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Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified pousada with marina and free breakfast

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Lunch and dinner served, Regional cuisine
Superior Room (Family) | Balcony
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Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel is a haven of relaxation, offering an outdoor pool and children's pool for family fun. Enjoy the marina views while sipping cocktails at the poolside bar or indulge in a delicious breakfast buffet with lunch and dinner options available on-site.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Suite (Triple)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Suite (2Ad+2Chd)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room (Family)

Superior Room (Family)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Classic Room, City View

Classic Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite (2Ad+1Chd)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Suite (2Ad+1Chd)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Horta, Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel is near the beach. Peter's Scrimshaw Museum and Porto Pim Whale Factory Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Horta Historic Center and Fort of Santa Cruz. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Rua Vasco Da Gama, Horta, 9900-017

What's nearby

  • Horta Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fort of Santa Cruz - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Horta Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porto Pim Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Porto Pim Whale Factory Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Horta (HOR) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peter Café Sport
  • ‪Ah! Boca Santa - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oceanic - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪snack- bar ilha azul - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel

Upscale eco-certified pousada
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a marina and a poolside bar at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, wedding services and a lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bidets
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 15 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 4777

Property is also known as

Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz
Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz B&B
Pousada da Forte Santa Cruz B&B Horta
Pousada da Horta Forte Santa Cruz
Pousada Forte da Horta Historic Hotel
Pousada Forte da Historic Hotel
Pousada Forte da Horta Historic
Pousada Forte da Historic
Forte Da Horta Historic Horta
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Horta
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Pousada (Portugal)
Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel Pousada (Portugal) Horta

Frequently asked questions

Does Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel on 29 Sept 2025 start from NZ$240.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this pousada allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 15 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Pousada Forte da Horta - Historic Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this eco-certified pousada is steps away from Horta Historic Center and Fort of Santa Cruz. Peter's Scrimshaw Museum and Horta Harbour are also within 5 minutes.

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