Location

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.

Facilities

Guests have a choice of 6 suites, 30 apartments, 30 studios, 24 single rooms and 200 double rooms located in a 9-storey main building and a 3-storey auxiliary building. Multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Guests receive a welcome drink upon arrival. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (no extra charge) or in the car park (for a fee). Other services include a car hire service, medical assistance, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. A business centre with projector and a flip chart and pens is available. The congress service offers support with all aspects of event organisation. 2 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and central heating. Most units include a balcony with sea views, where guests can relax and linger a while. Separate bedrooms are available. There is also a minibar and a desk or, for an additional fee, a safe. For self-catering guests, there is a well-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, mini fridge, microwave and tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a flatscreen television with satellite channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 2 heated indoor and outdoor pools (no extra charge). Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub (for a fee). A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy on-site cycling/mountain biking. For a fee, paddle tennis is also available. A wide range of indoor sporting activities are also offered, for example table tennis, billiards, darts and callisthenics or, for a fee, a gym and pilates. There is a wellness area with a spa, a steam bath, a hammam and a beauty salon and, for an additional fee, a sauna and massage treatments. Activity coordinators organise an entertainment programme for adults and children.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a café and a bar. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests. Half board can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include a buffet and à la carte. Diet meals, gluten-free meals, vegetarian dishes and organic food can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and picnics are available. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. The drinks menu includes a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as international brands.

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