Location

This hotel enjoys a spectacular location in Funchal Bay, directly beside the Atlantic Ocean. A supermarket, diverse shops, a bar and restaurants are to be found close to the hotel and the sea is also just a few minutes walk away. The city centre lies1 km away and there is a stop for the public transport service is approximately 50 m from the hotel.

Facilities

174 suites are located on 10 storeys and can be reached by 6 lifts. The multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The apartment hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area. 2 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.

Rooms

Rooms feature a living area, a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning ensures comfortable temperatures. Most units have a sea view. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a sofa bed. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. The kitchenette comes with a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a stereo system, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The pool complex, which includes 3 heated saltwater and freshwater pools and a children's area, ensures great swimming. In warm weather, a dip in the outdoor pool is always worth it, while the indoor pool is the perfect place to spend a grey day. 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. A variety of activities are available at the apartment hotel, for example crazy golf and fishing or, for a fee, tennis and golf. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon, massage treatments, hydrotherapy treatments and anti-ageing treatments. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and a casino.

Meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. At breakfast and dinner, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Diet meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

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