Despite the rain, we enjoyed sitting in the thermal pools. Everyone was friendly, it felt safe to leave our things with the security guard. Clean and well-run. Only $2 euros entrance, plus another 2 to rent a towel.
A very enjoyable destination. The comments of recent reviewers are accurate-this is a well cared for resource with 2 hot pools (one deeper than the other) at the temperature of a warm bath. The price, 2 euros, is minimal. Towels can be hired for a further 2 euros. We spent a very happy 90 minutes or so soaking in the warm water and enjoying the experience of doing so in the outdoors, enjoying the lush vegetation of the valley in which the springs are set.
It is an amazing spa with well-known therapeutic properties, natural pools with iron rich hot water with an average temperature of 39°C. There are three pools with different temperatures and depth. Also there is a picturesque fiew from this place
I cannot imagine going to this island without a visit here, is was such a treat, we went there multiple times while on the island, and the price was very reasonable! Do not miss this place, its the best!!!
Beware, the tourist map is misleading as it indicates the Pools are adjacent to the main road (Estrada Regional 2-1). It isn't. Follow Rua da Igreja from the centre of Furnas (once you have mastered the crazy one way system) and then turn right when you see the sign post.Having got that out of my system(!) the pools are very nice. Good changing facilities. Don't rub your costumes against the orange sides to the pools as it is difficult to wash off. Nevertheless a great place to relax after an energetic day of walking. Recommended.
Admission is cheap, only a few Euros each, the staff is friendly and attentive and the baths are amazing. The place is beautiful and well maintained. The security is diligent about watching your stuff so you don't feel uncomfortable leaving it unattended while you're soaking. Towels are provided with the price of admission.
Poca Da Dona Beija must not be missed when visiting Furnas! The property has a number of pools to choose from, which allows you to select the just the right temperature and keeps the environment intimate and never over-crowded. Staff are friendly and grounds are not only clean but beautiful! The hot springs are open most of the day, but I would recommend visiting at night when you can unwind in the thermal waters while looking up at the stars from the lava rock pools below. For only 2 euros a guest can stay as long as they like, with access to a restroom, changing facilities, and small gift shop featuring local Azorean goods.
The best two euros spent all vacation! Not only was the bath relaxing and beautiful but it the bathroom were clean and the staff friendly. A must visit!!
The spa is very nice, water is warm, you can go to more pools and choose according to the temperature. The entrance fee is 2€ which is really cheap and adequate. Do not expect any posh area, the shower is cold but I recommend everyone this place as worth it.
Visiting the pools of Poca Da Dona Beija was the perfect way for me to unwind on vacation and really appreciate the natural beauty of Sao Miguel. Beyond the visceral pleasure of a hot soak in a natural geothermal pool, the tranquility of Poca Da Dona Beija's secluded island locale facilitated thoughts of peace and serenity...of enduring time, and the present moment. I've vacationed in Furnas twice now, and each time I've spent most nights soaking in the hot springs of Paradise Pools, head resting against ancient earthen stones as the water rushed over my body and I gazed upward toward the star-studded sky. For the price of a cup of coffee, I felt oneness with the earth and stars as my stresses became but memories.