See all properties

Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Horta pousada with outdoor pool and restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

Outdoor pool
Garden
Exterior
Exterior
Fireplace
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room (Family)

Superior Room (Family) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Family)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, City View

Classic Room, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Beds

Similar properties

View from property

Hotel do Canal

Spa
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (254)
The price is $67
includes taxes & fees
$64 per night
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Hotel do Canal
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Vasco Da Gama, Horta, 9900-017

What's nearby

  • Horta Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fort of Santa Cruz - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Horta Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porto Pim Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whaling Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Horta (HOR) - 15 min drive
  • Pico Island (PIX) - 125 min drive
  • Sao Jorge Island (SJZ) - 26.4 miles/42.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Peter Café Sport - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Porto Pim - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Canto da Doca - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doce Delícia - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Atlético - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

A great choice for a stay in Horta, Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel features a marina. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This eco-certified pousada also features a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a terrace.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 28 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Marina
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Policies

Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 4777

Also known as

Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz
Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz B&B
Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz B&B Horta
Pousada da Horta Forte Santa Cruz
Pousada Forte da Horta Historic Hotel
Pousada Forte da Historic Hotel
Pousada Forte da Horta Historic
Pousada Forte da Historic
Forte Da Horta Historic Horta
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Horta
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Pousada (Portugal)
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Pousada (Portugal) Horta

Frequently asked questions

Does Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the pousada's other amenities, which include an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel like?
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Horta Historic Center and 4 minutes' walk from Horta Harbour.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Comfortable hotel. Restaurant just ok
Heidi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Anne-Sophie, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donald, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was right in the middle of town.
Gloria, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kim, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

frank, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Needs modernizing. Great location and views
Kenneth, 3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Close to the beach and restaurants
Luis, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is a converted nicely Preserved Old historic building/fort, centrally located, on the main tourist street, and on the water next to the marina. Beautiful direct views of Mount Pico on Pico island. Excellent staff. Nice swimming pool. Rooms with nice balconies.
zdravka, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

cool historic setting
Central location, and cool historic setting
William, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great value!
Great, historic location and they do a great job of preserving that vibe! However, comfort could be greatly (and inexpensively) enhanced with minimal upgrades to modernize these rooms with 21st century amenities, such as dedicated smart charge stations. Nevertheless, the staff was professional, and extremely helpful and informative. We will definitely be returning!
Daniel, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Horta
Great location Very nice historical place We felt very safe during the hurricane and the personal were available to give us information
Marie-Josee, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent location in town. Friendly staff and a nice buffet breakfast. Dinner we had was average.
Zany, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staff were very nice and informative. Not a lot of amenities, like a gym
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, views and staff. Walking distance to everywhere in town.
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enhancing/Charming castle
Charming and enchanting castle in the heart of the city.
Arnoldo, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel in first rate location
Very enjoyable stay. Hotel setting is stunning - in terms of the view over the marina and Pico island - and the way it is built out of the old fort is very impressive. Service very good and friendly. Rear room was a little tired but certainly at off season price was excellent value for money. Restaurant was very good and a little more varied menu than most of the restraunts in town. Only criticism of breakfast is they need to buy a new toaster - I popped in two slices which I think will brown by the time of my next visit ;)
Richard, 10-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Historic building, bad service.
We stayed for 3 nights. Nice location, historic building. Bathroom need update, door to the patio should be replaced ASAP..The hotel service is very much below 4 star. Come back after 3 pm from the tour around island to the room not be cleaned. Ask front desk to talk to the management and wait, and wait. Breakfast is not good. Price very much above quality. Will not recommend.
Mark, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The BEST!
What a wonderful place! Beautifully restored 16th century fort right on the harbor. Every amenity, AC, big balconies with gorgeous views, perfect central location in town, fabulous pool and the best staff- especially Riccardo at the front desk who gave great help and recommendations.
lynn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time during the festival “Semano do Mar” this hotel is within walking distance of all the activity. The view of the island of Pico in the morning is amazingly close from the beautiful balcony in the superior room. One suggestion is if you need more room in the shower ask, the shower we had was as big as a space capsule. That certainly didn’t stop us from enjoying everything else. We will be back.
Jeannine, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Faial
Very good location close to the main part of town and easy walk to the beach.
John, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique hotel, very comfortable, nice rooms. Staff was excellent. Breakfast was good. Would stay here again.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review