Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos
8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos is a scenic viewpoint in Azores with a measured darkness of 72/100 (≈ Bortle 3), 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 48% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 18/100. The moon is 94% lit and above the horizon 92% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 41%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 29% | 31/100 |
| February | 28% | 31/100 |
| March | 29% | 31/100 |
| April | 32% | 33/100 |
| May | 33% | 34/100 |
| June | 35% | 35/100 |
| July | 42% | 39/100 |
| August ★ | 48% | 42/100 |
| September | 41% | 38/100 |
| October | 31% | 32/100 |
| November | 29% | 31/100 |
| December | 29% | 31/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos: 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 Ponta dos Coelhos for each.
71/100sky darkness at this stay
69/100sky darkness at this stay
#3Pousada Forte Angra do Heroísmo
9.1Guests love it(849 reviews)
The Shipyard - Angra offers comfortable aparthotel-style rooms with kitchenettes, balconies, and modern amenities including a fitness center, free bicycles, and a terrace perfect for evening stargazing. Located within walking distance of Zona Balnear da Prainha Beach, this property provides an excellent base for exploring Angra do Heroísmo's historic attractions while enjoying convenient on-site parking and dining options.
- Sky darkness
- 60/100
- To the spot
- 9 km
More stays nearby
Check availability →Casa de Hóspedes Isaias
Darkness: 60/100 · 8.4 Very well rated (153 reviews) · 9.3 km from Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos · Angra Do Heroísmo
Check availability →Angra Marina Hotel & Spa 5*
Darkness: 60/100 · 9.6 Guests love it (12 reviews) · 9.3 km from Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos · Angra do Heroismo
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Aparthotel Atlântida Mar Hotel
Darkness: 60/100 · 9.3 km from Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos
Check availability →Hotel Cruzeiro
Darkness: 60/100 · 8.6 Very well rated (831 reviews) · 9.4 km from Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos · Angra do Heroismo
Check availability →A Ilha
Darkness: 60/100 · 7.7 Well rated (747 reviews) · 9.6 km from Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos
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Live prices around Angra do Heroismo
Angra do Heroismo is the closest base to Miradouro da Ponta dos Coelhos 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 da Terra Brava e Criação das Lagoas 12.9 km · Sky Score 35/100
- Monumento Natural do Algar do Carvão 13 km · Sky Score 35/100
- Monumento Natural das Furnas do Enxofre 14.2 km · Sky Score 35/100
- Reserva Natural do Biscoito da Ferraria e Pico Alto 15.3 km · Sky Score 36/100
- Reserva Natural da Serra de Santa Bárbara e dos Mistérios Negros 20.1 km · Sky Score 38/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).