São Jorge is one of the nine major islands in the Azores region of Portugal. It’s a charming island, full of adventures waiting for curious travelers. Locals call it Brown Island, a nickname it earned from its most known attraction – the fajãs. Fajãs are small plains along the island’s coast formed by landslides and lava flows. However, they aren’t the only ones worth seeing in São Jorge. This island features many attractions, such as Café Nunes, one of Europe’s rare coffee plantations, and famous hiking trails, including Caldeira do Santo Cristo. With São Jorge’s many tourist spots, fajãs, and local delicacies such as the São Jorge cheese, a vacation on this beautiful island will be unforgettable. For a place to call home, read on for the top Airbnb vacation rentals in São Jorge, Portugal.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Eclectic home with a loft (from USD 81)
Casa da Lagoa sits amid the beauty of an Azores nature reserve. This house is ideally located in Fajã da Caldeira, which has excellent conditions for fishing, surfing, and other water activities. It’s also not far from Velas, about 26 km (16.2 miles) of travel.
Featuring a terrace, garden, and shared lounge, Casa da Lagoa is a spacious property with unmatched tranquility. You can enjoy stunning views of the mountains and the water from the patio. This simple two-bedroom home will allow you to escape from hectic city life.
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great view nice house with all required facilitiesCleanliness:
the house was clean and spacious and had all the basic necessitiesHost:
rodrigo was a perfect hosthost rodrigo was incredibly helpfulher husband rodrigo was an excellent hostalso great hoststhey are great hosts they took care of all our comfort necessities and were readily helpful when neededRead more reviewsLocation:
we really recommend this locationhouse is great and in very nice locationthis place is very special especially given its locationthe faja is a beautiful and unique placewe really enjoyed the stay at marta's place
2. Homey rental with alfresco dining (from USD 54)
One of the best rental homes in São Jorge is Pérola de Lava, a one-bedroom accommodation in Fajã do Ouvidor. While it only has one bedroom, it can accommodate up to four people on one double bed and one sofa bed.
Friends can stay here for a quick São Jorge trip to enjoy the tranquil landscape between the hillside and the mid-North Atlantic sea. Featuring a rustic dining area and a modern kitchen, Pérola de Lava combines tradition and modern conveniences in one place. The alfresco dining area on the balcony boasts stunning views of the water.
This relaxing rental is 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) from São Jorge Airport.
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kitchen well equiped house super clean and with high quality furnishingHost:
check in was very quick and easy and sonia is a very friendly hostsonia went well beyond what we expected of a host and communication was quick and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazing faja ouvidor and the view from this house are incrediblewe strongly recommend this placeview is amazing quiet location apartment is just the right size and very clean
3. Holiday home with ocean views
Magnificent views of the Velas coast await at this vacation home in Fajã do Ouvidor. A two-bedroom rental for a group of four, Casa Da Eira Velha promises a relaxing time. Bask in its beautiful garden and enjoy the coastal scenery from the terrace overlooking the ocean.
If you’re in the mood for a barbecue, this holiday home has grilling equipment on top of its fully equipped kitchen and dining area. You and your friends can enjoy a meal while relishing the garden views on the patio.
A TV with standard cable and Wi-Fi is available for indoor entertainment. Guests with vehicles will have free private parking. For outdoor adventure, you can enjoy cycling, diving, fishing, and other activities around this area.
Velas, Azores, PortugalSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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4. Traditional basalt house with unimpeded views of Pico and Faial islands (from USD 55)
Have a tranquil vacation staying in Casa do Zé, a traditional basalt home. It features two one-bedroom apartments with independent entrances for privacy. Casa do Zé was recently renovated, complete with a pretty garden and barbecue facilities. It’s ideally located in a quiet area where virtually no cars pass by, so you can fully enjoy the surroundings.
The sea is only a 5-minute walk from this holiday apartment. Guests can also go for a quick fishing or diving experience or explore the beauty of the neighboring islands of Faial and Pico.
