Moinho da Areia

The green pea paste Cristine made at breakfast quickly became my favorite, and there were plenty of fresh choices every morning. The staff were always kind, attentive, and ready to help, including with useful ideas for attractions and restaurants nearby. The hotel is right on the beach, with beautiful views and a peaceful feel. Inside, the thoughtful design makes it cozy and elegant, and everything felt well cared for and high quality. It still has a warm, homely atmosphere, so we felt at ease while getting top-level service. I had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting.

Fresh breakfasts made with local products and spotless rooms were a real pleasure. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and seemed to genuinely care. It's a small boutique hotel with a warm, homely feel, lovely detailed interiors, and a perfect spot right by the beach. One of the best places we've stayed! ;)

We were in a smaller room, but its windows looked straight out to the ocean. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves was spectacular. We also had cocktails on the terrace overlooking the beach, and there were beach towels for swimming or relaxing on the sand. Breakfast was delicious, with pastries, several kinds of bread, and eggs made to order. Such a lovely boutique hotel, we had an amazing stay.

We used this place as a base for hikes all over the island, and it worked really well. It's a beautifully renovated old mill just beside the beach, with very friendly, attentive staff and a tasty daily breakfast made from fresh local ingredients. I'd definitely recommend staying here. One tip: restaurants nearby were very busy when we visited in September, so it's a good idea to book ahead.