Location

This hotel lies on a hillside in the centre of the resort just 200 m from the beach. Shops, bars and restaurants are all located in the hotel's vicinity (100 m away), links to the transport network are also just steps away (50m) and the popular lido swimming pool is just 400 m away. The nearest nightclub is easily reached within walking distance, around 1 km away, the centre is a short trip with the hotel bus, roughly 2 km away, and Funchal airport is a 30-minute drive away.

Facilities

The hotel has 148 double rooms, which are located on 11 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a drinks machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Extra comforts include a mini fridge. Other features include a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi. A hairdryer and a telephone are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The freshwater pool complex includes indoor and outdoor pools, which are in part heated, as well as a children's swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking, tennis and golf are available. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy water aerobics and aquafit. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, darts and aerobics. A spa, a sauna and massage treatments are available in the wellness area. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, live music and a dance club.

Meals

Dining facilities include a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Catering options include half board and full board. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests serve themseves at the buffet or choose their preferred fare from the menu (for lunch and dinner). Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options, picnics and snacks are available.

*=local charge