Descriptions Hotel Pousada de Horta - Forte de Santa Cruz
Overlooking Horta Bay, the Pousada da Horta, Forte de Santa Cruz, is a historic Horta hotel on Faial Island in the Azores archipelago. Situated next to Horta's marina, the hotel enjoys a magnificent view over to Pico Island and is a great destination for walking or cycling holidays as well as horse riding, whale or dolphin watching, and diving excursions. In fact, there are many interesting sights within easy driving distance of the hotel, including the Capelinhos Volcano and Cabeço Gordo Mountain. The Pousada Forte de Santa Cruz has a fascinating history which is sure to make a stay in this Faial hotel feel a little out of the ordinary. Originally built by the Portuguese in 1567 to defend Horta against Moorish pirates, it was the last refuge of Faial's Portuguese and French defenders when the Spanish invaded in 1580. It was also attacked and captured by the English navy in the 1590's, and was as the site of the last battle between American and British naval forces during the so-called Second War of Independence in 1814. With all that history behind it, this Horta hotel promises to be an enchanting place to stay for your vacation in the Azores. Today all of the facilities of a modern hotel have been added to the Forte de Santa Cruz, now the Pousada da Horta Hotel. These include an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a restaurant for fine dining as well as lighter refreshments. Furthermore, the hotel features a fully-equipped meeting room, with wireless Internet access, which can seat 16 people in a classroom-style layout, 45 people in a theatre-style layout and 20 people in a U-shape. It can also hold cocktail receptions for up to 50 people too.
The whitewashed Pousada da Horta Forte de Santa Cruz is set in a 16th century fortress, which has been declared a national monument, overlooking Horta Bay. The hotel features 28 simply furnished guestrooms in natural tones with dark wood furnishings. All rooms are equipped with cable television, direct dial phones, minibars, dial up Internet connections, safes and air conditioning. Bathrooms have handheld showers, bidets, bathrobes and hair dryers.
The Restaurant Pousada do Faial serves regional and international dishes in a classic setting, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Guests can bronze by the pool and escape to the shade of the poolside bar, while children can enjoy their own pool and family games. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk can exchange currency, and there is also an onsite gift shop, wireless Internet connections in public areas, and an informal bar. Practical amenities include free parking, 24 hour room service and laundry facilities. The hotel is close to many of the areas attractions: guests can enjoy a stroll around Horta which surrounds the hotel, take a boat over to the Island of Pico, ten kilometres away, and explore the town of Caldeira, 20 kilometres away. Horta Airport is located ten kilometres from the hotel, a 30 minute drive.
The Pousada Da Horta Forte Da Santa Cruz Ilha Do Faial Hotel is located in Faial Horta making it one of the best hotels to stay at while in town. The Pousada Da Horta Forte Da Santa Cruz Ilha Do Faial Hotel boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. Each guestroom has air conditioning, daily newspaper, hair dryer. The basic amenities provided at this Faial Horta accommodation comprise 24hr room service, bar/pub, laundry service/dry cleaning. To unwind, guests can enjoy the leisure facilities provided on the hotel's property, including garden, water sports (non-motorized). The hotel provides a warm and welcoming service of international standard. For your reservation at the Pousada Da Horta Forte Da Santa Cruz Ilha Do Faial Hotel Faial Horta, please choose your period of stay and fill out our secure online booking form.
Built in 1972 and renovated in 2004, this hotel comprises a total of 28 rooms spread over 3 floors. A garden and terrace additionally feature. Facilities on offer include a foyer with 24-hour reception desk, a hotel safe and lifts. The air-conditioned hotel also comprises a bar, a caf ', a TV room, a restaurant with a smoking area, a breakfast and dining room as well as a conference room and a public Internet terminal with WLAN (for an additional fee). Room and laundry services round up the offerings (for an additional fee). In addition, there is a car park available.
Built in 1972 and renovated in 2004, this hotel comprises a total of 28 rooms spread over 3 floors. A garden and terrace additionally feature. Facilities on offer include a foyer with 24-hour reception desk, a hotel safe and lifts. The air-conditioned hotel also comprises a bar, a café, a TV room, a restaurant with a smoking area, a breakfast and dining room as well as a conference room and a public Internet terminal with WLAN (for an additional fee). Room and laundry services round up the offerings (for an additional fee). In addition, there is a car park available.
The hotel occupies a 16th century fortress, which was built overlooking Horta Bay and was declared a national monument in 1947.
