Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia
8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia is a protected area in Azores with a measured darkness of 62/100 (≈ Bortle 4), a good rural sky: the Milky Way is clearly visible, with some glow on the horizon toward nearby towns. The best month to come is typically August, when about 50% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 14/100. The moon is 98% lit and above the horizon 100% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 42%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28% | 27/100 |
| February | 28% | 27/100 |
| March | 28% | 26/100 |
| April | 32% | 28/100 |
| May | 33% | 29/100 |
| June | 35% | 30/100 |
| July | 46% | 35/100 |
| August ★ | 50% | 37/100 |
| September | 42% | 33/100 |
| October | 33% | 29/100 |
| November | 30% | 27/100 |
| December | 28% | 27/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia: sleep under a dark sky
We measured the night sky over each stay below, not just over the spot: the darkness score is computed at the hotel's own location, so you know what you'll see from the door. Sorted darkest sky first, with the distance to Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia for each.
64/100sky darkness at this stay
#2Porto Pim Azores Guest House
8.6Very well rated(135 reviews)
Porto Pim Azores Guest House offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views, a sun terrace, and lush garden perfect for stargazing away from town bustle. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies, while guests enjoy a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities.
- Sky darkness
- 62/100
- To the spot
- 0.6 km
- Location
- Horta (Angústias)
#3Monte da Guia - Alojamento Local
9.3Guests love it(614 reviews)
Monte da Guia is a beachfront guest house in Horta with direct access to the sea and stunning views, offering family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and balconies perfect for taking in the scenery. The property provides modern comforts including free WiFi, a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities, and daily housekeeping, making it an ideal base for stargazers seeking a peaceful coastal retreat.
- Sky darkness
- 62/100
- To the spot
- 0.6 km
- Location
- Horta (Angústias)
More stays nearby
Check availability →Casa do Genuíno
Darkness: 62/100 · 8.1 Very well rated (48 reviews) · 0.6 km from Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia · Horta (Angústias)
Check availability →Casa de Hóspedes Porto Pim
Darkness: 62/100 · 7.8 Well rated (30 reviews) · 0.7 km from Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia · Horta (Angústias)
Check availability →Bay Beach Cottage
Darkness: 62/100 · 8.1 Very well rated (41 reviews) · 0.7 km from Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia · Horta (Angústias)
Check availability →Hotel do Canal
Darkness: 62/100 · 8.5 Very well rated (542 reviews) · 0.8 km from Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia · Horta (Angústias)
Check availability →Casa Buonvento
Darkness: 62/100 · 9.6 Guests love it (359 reviews) · 0.9 km from Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia · Horta (Angústias)
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Live prices around Horta (Angústias)
Horta (Angústias) is the closest base to Área de Paisagem Protegida do Monte da Guia with rooms to book. The map shows everything available there right now, including the hotels, apartments and cabins we do not rate. Use the stays above when darkness decides, use the map when price or availability does.
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Nearby spots in Azores
- Miradouro da Ribeirinha 8.4 km · Sky Score 36/100
- Reserva Natural da Caldeira do Faial 10.4 km · Sky Score 40/100
- Monumento Natural da Gruta das Torres 10.7 km · Sky Score 38/100
- Reserva Natural do Morro de Castelo Branco 10.8 km · Sky Score 39/100
- Área de Paisagem Protegida da Cultura da Vinha - Zona Oeste 11.8 km · Sky Score 38/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).