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Pousada Forte da Horta

–Excellent location - show map
+61 photos
Scored 7.9
Rated good
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping

About this property

Set in a 16th century fortress overlooking Horta Bay and Pico island, this Pousada hotel features a swimming pool and regional restaurant. Most of the air-conditioned rooms have views of the marina. Classified as a National Monument since 1947, the Pousada Forte da Horta offers modern rooms with cable TV and a minibar. Each private bathroom is stocked with a hairdryer and bathrobe. A breakfast buffet is served daily on the poolside veranda terrace. Guests may taste fried pork, tuna and passion fruit pie in Pousada Forte da Horta’s restaurant. The swimming pool area is furnished with sun beds, tables and parasols. Indoors, there is a lounge with various seating areas and a bar with a piano. The 24-hour reception offers car rentals and free on-site parking. The Horta Airport is just 8.7 km from the Pousada Forte da Horta.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Pestana Hotel & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Pestana Hotel & Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
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1 double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
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2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
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1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 single beds
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1 futon bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Key (FEE)
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ana
Portugal Portugal
“A unique stay in an old fortress right in Horta. The location is unbeatable, with stunning views of the marina and Pico across the water. The blend of historic architecture and modern comfort made it a really special experience. Rooms were...”
Cristina
Portugal Portugal
“The hotel is beautiful and they upgraded me and put me in a beautiful room with the most wonderful view.”
Regula
Switzerland Switzerland
“We loved the hotel. We upgraded to a room with balcony and seaview, it was beautiful with view on Pico. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”
Redbik
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Working air condition, large room with a great view.”
Sailing
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great over looking the marina and fairly central. Short walk to some nice restaurants and bars. The staff were all very friendly and nothing was to much for them.”
Wpnfm-fm
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very friendly staff and great location in downtown Horta. The rooms on the road side are relatively small, but comfortable. Bathroom has all it needs, but is likewise relatively small. Some maintenance may be carried out.”
Maarten
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“We first had a normal room, but these were really a bit small. For 50 Euro a night extra we got a suite, which is like an apartment and has a separate bedroom and a big balcony. You have a spectacular view on mount Pico and the harbour. The staff...”
Elke
Belgium Belgium
“Nice location in an old fortress with a beautiful view of the pico mountain! Good breakfast and facilities.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic hotel, full of character and lovely breakfast. Everything is within walking distance, and the staff are super helpful.”
Claudiu
Romania Romania
“The personnel were very helpful and we enjoyed visiting the upper level of the fortress.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Sal & Pico
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese • Local

House rules

Pousada Forte da Horta takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Prior to their arrival, guests are kindly requested to specify their bedding preference for any room type. Please specify the extra beds required, if any. Please specify the number of adults and children under 12. This can be inserted in the Special Requests Box during booking.

Please note that pets are only allowed in some of the property’s public areas. Upon check-in, please ask the front desk for more details. When travelling with dogs, please note that an extra charge of 25€ per pet, per night applies. Please note that a maximum of 1 dog is allowed. Please note that the property can only allow dogs with a maximum weight of 15 kilos.

Please note that only 1 extra bed or baby cot can be accommodated, on request. Charges may be applicable.

Please note that the property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival. Payment of the full reservation amount is due at the property.

Please note that for reservations of 5 rooms or more, different policies will apply.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of € 25 per day, per pet.

Please note that dogs will incur an additional charge of € 30 per day, per dog.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Pousada Forte da Horta in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 4777