A Natural Paradise

Amenities & Services

Enjoy the varied and stunning landscape of São Miguel. Walk across the green hills of the island or along coastal trails, skirted by flowering Hydrangea hedgerows. Discover volcanic lakes and relax at one of the pretty picnic points or on the black sandy beaches.

Solar de Lalém is near the sea, in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is a great launching pad to discover and explore this natural paradise.

  • Fishing harbour, natural swimming cove and a small beach - 700 m.
  • Praia dos Moinhos beach in Porto Formoso and Praia da Viola beach in Lomba da Maia - 7 km.
  • Europe’s only tea factories, Gorreana and Porto Formoso - 3 km.
  • 18-hole Golf Course Achada das Furnas - 8 km.
  • 27-hole Golf Course Batalha - 25 km.
  • Walking trails to Lagoa de São Brás (3 h) or to the Lava beaches
  • The hot springs and the volcanic lake of Furnas Valley - 12 km
  • Tobacco museum in Maia
  • Whale Watching tours and Dolphin swimming