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About this property
Situated on Madalena, Pico Island, Caravelas is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on 3 sides and overlooks Faial Island. It features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour reception, and car rental. The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Caravelas open out onto private balconies with views of the ocean or Pico Mountain. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, and an en suite bathroom. Guests can enjoy a daily buffet breakfast at the restaurant of the hotel, or discover the many cafés that surround the property, serving typical Azorean specialities. The in-house bar offers soft drinks and the renowned Pico Wine. Pico’s landscape is a UNESCO Heritage Site for wine culture and Caravelas Hotel is a getaway to explore typical local vineyards. Pico Airport has direct services to Lisbon and is 10 km away. Free parking is available on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fiona
United Kingdom
“Great central location right opposite the ferry terminal and 2 minutes walk from the whale watching companies. Balcony with nice view of the sea. The staff were very pleasant and let me check in at 8.30 am. I was only expecting to leave my...” - Martin
Canada
“My room had everything you can expect from a quality hotel except a few minor caveats. Overall my stay was great. The staff were great and the breakfast had every item I wanted.” - Vader
Canada
“I was only on Pico for 3 days but the hotel was great and centrally located. Breakfast was good.” - Jennifer
Australia
“Located near Ferry Terminal and close to some Cafe's. Nice breakfast. Bathroom size good. Shower above bath.” - Armin
Germany
“Well located in front of the harbor. Amazing breakfast choice!” - Alessandra
Italy
“Hotel Caravelas has a great position in the centre of Madalena (Pico) nearby the harbor. It is clean, breakfast is nice and the staff is nice too.” - João
Portugal
“Very clean and tidy. The location is perfect, just next to the pier and the center of Madalena. The breakfast was great: a wide variety of products with great quality.” - Edita
Switzerland
“Very well located, clean and a big room, lovely little balcony with a view to the ocean and Faial island, comfortable bed, coffee machine in the room, good breakfast.” - Yann
Luxembourg
“I don't understand why so many people are complaining about this hotel. It is as close to the ferry terminal as you can get. , The rooms are clean and tidy. The pool has a nice view on Faial, and is beeing cleaned every morning (and they are...” - Kornelis
Netherlands
“The hotel is in an ideal location if you plan to arrive or depart by boat, as the ferry terminal with services to Faial and São Jorge is right across the street. We arrived in the early morning from São Jorge and left the next morning for Horta....”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please inform Hotel Caravelas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
License number: 7103/RNET