Quinta Minuvida

We had a lovely stay, it was nice to chat with the other guests and the owner as well as the lovely Armindo and Angelica. Many thanks for your hospitality and for getting up earlier to make us breakfast before the usual hours.

This was a return visit to Minuvida for me, and I found this welcoming space even better than the last visit! The rooms are beautiful old-world charming, and the breakfast, all locally sourced, was terrific. As a vegan person I especially loved the local breads, fruits and Ana's amazing granola. The upgraded shared kitchen space was great for preparing meals when we ate in. Also, being centrally located on Sao Miguel makes getting for hikes very easy! Armindo was fantastic - welcoming, so very warm, and also a great source for recommendations. Rimi's yoga classes were inspiring, and Joao is always a steady, warm presence around the Quinta. Their commitment to the environment was also evident and another sign of caring.

I hosted a women's retreat at Minuvida with 6 participants who absolutely loved the experience. The accommodations were comfortable, the staff was warm and inviting, the food was healthy and delicious, and the Quinta itself was stunning. I'll definitely be hosting more retreats at Minuvida!

What a GREAT surprise. No regular Motel experience here. Like staying in your Grandma's House. Everyone staying has a place set for Breakfast. Great Conversation and trip discusions. Breakfast is all local sourced, really good! Yogurts.Jambs, Breads, Fruits, eggs. and coffee your way! I met all German people and had a great time. Did a local hike with the owner and some guests. This was a great start to a wonderfull trip!

Beautiful cosy place with friendly environment and sustainability at heart. Clear instructions for everything In English and Portuguese. Large beautiful garden with a common kitchen, yoga studio, hammock and a swimming pool. Two very calm dogs and few cats are roaming around. Loved it.

I can't say enough wonderful things about this place: the setting, staff, food, yoga and experience overall were all delightful, inspirational, heart-warming, soul-stirring and fun. From the morning cappuccinos to the farm-to-table feast (upon request), from the hikes to the exceptionally good, spiritual yoga, to being able to pick a salad fresh from the garden, my friends and I loved everything about this place. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms are great. It rains a lot here so expect a bit of mustiness and moisture.