Terra Nostra Garden Hotel
An iconic hotel in the Azores
The Terra Nostra Garden Hotel, in Furnas, has been showing the best of Azorean Hospitality since 1935 and, since then, becamean iconic hotel in the Azores Islands. The hotel is also recognized by the Garden’s thermal pool, an ex-libris of the Azores.
More than a hotel and a garden, it is a destination, an icon of São Miguel and the Azores, which provides unique and memorable experiences to those who visit us.














































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Located in the charming Furnas Valley, well known by its peaceful atmosphere and the famous thermal waters, the Terra Nostra Garden Hotel is nestled in one of the World’s best “Green Retreats,” as deemed by Condé Nast Traveler – the 18th century Terra Nostra Garden exudes a breathtaking atmosphere of exoticism in perfect harmony with nature.
At Terra Nostra Garden Hotel, the TN Wellness Place was designed to provide all visitors with a unique
Terra Nostra Garden Hotel offers a room in the Art Déco wing of hotel, three rooms for banquets and
Terra Nostra Garden
A garden in the Furnas Valley for over 200 years
A must see in the heart of São Miguel Island, inside of Furnas Valley, Terra Nostra Garden dates back to 1775, when American merchant Thomas Hickling fell in love with Furnas and decided to create the perfect relaxation haven which still seduces every visitor today.
The best Sushi I’ve ever eaten anywhere.
Really great service, friendly and efficient staff, very nice rooms and bathrooms. Hotel owns the Terra Nostra Park that it’s set in so free access 24 hours for guests. What stood out the most for me was the Sushi restaurant. The best Sushi I’ve ever eaten anywhere. Highly talented chef and great waiter.
I cannot say enough good things about this hotel.
I cannot say enough good things about this hotel. The gardens are simply amazing and having full access to the as a hotel guest as well as private access after public closing times was so fun. The hot bath springs are such a nice way to relax. The hotel itself is beautiful with spotless and well equipped rooms. The staff is very attentive and kind. The breakfast is really good as well. I could go on an on. This is my favorite hotel I've ever stayed at and it's really special.
Lovely hotel in sweet little town.
Lovely hotel in sweet little town. Hotel is very pretty, the gardens are beautiful, the pool and jacuzzi's relaxing, the bar and restaurant very good - and the rooms are clean, comfortable and so nice. Highly recommend. Don't miss drinks in the lounge - especially impressive. Breakfast buffet is wonderful. Concierge was helpful. Would absolutely return. Love it.
One of the best place I stayed!
It should have 5 stars. The staff is friendly, the food is amazing, the bar is cosy with good food and good cocktails, the park is beautiful, you have access to the gym, the pool and the hot springs! One of the best place I stayed!
Loved this place and will be back some day.
Loved this place and will be back some day. The gardens are like nothing I’ve ever seen. Well maintained and enchanting. Plants and trees are marked. The thermal baths were a relaxing way to end the day. The orchid gardens were a mystery however. It seems they were undergoing renovation. The restaurant at the hotel served excellent food and the service was exceptional.
Terra Nostra is one of the very best we have ever enjoyed.
We have travelled all over the world over many years and I can say that Terra Nostra is one of the very best we have ever enjoyed. Service, comfort, superb food, pools, and the unique and gorgeous garden, all great. Thank you for a wonderful five days that even the rain couldn't spoil.
We have stayed at this hotel 5 times and it never fails to deliver.
We have stayed at this hotel 5 times and it never fails to deliver. Love the updates to the lounge and the addition of a new sushi restaurant. The new changing pavilion is gorgeous
Espetacular, uma reserva de flores e plantas exóticas de vários países.
Espetacular, uma reserva de flores e plantas exóticas de vários países, piscina natural, atendimento impecável, pequeno almoço divinal. Quartos amplos, roupa de cama de primeira, para voltar outras vezes
Segunda visita a este hotel no meio do paraíso.
Segunda visita a este hotel no meio do paraíso. Simpatia e formação de todo o staff, quartos fantásticos, possibilidade de passeio no Parque Terra Nostra a qualquer hora e mergulhar na piscina natural, é uma experiência indescritível. Fica sempre a vontade de voltar. Primeiro vez pequeno almoço foi à carta, desta vez em regime buffet, ambos muito diferenciados e perfeitos. Refeições de excelente qualidade e cuidado. Apetece voltar uma e outra vez!
Worth the stay for the access to the gorgeous botanical garden and thermal pools 24/7
Worth the stay for the access to the gorgeous botanical garden and thermal pools 24/7. After a day of sight seeing and hiking, coming back to the thermal pools was amazing. The two nights we stayed the thermal pools were empty and felt like we had the place to ourselves.
We LOVE this hotel and always stay between the US and trips to Europe.
We LOVE this hotel and always stay between the US and trips to Europe. The staff (everyone from the door man to the reception, the waitress staff and housekeeping) is exceptionally friendly and goes out of their way to make sure your stay is amazing. The breakfast is the best in Portugal. The juice is fresh squeezed, the fruit is fresh with good presentation, there are many savory hot dishes and the pastries are plentiful. There is something for everyone. The rooms are clean and comfortable and we have stayed in both the older section of the hotel and the newer section and we like both.
The mineral pool is amazing and having the wonderful robes helps when you get out. The indoor facility with the pool, Turkish bath, sauna and massage is clean and well kept. The botanical gardens are out of this world and will take you awhile to walk through. Don’t miss these because they are exceptional. We love coming to Furnas and we have stayed in other hotels here but now we will only stay at this hotel. Don’t miss it, you will not be disappointed.
Experience of a lifetime at bargain price.
Experience of a lifetime at bargain price. Pure 5 star experience from the staff, to the rooms, insane breakfast (fresh passion fruits!!!), to the after hour excess to the garden and hot spring pool. You haven’t experienced life till you float in this amazing pool and look at the dazzling number of stars
Sustainability
Travelife GOLD Certification
The Bensaude Hotels is focused on sustainable development, promoting environmentally friendly activities and practices, in balance with social responsibility measures as well as contributing to the economy.
As such, and aware of the impact of its activities at a social, economic, and environmental levels, and in line with its objectives and strategies, the Bensaude Hotels is committed to subscribing to a certification of Sustainability in Tourism.
In September 2019, the Terra Nostra Garden Hotel obtained the Travelife GOLD Certification, as well as all other 7 Bensaude Hotels hotel units, positioning itself as a pioneer in the Azores with this international certification.