🇵🇹 Horta (Matriz), Portugal
Casa Mar do Triângulo
📍 17, Canada das Dutras, Horta (Matriz), 9900-148
Your stay — Casa Mar do Triângulo
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The Property — Casa Mar do Triângulo
Casa Mar do Triângulo sits on a quiet side street in Horta’s Matriz district, a converted 19th-century townhouse with cream-painted shutters and a narrow tiled lobby that smells faintly of floor polish and sea air. The three-star rating is honest: rooms are simple, clean, and compact, with solid wooden beds and a desk that doubles as a breakfast table. The USP is location — you’re a five-minute walk from the marina and the ferry terminal, and the harbour-view rooms catch the morning light over Pico. This suits a practical solo traveller or a couple who wants a base for island-hopping, not a resort.
Chronicles of Horta (Matriz)
Horta was founded in the 15th century as a strategic port for ships crossing the Atlantic, and it grew wealthy on whaling and the wine trade from Pico’s volcanic soils. The town’s grid of cobbled streets is lined with 16th-century mansions built by Flemish merchants, their basalt doorways and wrought-iron balconies still intact. The marina was rebuilt after the 1757 earthquake, and today it’s a mandatory stopover for transatlantic yachts — the pier walls are covered in decades of painted tributes from passing crews. Culturally, Horta stays proudly seafaring: the city’s identity is anchored in the Scrimshaw Museum, the weekly fish market, and the fact that most locals have a story about a storm at sea.
Best Time to Visit
Full Horta (Matriz) guide →Best months
June and September: warm (20–25°C), low rainfall, ferry schedules run regularly but crowds are thinner than August. July also works if you book early.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by the Festas do Senhor Bom Jesus (a week of parades and street food) and Portuguese school holidays. Hotels double their rates — expect to pay €120–150 for a standard double at Casa Mar do Triângulo. The marina fills with yachts, and queues for the Pico ferry stretch to 40 minutes.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: daytime temps hit 18–22°C, rooms drop to €55–75, and you’ll have the museum and cafés to yourself. October can bring a few rain showers, but the hydrangeas are still out.
Weather & packing
Horta weather shifts fast — a sunny morning can turn to mist within an hour. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a mid-layer fleece; leave the umbrella and heavy coat at home.
Live City Briefing — Horta (Matriz)
- The Horta-Pico ferry now runs year-round on a reduced winter schedule, but for July 2026 the summer timetable is confirmed — first crossing 07:30, last return 20:00. Book 24 hours ahead online to avoid queuing at the terminal.
- A new cycle path along the marginal connects the marina to the windmills at Espalamaca (2.5 km), finished in late 2025. Rental e-bikes are available at the tourist office on Rua Arriaga for €15/day.
- Casa Mar do Triângulo’s restaurant, O Cantinho, reopened in March 2026 after a kitchen refurb — now serves a daily grilled-fish board with local cheese for €18. Reservations recommended for dinner (they fill by 20:00).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Mar do Triângulo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd floor (first floor above ground level) facing the rear courtyard. These rooms avoid street noise from Canada das Dutras and tend to be quieter, with a bit more privacy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Canada das Dutras). They get direct traffic noise and have less privacy from passers-by. Also skip any room directly above the small entrance lobby or breakfast area, as morning sounds from the dining setup can travel.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floor (2nd or 3rd) facing the rear side of the building overlook a quieter residential area with some greenery. Front-facing rooms give a view of the narrow street and opposite houses, not scenic but okay for natural light.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest at this 3-storey hotel (no lift mentioned, so likely walk-up). The top floor (3rd) may have less foot traffic overhead but check for summer heat. Floor 2 is a solid bet.
🔊 Noise notes
Canada das Dutras is a local residential street but can have early morning traffic and delivery vans. The hotel is corner-adjacent so side street noise may filter in. No lift means stairs echo, especially at check-in/out times.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask about parking options at check-in—street parking is limited and paid, but the hotel may have a suggestion for a nearby free spot. 2) Request a top-floor rear room for the best balance of quiet and natural light; the climb is worth it for a good night's sleep.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Casa Mar do Triângulo
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 30 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up; no login or device limits
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers provided
Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €30, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception on check-in/check-out days
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or roll-in showers; narrow doorways in bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parque de Estacionamento da Matriz, a 3-minute walk, costing €1.50 per hour or €12 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, paid at check-in (exempt for children under 13)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €50 incidental hold per room on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ermida de Santa Bárbara (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Sant'anna (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Santo António (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museu da ALRAA — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Teatro Faialense — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Parque Infantil do Miradouro do Salto da Ribeira — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Farmácia Lecoq — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Ana M a Machado Soares — 861 m · ~11 min walk
Horta — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use a Multibanco ATM for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux in tourist areas and at the airport where fees and rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and Apple Pay work everywhere with a terminal.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service), leave small change for taxis, and €1-2 per day for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at any local café is about €0.65-€0.80.
