Hotel Sete Cidades

“Central location at a decent price”

Located around a 10 minute downhill stroll from the centre and waterfont, the hotel is a sound choice for a short stay. Our room was adequate in terms of comfort and facilities, with efficient air-con that was welcome to combat the humidity, although perhaps in need of a spruce-up. Reception st... more

Located around a 10 minute downhill stroll from the centre and waterfont, the hotel is a sound choice for a short stay. Our room was adequate in terms of comfort and facilities, with efficient air-con that was welcome to combat the humidity, although perhaps in need of a spruce-up. Reception staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient. A simple buffet breakfast provided a range of cold options of breads, meats, fruit, cereals etc. Free hotel parking was welcome in this congested area. All considered the hotel is a sound, good-valued choice for a short-stay. The Restaurant Museum, which is only around 100m from the hotel, provided a decent choice of well-priced, plentiful dishes, and a less-hectic atmosphere than some of the establishments in the more touristy areas.

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“A lovely two-star property in the heart of old town Ponta Delgada”

As an officially category 2* hotel, my expectations were exceeded. While my taxi driver missed it the first time around, the welcome was warm and friendly. After reading some of the other reviews posted here by people who must not understand that a two-star hotel is not the Ritz, I was not quite... more

As an officially category 2* hotel, my expectations were exceeded. While my taxi driver missed it the first time around, the welcome was warm and friendly. After reading some of the other reviews posted here by people who must not understand that a two-star hotel is not the Ritz, I was not quite sure what I would find. I was pleasantly surprised on all levels. The room is lovely and neat with what some people described as shopworn furniture which is actually not true. I will post pictures below to bolster my viewpoint. As for the person who said the rooms are not air conditioned, clearly they did not know what a thermostat looks like or the air conditioner unit over the door to the room. I'm enjoying lovely frosty dry air right now as it is rather humid outside after a recent rainfall. Later when the humidity subsides a little I will avail myself of the fabulous window with a screen and let in some more fresh air. The Wi-Fi is excellent the bathroom while a little bit older appearing is perfectly functional and very nicely done complete with bidet, toiletries and nice fluffy towels. If you stay in a property officially ranked as two stars and you expect for under $70 a night including breakfast to receive a palace, perhaps either you should stay home and not travel anymore or up your ante and pay more at something with more glitz. While the neighborhood is rather old due to the location in the old town of Ponta Delgada, the hotel is convenient to all major sites and close to a beach as well. The roof terrace as well as the very nice breakfast room and Lobby are pleasant additions. All in all, I have paid far more on four continents and received far less value for my money. I do know that most of the people describing the place as shopworn, run down and other pejoratives were mainly from the United Kingdom. I suspect that many of them are people who watch programs like 'Cheap Brits on Holiday' and sympathize with the expectations - all wildly unrealistic - that bargain British tourists seem to think they are entitled to worldwide. Having lived in the UK now for more than 18 months and stayed in numerous lodging places around the country, I can safely say I would rather have this hotel any day over half of the places I've stayed in England.

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“Clean and friendly budget hotel”

Stayed here for 4 nights as part of a group tour. Worried by some of the reviews. It was fine. Decor and fittings a bit dated but the place was immaculately clean, the water was hot and the beds were comfortable. Easy walking distance from all attractions. At this price could not fault it