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The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites

2.0 star property

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom
Two people sitting at a table with a view of a cityscape and palm trees.
A dining area with a buffet table featuring various food items and a group of people seated at a table in the background.
A view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses and a palm tree.
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, wooden floor, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rua de Lisboa n.22, Ponta Delgada, 9500-216
  • Place, Portas da Cidade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Antonio Borges Garden
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponta Delgada City Gates
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a wooden headboard.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of palm trees, and a wooden floor.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ponta Delgada

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites places you in the centre of Ponta Delgada, within just a 15-minute stroll of Nossa Senhora da Esperanca Convent and Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Ponta Delgada hostel include Ponta Delgada City Gates and University of the Azores.
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What's nearby

  • Portas da Cidade - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santuário do Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Antonio Borges Garden - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ponta Delgada City Gates - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ponta Delgada Marina - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Tó - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Campo de São Francisco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cais da Sardinha - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Azorean Poke - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Varandas da Avenida - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites.

This Ponta Delgada hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Ponta Delgada hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - noon
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2777RRAL

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Holy Cow Hostel Suites
The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Ponta Delgada
The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

The closest beach to The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites is Praia do Populo (5.1 km).

Is The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites is a hit with families.

Does The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

No, The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites?

There is a golf course next to The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites.

The Holy Cow - Hostel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place! They were so helpful in suggesting places to visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was excellent.. the location is just perfect.. so close to everything without the noise and hassle.. breakfast was great… and staff are amazing… my room was just perfect for a solo traveler!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Love

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hospitality. Only problem was finding a place on the street close to hotel. But, free public parking is available within 10 minutes of walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a beautiful hostel. Everything was so clean, nicely decorated, and perfectly organized. There were such nice little touches all over the hostel. Breakfast was always lovely. Goncalo was a wonderful host who was always available for tips on what to do on the island. The hostel was just on the edge of the historic city center - very walkable - and it made for nice quiet nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
sehr nette Gastgeber
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bertrand

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

Excellent séjour

Séjour très agréable et excellent accueil. Proche du centre et pratique pour se garer, cet hotel a beaucoup de qualités. Si nous revenons à Ponta Delgada nous reviendrons à cet hotel !
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft ist sehr zentral, Parkmöglichkeiten gab es in der Nähe auch kostenfrei. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Zimmer sauber, groß und ruhig.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Da ich am nechsten Tag gleich weiter fliegen musste, bin ich nur eine nacht im Hostel geblieben. Ich kam an nach Mitternacht, ausserhalb der Oeffnungszeiten der Rezeption, dies war natuerlich kein Problem, denn ich erhielt einen Code fuer die Eingangs- und Zimmertuer. ich war sehr muede und hungrig von der Reise und auf dem Kuechentisch lagen Broetchen, Kekse und Obst fuer mich, worueber ich mich sehr freute. Auch wenn ich nur sehr kurz blieb, das Hostel ist sehr gemuetlich und liebevoll eingerichtet, es ist sehr sauber, der Besitzer ist sehr herzlich und man hat das Gefuehl Zuhause zu sein. Ich wuerde dieses Hostel auf jeden Fall wieder buchen falls ich einmal zurueckkomme.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

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

Angenehmer Aufenthalt, sehr freundliche Gastgeber

Die Gastgeber kontaktierten uns frühzeitig, um das Check-in zu organisieren. Wie vereinbart wurden wir um Mitternacht freundlich erwartet. Zimmer sauber und in gutem Zustand, etwas klein.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara

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

Un séjour au TOP !

Nous avons passé un super séjour ! Propreté impeccable, décoration simple et jolie, petit déjeuner délicieux :) Nos hôtes étaient très gentils et serviables. Gonzalo a la main sur le coeur, un rayon de soleil dès le matin. Il a toujours été là pour nous conseiller de superbe endroits lors de notre séjour.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Solène

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

Super endroit !

Super séjour à the Holy Cow ! Le lieu est top, bien décoré, pratiquement neuf. Les hôtes sont adorables, super accueillants, ils nous ont indiqué les endroits où aller dans Ponta Delgada, ils nous ont été d’une grande aide pour gérer un malheureux imprévu. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022