This well-known, hotel is located on a quiet bank. From here one is able to enjoy an especially magnificent view over Funchal, the mountains and the sea. The town centre is just 15 minutes away. There is a hotel shuttle bus service on offer. A link to the public transport network is to be found directly in front of the hotel. The sea is just 200 m away.
Renovated in 2003, this air-conditioned hotel comprises a total of 208 rooms spread over 8 floors of which 16 are suites. There is a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, a cafe, a currency exchange desk, a newspaper stand and a lift. A bar, a games room, a TV room, a conference room, a public Internet terminal and an air-conditioned a la carte restaurant (with highchairs for children) are also available for guests' use. Laundry and room services, medical assistance as well as a bicycle hire service are all offered. A car park and a garage round up the facilities on offer.
Hotel facilities and services include a conference room, a television lounge, games room, a snack bar/bistro next to the outdoor swimming pool and sun deck area, a childrens pool, an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, tennis court (surcharged), parking, billiards (surcharged), table tennis and a childrens playground.
There is also an extensive entertainment programme with a local group playing four times weekly, the folklore evening, dancing troop and magician all occupy a weekly slot. The Hotel has a courtesy bus taking guests to and from the heart of Funchal nine times daily at no extra cost.
Most rooms have balconies with excellent view over Funchal. Flowery bedspreads and curtains are a feature of these unpretentious rooms.
Friendly restaurant with panoramic views over the town offers a selection of Madeira, Portuguese and International cuisine.
The lobby is medium in size.
Rates shown are per room per night.
