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Whales Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star aparthotel near Batalha Golf Course

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM, sun loungers
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children) | Living area | LED TV
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Canada do Terreiro, São Vicente Ferreir, Ponta Delgada, 9545-520
  • Batalha Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Antonio Borges Garden
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Ponta Delgada City Gates
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children) | Living area | LED TV

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 1604 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children) | Extra beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (4 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 Adults + 2 Children) | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Ponta Delgada

Seaside stay .At this Ponta Delgada aparthotel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Batalha Golf Course and 9 miles (15 km) of Antonio Borges Garden. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Ponta Delgada City Gates and Vista do Rei Viewpoint.
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What's nearby

  • Batalha Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Antonio Borges Garden - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Ponta Delgada Harbour - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Ponta Delgada City Gates - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Lagoa das Sete Cidade - 31 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O Chocolatinho - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café Canto do Cais - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Botequim Açoriano - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Quinta dos Sabores - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Emigrante - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Whales Bay Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star aparthotel near Batalha Golf Course
Whales Bay Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a health club, and a steam room. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Whales Bay Hotel. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ponta Delgada aparthotel.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Whales Bay Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to lanais. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include double sofa beds. LED televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This Ponta Delgada aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Wet Zone has 1 treatment room. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, German, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Pool loungers
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Treatment room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free crib
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Champagne service

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Mobile key entry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Health club
  • Mini golf
  • Shopping
  • Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 15 units
  • 3 floors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 01 and close October 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the aparthotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Whales Bay Hotel Ponta Delgada
Whales Bay Ponta Delgada
Whales Bay Hotel Aparthotel
Whales Bay Hotel Ponta Delgada
Whales Bay Hotel Aparthotel Ponta Delgada

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whales Bay Hotel to the airport?

Whales Bay Hotel is 8.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whales Bay Hotel?

As of Jun 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whales Bay Hotel on Jun 29, 2025 start from $176.6, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Whales Bay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whales Bay Hotel.

How close is Whales Bay Hotel to the beach?

This aparthotel is 10.2 mi (20-min drive) from Praia do Populo and 8.1 mi (14-min drive) from Santa Bárbara Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Whales Bay Hotel offer free breakfast?

Whales Bay Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whales Bay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Whales Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Whales Bay Hotel?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Whales Bay Hotel have a pool?

Whales Bay Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM.

Does Whales Bay Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Wet Zone, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Whales Bay Hotel to downtown Ponta Delgada?

Whales Bay Hotel is 1 mi away from São Vicente Ferreira.

Whales Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and its amenities were great and everything was very clean. Parking was easy. All the staff were super friendly and communication was always quick and easy with them, before and during the stay. We had casually mentioned to one of them that we were on anniversary, and our last day they sent a gift basket for us as a surprise! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the penthouse room 301 and it was fantastic. It was modern, open, clean and bright with ample space. The view was fantastic. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. There are only a couple of walkable food options, but it was worth it. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. I was contacted the night before asking what time we would be checking in. It was agreed that we could check in after 1pm. When arrived at 3pm, the lady at reception said that the check in was from 4pm only. So we didn’t feel very welcome and it took ages to check us in as the lady wasn’t sure if our room was ready or not.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

madiha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the best stay we had in Portugal!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pool and nice apartment suite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Emanuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Great Grounds/Poor customer support

Though the hotel grounds and apartments were lovely and clean, we didn't feel comfortable or welcomed. At one point were accussed of sharing the hotel pool/hot tub with outside guests and it was not the case at all. Instead of being asked first if it was the ase, it was just assumed without looking at cameras or seeing it for themselves. For that reason we definitely won't use this hotel again. It left a bad taste for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana C

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property for families. An easy 20 minute drive from the airport, it’s located in a small village. Spacious, clean and modern apartments with a great pool. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family

What an amazing Hotel

From booking to check out the hotel staff were friendly and helpful with all questions. The hotel was clean and so many amazing things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELVIN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laurent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Appartements spacieux, calme. Joli parc, piscine à débordement. Mon mari a trouvé le matelas moyennement confortable, mais il a des problèmes de dos. Le réceptionniste prend le temps de répondre à toute nos questions
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rime

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful & affordable hotel, nice staff, very clean and calm environment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pep

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

vahap

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quite
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with a beautiful backdrop in a quiet local neighborhood. The hotel is gated, so it feels safe, and there is plenty of parking. The staff was wonferful - always willing to help any way they could, however the desk is not staffed 24/7, so getting a hold of someone wasnt always possible. The room was spacious and well stocked, however not the most updated/new (coffee maker leaked water, microwave door stuck, ice cune tray was broken, sliding glass door to patio was very hard to open). The property had a lovely view and a nice infinity-style pool, however the other "amenities" were minimal. The gym was very small and some of the machines did not work, there was not an on-site spa as mentioned, and the hot tub and sauna were not working at the time. The only "extra" that was really available was the steam room type area. Overall, the location, view, and staff were lovely (very quiet area without much around - but there is a mercado, gas station, and a couple small local restaurants; not walkable. Ocean views walkable from hotel). The room was certainly sufficient but could use a few upgrades and the amenities were definately lacking compared to what was advertised. All that being said, our experience at Whale's Bay was good and we would stay there again - decent value for the money.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Vernon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Not crowded like Ponta Delgada. Is in a residential area, with a 2 minute walk to the shoreline. Nice area to walk along shore, a small ocean bay with a swimming within a 10 minute walk. Stayed on the second floor, they advertise you dont have a ocean view, but ocean was viewable as well a shore line to the west. Very clean, modern and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vignesh Parakkalam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
People are nice
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vadym

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect stay

The stay at this gotelnwss great. It’s locatrd near the beach, view from an apparent was incredible. There are all kitchen amenities that you wull need.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely place

It was a welcome site after traveling and having the flight cancelled. It was so nice , clean, and comfortable. I wish I could have stayed longer. The night desk person was so VERY helpful. He deserves a raise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023