About Graciosa island

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Graciosa island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Graciosa island Best beaches

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Praia de Sao Mateus

Praia (Sao Mateus) 0.2 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 1 beach in the island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Graciosa island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of gray color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 1.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Graciosa island is less than 500 meters. 1 beach are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Graciosa island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Graciosa island's beaches

Praia de Sao Mateus
10 Solid Timber

This is a great spot with a beach café and a few other eateries in the area. The white sandy beach is excellent.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 22.9°C and water up to 23.6°C. The coldest month is March - air temperature drops to 15.7°C and water to 16.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Graciosa island? In total there are 1 beach and the most popular is Praia de Sao Mateus.