Name: Farol Guesthouse
Address: Ladeira do Passinho 5, São Mateus, 9700-583 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal, Ladeira do Passinho 5, São Mateus, Terceira, 9700-583, Portugal
Rating: 9.3

Farol Guesthouse

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Farol Guest house in São Mateus offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and sea views. Each room includes a balcony, wardrobe, and electric kettle. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the outdoor dining area. The property features a shared kitchen, paid airport shuttle service, and a buffet breakfast with juice, cheese, and fruits. Prime Location: Negrito Beach is a 13-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Museu do Vinho (12 mi) and Igreja Matriz da Vila das Lajes (14 mi). Graciosa Airport is 82 mi from the guest house. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its breakfast, attentive staff, and well-equipped kitchen, Farol Guest house ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Buffet, Breakfast to go

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Quadruple Room 4 bunk beds
Quadruple Room with Sea View 4 twin beds
Superior Double Room 1 full bed
Standard Double Room 1 full bed
Double Room with Sea View 1 full bed
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1 full bed
Deluxe King Room 1 king bed
Deluxe Room 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed

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Susan

United States

“The Farol Guesthouse was very welcoming and easy to access. We loved the central location, the deck with views of the ocean, and the lovely breakfast each morning.”

Janice

Canada

“We stayed at Faral Guesthouse for 3 nights while we explored the islands. Sao Mateus is beautiful and well located as a home base. Maria was a very kind host and provided us with a breakfast basket with a variety of food. The shared kitchen was...”

Jeroen

Netherlands

“Very friendly and welcoming staff, very nicely decorated guesthouse.”

Yulia

Germany

“The hotel has charming interior decor and a welcoming atmosphere. The general value of interior is basic but it meets every need. There was a fridge in the room, an entire kitchen for use for all guests including a large balcony with sea view. The...”

Pimentel

Portugal

“Everything was very clean, the staff was super nice.”

Narine

United States

“They were very good at communicating everything. Even before we arrived , they were in constant communication. Check-in was easy, and you can even do this before you arrive to speed things up. It was clean, comfortable, very spacious, and easy to...”

Hannah

United States

“This hotel/guesthouse was absolutely perfect! The location was wonderful - close to the city center but far enough out that the location is quiet. The bus stop to go downtown is right outside the front door and if you have a car there is plenty of...”

Winnie

Canada

“Catarina was amazing, so attentive and friendly and helpful. We had several delays in our flights leading to late check-in and checkout, and Catarina helped accommodate for all of them. The breakfast was also great. The car rental process was also...”

Rosemarie

Portugal

“The fact that the lady that runs the place was very nice to us went all the way to make us feel at home specially when she left us 2 boxes with breakfast things so we could have breakfast before we left she was the best if I ever go back I will...”

Dawn

Canada

“The room was large, comfortable, and suited our needs. It was laid out well and was very clean. The details like curtains and lights on the bed made it especially nice.We appreciated the air conditioning. The location was fantastic. We were in a...”

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Property info

Discover the beauty of Terceira Island from the comfort of Guesthouse Farol, a charming family-run retreat with a global heart. Our family brings together Portuguese, Brazilian, Swiss, Italian, and Norwegian roots, channeling our diverse cultures into a warm and welcoming stay for travelers from all over the world. Since taking over the property in 2021, we have dedicated ourselves to creating the perfect guest experience. Following a complete initial renovation, we implemented major upgrades in 2025 and 2026. We believe in continuous investment to keep our facilities immaculate, modern, and exceptionally clean. Inside, you’ll find beautifully decorated spaces filled with thoughtful details designed to make you feel right at home. Why guests love staying with us: - A Great Breakfast: We pride ourselves on a delicious morning spread to fuel your day. - Prime Location: Situated a short drive from Angra do Heroísmo, we provide a peaceful coastal base. - Perfect for Road Trips: Free parking right outside makes it seamless to jump in your car and explore Terceira's wonders. Experience true Azorean hospitality with an international touch!

Neighborhood info

List of Amenities near Farol Guesthouse: Bus stop: 10m (lines 6, 141 and 100 with connections to Angra do Heroísmo, Serreta e Biscoitos) Mini Supermarket 50m: Mini Mercado Sousa ATM/Money withdrawl 100m: Multibanco Caixa Pharmacy 100m: Pharmacia Sao Mateus Fish Restaurant 250m : Restaurante Beira Mar Bathing site 1.0km : Zona Balnear do negrito Tennis Club 1.5km : Lawn Tennis Club São Mateus is a tranquil village and easy to get around on by foot. However, if you are planning to explore the island, we do strongly recommend to rent a car. There is plenty of free public parking near the guesthouse. The guesthouse has two foldable bicycles which can be used exclusively by our guests (extra charge). Alternatively there is a public transport bus line just in front of the guesthouse; Bus lines 06, 141 and 100 with connections to Angra do Heroísmo, Serreta e Biscoitos. There are also Taxis available on the island that can bring you around (we can organize an airport pick up). A taxi ride to Angra will cost you around 5 euros.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Spanish,French,Italian,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Farol Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 1746/AL