The breakfast buffet was fresh, flavorful, varied and unlimited. It is hard to believe it was included in our daily room rate. Most of the food served at the restaurant is locally sourced and it is delicious! The staff was absolutely professional and helpful. We were worried there would be trouble communicating because we don't speak Portuguese, but they all spoke English (AASL). Our room was spacious and had a private balcony. The bed was amazingly comfortable. Best sleep I've had in years. The hotel is very clean and the rooftop pool offers incredible views of Ponta Delgada and beyond. Also very well located for walking around the city.

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The location is perfect. The staff from front desk, to restaurant, to cleaning were always friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was the best we've had at a hotel, everything was fresh and an excellent variety to choose from, it also had different options day to day. The dining menu was very good and the chef cooks some of the best food we had on the island. Will highly recommend this hotel.

We had to leave.....😥

Really enjoyed our stay here, exceeded expectations for the price. The Location is excellent right in the heart of PD and close to everything. The staff at front desk were great. The breakfast was good especially the breakfast waffles. Lunnch and dinner were good too. It is a quiet hotel, can't hear the neighbours and it is very clean. Recommend.

TV position in the room was awkward but got used to it, breakfast was good but breakfast options not consistent ie some mornings no sausages, bathroom was nice and spacious but a little dated. Nitpicking, small things.

Just the overall vibe of the place. Really spacious!!

Gym could use an upgrading

We thought the location was very central. The room is very clean. The rooftop pool is a nice option to have, but it was a little chilly since we went the beginning of November. Still nice to lay out. The staff was always very helpful and friendly. They accommodated an early check in and late check out which we very much appreciated! Overall we would definitely recommend this hotel and speak very highly of our experience.

The breakfast was good enough, but nothing exceptional. The coffee was very weak, but not so important.

Very nice hotel in the city center of Ponta Delgada, close to everything - port, restaurants, shops. The hotel has a roof swimming pool, gym, and 2 terraces with a lovely view of the city. The hotel even provided towels for the swimming pool. When booking, I asked for a room with a balcony and was very pleased the staff took it into consideration. In fact, the room exceeded our expectations - not the balcony, but the size of the apartment - it was a suite with a big living room and big bedroom, comfortable large beds having huge TVs for a hotel in each room, a good sized bathroom with 2 sinks, kettle, and refrigerator, as well. Everything was perfect for us!

Cleaning of the balcony - found cigarette ends. The swimming pool is small, with a bit too much chlorine. All this didn't matter much, as we had a very nice staying in Talisman Hotel! Definitely recommend it!

Thought the location was great, breakfast was very good , staff very friendly

The only negative thing was our Europe adapter did not work in your outlet , the second one worked but not for straightener . When asked at the desk if they had one I could borrow they didn’t. The second night the guy on at the desk told us about a place just around the corner of the hotel thst we could buy on and he charged our phone , he was a sweetheart. We were so thank you. It’s very frustrating when you can’t charge your iPhone as we needed thst yo get around the island. We bought the adapter for 4.50 euros , so why could you not have a few on hand to purchase if for some reason there’s didn’t work. That night desk guy went beyond and we were so so grateful. He was on the evening shift Monday sept 18. Left at midnight. He was a life saver.

Great hotel in a fabulous location. Front desk staff was extremely helpful and welcoming (helped with rental car, tours, suggestions on things to do, etc.). The included breakfast was amazing (7:30-10am; fruit juice, cappuccino, eggs, bacon, fruit, waffles, bread). A bit too cold when I was there to use the rooftop pool, but it was nice and clean. Rooftop gym was in good working order and not crowded. Easy walking distance to the oceanfront, gardens, and many restaurants. Left a birthday surprise in my room which was unexpected and so sweet. Really great value for the money. Would highly recommend.

We were in a suite which was really spacious. Spa bath and large shower, large wardrobes , safe and kettle. Breakfast was lovely.

Just 4 tea bags and no coffee or milk in the room. There is a problem with drug users in the park in front of the hotel. They can be noisy at night. This is not the hotels fault and there is nothing they can do. There is a problem with drug users and homeless people in the city.

Talisman Hotel location is in easy walking distance to the waterfront and to Park Atlantico (Mall for iPhone Service.) The view from room 314 is dreamy; over the blooming garden in the park below to the clock tower and tile roofs to the green hill beyond. Balcony. The full moon was a bonus! Very clean. Bedding and towels are fresh and new. Daily unobtrusive communication with housekeeping. Table for two in the room is nice to have. Reception was so accommodating regarding my early arrival from Boston, making reservations for day trips and calling a cab to the airport. I'll be back:)

While February isn't the time for rooftop pool use, it was perfect for an afternoon of sunbathing. However, the deck area nearest the pool needs some attention in reinforcing the floor.