Partenope Hostel and Suites

The Partenope Hostel is excellent value. I had a private double room with its own bathroom for two nights and felt very comfortable. The facilities are so good that they'd suit a modern, expensive hotel, though here they're shared in the usual hostel way and come at a very good price. It's close to the center of Angra do Heroísmo, and the owner has put a huge amount of care into renovating the traditional building. Everything feels modern, beautiful, and VERY clean. Breakfast was continental, with tea and coffee included, plus Nespresso capsules available for an extra charge. I washed my dishes afterward, as expected in a hostel. It was nice to meet the other guests each morning and chat with the friendly staff Iris & Andrea. The owner has invested a lot in the Partenope. I could open my room with an electronic key on my phone, and WhatsApp was the main way to contact Irish, which made check-in and check-out easy to organize. I really enjoyed my stay and will return to Terceira.

Angra is a small town, so you can get everywhere on foot, including the Mounte Brasil hike. Free parking was available on the same street or nearby. The Partenope is a great base for exploring the island and coming back in the evening to enjoy quality restaurants. I stayed four nights. The place is recently renovated, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The host was wonderfully helpful, and breakfast was included in the price, which made it easy to get an early start for hikes around the island. Great value all in all. Recommend.

Clean, neat place in a good location. The socket or shelf beside the bed is placed a little awkwardly from a usability standpoint. Check-in could be simpler too, since the booking platform already completes the whole KYC process.

Best hostel on the island. I had no worries at all!