Santa Bárbara Eco-Beach Resort is located in Ribeira Grande, north coast of São Miguel Island. Featuring a privileged view of the mountains and the sea, the resort offers direct access to the beach, a beach bar, a swimming pool and a restaurant. The comfortable villas, carefully decorated and attentive to sustainable materials, have a mix of modern and exotic influences. All villas are air-conditioned and feature a full kitchenette, living room, balcony and a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. All the accommodations are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a safe and free WiFi. The Santa Barbara restaurant offers a menu of genuine flavors, achieved through the freshness of local and seasonal ingredients. The Areais beach club offers guests the opportunity of enjoying a drink while at the exclusive guests' area. At the resort, guests can enjoy experiences like hiking, whale watching, diving or fishing, to the adrenaline of using a surfboard for the first time - or simply contemplating the greens and blues that are unique. The hotel offers various options for guests wishing to take a relaxing break. It is possible to rent bicycles and cars and the area is popular for surfing and bodyboarding. The property is 1.2 mi from Ribeira Grande city center and 9.3 mi from João Paulo II Airport.