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a lovely apt with a sea view from the bedroomsome humid days a fan would be a great improvementa comfortable spacious place with a great view of pico (if there aren’t any clouds)comfortable place with beautiful views in a very quiet and peaceful locationbeautiful view to the ocean and to pico calm quiet place and really good apartmentCleanliness:
the space was clean and had everything we neededcasa do ze apartament azul was very clean well equipped and comfortableit is a clean and quiet place in general and with a great viewHost:
our hosts were very nice and easy to speak withthe hosts rita and jose are very kind and helpfulthe friendly mother of jose brought us tomatoes figues and bananasthe hosts were very kind and we could even eat fresh vegetables and fruits from their gardenit's a great place to stay at and the hosts are awesomeRead more reviewsLocation:
just below the house within walking distance was a protected sea swimming areathe location is excellent as a base for travelling all over the island
5. Award-winning stone cottage (from USD 54)
Under the category of Villages of Sea, this stone cottage on the North Coast of São Jorge earned an award as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. This beautiful two-bedroom vacation home overlooks the sea, and is ideal for a small group of friends or family. It can house four people, with one queen bed and one double bed.
The fully equipped kitchen and attached dining area provide guests an intimate space to enjoy hearty meals. There’s a cozy living area with a plush couch and a wall-mounted TV. A balcony and large outdoor area with a barbecue and wood-burning oven are also available, perfect when relaxing at home. It is accessible by car and has spaces for parking, making it easy to explore the northern São Jorge’s wonders.
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wow what a beautiful authentic unique comfortable quaint house with stunning viewsvery well equipped kitchen and amazing view from bedroom’s windowthe house is cozy serene and a paradise exactly as describedCleanliness:
the house is very clean and comfortable with many amenitiesHost:
luis and sara were the best airbnb hosts any of us had so fara very special place and a wonderful hostluis is a great hostour host gave us a very warm personal and kind reception at the houseluis was accommodating and helpful a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful stay in a beautiful locationreally special spot in a magical locationby what makes this place so special is sara and luisthe location is fantastic quiet unique in a great way and indeed a little bit of heavengood tips from luis to attractions hikes swimming places restaurants
6. Modern apartment with pool access (from USD 43)
This modern rental is only 5 kilometers (3 miles) from São Jorge Airport, an excellent option for a short visit to the island. It’s also ideally in Urzelina, one of the island’s most desirable destinations. This small apartment is near Portinho, a public swimming pool, and a campsite, ideal if you want to indulge in outdoor activities. It even has a balcony offering a great view of Pico Island. Your furry, four-legged friends are welcome here, too.
Cantinho do Mar is surrounded by supermarkets, bars, pharmacies, banks, and restaurants. You can find anything you need for a comfortable, convenient stay on São Jorge island.
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very clean flat with light and a comfortable bedthat we very appreciate the house was very clean and cozythe house had everything we needed and was modern cleanmaria's place had everything we needed for our stay and was really cleanmaria's and her brother's kindness welcome's you in a big clean flat in the center of urzelinaHost:
hosts were kindness and helpfulmaria is very friendly hostmaria is a great host and lovely ladyeverything was very fine maria is a great hostyou will also find there some useful information about island prepared by hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place on a central locationbeautiful little place that's close to the airport and right on the coastminimart close by has some stuff; but better to shop at the hiper in velasbeautiful fully equipped appartment in perfect location easy and quick access to any place on the islandvery sweet little home close to the beach
7. Comfortable home near hiking trails (from USD 92)
Surrounding this rental home is immaculate nature and astonishing sights. Located in one of São Jorge’s most stunning fajãs, it promises guests an Azorean experience they will never forget. This three-bedroom apartment is only a 5-minute walk from the sea. It is equipped with facilities, such as a well-appointed and Wi-Fi, ensuriing a comfortable stay.
Casa de Adega also features a spacious terrace with barbecue facilities for outdoor summer activities. Guests who like exploring nature will find this home one of the best places to stay as it’s within walking distance of natural pools and hiking trails.
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the natural pool of fajã do ouvidor is fantasticterrace with a sea view and walking distance to probably most beautiful natural pool in azoresvery comfortable and spacious place in fajã do ouvidorthe view is breathtaking at sunset and the natural swimming pool is incredible :)the space is large with very comfortable beds and a modern well equipped kitchen and bathCleanliness:
everything is new and cleanit's a modest place but clean and well keptthe house was super clean and cosy and we found a well equiped kitchenit worked very well it was very clean bed very comfy good bathroom and plenty of spacewe loved hanging out laundry to dry and looking out onto the oceanHost:
luisa is a very nice hostluisa was an excellent hostluisa is a great hostluisa is a very friendly and attentive host who lives next doorshe was quite helpful and worked hard to make sure we were comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
i loved the location of this placethe location and the house was excellentthe location is remote and beautiful and definitely off the beaten pathnice location and very personable hostthe place is pleasantly located in the fajã and is at walking distance from simão dias
8. Casa Tia Maricas (from USD 54)
Families or groups of friends can stay at this cozy home in Fajã of São João, the island’s most rural fajã. Casa Tia Maricas provides guests with a truly relaxing space, complete with lovely neighbors, the stunning sea, and sunset views.
