Rua do Castanheiro 31, Sao Pedro, 9000-081 Funchal, Portugal
#10 of 84 hotels in Funchal
Guests' ChoiceBased on 302 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 May 2024
Fatma
United KingdomThey have some of the most gorgeous cosy rooms
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Dan
United KingdomThe staff were fantastic; extremely personable and attended to every detail. The facilities are great and the room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Nadia
MexicoThat the bed are two single beds just put together for couples
Everything but the bed
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Warren
CanadaThere really isn't anything negative about this place.
Everything! Staff were great and location was 30 seconds to the old town with a ton of restaurant options. All the staff from the front desk to Carlos and Jose in the bar were extremely friendly and great at their jobs! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Kathryn
United StatesNot much...we loved it! My only suggestion is that someone could clean the plexiglass beside the outdoor pool so that swimmers could better enjoy the view.
Loved the rooftop pool and hot tub, the sauna and steam rooms on the lower level, the fun furniture and decor throughout the common areas, the kind and helpful staff, the amazing breakfasts, and the location. In fact, we liked it so much that we forfeited a night at another hotel to return to Castanheiro for our final night in Funchal.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Steve
United KingdomBreakfast was missing options that weren't unhealthy fat types or the types of carbs that don’t trigger blood sugar, e.g. no fish, no avocado, limited nuts / seeds. Lots of fruit and “full English” options.
Breakfast was excellent, pool was small but pretty rooftop setting, staff were super helpful, lots of returning customers, room was quiet, Easter Sunday fine dining meal was super and great value.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Julie
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing
Amazing breakfast - there was nothing missing. Engaging staff, polite and ever so helpful. Hotel location is right in the centre of town. Hotel is clean and well decorated. Pools, sauna are all in really good conditions. Room was amazing with great views, bed was super comfy - could not have asked for me.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomIt was convenient to the town centre, clean, smart without being over the top. Lovely roof terrace with pool and jacuzzi. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomThere is nothing not to like about this hotel! From the moment we arrived and were offered a glass of madeira wine, we were hooked!
This hotel is exceptional in many ways - the location is great, the food is amazing and the staff couldn't be more welcoming and helpful - can't wait to go back! Our room was large with a seating area and a walk in shower. The rooftop area was fantastic with the infinity pool and drinks and snacks service from the bar - great views!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Sam
United KingdomA little understaffed on Tapas night, no one's fault but made it a bit disorganised. Food still great though
Great location, good little gym. Amazing rooftop bar and pool. Most of the staff were super friendly and helpful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Zuzana
SlovakiaWonderful hotel, an amazing pool with a view, and excellent staff. Our family was very happy to be there and enjoyed it. Will be definitely back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Stewart
United KingdomEverything
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Cheryl
United KingdomNothing
The staff were amazing; everyone so so helpful and welcoming Had an amazing spa treatment with luisa Reception team so friendly and organised Breakfast absolutely delicious and so fresh and wide choice Location perfect for walking around Funchal and for dinner locations
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Shaun
United KingdomNothing
Excellent location, great staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Sarika
United KingdomI liked everything!
Amazing breakfast, great location (close to everything), lovely outdoor pool with wonderful views of the capital, EXTREMELY comfy bed, wonderful service....
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Carol
United KingdomThe noise from the hotel machinery spoilt the quiet of the courtyard area.
The hotel is very well situated in the centre of Funchal. The rooftop infinity pool was lovely for swimming, with views of the town all around.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Moira
United KingdomIt was a long walk between the different buildings to our room .
Traditional and full of character
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Wendy
United KingdomLimited room service menu.
Location. Staff. Spa. Vibe.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Roger
United KingdomRoof terrace bar & pool closed for works during our stay which was a pity as other guests told us how fabulous this is when open.
Very smart hotel in central funchal location. Staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Very nice public spaces in which to relax. Great bar. Indoor pool and steam/sauna in basement. Good breakfast. Good value for money. We would definitely stay here again if returning to fFunchal
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Mark
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything that I didn’t like.
The breakfast is superb, lots of variety. Staff very attentive. Very clean.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Marie
SwitzerlandNothing in particular
We loved the spa and pools
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Dirck
NetherlandsNothing
Beautiful hotel in the center of Funchal, great staff, nice rooms, heated swimming pool on the roof is amazing!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Mindy
SingaporeRoom was on the dark side because of only one window. No parking
Staff was incredible - we didn't have breakfast because it was too crowded and went for a walk instead. When we returned, they remembered us and made an exception to let us eat late. The roof terrace and pool are absolutely stunning, the room and bathroom huge and well laid out
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Claudia
United KingdomEverything, the room was absolutely beautiful, nice and tidy the facilities were amazing, I really enjoyed spending that one to one time with my boyfriend enjoying the pool, the spa and sauna, especially the breakfast with the offer to buffet! There was a little bit for everyone!
Stayed in January 2024
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