Located just 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport, Alcides offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Alcides, which serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.
Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
University of the Azores - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Ponta Delgada Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 9 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Louvre Michaelense - 2 min walk
Café Royal - 3 min walk
Nonnas Teeth & Tomatoes - 1 min walk
Cervejaria Portas da Cidade - 2 min walk
A Tasca - 3 min walk
About this property
Alcides
Located just 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport, Alcides offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Alcides, which serves Portuguese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Scooter/moped rentals
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1956
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-cm TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Alcides - This family restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per person (one-way)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Alcides Hotel
Alcides Hotel Ponta Delgada
Alcides Ponta Delgada
Residencial Alcides Ponta Delgada
Alcides Hotel
Alcides Ponta Delgada
Alcides Hotel Ponta Delgada
Frequently asked questions
Does Alcides offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Alcides does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Alcides?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Alcides?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alcides?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Are there restaurants at or near Alcides?
Yes, Alcides offers Portuguese cuisine.
What's the area around Alcides like?
Alcides is a short 9-minute drive from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) and 15 minutes' walk from Ponta Delgada Harbour.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast exceeded expectations with a good selection of food, variety, and quality. (26 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Breakfast was hot, lots of options with very friendly staff. Rooms are clean and very comfortable, however avoid rooms that face the street as these can be noisy at times.
Andrew
Andrew, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
Terrific location, good breakfast and nice service.
Raymond
Raymond, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
The staff was very helpful suggesting a wonderful fish restaurant and even helped us plan our itinerary for today.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2024
Excellent breakfast, helpful staff, great stay.
MIREK
MIREK, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 10, 2025
Good location
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2023
Very welcoming and helpful staff, good breakfast to start your day and fantastic location for walking the city.
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Exceptional European class hotel. Simple but everything you need for a restful night sleep after exploring all day. Hotel staff super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very nice with local food items. Would definitely stay here again.
Christopher
Christopher, 6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2025
great location, in the centre of everything, a lot of cafe and restaurants near by, but because of that if you are light sleeper and want a quiet hotel then this might not for you.
Stuffs are very friendly and helpful. overall it is a nice hotel
JIN
JIN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Amazing staff, from the breakfast staff to the dinner staff, clean rooms, as well as the receptionist. They are all very helpful and friendly! I am happy that tradition of excellent service remains at this Hotel! Love the location as well.
My 2nd time and we will continue to go back to the same hotel.
Lucia
Lucia, 13-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 1, 2025
Love location, very strong smell of damp in room. Staff were great and dinner was good
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2025
The hotel is beautiful and the location was perfect. The staff is warm, friendly and helpful. The breakfast was included and there were many options. There was a musty smell in our room which needs some attention. Other than that it was great.
Joli
Joli, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 6, 2025
Excellent location, excellent staff and good breakfast. Restaurant on site is excellent but popular so reserve ahead. Some sort of disco has opened next door, try to get a room away from that side or you will be hearing it until 2:30am even during the week. Too bad, this hotel is excellent except for what is out of their control.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Spacious rooms reasonably priced with great location in city core.
Some noise from bar next door 2 nights of 8 but muffled with closed windows. Included breakfast was predictable each day but was quite passable for a quick bite. Many restaurants within 5 minute walk including the dock.
Greg
Greg, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2023
Great location, everything was clean
Ideally located on pedestrian street, good sized room for a 2 star. The grab and go breakfast for early departures was great. They also booked my taxi for 4:45 am. Overall just a good deal.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
The room was tiny, most of it occupied by a king bed.
The ceiling in the washroom was wet and dripping.
On the positive side, the room was clean and the breakfast was very good! The hotel is very close to the City Gates square and the harbor.
AFAIK, there's no parking available at the hotel.
All in all, a good short stay at a reasonable cost in Ponta Delgada's downtown.
Shmuel
Shmuel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2025
The breakfast was good. They had a good selection of food- hot and cold.
The staff were friendly and welcoming.
My room was upgraded after the temperature could not be regulated.
Housecleaning staff were very thorough.
I liked the coffee pods giving a strong cup of coffee.
Jack
Jack, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2024
I recently stayed at Alcides Hotel and found it to be a charming choice for my visit, especially given its central location. The staff here were incredibly nice, making the experience all the more pleasant. A significant drawback, however, is the lack of on-site parking, and a rental car is a must to explore the area. Fortunately, there is free parking available about a ten-minute walk from the hotel.
The rooms are quite small, which is typical for older European hotels. While they provide the basic necessities and serve their purpose, the bed was extremely hard. I was thankful to have brought my own pillow. Despite being rated as a 2-star establishment, Alcides Hotel deserves a 3-star rating in my book. I’m giving it 4 stars, mainly because it offers excellent value for the price.
Chantel
Chantel, 14-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2023
Overall, the property was Good: breakfasts, the dinner we had, the rooms were all as expected; the interior decor is good: the dining room had a display cabinet with an old radio set I remember from when I was a kid!! The location is a short walk (downhill) to the City Gates, good for buses, shops and marina with its shops and restaurants.
Unfortunately, we were in a street facing room where, on Wednesday night, we were woken up by music and what must have been karaoke at about 0130 (Thursday). When we made a complaint to the front desk Thursday morning, they were sympathetic and moved us to another room without issue.
They said they had previous issues with noise, even to the extent of calling the police - who would seem powerless to act, as the licence for the venue (Outrolado, next door to the hotel) is for Wednesdays to Sundays, 1900 to 0200. This venue is the only one of its sort in the area: the licence seems at odds with the locale.
Once I find out to whom to moan at in PDL, I intend to write a letter of complaint. The hotel doesn't need it and I guess, neither do any locals who live nearby.
Steve
Steve, 11-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Staff, place
Frederic
Frederic, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Clean room and lovely staff
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2023
Perfect location, excellent breakfast, and very helpful staff!
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2022
Great location, friendly staff, tasty breakfast, clean and quiet room. Would definitely stay here again!
Karla D
Karla D, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2023
Great Place
The hotel is located in the city center and easy to find. The breakfast is great I loved the fresh squeezed orange juice!
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2023
Surprisingly quiet for its location. Quality sleep. Front desk was very helpful.
Jorge Luis
Jorge Luis, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2025
Location was great. Staff was great. Our room was facing the hotel restaurant, could not open the window otherwise smell of food along with the the flies and the noise would come in. The room was not cleaned properly. I think they forgot to vacuum the floors or they used a mop very quickly. It felt gross to me. Bed was not the best either. Price was reasonable.