Ribeira Grande

Travel Guide

Beautiful Nature.
Beautiful Nature.
One of the top surfing spots of our planet, with World Championships held here. 
We enjoyed it at sunset.
#waterlust #GoldenHour
...and Ribeira Grande at dusk! A lovely town to walk around and use as your base for travels around São Miguel. 
#waterlust
Ribeira Grande is home to some fantastic architecture!
Hotel Verde Mar & SPA

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA

5 out of 5
Rua Dr José Nunes da Ponte Ribeira Grande
The price is CA $193 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
CA $193
CA $207 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (589 reviews)
Clean hotel - excellent staff- amazing spa and the smell of the hotel is so fresh! Great ocean view, walking distance to shops and restaurants and the town square

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA
Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Estrada Regional nº1, 1º Morro de Baixo Ribeira Grande
The price is CA $173 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
CA $173
CA $187 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (235 reviews)
One of the best resorts we have ever stayed…if you are looking for a place to disconnect from the world, reconnect with nature & recharge your batteries, look no further. We can’t wait to go back.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Santa Barbara Eco Beach Resort
Quinta de Santana

Quinta de Santana

4 out of 5
Canada da Meca 4 Ribeira Grande
The price is CA $119 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
CA $119
CA $130 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Honey Route Experience and Santa Bárbara Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (180 reviews)
Very friendly staff, great to have parking

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Quinta de Santana
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.
Quinta de Santana

Quinta de Santana

4 out of 5
Canada da Meca 4 Ribeira Grande
Stay at this aparthotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Honey Route Experience and Santa Bárbara Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (180 reviews)
Very friendly staff, great to have parking

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Quinta de Santana
Pico do Refúgio

Pico do Refúgio

4 out of 5
Roda do Pico 5 - Rabo de Peixe Ribeira Grande
Stay at this aparthotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Ponta Delgada Harbour and Rabo de Peixe Fishing ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
Great location, stunning hotel grounds, warm hospitality and delicious breakfast. Amazing place overall.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Pico do Refúgio
BEACH HOUSE - Casa das Hortênsias - STUNING VIEW - 6 sleeps

BEACH HOUSE - Casa das Hortênsias - STUNING VIEW - 6 sleeps

Ribeira Grande Azores
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Moinhos Beach and Santa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
House had everything one could need for a fabulous stay. Jose was quick to answer any questions. Highly recommend

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

BEACH HOUSE - Casa das Hortênsias - STUNING VIEW - 6 sleeps
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.

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Reviews of Ribeira Grande

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

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People were very friendly. Everything was so beautiful!

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