Casa helena
Casa helena
Located in Portela in the Fogo region, Casa helena has a balcony. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house features family rooms. All units include private entrance. Guests can relax in the on-site bar, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests can also relax in the garden. Sao Filipe Airport is 40 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Eveline
Netherlands“Perfect location for hiking the vulcano. Cicilio and Helena are very friendly people. The food was also amazing.” 
Elise
Belgium“The location in the old crater and near the highest volcano is impressive. We stayed 6 days at casa Helena with our 18 months old child and had a great stay. Sicilio and his family are super friendly, they cook delicious food and breakfast. They...”
Tânia
Portugal“We were very well received by our hosts. They don't have electrical power, so they use solar panels to provide their guests with electricity and warm water, because of this we felt very lucky and welcome there, since they don't even have a fridge,...”- Tiago
Ireland“Very near to the volcano and the start of the hiking trail, amazing view. Great hosts, the food is amazing. We had breakfast and dinner there. The room is very clean and tidy. The village is very quiet and safe. Amazing for a walk.” 
גיל
Israel“Amazing place in the middle of the caldera. Cecilio the owner was very helpful with information about hiking and cooked great home made food every evening, next to great local wine. A month after the trip, I appreciate a lot of these things in...”
Df17 Netherlands“Wonderful stay in a lava stone funco (traditional house). The room and facilities are simple but offer everything you need. The host Cesario was very welcoming and his wife Helena a wonderful cook. As there are not many facilities (restaurants,...”
Ben
Germany“Amazing, simple lodging right in the caldera. Comfy, very good breakfast and dinner, surprisingly good Wifi, and quiet. I had a really nice stay.”- Larkin
Switzerland“Cannot say enough great things about our stay. Wonderful, friendly host family. Delicious dinner at a fair price. Breakfast is perfect before hiking. The stars are amazing at night and sleeping in the quiet of the caldera is a unique experience....” 
Maria
Spain“Very cozy with great views. Helena and Cecilio are very nice and helpful. They helped us to organise our trip and gave us tips to move around. Dinner was great.”
Richard Netherlands“Very enjoyable stay with Helena (for the dinner/breakfast, even the 5:30 breakfast) and Cecilio, who helped me a lot with all my questions: arranged a guide (to share) for the Pico, organized my stay in Mosteiros, did reserve the aluguer from Sao...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurante #1
No additional info available
Facilities of Casa helenaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath
View
- View
Outdoors
- Balcony
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Live music/performanceOff-site
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Evening entertainment
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Packed lunches
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Room service
Safety & security
- 24-hour security
General
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private entrance
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Portuguese
House rulesCasa helena takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
FAQs about Casa helena
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Room options at Casa helena include:
- Double
- Triple
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The prices at Casa helena may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Casa helena offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Evening entertainment
- Walking tours
- Live music/performance
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Casa helena is 450 yards from the centre of Portela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Casa helena has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurante #1
