Primeira Vista Retreat offers a collaborative investment opportunity for hospitality operators and vendors looking to establish an eco-retreat in the Azores. The project centres on a 7-suite experiential hotel with a central hotel reception and a future pipeline of 16 branded villas. With key approvals secured and early works underway in our 36-month build timeline, the foundation is in place for investors to partner with us for the retreat’s next stage of development.
São Miguel Island
A Boutique Hotel Opportunity
for Hotel Operators
Primeira Vista Retreat offers a collaborative investment opportunity for hospitality operators and vendors looking to establish an eco-retreat in the Azores. The project centres on a 7-suite experiential hotel with a central hotel reception and a future pipeline of 16 branded villas. With key approvals secured and early works underway in our 36-month build timeline, the foundation is in place for investors to partner with us for the retreat’s next stage of development.
Primeira Vista Retreat offers a collaborative investment opportunity for hospitality operators and vendors looking to establish an eco-retreat in the Azores. The project centres on a 7-suite experiential hotel with a central hotel reception and a future pipeline of 16 branded villas. With key approvals secured and early works underway in our 36-month build timeline, the foundation is in place for investors to partner with us for the retreat’s next stage of development.
Development
has commenced
Primeira Vista Retreat offers a collaborative investment opportunity for hospitality operators and vendors looking to establish an eco-retreat in the Azores. The project centres on a 7-suite experiential hotel with a central hotel reception and a future pipeline of 16 branded villas. With key approvals secured and early works underway in our 36-month build timeline, the foundation is in place for investors to partner with us for the retreat’s next stage of development.
Groundwork
100% complete
Planning approvals (PIP)
complete
Environmental approvals
complete
Tourism licences
secured
Average daily rate
€170 (anticipated)
Why Invest
e-applied for and secured until 2030.
an early milestone in our 36-month build timeline.
for operators to align with their brand or service model.
including shared ownership in the hotel, participation in the branded-residences pipeline, and a stake in both the landholding and the development entity.
offering a collaborative role in shaping and operating the retreat.
where small, experiential eco-retreats continue to outperform traditional hospitality segments due to the increasing demand for a nature driven experiences and authentic stays.
Guests arriving to Azores
1.22 million in Jan – Oct 2024
1.27 million in Jan – Oct 2025
Up by 4%
This growth reflects the Azores’ growing appeal to travellers seeking beautiful landscapes, space, authenticity, and wellness.
Overnight stays in Azores
4.05 mil in 2024
4.24 mil in 2025
Up by 4,9%
Rising overnight stays signal a shift toward slower, more immersive travel, with visitors choosing to spend longer on the islands – typically up to 3 days per island and up to 2 weeks exploring the Azores.
Average daily rate (€)
€139 in 2023
€158 in 2024
Up by 13,7%
Rising daily rates indicate a strengthening value perception across the Azores, driven by limited boutique accommodation supply and growing demand for high-quality, experience-led stays.
Azores Seasonal Occupancy and Average Daily Rate (€) in 2025
Tap into community operators
Primeira Vista Retreat has integrated the trades, specialties and local knowledge of the Santa Maria island community. This will create authentic experiences that Primeira Vista can tap into, with a variety of local operators and service providers, on its doorstep, including:
- Yoga Therapists
- Contract Catering & Chefs
- Taxi & Airport Transfers
- Food & Beverage Suppliers
- Sailing Charters & Fishing Charters
- Mountain Bike Guides
- Massage Therapists
São Miguel Island
Santa Maria
island map
- Trails
- Beautiful sightings
- Eat wisely
- Community connection
The island features a lush, wide-ranging terrain from Pico Alto’s mountainous West to Vila do Porto’s Eastern plains. Key attractions include São Lourenço beach, cultural festivals, historical landmarks, and natural explorations.
Santa Maria grand trail tour:
– 17.1km trail
– 21.5km trail
– 16.5km trail
– 23.5km trail
