Hotel Caravelas

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Museu do Vinho

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room
Beach
Balcony
Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Rua Conselheiro Terra Pinheiro, 3, Madalena, 9950-329
  • Museu do Vinho
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Pico Island Vineyard Culture
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gruta das Torres
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Pico Island (PIX)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Madalena

Museu do Vinho is a short stroll from Hotel Caravelas, and other popular attractions like Pico Island Vineyard Culture are within a few miles (5 km). This 4-star hotel has 137 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Museu do Vinho - 14 min walk
  • Pico Island Vineyard Culture - 4 min drive
  • Gruta das Torres - 8 min drive
  • Mount Pico - 22 min drive
  • Horta Harbour - 108 min drive

Getting around

  • Pico Island (PIX) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Atmosfera - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cella Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Via Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffe 5 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Padaria Andrade - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Caravelas

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Museu do Vinho
Guests staying at Hotel Caravelas enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 50 per person. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a meeting room, an arcade/game room, and a library.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Furnished balconies, minibars, and safes are other standard amenities. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 35.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Caravelas Madalena
Hotel Caravelas
Hotel Caravelas Madalena
Hotel Caravelas Pico/Madalena
Hotel Caravelas Hotel
Hotel Caravelas Madalena
Hotel Caravelas Hotel Madalena

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Hotel Caravelas?

This hotel is located in Madalena within a short 14-minute walk of Museu do Vinho. You'll also find Pico Island Vineyard Culture and Azores Wine Company within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Caravelas?

As of Feb 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Caravelas on Feb 9, 2025 start from $89.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Hotel Caravelas?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Hotel Caravelas?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Hotel Caravelas feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Caravelas doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Caravelas?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Caravelas a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront hotel include a minibar, a rainfall showerhead, and a turndown service.

Does Hotel Caravelas have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Caravelas have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Caravelas doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Caravelas allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Caravelas.

Does Hotel Caravelas have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel Caravelas?

The closest major airport to Hotel Caravelas is Pico Island (PIX), which is 6.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Horta (HOR), which is located 12.2 mi away (129-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Caravelas?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Caravelas comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden views.

Hotel Caravelas Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 194 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better then I expected, A welcomed surprise
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always seem to be irritated. They are not helpful. The beds are hard as a plank of wood. Furnishings are very dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Way better than expected
Wow, this hotel has some of of the best hotel staff I have experienced (the bartender was a bit maudlin for 11pm on a Saturday), amazing location, great pool and lots of breakfast. My air conditioner was leaking - they came and fixed it and even left me an extra large towel if it acted up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great choice in Pico
The staff here are excellent. Good breakfast. Great view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the only thing for me I didn't like was the mattress was very hard. I would stay there again, perfect location, great staff and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel on Pico island
Lovely hotel on Pico island great breakfast included. Beds are on the firmer side and parking might be a bit of a challenge in peak times but would stay again for sure. Pool area looked great too.
Front entrance
Pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl, Ottawa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

CARMEN DOLORES, TAIPA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

peter

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and clean but a little dated
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

minja

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location they forgot of reserved transfer from AP to hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Janette

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most depressing hotel we have experienced. The hotel staff was unresponsive, excluding the maids. The beds are extremely hard and like sleeping on a rock. The breakfast was simply unedidble.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
very nice hotel. good service and pleasant staff. bar was nice too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

susanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, rooms pretty spacious. Easy and convenient walk to ferry. We would have really enjoyed the bar being open in the afternoon, but it was closed for lunch from 13-17 (very typical for small local places). Since it’s a bigger hotel we were surprised to find it closed. We enjoyed the front desk person who agreed to drive us to and from Sao Roque even though it was a festival night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property itself is a little dated but the staff keep it clean. I was pleasantly surprised that the breakfast buffet had very fresh selection of fruits and hot food. For the price point, I would stay here again. The hotel also accommodates transfers around the island for a fee, but it's very convenient to set up instead of looking for a taxi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

S

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old, tired, smells bad and not clean
Old, tired, smells bad and not clean. Bathroom was covered in limescale, with very low water pressure. Balcony was covered in dust and spider webs, and the outdoor chairs were so dusty. Bad, cheap breakfast. Very dark hotel, like an old hospital. I Will not come back again. And certainly don't recommend it. Very expensive and you will find somewhere better for this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot
Very central location. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Alla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Ми
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021