Featuring a garden and views of sea, Amateur Runners is a recently renovated homestay set in Água de Alto, 300 metres from Praia do Degredo. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The property offers soundproof units and is located 1.6 km from Praia da Pedreira. At the homestay, every unit has a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the homestay also provide guests with free WiFi. At the homestay, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the homestay can enjoy snorkelling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Praia do Corpo Santo is 1.8 km from Amateur Runners, while Fire Lagoon is 7.6 km away. The nearest airport is João Paulo II Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 single beds
or
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Água de Alto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexandra
    Germany Germany
    Very nice host Carlos who will provide a lot of informstion on the island A good start...
  • Anna
    Denmark Denmark
    Super nice host, we got some really good recommendations about what to see. The house is located more or less in the middle part of the southern coast which gives good access to the whole island. The area is really quite. The house is very clean.
  • Jan
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Great Location for exploring the whole island by car. House is fairly new. Room was clean. The host is very friendly and helpful but at the same time respecting your privacy. We had some great conversations and got to know the Azores from the...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Amateur Runners
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • Portuguese

House rules

Amateur Runners takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 00:30

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Amateur Runners in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 3532

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Amateur Runners

  • Amateur Runners offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Badminton equipment

  • The prices at Amateur Runners may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Amateur Runners. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Amateur Runners is 150 yards from the centre of Água de Alto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Amateur Runners is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.