Reviews of Alma do Pico - Nature Residence

Good location, the space and the environment is very nice and relaxed, with a very nice lounge area to relax and enjoy the views. the staff are very nice and helpful.

As the name says, its a nature residence. You will be sleeping in private cottages in the middle of trees and bushes. So you expect having insects and nature all around you. However we were not lucky that our cottage was full of centipedes (not just one or two that you consider ignorable due to the nature of the place,, but 8 of them at once and big ones). We don't blame the hotel for this but anyway it was not a pleasant experience since we had to try to expel them before we could sleep calmly.

* nice, quiet huts with private terrace facing the wood * very modern and spacious * breakfast is delivered in a basket at 8am * small swimming pool next to the main house * nice view from the main house to the ocean * restaurant on-site (reservation required) * sufficient parking avaliable

I was able to book for one night, most other Pico properties were min 2 nights. Ines was kind and let us check in early.

The bed and pillows were the most uncomfortable I think I’ve ever experienced in years of travelling to over 100 countries, we got zero sleep so were exhausted for our flight the next morning. The cabins are very basic which would be fine if they were half the price. The studio we stayed in was connected to another apartment and we could hear all their noise through the paper thin walls. The cost is way too high for the glamping style of the place.

They let us store our luggage for an additional day after checking out since we were doing the overnight hike. Very friendly staff!

A very warm welcome by the host who was very helpful in organizing a taxi for us the next day. We received all the information that we needed including advice for some restaurants at walking distance.

The restaurant at the resort was unfortunately not open

The manager, Ines, was kind and helpful. The location is beautiful, and the apartments have all the necessary space and furniture

We booked it as a hotel room, but it is organised as apartments. It turned out that breakfast is served in the apartment, which is great, but one might be disappointed if expecting a hotel buffet

Peaceful and eco friendly

As it was a little way out of town It would have been perfect if the restaurant was open or if they offered a simple bar service when it was closed.

Receptionist Inês was very friendly and welcoming. Gardens surrounding the property are fantastic and create an atmosphere of privacy around the houses.

Pillows were not particularly comfortable. Place mats for breakfast were old and stained. Breakfast was basic, orange juice not freshly squeezed.

good restaurant

Beautiful property, great location and friendly staff

We enjoyed our stay at this residence. Although it’s not located right in the city center, the walk to downtown wasn’t too long. The place was clean and located in a lush, green area that made the whole experience feel relaxing and close to nature. The courtyard was beautifully maintained, and the overall vibe was very peaceful. The staff were polite, friendly, and helpful throughout our stay.

The hot water in the shower ran out very quickly, which was inconvenient. For a place surrounded by nature, it was disappointing that the juice served at breakfast wasn’t fresh. The electric kettle in the kitchenette was plastic, and after boiling, the water had a strong plastic taste — not ideal for making tea or coffee. Also, there was no “Do Not Disturb” sign to hang on the door.

Beautiful setting in the woods, bird songs, views of the sea, comfortable lodging, breakfast delivered every morning, good location, restaurant on site.

The slight smell of Sulphur. The dryer didn't dry our clothes, but that may have been user error. The TV did not work for us either.

Almo do Pico is a real find. Built under the trees, it is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Location is very close to the town center and other attractions. Like the rest of the Azores islands, you need a car.

The breakfast could be better. Perhaps most striking is to have your milk and coffee in capsules. It should not be very difficult to offer fresh coffee and milk in the Azores.

We stayed in the 2 bedroom villa, aptly named "the palace" by the staff. The villa was so beautiful and very spacious. It has been finished to a very high standard, with a very well stocked kitchen for all cooking needs and 2 beautiful bathrooms, one with a shower and the other a bath. The was so much outside space with stunning views out the front of Mount Pico and the back overlooking Faial island. Every member of staff were incredible and so friendly, nothing was too much to ask for. There is a pool and restaurant on site but we did not use either, it was a bit too cold (late April) to use the pool. The location of the property is pretty good, was a nice leisurely stroll of 20-30 minutes into the centre of Madalena, and there is a large supermarket just down the road (about 5 minutes walking). We did hire a car to explore the island and there was always ample parking. Overall we had a wonderful time staying here and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the Azores.

A bit of a personal preference but the mattresses were incredibly firm, probably the firmest mattress I've even slept on, which for me was a little uncomfortable.

Very clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent location

Lovely bungalows tucked away in nature, just outside Madalena—perfectly located. The bungalows were spot on: clean, cozy, beautifully decorated, and well-equipped. The team at Alma do Pico was incredibly friendly and gave us lots of great tips. Breakfast was delivered to our door each morning, always fresh and made with care.

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