Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira
8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira is a scenic viewpoint in Azores with a measured darkness of 76/100 (≈ Bortle 3), a genuinely dark sky where the Milky Way is a bright, structured band. The best month to come is typically August, when about 50% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 18/100. The moon is 98% lit and above the horizon 96% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 43%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 29% | 33/100 |
| February | 32% | 35/100 |
| March | 29% | 33/100 |
| April | 29% | 33/100 |
| May | 30% | 34/100 |
| June | 37% | 38/100 |
| July | 42% | 41/100 |
| August ★ | 50% | 46/100 |
| September | 43% | 41/100 |
| October | 33% | 35/100 |
| November | 32% | 34/100 |
| December | 30% | 33/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira: 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 Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira for each.
76/100sky darkness at this stay
Vizinha's Sunset Cottage (AL)
- Sky darkness
- 76/100
- To the spot
- 0 km
- Location
- Santo António de Nordestinho
#2Vila dos M's (AL)
8.7Very well rated(33 reviews)
Vila dos M's is a spacious holiday home in Portugal's Nordeste region, featuring a swimming pool with stunning views, a sun terrace, and a lush garden perfect for relaxation. The property offers comfortable accommodations with two bedrooms, a bathroom, and convenient amenities including a coffee shop, barbecue facilities, and a tour desk to help you explore nearby natural attractions.
- Sky darkness
- 75/100
- To the spot
- 0.8 km
- Location
- Santo António de Nordestinho
75/100sky darkness at this stay
Casa da Boa Vida (AL)
- Sky darkness
- 75/100
- To the spot
- 1 km
- Location
- Santo António de Nordestinho
More stays nearby
Check availability →Casa do Monte Alegre (AL)
Darkness: 75/100 · 8.9 Very well rated (157 reviews) · 1.2 km from Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira · Santo António de Nordestinho
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Quinta das Amoras - Casa do Forno (TER/CC)
Darkness: 75/100 · 1.2 km from Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira · Santo António de Nordestinho
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Quinta das Amoras - Bungalow dos Araçás (TER/CC)
Darkness: 75/100 · 1.2 km from Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira · Santo António de Nordestinho
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Quinta das Amoras - Bungalow do Pomar (TER/CC)
Darkness: 75/100 · 1.3 km from Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira · Santo António de Nordestinho
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Casa Mira Mar (AL)
Darkness: 74/100 · 1.4 km from Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira · Algarvia
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Live prices around Santo António de Nordestinho
Santo António de Nordestinho is the closest base to Miradouro da Borda da Ladeira 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
- Reserva Natural do Pico da Vara 6 km · Sky Score 38/100
- Miradouro da Pedra dos Estorninhos 7.1 km · Sky Score 35/100
- Miradouro da Ponta da Madrugada 9.6 km · Sky Score 38/100
- Miradouro do Pico dos Bodes 11.9 km · Sky Score 34/100
- Miradouro Tio Domingos 12.5 km · Sky Score 35/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).