São José Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Thermal pool in the beautiful little town of Furnas in the Azores, Portugal. The iron in the water makes it this orange/brown colour so don't wear your best swimwear!
Azores
Azores
Azores
Azores
MS Vila Nova

MS Vila Nova

3 out of 5
Rua Joao Francisco Cabral 1 / 3 Ponta Delgada
The price is AU$87 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$87
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (372 reviews)
The bartender Brim was fantastic, very helpful and attentive. He also knew a lot about the surrounding area

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

MS Vila Nova
Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel

4 out of 5
Campo de São Francisco Ponta Delgada
The price is AU$241 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$241
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Santuário do ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
Very nice and right near old town and close to airport

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel Hotel
Hotel Talisman

Hotel Talisman

4 out of 5
Rua Marques da Praia e Manforte, 40 Ponta Delgada
The price is AU$123 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$123
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (829 reviews)
Very nice hotel! The staff was very friendly and the room perfect. We really enjoyed our stay!

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Hotel Talisman
See all 1,144 properties in São José
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lusitano Garden Villas

Lusitano Garden Villas

3.5 out of 5
Rua João da Castanheira 92 Ponta Delgada Azores
Stay at this villa in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Gruta do Carvao are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
This hotel is a hidden gem. It’s about four minutes from the airport and very quiet. The staff were incredibly kind. The villa was spotless, and we slept like a dream. Breakfast was delivered to the villa and it was very good. We also went to see the horses, it was fun.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Lusitano Garden Villas
Santa Clara 1828

Santa Clara 1828

4 out of 5
R. de São Miguel 41 Ponta Delgada Açores
Stay at this apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Great location and walkable to shops and restaurants. Room was ideal for our group and highly recommend it.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Santa Clara 1828
Complete studio in Ponta Delgada

Complete studio in Ponta Delgada

Ponta Delgada Açores
Stay at this apartment in Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Antonio Borges Garden ...
Complete studio in Ponta Delgada
See all properties in São José
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Aerial view Povoacao townscape, Azores

Ponta Delgada Harbour

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in São Pedro with a trip to Ponta Delgada Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ponta Delgada Harbour
Day image of the arches of the city gates in Ponta Delgada-sao miguel-açores

Ponta Delgada City Gates

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Ponta Delgada City Gates, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in São Sebastião. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ponta Delgada City Gates
Aerial view to Azul and Verde lakes at Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal

Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores during your travels in Sete Cidades. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores
Aerial view of Ponta da Ferraria hot springs and Atlantic ocean coast on Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal

Termas da Ferraria

You can take time to visit Termas da Ferraria during your travels to Ginetes.

Termas da Ferraria
Green lake. Heaven on Earth.

Lagoa das Sete Cidade

5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa das Sete Cidade during your travels in Sete Cidades. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoa das Sete Cidade
View of the Sete Cidades lake and city from the boca do inferno mountain peak

Boca do Inferno Viewpoint

Find out about the history of Sete Cidades when you spend time at Boca do Inferno Viewpoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Boca do Inferno Viewpoint

Activities

Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental

Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental

AU$33
per traveller
Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental
Furnas Lake

Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations

AU$109
per adult
Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations
See Sete Cidades from amazing viewpoints.

Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades
Terceira Island: Walking Trails Hiking Tour

Terceira Island: Walking Trails Hiking Tour

AU$92
per adult
Terceira Island: Walking Trails Hiking Tour
Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner

Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner

AU$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hot Water Pool Bath Inside Pineapple Plantation & Dinner
Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour
See all activities in São José

Cities near São José

Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, Bekannter Aussichtspunkt, Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel, Azoren

Ponta Delgada