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The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites

2.0 star property
Ocean views meet golf course convenience at this laid-back hostel where guests can relax on the terrace, explore the garden, or browse the library

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The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites offers oceanside views, a nearby golf course, and a scenic terrace. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet, relax in the garden, or read from the library. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and past visitors consistently praise their stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Located on the top floor
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ponta Delgada, The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites is in the city center and on the riverwalk. Ponta Delgada Harbour and Ponta Delgada Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Parque Atlântico and Mercado da Graça. Antonio Borges Garden and Jardim Jose do Canto are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Ponta Delgada travel guide
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Map
9500-216, Ponta Delgada, Rua de Lisboa n.22

What's nearby

  • Day image of the arches of the city gates in Ponta Delgada-sao miguel-açores
    Ponta Delgada City Gates
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Antonio Borges Garden
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Portas da Cidade
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ponta Delgada Marina
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Azorean Poke
    11 min walk
  • Campo de São Francisco
    11 min walk
  • Restaurante Arriba
    13 min walk
  • Cais da Sardinha
    14 min walk
  • Palm Terrace Cafe
    11 min walk

About this property

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites

Hostel near Ponta Delgada Harbour
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and children's dinnerware
  • Showers, hair dryers, and soap
  • Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and children's books

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - noon
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 2777RRAL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

The Holy Cow Hostel Suites
The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Ponta Delgada
The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites located?

Located in the heart of Ponta Delgada, this golf hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Nossa Senhora da Esperanca Convent, Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres, and Santuario Nossa Senhora da Esperanca. Military Museum of the Azores and Sinagoga Sahar Hassamain are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was excellent.. the location is just perfect.. so close to everything without the noise and hassle.. breakfast was great… and staff are amazing… my room was just perfect for a solo traveler!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place! They were so helpful in suggesting places to visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Love

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hospitality. Only problem was finding a place on the street close to hotel. But, free public parking is available within 10 minutes of walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a beautiful hostel. Everything was so clean, nicely decorated, and perfectly organized. There were such nice little touches all over the hostel. Breakfast was always lovely. Goncalo was a wonderful host who was always available for tips on what to do on the island. The hostel was just on the edge of the historic city center - very walkable - and it made for nice quiet nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
sehr nette Gastgeber
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

bertrand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent séjour

Séjour très agréable et excellent accueil. Proche du centre et pratique pour se garer, cet hotel a beaucoup de qualités. Si nous revenons à Ponta Delgada nous reviendrons à cet hotel !
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft ist sehr zentral, Parkmöglichkeiten gab es in der Nähe auch kostenfrei. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Zimmer sauber, groß und ruhig.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Da ich am nechsten Tag gleich weiter fliegen musste, bin ich nur eine nacht im Hostel geblieben. Ich kam an nach Mitternacht, ausserhalb der Oeffnungszeiten der Rezeption, dies war natuerlich kein Problem, denn ich erhielt einen Code fuer die Eingangs- und Zimmertuer. ich war sehr muede und hungrig von der Reise und auf dem Kuechentisch lagen Broetchen, Kekse und Obst fuer mich, worueber ich mich sehr freute. Auch wenn ich nur sehr kurz blieb, das Hostel ist sehr gemuetlich und liebevoll eingerichtet, es ist sehr sauber, der Besitzer ist sehr herzlich und man hat das Gefuehl Zuhause zu sein. Ich wuerde dieses Hostel auf jeden Fall wieder buchen falls ich einmal zurueckkomme.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Angenehmer Aufenthalt, sehr freundliche Gastgeber

Die Gastgeber kontaktierten uns frühzeitig, um das Check-in zu organisieren. Wie vereinbart wurden wir um Mitternacht freundlich erwartet. Zimmer sauber und in gutem Zustand, etwas klein.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un séjour au TOP !

Nous avons passé un super séjour ! Propreté impeccable, décoration simple et jolie, petit déjeuner délicieux :) Nos hôtes étaient très gentils et serviables. Gonzalo a la main sur le coeur, un rayon de soleil dès le matin. Il a toujours été là pour nous conseiller de superbe endroits lors de notre séjour.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Solène

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super endroit !

Super séjour à the Holy Cow ! Le lieu est top, bien décoré, pratiquement neuf. Les hôtes sont adorables, super accueillants, ils nous ont indiqué les endroits où aller dans Ponta Delgada, ils nous ont été d’une grande aide pour gérer un malheureux imprévu. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022