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Sao Miguel · Azores · Atlantic

Place Of Moments Nature

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On São Miguel, the Atlantic is never far from the conversation, and Place Of Moments Nature gives you a suite, a garden and a spa as your base in Ribeira Seca.

The invitation

Place Of Moments Nature is a lodge and villa-style address for travellers who want more room than a standard hotel room and a little space to settle into the island. Suites include private bathrooms, towels, toiletries, a safe and a telephone, while the property itself adds a garden and terrace for the slower parts of the day.

Family accommodation is part of the offer, with one- and two-bedroom suites and sea-view options. That makes the place particularly easy to picture for a couple wanting a proper suite rather than a compact room, or for a family that would rather close a door between sleeping spaces.

The useful basics are covered without fuss: free Wi-Fi, private check-in and check-out, non-smoking accommodation and parking. There is also a barbecue area, because not every evening needs a formal restaurant and a timetable.

The point on the map

The property is in Ribeira Seca, Portugal, on São Miguel in the Azores. It is close to the town centre, giving you a base in a lived-in part of the island rather than an isolated resort compound.

The airport is around 20 minutes away by car, which keeps the first and last transfers relatively straightforward. The address also gives you a practical starting point for exploring São Miguel, with excursions to Furnas, Caloira and the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo available through the property.

A garden and terrace shape the immediate setting, while parking makes the place workable if you are touring the island by car. The property welcomes pets too, useful if your travelling companion has four legs and a strong view on holiday planning.

Vue d'ensemble sur une ville côtière au crépuscule.

Rooms and nights

The room choice is built around suites rather than a single standard layout. You can choose between straightforward suites, sea-view versions, one-bedroom arrangements and two-bedroom family suites; the double suites are set up for two people with a double bed. The family options make more sense when you want separate sleeping space, not merely an extra bed pushed into the corner.

Sea-view and ocean-view categories are the obvious pick when the outlook matters to you. A one-bedroom suite suits a couple who wants a sitting-room feel and a little breathing space, while the two-bedroom layouts are the practical answer for families or friends travelling together.

Every listed suite has a private bathroom, towels and toiletries, along with a safe for valuables and a telephone. The accommodation is non-smoking. There is no lift, so keep that in mind when deciding how much luggage you really need to bring upstairs; dive bags have a habit of becoming ambitious.

A taste of the place

The main dining facility here is the barbecue area. You can take charge of an evening there instead of looking for a restaurant after diving.

Breakfast and other meals are not included as a standard hotel service. Before booking, check exactly what your chosen rate covers. If you prefer to cater for yourself, having a kitchen or shopping facilities nearby gives you more freedom — room details do not cover specific kitchen equipment.

The barbecue area works particularly well for a stay with family or friends: spend the day out, sit together outside in the evening and choose your own menu rather than relying on a hotel restaurant. This property offers no wider dining provision, so the choice of what to have for dinner remains yours.

Terrasse en bois éclairée avec un arbre et une végétation luxuriante.

Things to do, or not do

The Natur SPA gives you somewhere to put the brakes on, while the spa bath adds another option for easing into an evening without turning it into a full expedition. After a day spent outdoors, that is the sort of facility that earns its keep quietly.

The property also arranges boat excursions and fishing, so the water remains part of the holiday even when you are not diving. Excursions include Furnas, Caloira and the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, giving you several ways to spend a day above sea level.

For a simpler afternoon, there is the garden and terrace. The barbecue area gives you an alternative to going out, and the family-friendly accommodation means the place can work for a mixed-age group rather than only for couples.

What to know before booking

Check-in is from 16:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Private and contactless check-in and check-out are available, with early arrival and late departure handled on request. The property can arrange an airport transfer, and parking is available free of charge for guests arriving by car.

Wi-Fi and internet access are free. The accommodation is fully non-smoking, there is no lift, and pets are welcome. If you are travelling with a dog or cat, arrange this directly with the property before arrival so the practical details are clear.

For charging cameras, phones and other holiday hardware, Portugal uses 230-volt electricity with Type C and Type F sockets. The airport journey takes around 20 minutes by car, and the property can organise the transfer in advance.

Official website:placeofmoments.com ↗

Important information

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

What sets it apart

  • Suites with private bathrooms and sea-view options
  • Two-bedroom family suites
  • Natur SPA and spa bath
  • Free Wi-Fi and free parking
  • Airport transfer available
  • Close to Ribeira Seca town centre

Facilities at Place Of Moments Nature

Services & front desk

  • Parking
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Services & front desk

  • Internet gratuit
  • Parking
  • Parking à proximité
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
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