São Jorge Island

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São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
São Jorge Island
Photo by Olli Peauty
Photo by Olli Peauty
Photo by ‎Chris Gouge
Photo by ‎Chris Gouge

Where to stay in São Jorge Island

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Ribeira Seca

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Ribeira Seca and the surrounding area.

Ribeira Seca
Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge

2 out of 5
Canada da Vinha Nova, Fajã Grande, Calheta
Stay at this hostel in Calheta. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Fajãs das Lagoas de ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
"Excellent location. Staff was friendly. Air conditioner was not working in our room and it was so hot to sleep. The staff tried but could not fix it. Breakfast was simple but fine. Very clean all around and well kept. View was incredible from the front shared spaces."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

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Azores Youth Hostels - São Jorge
Casa d'Avó Guesthouse

Casa d'Avó Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Caminho do Porto, 5, Velas, Azores
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly guesthouse in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Pico ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"The location and view"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

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Casa d'Avó Guesthouse
Quinta dos Mistérios

Quinta dos Mistérios

Largo da Boa Hora, Velas, Açores
Stay at this guesthouse in Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Velas Marina and Igreja de Sao Jorge are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Very beauty house."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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Quinta dos Mistérios
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Casa do Zé - AL

Casa do Zé - AL

3 out of 5
Caminho da Igreja, 2, Manadas, Velas, Açores
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Pico da Esperanca are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Adorable historic home.
"Adorable local cottage in a very small town. We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment on the second floor. Neighbors gave us a walking tour and showed us their garden and taught us history of the area."

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

Casa do Zé - AL
Cantinho do Mar - Holiday Home

Cantinho do Mar - Holiday Home

Urzelina
Stay at this cottage in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Santa Bárbara Church and Pico da Esperanca are located ...
Comfortable accommodations
"The apartment was spacious and comfortable. The bed wasn't the greatest - the mattress is very firm. The location was good, central to the island so we could explore all regions over three days. There is a small grocery store just down the street and a great restaurant within walking distance. A ..."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

Cantinho do Mar - Holiday Home
Cantinho das Buganvillias

Cantinho das Buganvillias

4 out of 5
Rua Padre Augusto Teixeira, Velas
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private plunge pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
Awesom Views
"Beautiful property overlooking Velas harbor…don’t hesitate to book!"

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

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Popular places to visit

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Explore the great outdoors at Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge, a lovely green space in Calheta.

Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge

Velas Marina

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in São Jorge with a trip to Velas Marina. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Marina

Pico da Esperanca

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Pico da Esperanca, a lovely green space in Santa Bárbara. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Pico da Esperanca

Velas Bullfighting Arena

3/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Velas Bullfighting Arena during your trip to São Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Velas Bullfighting Arena

Igreja de Sao Jorge

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of São Jorge when you take a trip to Igreja de Sao Jorge. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Igreja de Sao Jorge

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rosais with a stop at Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Ponta dos Rosais Lighthouse

Things to do

Van tours

S. Jorge Van Tour - Full Day with Activities

￥41,617
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
S. Jorge Van Tour - Full Day with Activities
São Jorge: Island Round Trip Up to 7Hours.

São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour

￥34,681
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
São Jorge: Island, Forest Reserve & Fajãs Guided Tour
São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure

São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure

￥31,213
per adult
São Jorge: PR01 Hike & Tour - Full Day Adventure
Private Sedan Transportation

Private Standard Car: Velas Port

￥3,251
per traveler
Private Standard Car: Velas Port
Private Minivan Transportation

Private Minivan: Velas Port

￥9,378
per traveler
Private Minivan: Velas Port
São Jorge: Island Round Trip Up to 4 Hours.

São Jorge Island Panoramic Adventure – 4 Hour Tour

￥22,543
per adult
São Jorge Island Panoramic Adventure – 4 Hour Tour
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