exceptional

Notre petit appartement était très sympa, bien équipé et propre. Il est bien situé et il y a un épicerie tout près. Il faut toutefois louer une auto car il n'y a pas de commerce à distance de marche. Nous avions de très bon petits déjeuner tous les matins. Le jardin est magnifique également.
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10/10 Exceptional

Estuvimos muy agusto en este alojamiento. El apartamento tenía todo lo necesario y estaba muy cuidado igual que su entorno, piscina y jardines. El personal muy amable, en especial Ana con quien tratamos. Nos dió todas las recomendaciones necesarias para visitar Sao Miguel. Repetiríamos sin dudar en este alojamiento.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen und werden definitiv wiederkommen! Die Unterkumft bietet eine richtige Auszeit umd strahlt eine besondere Ruhe aus. Ana, eine der Gastgeberinnen, hat uns super viele Tipps zu unserem Aufenthalt gegeben und war die ganze Zeit zu erreichen.
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8/10 Very good

Alojamiento espacioso y con unas vistas inmejorables. Negativo, cocina muy pequeña, puertas y ventanas viejas, necesitan un cambio. Tambien el mobiliario esta viejo, la cama de matrimonio y armarios incluso tenian termitas.
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10/10 Exceptional

A Estadia correu muito bem, o sítio é muito bonito e está muito bem arranjado. é um lugar especial
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4/10 Fair

Found no refuge here

Hotel room was damp, dark and moldy. The room requested for a couple with two children - upon arrival we were directed to a room with four twin beds (2 on one floor and the other two in a loft). Due to the climate conditions in the room, your belongings will never be fully dry and the mildewy smell sticks to your clothes and suitcase. The shower/water heater will only provide for two quick warm showers and the others will have to take cold showers. In addition, there are any number of insects in the room e.g., ants, crickets and other native species. Additionally, the WIFI was non-existent and the administrators/managers of the property were largely absent. We caught glimpses of them as they were driving off/on the property. The location is also not particularly centrally located - so be ready to drive if you intend to use this as homebase. This is as no-frills as you can get; there was nothing within walking distance to go to for breakfast. The hotel offered breakfast (for a price) which consisted of: yogurt, granola, small portion of cheese and ham with local bread, OJ and tea as well as, hot milk and cereal.
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10/10 Exceptional

Paisible et reposant

Lieu très paisible et reposant. Personnel très accueillant, parlant français. Le petit déjeuner que nous avons pris uniquement le premier jour était un peu décevant. Le cadre est si agréable que nous nous sommes dépêchés de rentrer le soir pour pouvoir profiter du jardin et de la piscine.
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10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful, relaxing stay!

Pico do Refugio was our favorite place we stayed on Sao Miguel island. The location is convenient although the narrow roads leading to the property are a bit challenging. It's on a section of charming farmland - the grounds are so peaceful and full of character. Our apartment was very comfortable for two people. Lovely design details throughout. We did not get the breakfast, but it's an option. If you are looking for a great alternative to the larger-scale hotel/resorts, we highly recommend staying here. Looking forward to coming back again and again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place!

We had a great stay at this old tea factory. Mafalda was amazing—she made us restaurant and activity reservations and recommendations. Be sure to get the breakfast box of local cheese and yogurt to eat at the picnic tables by the pool. The room was clean and spacious with a full kitchen. The lobby is accessible 24 hours, but there’s not always someone at reception. However, Mafalda was available by WhatsApp and was super quick to respond. If you’re looking to get out of the city, the location is easily accessible to major roads and we loved it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning property, excellent location, unique room

The property is absolutely gorgeous. The pool is lovely. The grounds are to be explored. Service was super helpful, personal, and thoughtful. Location is fantastic - near enough to Ponta Delgada but far enough to be relaxed and remote. Yet still near several great restaurants and the beach. Would love to stay here again and explore the different unique rooms.
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10/10 Exceptional

Einsame Lage auf dem Berg

Waren im oberen Teil des riesigen Anwesens auf dem Berg und somit fast komplett alleine. Einziger Nachteil dort ist ein weiter Weg zum Pool. Da die Kinder nicht schwimmen konnten perfekt.