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Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Property grounds
Family Suite, Terrace, Ocean View | View from room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rua de Sao Joao 48, Ribeira Grande, Azores, 9600-095
  • Santa Bárbara Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Caldeira Velha
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Milicias Ocean Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Suite, Pool View

Traditional Suite, Pool View

Traditional Suite, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Traditional Suite, Mountain View, Garden Area

Traditional Suite, Mountain View, Garden Area

Traditional Suite, Mountain View, Garden Area

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Design Suite, Mountain View, Sea Facing

Design Suite, Mountain View, Sea Facing

Design Suite, Mountain View, Sea Facing

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Kitchenette, Pool View

Panoramic Suite, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Terrace, Ocean View

Family Suite, Terrace, Ocean View

Family Suite, Terrace, Ocean View

  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Ribeira Grande

Located in Ribeira Grande, Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Caldeira Velha and Santa Bárbara Beach. .This bed & breakfast is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Milicias Ocean Beach and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Nossa Senhora da Esperanca Convent.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Bárbara Beach - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Caldeira Velha - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Milicias Ocean Beach - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Ponta Delgada Harbour - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Ponta Delgada City Gates - 12 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante da Associação Agrícola de São Miguel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪TukáTulá Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Silva - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Lectus - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Gin Library - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Santa Bárbara Beach
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ribeira Grande bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

There are 4 hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day. A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge on Friday (reservations required).

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available on Friday for a fee; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 4 hot springs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 4 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 39 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Griddle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 40
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via airplane and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - noon
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.
  • Destination fee: EUR 6 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 40 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve sofa beds
Tax ID - 514266015
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number RAALN 475

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge Ribeira Grande
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Ribeira Grande
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Ribei
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge Ribeira Grande
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge Bed & breakfast
Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge Bed & breakfast Ribeira Grande

Quinta Minuvida Orchard Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, it was nice to chat with the other guests and the owner as well as the lovely Armindo and Angelica. Many thanks for your hospitality and for getting up earlier to make us breakfast before the usual hours.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a GREAT surprise. No regular Motel experience here. Like staying in your Grandma's House. Everyone staying has a place set for Breakfast. Great Conversation and trip discusions. Breakfast is all local sourced, really good! Yogurts.Jambs, Breads, Fruits, eggs. and coffee your way! I met all German people and had a great time. Did a local hike with the owner and some guests. This was a great start to a wonderfull trip!

10/10 Excellent

Becky/Chris, Manchester, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Homely, relaxed orchard stay

We had a lovely stay at Quinta Minuvida in the pool house. The place was comfortable, well equipped and peaceful. The place is surrounded by gorgeous plants and orchards (bananas, guavas, avocados etc). Chill by the pool, relax in a hammock, join a yoga class, pick some fruit in the orchard, star gaze with a glass of wine on the observatory, chill in the outdoor garden guest kitchen or play with Biscuit and Moo, the owner’s lovely dogs. Most importantly the place is a great base for exploring the island and everywhere on the island is a relatively short drive away. Quinta Minuvida has a car park with ample parking for guests and you an easily come or go as you please. Rimi and João (the owners) are lovely and very accommodating and Luis (member of staff) is super-friendly and a fountain of knowledge regarding the island, what to see and how to get the best out of your trip. Breakfast is straightforward but everything you need to start the day. Many of the items served at breakfast are local produce and fruit and preserves directly from the garden. We personally loved the vibe Rimi and João are creating: relaxed, eco friendly, sustainable, caring and peaceful. A great place to really step back from the rat race, change pace and relax. The place has a rustic yet homely vibe. If you’re after a plush, 5 star hotel vibe this place won’t be for you. For anyone liking the sound of re description above though, I’d definitely recommend. Becky & Chris
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with welcoming owners! You will have everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Josh, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome hotel with amazing owners

The place was amazing and the owners were so helpful. It feels like you are staying at a home not just another hotel. We will be back in the future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Thetford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super accueil et service exemplaire! Je recommande!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025