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1. Sao Miguel Park Hotel

Sao Miguel Park Hotel
Ponta Delgada
United States
Avyay
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sao Miguel Park Hotel

2. Hotel Talisman

Hotel Talisman
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Isaac
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Talisman

3. Casa das Palmeiras Charming House Azores

Casa das Palmeiras Charming House Azores
Ponta Delgada
United States
Kristen
AU$180
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Casa das Palmeiras Charming House Azores

4. Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Paula
AU$278
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

5. Casa do Campo de São Francisco

Casa do Campo de São Francisco
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Gerald
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Casa do Campo de São Francisco

6. Hotel Ponta Delgada

Hotel Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada
United States
Joseph
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hotel Ponta Delgada

7. The Farm - Azores Boutique House

The Farm - Azores Boutique House
Ponta Delgada
Canada
CAROL
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Farm - Azores Boutique House

8. Lusitano Garden Villas

Lusitano Garden Villas
Ponta Delgada
Canada
James
AU$301
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lusitano Garden Villas

9. Vagabond Mermaid Guesthouse

Vagabond Mermaid Guesthouse
Ponta Delgada
United States
Angel
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Vagabond Mermaid Guesthouse

10. Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel

Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Jianfeng
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel

11. The Rock Hostel

The Rock Hostel
Ponta Delgada
United States
Therese
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Rock Hostel

12. Vintage Place - Azorean Guest House

Vintage Place - Azorean Guest House
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Sébastien
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Vintage Place - Azorean Guest House

13. Guestready - Gaveto de Lisboa Guesthouse

Guestready - Gaveto de Lisboa Guesthouse
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Gillian
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Guestready - Gaveto de Lisboa Guesthouse

14. Design Apartment by The Farm

Design Apartment by The Farm
Ponta Delgada
AU$399
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Design Apartment by The Farm

15. Hotel Gaivota Azores

Hotel Gaivota Azores
Ponta Delgada
United States
Quoc
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Gaivota Azores

16. Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico

Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico
Ponta Delgada
Canada
Sharon
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico

17. NINE DOTS Azorean Art Boutique Hotel

NINE DOTS Azorean Art Boutique Hotel
Ponta Delgada
United States
william
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
NINE DOTS Azorean Art Boutique Hotel

18. Mercure Ponta Delgada Azores

Mercure Ponta Delgada Azores
Ponta Delgada
United States
Dorielou
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mercure Ponta Delgada Azores

19. Azoris Royal Garden

Azoris Royal Garden
Ponta Delgada
United States
Jessica
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Azoris Royal Garden

20. Octant Ponta Delgada

Octant Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada
United States
Owen D
AU$338
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Octant Ponta Delgada
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Stay near popular São José attractions

Portas da Cidade

9.6/10 (160 reviews)
You can find out about the history of São José with a stop at Portas da Cidade. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Antonio Borges Garden

9.2/10 (422 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Antonio Borges Garden, a lovely green space in São José. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres

9.6/10 (85 reviews)
You can find out about the history of São José with a visit to Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres.
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Nossa Senhora da Esperanca Convent

8.8/10 (155 reviews)
You can find out about the history of São José with a stop at Nossa Senhora da Esperanca Convent. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Military Museum of the Azores

8.4/10 (30 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Military Museum of the Azores in São José. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Gruta do Carvao

9.2/10 (9 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gruta do Carvao during your trip to São José. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Santuario Nossa Senhora da Esperanca

9.4/10 (6 reviews)
Learn about the local history of São José when you spend time at Santuario Nossa Senhora da Esperanca. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Head to sights like Antonio Borges Garden and Portas da Cidade as you discover São José.

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A historic plaza with a prominent clock tower, arches, and a patterned pavement.

Top São José Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in São José

Hotel Ponta Delgada

Hotel Ponta Delgada

8/10 Good
"It’s a nice hotel. Great location close to the main downtown. Great pool and jacuzzi. Unfortunately there is no mini fridge in the rooms and there’s limited storage for clothes in the rooms. They should allow you to loan a towel for the thermal hot springs. The maids and staff were great. Good breakfast options, typical European choices. All in all a nice hotel for a fair price."
Ryan 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Ponta Delgada
Hotel Gaivota Azores

Hotel Gaivota Azores

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is amazing. Great attention to detail in the rooms, clean, modern, quiet and comfortable. Close to all the touring companies and restaurants within walking distances. The staff is amazing and friendly. I will always choose Hotel Gaivota when visiting Ponta Delgada."
Quoc 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Gaivota Azores
Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA

Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA

10/10 Excellent
"They can do a better job with their spa packages"
Petrus 6-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Pedras do Mar Resort & SPA
Hotel Verde Mar & SPA

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA

10/10 Excellent
"Sao Miguel is small enough that you can choose one accommodation centrally located and drive the whole island. Verde Mar and Spa offers ocean views overlooking a beautiful surf beach. Included breakfast is great and in house dining is convenient after a day of touring the island. Ribeira Grande is quaint without the urban cluster of P. Delgado. The 20 minute drive to the north side of the island is certainly worth it."
John 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Verde Mar & SPA
Octant Ponta Delgada

