The Pousada da Horta - Forte de Santa Cruz is set in a 16th century fortress built over the Horta Bay and has been classified as a National Monument since 1947. it offers a magnificent view of Pico Island and the famous Marina and its yachts.
Local attractions in this area include the Horta and Scrimshaw Museum, Guia hill, Espalamaca Belvedere, Capelinhos Volcano and Museum and Caldeira do Cabeço Gordo
The Pousada de Horta has 26 double Rooms and 2 suites which are fully air conditioned and come equipped with cable television, a mini bar, internet access, a hairdryer, bathrobes, in room safe and telephone.
The pousada of Forte da Santa Cruz has its own swimming pool and nearby activities include cycle tours, horse riding, diving, fishing, whale and dolphin watching and country walks.
The speciality restaurant in the pousada offers fine regional cuisine including fried pork with pineapple, roast tuna, regional roast meat and passion fruit Pie.
