Graciosa Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Graciosa airport is about 2-3 km west of Santa Cruz da Graciosa, the island's only true town, with the port, cafés and the Museu Etnográfico all within walking distance of the centre. There are no dedicated shuttles: you get there by taxi or the local bus in a few minutes. On an island of about 4,000 people there isn't really a choice to make: anyone not aiming for Santa Cruz ends up in isolated farmhouses, useful only for those with a rental car.

Santa Cruz da Graciosa

Nearby town · The airport is about 2-3 km west of Santa Cruz da Graciosa; you get there by taxi or local bus in a few minutes, with no dedicated shuttles.

Best for: The island's only true town, with the port, cafés and museum within walking distance.

Pros

Port, cafés and the Museu Etnográfico within walking distance of the centre
Small island (about 4,000 people): everything is close, including the Furnas do Enxofre

Cons

Few restaurants open in the evening out of season
Those who choose the countryside of Ribeirinha add about ten minutes by car from the centre and the airport

Recommended hotels in this area

Boa Nova Hostel: In a restored building on Largo da Calheta, in the heart of Santa Cruz; shared kitchen, bike rental and airport transfer on request.
Casa Lagar de Pedra: An old stone olive press with a wood-fired oven, in the parish of Guadalupe (Ribeirinha), about 10 minutes by car from Santa Cruz and 6 km from the airport; five suites and two kitchens, handy for families or groups.

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