Octant Ponta Delgada

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel"
Vincent 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Octant Ponta Delgada
MS Vila Nova

MS Vila Nova

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is well located within 15 minutes walk to downtown. Parking is available for additional 5 euros, however there is plenty of parking spaces in front of hotel and it's free from 19:00 till 08:00 next day. Pay at meter. Hotel includes breakfast bar, although it's exactly the same every day so it gets a bit tiring. However, it's convenient and plenty of food to fill up before your daily activities. They provide beach towel service for free, which was very welcoming and convenient. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Hotel has a pool, which we didn't use so can't comment on it. Overall we were satisfied and would recommend."
Zeljko 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
MS Vila Nova
Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place, with so much history. Very friendly stuff very clean location in very good location . Definitely will be back again. Breakfast are delicious as well."
Paula 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel
Hotel Talisman

Hotel Talisman

10/10 Excellent
"Bien situé, prés de tout à pied, personnel aimable et professionnel, chambre confortable, literie impeccable et mon souper (poké Açoriano) délicieux !"
manon 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Talisman
Lusitano Garden Villas

Lusitano Garden Villas

10/10 Excellent
"I can’t recommend this place enough. It is a stunning property with thoughtful design, services and amenities. After months of researching different properties we went with Lusitano and every day of our trip we spoke about how glad we were that we did. Located parallel to the highway and a short drive into the heart of the city (less than 10 mins) and a 5 minute drive to a large mall with a food court and grocery store, you can get anywhere you need to quickly while also feeling like you’re in a secluded oasis upon your return to the property. The staff at this place are incredible. Kind, personable and professional. They helped us countless times- sending me Google Maps directions to specific places, making reservations on my behalf when I was facing a language barrier, speaking to my Uber driver who got lost delivering groceries, offering their available beach towels when we mentioned we were headed to the beach that afternoon, the list goes on and on. We were travelling as a large group with two rambunctious toddlers and we were never made to feel anything but welcome. The property is gorgeous with “spa vibes”, and waking up to horses was an added bonus. The included breakfast covered basic offerings and was always fresh and welcome. Beautiful modern rooms with large closets, large bathrooms. kitchenette that had a glass stove burner, microwave, fridge and basics such as plates, cutlery etc. The list goes on and on. Just book it. You won’t regret it."
Sadia 7-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Lusitano Garden Villas

More cheap accommodation in São José

Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel

Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel

Rua São Francisco Xavier Ponta Delgada
AU$63
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Azores Youth Hostels - São Miguel
Hotel Sete Cidades

Hotel Sete Cidades

Rua do Contador, 20 Ponta Delgada
AU$95
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Sete Cidades
The Rock Guest House

The Rock Guest House

Rua Dr Armando Cortes Rodrigues 56 Ponta Delgada
AU$107
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
The Rock Guest House
Casa da Tasquinha

Casa da Tasquinha

Rua António Joaquim Nunes da Silva Ponta Delgada Açores
AU$130
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Casa da Tasquinha
Hotel Arcanjo

Hotel Arcanjo

Rua Nª Sª Das Necessidades, 2 Lagoa
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UP&DOWN Suites

UP&DOWN Suites

R. do norte 5 Ponta Delgada Açores
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8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
UP&DOWN Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in São José?
The best area to stay in São José is Ponta Delgada, which is the capital of São Miguel Island and the largest city in the Azores.Ponta Delgada is the main hub for visitors, offering a good mix of historic charm and modern conveniences. Its central area is very walkable, with cobblestone streets, traditional architecture, and a lively marina. Key landmarks include the Portas da Cidade (City Gates) and the Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião. Many restaurants, shops, and tour operators are concentrated around Avenida Infante Dom Henrique and the adjacent side streets.Couples will find Ponta Delgada particularly appealing. The city provides a comfortable base for exploring the island, with many high-quality hotels offering amenities like spas and fine dining. In the evenings, you can enjoy a stroll along the waterfront or dine at one of the many excellent restaurants, offering both local and international cuisine.For families, staying in Ponta Delgada also offers convenience. Many hotels provide family-friendly rooms or suites, and the city has easy access to supermarkets and pharmacies.
When is the best time to go to São José?
The best time to visit São José is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is at its warmest and driest.During this period, you'll experience average temperatures around 22-25°C, making it great for exploring the island's natural beauty. The sea temperatures are also pleasant for swimming and water sports. This is ideal for couples and families looking to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, whale watching, and relaxing on the beaches.For those who prefer fewer crowds and a slightly cooler climate, late spring (April-May) and early autumn (October) are also good options. The temperatures are still mild, around 18-20°C, and the island is lush and green. This can be a great time for solo travellers interested in hiking and experiencing the island's natural landscapes without the peak season bustle.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in São José.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in São José?
Prices for hotels in São José often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$63 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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