The picturesque municipality of Horta is located in the western part of Azores, Portugal. The port city is a popular meeting point for yachts and fishing groups. Parts of Horta date back to the late 1560s, as its historic castle used to defend the harbor hundreds of years ago. Today, some of Horta’s landmarks include Caldeira, a natural gem with interesting geologic formations, stunning panoramic views, and diverse wildlife and flora, but also the Porto Pim Beach. Read on to discover some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Horta, 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 February 03, 2024.
1. Two-bedroom apartment on a farm (from USD 54)
This two-bedroom apartment perfectly combines its modern interior with the countryside setting, as it sits on a farm in Horta City. Guests can enjoy the silence, spectacular views of the ocean, the Pico Mountain, and the city, as well as the company of the hosts’ two cats. Children can freely play in the garden, while adults can set the table, using the farm’s naturally grown fruit and vegetables. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, cable television, ironing facilities, a fully equipped kitchen, and a baby crib.
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great apartment with a fantastic view and absolutely wonderful hoststhe apartment is sunny plenty of room and with all the amenitiesthey have a well equipped kitchen and a nice patiothe space was very comfortable for our few days on faialCleanliness:
the place is very clean and modernthe apartment was well situated and extremely clean and comfortablethe place was beautiful an very cleanthe house is clean and big enough for our familythe apartment was clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stayHost:
great apartment and great hostsowners intilligenty interesting and open peoplethe hosts are very lovely and all facilities are availableour hosts were a pleasure to chat with and made our stay even more enjoyableher parents are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
just outside of town but within walking distance of all restaurants and places of interest within hortacomfortable and very close to center of hortaexcellent experience the location was great - 5 minute walk to ferry and center of hortayou can walk to the ferry and port and everything easilythe apartment is close to the city but very quiet and peaceful at night
2. Studio apartment with ocean views (from USD 42)
Here is a lovely studio apartment for two, surrounded by a lush garden, lots of tranquility, and epic views. The apartment rental is only 10 minutes away from the city center and comes fully equipped with kitchen appliances, linens, towels, free Wi-Fi, cable television, and private parking. Some of the nearby attractions include the Porto Pim Beach, the Marina, and Peter’s Café, well-known for its delicious chocolate cake.
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the space is cozy and comfortable and offers a terrific view of pico mountainvery nice room with all equipmentsCleanliness:
very clean & very comfortableisabels appartements are clean and fully equippedthe house is clean and furnished of everythinggreat value apartment clean and tidyit’s clean and there is everything you needHost:
very nice host nice apartmentisabel is a very nice hostisabel was a good hostisabel is simply the best host you could desireisabel is an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
nice little walking distance from the city centrevery nice apartment and great location :) 5/5it is within easy walking distance of downtown hortathis cute apartment is way up on the hill @10 to 15 minute walk from the centereverything is pretty close and you can get everything you need
3. Cozy loft for two with deck (from USD 79)
This 1937 fisherman’s house was rebuilt in 2013 and turned into a lovely loft for two. It can be booked for a minimum of three nights and comes with a queen-size bed, a sofa bed, television, free Wi-Fi, a laptop-friendly workspace, a washer, and a well-appointed kitchen. Guests can also enjoy their time outdoors or outside on the deck. Relaxing in the hammock, sipping a good cup of coffee, and admiring the mountain views are priceless. The famous Peter Café is only a minute away, so make sure you stop by and order their finger-licking chocolate cake.
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a cozy apartment with a stunning view i can definitely recommend itwe also really enjoyed the hammock and the breakfast room with an amazing viewCleanliness:
fantastic flat: full of charm and spotless we strongly recommend this placenice clean place close to pretty much all you need in hortaHost:
the hosts gi & josé are helpful and kindthe hosts and staff are very friendly and knowledgablejose and gi were so welcoming and provided us with helpful suggestions of activities and things to dojosé and gi are very friendly hostsjose and gisella were fantastic hosts for my two night stay in hortaRead more reviewsLocation:
is the perfect location in hortaan ideal place for two it was wonderful for our 29th anniversarygood restaurants and relaxing black sand beaches are in close proximityreally nice and cosy apartment close to the harbor of hortawhat a great hidden gem a serene location with a beautiful view
4. Bright house in the center of Horta (from USD 38)
This bright and cozy vacation rental for two is tastefully decorated. It comes with lots of maps and brochures of the island, games, a small fan, and a lovely patio. Smoking is not permitted inside the house, but guests are allowed to smoke on the patio. Other amenities include television, Wi-Fi, a washer, linens, towels, and basic toiletries.
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everything was very cleanthe house is very clean and tidythe apartment is bright clean and beautifully decoratedjust a super cozy clean and lovely decorated appartementthe house is smart and cleanHost:
you're a great host :)rita was a really friendly hostrita is a very welcoming hostrita is a fantastic host who is very quick to respond to questions and requestsrita was very helpful and super-quick to reply to any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
superb little house in a great locationit is a great location for getting around the apartment and very close to the ferryrita's place is in an excellent location central but quietwe had a wonderful time there the house is very near to the beach in a calm neighbourhoodrita's place is very bright clrean and extremely well located
5. Two-bedroom traditional cottage (from USD 77)
Right in the heart of Horta City, this traditional cottage manages to keep its relaxed, rural atmosphere. Indoors, there is free Wi-Fi, television, a traditional wood-burning stove, an open-space kitchen with a breakfast bar, modern appliances, and a wood-fired oven. Outside, guests will find a small, but a tranquil green garden with seating and dining space.
