A pousada located in a 17th century fortress right on Horta Bay
The Pousada Forte Horta is located in the city of Horta on Faial Island, in the Azores.
Panoramic and cosy
It was built on the edge of the Bay of Horta and classified, in 1947, as a National Monument. It is eight minutes walking from the beach with breathtaking views over the island of Pico and the Marina.
The 16th-century fort, which has a turbulent history including the arrival of the powerful Spanish Armada and, later, the British Navy, was subsequently occupied and pillaged until the restoration of Portuguese independence. From then until the middle of the 20th century, it served to house soldiers and was later classified as a National Monument and transformed into a Pousada.
During your stay, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and have fun in the games room. For your meals, the Pousada has a restaurant and a bar.
All rooms are equipped with an LCD television and free Wi-Fi, and most have a balcony with a sea view.
There are countless activities to do in the Azores such as: boat trips, horse riding or cycling, bird or whale watching, or discovering streams and lagoons, among other things. For assistance, see our reception, which is available 24 hours a day.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Parking
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24h reception
- Laundry (payable)
All we have to offer
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Outdoor Swimming PoolOutdoor Swimming Pool
Enjoy our swimming pool surrounded by the fortress walls and with wonderful views of Pico island.
This is the right place to relax and sunbathe.
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Meetings and EventsMeetings and Events
The Fort of Santa Cruz is an iconic location, ideal for saving precious moments and keeping any problem far away from its walls. You can enjoy excellent terraces and lawns to offer a cocktail party or a reception.
Birthday parties, wedding receptions, weddings and much more can be had here on a privileged, symbolic and mystical stage: the force of life in the middle of the ocean.
Whatever your event, here it will be even more memorable.
Meeting RoomsArea: 484.38 (sq ft)Maximum capacity: 50 people
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RestaurantsRestaurants
From the inside a sixteenth century fort the restaurant offers its visitors unique and special experiences with the combination of a kitchen of excellence and a personalised service.
The welcoming environment of the restaurant will awaken all your senses.
Lunches: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinners: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Meetings and Events
- Restaurants
Enjoy our swimming pool surrounded by the fortress walls and with wonderful views of Pico island.
This is the right place to relax and sunbathe.
The Fort of Santa Cruz is an iconic location, ideal for saving precious moments and keeping any problem far away from its walls. You can enjoy excellent terraces and lawns to offer a cocktail party or a reception.
Birthday parties, wedding receptions, weddings and much more can be had here on a privileged, symbolic and mystical stage: the force of life in the middle of the ocean.
Whatever your event, here it will be even more memorable.
From the inside a sixteenth century fort the restaurant offers its visitors unique and special experiences with the combination of a kitchen of excellence and a personalised service.
The welcoming environment of the restaurant will awaken all your senses.
Lunches: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinners: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
At Sal & Pico, you can gain a unique insight into the island's regional gastronomy. Here, the sea and the land come together at your table, accompanied by the best wines from various Portuguese regions.
It's worth sampling the menu's suggestions, which include crispy vegetables with Azorean cheese, the typical Faial-style meat sauce, the unmissable Terceira rump or an unusual Azorean pineapple carpaccio.
With an incredible view outside the fort, all your meals are sure to be unforgettable.
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Lunch: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Capacity for 38 people
- recepcao.stacruz@pousadas.pt
Our offers for you
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Bike Friendly PousadasBike Friendly PousadasStaying in one of the Pousadas de Portugal is an unforgettable experience. Enjoy a unique stay in historic buildings and discover the country's most emblematic sites on your bike.
Conditions of this offer:
- Offer subject to availability.
- The price shown per night is for reference only and may vary depending on availability, room type and the time of year selected.
This offer includes:
- Cycle routes
- Secure outdoor parking
- Bike washing
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
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Summer OfferSummer OfferSome summers are gone in a flash, while others are eternal.
At Pestana, each moment captures the essence of the warm days you wish would never end: the scent of the sea, the joyous laughter of family, the leisurely afternoons when time stands still.
The time spent at your hotel or pousada turns into long-lasting memories that make you want to go back. At Pestana, summer lasts forever.
Conditions of this offer:
- Offer subject to availability
- The price shown per night is for reference only and may vary depending on availability, room type and the time of year selected.
- There may be days within the period in question when the promotion in question does not apply.Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
- Bike Friendly Pousadas
- Summer Offer
Conditions of this offer:
- Offer subject to availability.
- The price shown per night is for reference only and may vary depending on availability, room type and the time of year selected.
This offer includes:
- Cycle routes
- Secure outdoor parking
- Bike washing
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
At Pestana, each moment captures the essence of the warm days you wish would never end: the scent of the sea, the joyous laughter of family, the leisurely afternoons when time stands still.
The time spent at your hotel or pousada turns into long-lasting memories that make you want to go back. At Pestana, summer lasts forever.
Conditions of this offer:
- Offer subject to availability
- The price shown per night is for reference only and may vary depending on availability, room type and the time of year selected.
- There may be days within the period in question when the promotion in question does not apply.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
Awards & Certifications
What our clients are saying
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See above....Positive: Well, I’m back tonight for another stay. So that probably should say at all.US • Booking.com • 11-05-2025
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Nice experience. Highly recommend...Positive: Great location!! Everyone was so nice!.US • Booking.com • 13-09-2024
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The views were stunning especially...Positive: The views were stunning especially from our room with sea view. I liked the location, my family was fishing everyday and I loved seeing the boats...US • Booking.com • 11-09-2024
- Outdoor Pool
- Sealife Watching
- Horse Rides
- Bike Rides
- Fishing
With Pestana Guest Club you can enjoy the following advantages and many others:
- From 10% discount on the value of stay
- 10% discount on restaurants and bars