A prato do dia (daily dish) with drink in a tasca runs about €8-€10.
A grilled fish or meat main with sides in a modest restaurant is around €10-€13.
Bifanas (pork sandwiches) or pregos (steak sandwiches) from snack-bars or market stalls cost €3-€5.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the main budget supermarket chains in this part of Horta.
Primark and C&A in the shopping centre near the marina offer affordable basics.
Walk the centro – it’s compact. The local bus from the airport to Horta town costs €1.85 one way; no day pass needed for such a walkable area.
Eat the prato do dia at lunch instead of dinner. Buy wine direct from the local Adega cooperative or supermarket. Carry a reusable water bottle – tap water is safe and free.
Good to know — Horta (Matriz)
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Emergency Contacts
Horta (Matriz)In Portugal, 112 is the sole European emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire services. For non-urgent police matters in Horta, contact the local PSP station at +351 292 292 200.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Horta (Matriz), book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Mar do Triângulo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Lecoq — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Horta Airport → Rua Serpa Pinto (Matriz stop)
💡 The bus drops you a 3-minute walk from Home 4 You. Download the 'Faial Bus' app for live times—Google Maps doesn't track it properly.
Home 4 You (Rua Serpa Pinto stop) → Feteira or Praia do Norte
💡 Buy a 'Bilhete Dia' for €4.50 if making two trips—saves cash. No Sunday service to most beaches; rent a scooter from Rent a Scooter Horta instead.
Horta Airport (HOR) → Home 4 You, Matriz
💡 Book through a local driver like Sr. Antonio (phone: 291 222 222) rather than Uber—runs half the price and he'll help with bags.
Home 4 You, Matriz → Anywhere on Faial Island
💡 For a day trip to Capelinhos volcano, negotiate a flat rate around €50 for 4 hours—worth it to skip the bus schedule.
About Horta (Matriz)
Wikipedia ↗
Matriz is a freguesia ("civil parish") in the municipality of Horta, in the Portuguese Azores, which is part of the urbanized core of the city of Horta. The population in 2011 was 2,562, in an area of 1.81 km². It is the smallest and most populous parish on the island. It contains the localities Mat...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
Request a room on the 2nd floor (first floor above ground level) facing the rear courtyard. These rooms avoid street noise from Canada das Dutras and tend to be quieter, with a bit more privacy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Canada das Dutras). They get direct traffic noise and have less privacy from passers-by. Also skip any room directly above the small entrance lobby or breakfast area, as morning sounds from the dining setup can travel.
Is Casa Mar do Triângulo noisy?
Canada das Dutras is a local residential street but can have early morning traffic and delivery vans. The hotel is corner-adjacent so side street noise may filter in. No lift means stairs echo, especially at check-in/out times.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
Rooms on the upper floor (2nd or 3rd) facing the rear side of the building overlook a quieter residential area with some greenery. Front-facing rooms give a view of the narrow street and opposite houses, not scenic but okay for natural light.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
1) If arriving by car, ask about parking options at check-in—street parking is limited and paid, but the hotel may have a suggestion for a nearby free spot. 2) Request a top-floor rear room for the best balance of quiet and natural light; the climb is worth it for a good night's sleep.
What time is check-in at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
Check-in at Casa Mar do Triângulo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Mar do Triângulo have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 30 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up; no login or device limits
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Mar do Triângulo?
€2 per person per night, paid at check-in (exempt for children under 13)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Mar do Triângulo?
A prato do dia (daily dish) with drink in a tasca runs about €8-€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Mar do Triângulo?
Walk the centro – it’s compact. The local bus from the airport to Horta town costs €1.85 one way; no day pass needed for such a walkable area.
When is the best time to visit Horta (Matriz)?
June and September: warm (20–25°C), low rainfall, ferry schedules run regularly but crowds are thinner than August. July also works if you book early.
Top Attractions in Horta (Matriz)
💡 The museum is upstairs. Order a gin and tonic downstairs first, then ask for the key at the bar. It's tiny — 15 minutes is enough.
💡 Go on Sunday morning — entry is always free, but less crowded then. Don't miss the small cloister garden out back.
💡 Bring your own picnic — there are benches near the pond. Best in spring when the hydrangeas are in bloom.
💡 Go just before sunset — the light on Pico's peak is dramatic. You can walk up in 20 minutes from the town centre, but the last 200 metres are steep.
💡 Entry is €2. If you just want the view, walk around the outside for free — the best angle is from the far end of the sandy beach.