Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

Perched on the edge of the Bay of Horta on Faial Island, this historic pousada overlooks Horta Marina and the island of Pico. It sits steps from Horta Historic Center and the Fort of Santa Cruz, about 400 m from the port and roughly an 8-minute walk to nearby beaches like Porto Pim.

Housed in a 16th-century fortress and classified as a national monument (1947), the property mixes classic, calm rooms with a strong historical vibe. There are 28 guestrooms with LCD TVs and minibars; most rooms have sea-view balconies and private bathrooms with tubs or showers and bidets. Communal nooks include a reading room and a small library.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool and sip at the poolside bar, or hit the games room/arcade for some laid-back fun. The pousada offers a terrace and garden, concierge and tour desk, complimentary Wi‑Fi in rooms and common areas, free self-parking, laundry services, and a children's playroom—family-friendly and pet-friendly on request (extra charge). Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and island views.

Facilities include a business centre, meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff, plus complimentary Wi‑Fi to keep you connected.

The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner and a complimentary buffet breakfast is provided each morning. There’s also a bar/lounge and a poolside bar, with limited room service available.