This traditional two-bedroom home has a separate entrance and backyard for privacy. Parking on the premises and the street are both free, and you can also drop off your luggage at your convenience. Stay at Casa Tia Maricas and expect a warm welcome from a helpful host.
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kitchen well equipped and grill was greatyou'll need a car to arrive and there is no wifi but otherwise a perfect place to stayCleanliness:
carmina's place is scrupulously cleanthe house is perfectly clean and has everything what you need even a barbecue spacethe house has all you need is basic but very well taken care of and perfectly cleansuch a tiny little house so well located clean and tidyi’ve never met a warmer more helpful host and the accommodation was clean and comfortableHost:
carmina was very hospitable and friendlycarmino and family are extremely welcoming and kindhost was very nice accommodations were comfortable and met our needscarmina and family are very kind people and were always availablecarmina and her son natalino are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great house great hostess unique locationif you're looking for a cute little house in an idyllic location this definitely hits the marka beautiful original house in the most stunning locationit is authentic with a central position in the charming small village of fajas de sao joaoaccess to the sea is very close and much enjoyed by the kids
9. Stunning property with chic interiors (from USD 71)
Guests looking for more modern accommodation with a magnificent view can find what they’re looking for at Aldeia da Encosta. Located at the hang above Velas, this vacation home offers guests a stunning view of the Triangle Islands. This rental sits between São Jorge, Pico, and Faial, allowing guests to see the waterway connecting the sea and the islands.
Downhill from this holiday home is the center of Velas, only 5 minutes away. Guests will find restaurants, supermarkets, cafés, and other establishments to buy whatever they need. Staying at Aldeia da Encosta also keeps you close to natural swimming pools.
A private accommodation comprising three houses, each with two bedrooms and one bath, this expansive property is ideal for families on vacation.
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very nice apartment with an amazing view on the pico mountainthe natural pools are amazing can't wait till my next visitthe accommodation is clean fully equipped comfortable and has a spectacular view on picoCleanliness:
the accomodation was super clean and tidythe apartments are very clean and comfortableeverything was very clean and some fruit water and crackers were providedthe house was clean and we felt at homethe house is spacious perfectly clean and has everything you need for a comfortable stayHost:
the owner was very friendly and helpfullaldeia is a wonderful hosteverything was just lovely and the host was kind and extremely helpfulgisela was a perfect hostgisela was a very friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a special place that i hope to come back towe think it is the best place to stay in velas
10. Beachfront bungalow in central location (from USD 55)
This fully furnished bungalow near the Porto dos Terreiros beach area is a worthy option. Sitting in the heart of the island, guests can enjoy easy access to the beautiful beaches in the municipality of Vila da Calheta, 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) away. The property is 8 kilometers (5 miles) from São Jorge airport.
Surrounded by the majestic views of the Faial and Pico islands and one minute from the sea, guests will experience a lovely beach getaway. This accommodation may be small, but it can host four people and has a fully equipped kitchenette. Restaurants and markets are nearby, should you want to try the local fare.
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beautiful view spacious nice bathroom stocked kitchen and a tvvery comfortable sleeping arrangementsCleanliness:
everything is clean and the kitchen is perfectly equipedthe lodges are incredible extremely comfortable no noise clean and newHost:
diana and jorge were very good hostsdiana and jorge were great hosts and attentive to our requestsdiana was very kind and answered very fast to every messagethe hosts are super friendly they even gave us a fish they cought the same daydiana and jorge were incredibly hospitable always available and willing to help with anythingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal to visit the islandvery nice location simple and practical bungalow
Visit São Jorge for an adventure off the beaten path
The unique geography, lovely deep blue sea, multiple hiking trails, and the townspeople’s warm welcome make São Jorge an idyllic vacation destination. There are plenty of great Airbnb vacation rentals on our list above, so pick your favorite and enjoy a unique adventure in São Jorge, Portugal!
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