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The Lince Nordeste

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Sauna, steam room, massages
Reception
Exterior
Consider a stay at The Lince Nordeste and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at The Lince Essential Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site Portuguese cuisine restaurant, Clerigos, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nordeste, The Lince Nordeste is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. Farol da Ponta do Arnel and Nordeste Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pico da Vara and Salto da Farinha Waterfall.
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Rua dos Clérigos, 1, Sao Miguel, Nordeste, 9630-160

What's nearby

  • Farol da Ponta do Arnel - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nordeste Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Povoacao Beach - 22 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Caldeiras das Furnas - 30 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Terra Nostra Park - 32 min drive - 20.9 miles

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elias Snack Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nor Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Casa de Pasto O Cardoso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tronqueira - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esplanada Café Restaurante - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Lince Nordeste

Upscale eco-certified hotel in the mountains
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Lince Nordeste. Treat yourself to a massage at The Lince Essential Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site Portuguese cuisine restaurant, Clerigos, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lince Nordeste feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bathtubs and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clerigos

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 14 years of age.

We have included 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Lince Nordeste Country Nature Hotel
Lince Nature Hotel
Lince Nordeste Country Nature
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Lince Nordeste Country Nature
Lince Nature
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Nordeste The Lince Nordeste Country Nature Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Lince Nordeste have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Lince Nordeste pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lince Nordeste?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lince Nordeste?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lince Nordeste?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Lince Nordeste located?

Situated in the mountains, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Farol da Ponta do Arnel and Nordeste Lighthouse. Pico da Vara and Salto da Farinha Waterfall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Lince Nordeste Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, super friendly and helpful staff. We were very happy with our stay at the Lince.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. The ocean views are wonderful and the restaurant is extremely pleasant. The only thing to be aware of is that it is located on the other side of the island from the airport, although it is an easy drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Nice resort, clean and with a good service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hotel and everything about the area... great place to take some great photos and enjoy the beautiful area....
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tu Qiang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had a good stay at this property. The surrounding area is beautiful and this property is very quiet. We wished more food options as well as the operational air conditioning in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meeryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Amazing hotel and staff

Absolutely loved my stay! Renata at the front desk was so helpful and told me all the best local spots to see the best of Nordeste! The restaurant was amazing! All the staff there were so informative and happy! It had a Great buffet breakfast! Lunch and dinner was great! Very modern but nature inspired so I had a great visit! Pool was amazing! Sauna and Turkish bath also! Great views from the room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in the Nordeste area close to town with views overlooking the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were really looking forward to the sauna, however it was broken and out of service during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an awesome place. The view was breath taking. Only stayed a night, but, it was soo worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing and enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALPHONSUS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place we stayed on our trip and probably one of our favorite places of all time! The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and helped answer all questions we had. Our hotel room was so comfortable. Entire facility kept clean. We loved the pool area and spa services. And the food offered in their restaurant/dining area was always delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

jorgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were great and friendly. The room was big and very clean with all amenities. The gardens were so beautiful and well kept. The breakfast was excellent and service was great. Easy parking. The view is magical. On the downside we’re the outside pool and the spa. The outside pool tiles were very dirthy at the water level. The stairs on the deep end are lose and very unsafe. The spa was being used as and indoor pool by guests and they were NOT WEARING the required he’d caps that we were tolled had to be worn. I reported this to staff but did not see anything being done about it. So we and some other guests were made to buy caps to use in the spa but others were not. Also, families using the spa with children were using inflatable tubes as if it were a regular pool. The water was cold and not the posted temperature and 80% of the jets did not work. There did not appear to be proper supervision of the spa area. This was very disappointing as the cost of a stay there is expensive and should be properly maintained. I would think twice in staying there again as the outdoor pool and spa is one of the main attractions I consider.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and wonderful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. A gem in Nordeste and definitely worth a visit. Breakfast was good, swimming pool and sauna were a treat, and dinner at the hotel was great. A quiet, quaint town and we loved that. Close to beautiful views and awesome hiking trails. Convenient location to walk around town. Overall a 5 out of 5!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely gorgeous property with hospitable staff. The restaurant at the hotel is phenomenal and we ate there almost every night of our stay. The rooms are a nice size and the beds were super comfortable. I think every room has a spectacular view of the ocean. Only issue we experienced was thermostat in room...its centrally controlled by the hotel and our room was a little on the warm side.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Risel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very quiet neighbourhood. Beautiful view of the ocean. Very friendly staff. Good breakfast. Comfortable bed. It's a great place to relax and shut down from the world. Free parking was a bonus. Enjoyed a relaxing facial at the spa.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schlechter Service, keine Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe, Spa nicht wie beschrieben, Pool nur mit Bademütze…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottimo hotel per visitare la parte est di asan Miguel. Buono anche il ristorante interno. Prezzi delle camere molto alti
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilfried

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Aussicht, sehr freundliches Personal, tolle Lage, super Frühstück, prima Preis-Leistung-Verhältnis... wir kommen sehr gerne wieder
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henriette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veldig hyggelig og flott hotell! Det beste av de 5 vi bodde på på vårt besøk på øya! Overnattet en natt bare da det ligger i en område litt langt vekk fra de fleste serverdigheter på øya
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Magnifique point de chute

Difficile d'avoir une plus belle vue à partir de sa chambre d'hôtel! La chambre est grande, la salle de bain aussi et tout est bien pensé. Il y a un plus très joli balcon pour pouvoir assister au lever du soleil. La salle à manger est également orientée vers la mer. Le petit-déjeuner est varié et très bon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel besteht aus altem und neuem Teil. In der Hotelbeschreibung wurde der neue Teil fotografiert, unser Zimmer war im alten Teil. Somit wurden unsere Erwartungen nicht erfüllt. Zusätzlich war das Bett durchgelegen, die Sauna sowie einige Kleinigkeiten defekt. Sauberkeit war aber stets gegeben. Umgebung sehr schön, ruhig, aber wenig Möhlichkeiten Essen zu gehen und weite Wege zu Attraktionen und Flughafen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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