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adega do mirante is a neat and comfortable place with amazing view very cozythe feeling is light and airy and definitely comfortableCleanliness:
it is beautiful and sparkling clean spacevery quaint clean and tastefully decorated houseit has everything that is needed and is very cleanpatricia was very communicative and the house was cleanHost:
patricia was a nice hostpatricia is a friendly hostpatricia was very helpful in her answers to all our questionsvery nice and friendly hostpatricia is a fantastic host she was very kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very goodwe loved the beautiful location of the houseit's nice situated in a quiet part of hortai really loved the house and the quiet location but yet close to the harbourthe house is a cute little place with nice decor
6. Charming vacation rental near Porto Pim Beach (from USD 49)
This cozy vacation rental is perfect for two guests looking to find relaxation, peace, and quiet. Outdoors, there is free on-site parking, a small and comfortable deck with a sofa and a table for two. You can also enjoy an epic view of the Pico Mountain from the deck. Indoors, guests will find a well-appointed kitchen, a washer and dryer, television, free Wi-Fi, ironing facilities, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Guests should keep in mind that smoking is only allowed outside.
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we had everything we needed with a fully-equipped kitchen to make all our meals and felt very comfortablethe space is perfect full equiped and very comfortablenice small well equipped apartmentCleanliness:
everything was in clean conditionseverything was fine clean and like describedthe house is spacious and very cleanit is clean and there is everything you need : fridge washing machine kitchenit is a comfortable contemporary and clean placeHost:
the host was also very lovelyhosts treated us like their own familythe hosts were very friendly and professionalhost is just wonderful and amazingly helpful personhost was great and check-in on timeRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a few dayslocation is close to everything and great viewi found the location to be very peaceful and serenethe location accuracy of accommodations provided were perfectgreat accommodation nice location clean good host
7. Oceanfront house right on Porto Pim Beach (from USD 87)
This house has an amazing location, as it sits right on the Porto Pim Beach. Moreover, it has a spacious garden and an outdoor seating and dining area overlooking the beach and the water. There’s also a barbecue grill for evening cooking and plenty of space for kids to play and run around. Indoors there are two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed and ocean views, and the second one with two twin beds. The house also has a well-appointed kitchen and a full bathroom with a bathtub.
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some street noise in the living room and the extra bedroom though not too badCleanliness:
the house was very clean and well equippedthe house is very clean and you will find everything you needthe bed is a bit small but there is tons of space within the apartment and super cleanHost:
lovely place lovely host and lovely villagethe owners were very responsive and available if neededalso patricia the host couldn't have been more helpful and lovelyi would definitely recommend this house and the hosta must stay in horta patricia is a very friendly lady who helps with everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is the best partgreat location with horta just a stroll awaynice play to stay close to the beachthe location is incredible- brilliant sunsets over the beach but only a short walk into towngreat location with a fantastic terrace overlooking the porto pim bay
8. Family house with views over Horta Bay (from USD 71)
This spacious family house comes with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and can host up to 10 guests. Throughout the house, there are four double beds, a single bed, and a sofa bed. Some of the amenities available include free Wi-Fi, cable television, a washer, ironing facilities, a well-appointed kitchen, and free on-site and street parking. The large garden is quite spectacular, offering guests the opportunity to sit and relax on the sun loungers while admiring the fantastic ocean and harbor views.
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comfortable home with a fantastic viewthe beds were a bit hard but nothing terribleCleanliness:
it was roomy very clean and well equippedHost:
jorge and teresa are kind and responsive and perfect hostsvery responsive and helpful hostshighly recommended and warm regards to jorge (owner) and marco (care taker)jorge our host was very helpful with recommendations of what to do and where to eat in faialthe pictures are all very accurate and jorge was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
it is an excellent location in hortasuch a beautiful home and locationit was a great location for walking in to town for dinnerlovely and roomy house on a beautiful locationthe location in outstanding and our memories of over looking the harbour at horta will last forever
9. Colorful two-bedroom apartment
Recently-renovated, bright and colorful, this two-bedroom apartment rental is ideal for up to four guests, as it comes with a double bed, a single bed, a sofa bed, and a couch. Some of the amenities include Wi-Fi, television, linens, towels, basic toiletries, a washer, and ironing facilities. The rental is family friendly, so guests will also find lots of children’s books and toys. The apartment has a central location, so it is close to restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, and a hospital.
10. Private room with mountain views
This recently renovated room is ideal for couples or a small family with a child. The colorful interior consists of a living, dining, and kitchen area, a full bathroom, and a double bedroom. Some of the amenities available include television, Wi-Fi, linens, towels, basic toiletries, a washer, and ironing facilities. There is free street parking available too. Outside, there is a lush garden that guests can enjoy. It offers incredible views of the Pico Mountain and is full of colorful flowers.
Horta, Azores, Portugal
Horta, Portugal: a surreal place with epic views all around
As you can see, it’s quite hard to find a place in Horta where the views are not breathtaking. Whether it’s the Porto Pim Beach, the Pico Mountain, or the Horta Bay, this part of Portugal is home to some of Europe’s most beautiful landscape. If you’re ready to see it for yourself, make sure you first check out these great Airbnb vacation rentals in Horta, Portugal.
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