Title: Villa Alto Boutique Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Mountain retreat with an inviting outdoor pool and peaceful gardens where travelers can unwind after exploring the surrounding natural beauty ## Photo gallery for Villa Alto Boutique Hotel ![View from property - Villa Alto Boutique Hotel (Ponta do Sol)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/f153b345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Villa Alto Boutique Hotel (Ponta do Sol)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/c34570a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Villa Alto Boutique Hotel (Ponta do Sol)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/81583d90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic area - Villa Alto Boutique Hotel (Ponta do Sol)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/6e4d9c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Villa Alto Boutique Hotel (Ponta do Sol)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/3db02ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Villa Alto Boutique Hotel in the mountains offers a peaceful getaway with continental breakfast and a manager's reception. Enjoy the outdoor pool, sauna, garden, free WiFi, and coffee shop. Helpful staff assists with tours and tickets. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 23 - Jan. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 24 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2691759&PinnedHotelID=2691759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/1b923499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Bidet Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Pool View ![Standard Double Room, Pool View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/b5958e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Pool View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691759/7078fff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Separate bedroom Sofa bed - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds - Ocean view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Ponta do Sol travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ponta-Do-Sol.dx602987) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.70055%2C-17.10275&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BDVsTXrROaGIXfsk4WjIWFrJH-U=) Lombo De São João, Ponta do Sol, 9360-223 ### What's nearby - ![Ponta Do Sol Beach which includes a pebble beach, tropical scenes and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6267526/019e5df8-72f8-46d3-8129-29e528b8d4b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ponta Do Sol Beach 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Cascata dos Anjos 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Beachside Square 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Church of Our Lady of Light 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Ethnographic Museum of Madeira 9 min drive \- 6.5 km ### Getting around - Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Tabūu 10 min drive - Sol Poente 7 min drive - Cafe Xavier 9 min drive - Bar Sra Maria 10 min drive - Taberna da Madalena 10 min drive ## About this property ### Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Hotel in the mountains At Villa Alto Boutique Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and multilingual staff - Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like desk chairs and safes. 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Library - Outdoor pool - Sauna - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Communal living room - Mediterranean architecture - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Room service ### More - Desk - Desk chair - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: EUR 47 ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Late check-out fee: EUR 47 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash Mobile payment options include: PayPal Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 0610 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 24-hour pool access Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hotel Quinta Alto São João Hotel Quinta do Alto de São João Quinta Alto São João Quinta do Alto de São João Quinta Alto São João Hotel Ponta do Sol Quinta Alto São João Hotel Quinta Alto São João Ponta do Sol Alto Hotel Ponta Do Sol Quinta do Alto de São João Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Hotel Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Ponta do Sol Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Hotel Ponta do Sol ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Alto Boutique Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Villa Alto Boutique Hotel? ### Is Villa Alto Boutique Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Villa Alto Boutique Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Villa Alto Boutique Hotel? ### Does Villa Alto Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Villa Alto Boutique Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Villa Alto Boutique Hotel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 33 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Nov 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The hotel is fairly high up the hillside, so the drive up is exciting! The hotel itself is amazing. We had a great corner room and balcony with amazing sea and valley views. The staff were very friendly. The only downside was the restaurant was only open for breakfast during our stay, so dinners had to be elsewhere. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/09e685db-3c7e-4525-b232-2fdc978e01a9-1764415289801.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/89e65b20-d0c6-496a-aa74-357f719c113c-1764415289507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful tranquil hotel Great little gem high up on the mountain which gorgeous tranquil views. Receptionist was super helpful and very informative, always helped us where we can. Couldnt fault the hotel, it was a lovely stay, great staff..amazing breakfast and beautiful nooks around the hotel. A joy to stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ea1521ca-c855-4137-81fd-c6474c41c163-1750776308905.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/70d98b30-ff6f-497f-b27f-eb2cea94daee-1750776309059.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ad7f7705-bfaa-498b-bb0f-d9324d09d66e-1750776309289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5c5b9395-3b82-48f1-9d10-b971374cbbd1-1750776309163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sheila Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Philip Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a beautiful older but full of character villa. Breakfast was top notch. The staff were very friendly and willing to point you in the right direction. Would definitely come back ##### Philip Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell Dec 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent hosts at this magnificent old-school hotel. The views are stunning, and the interior of the hotel is warm and welcoming. GPS directions don’t work so well, so just follow the blue signs up from the center of Ponta do Sol ##### Russell Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toomas Oct 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotell and place.Good place to relax from everyday thinks.Just enjoy. ##### Toomas Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Apr 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The villa is stunning, the view from our room was spectacular. Staff were very nice and accommodating. Highly recommend. ##### Jane Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Angel Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our pillows smell like sweat, the bathtub had rust, there were bugs in our room but the front desk staff was fantastic. ##### Angel Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hazel Mar 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely relaxing holiday watching birds of prey over the gorge by the pool. The staff are excellent and the food delicious. High up in the mountains so nice and quiet. We hired a car but I think there were buses available near by. ##### Hazel Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim Lorrae Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Villa Alto is a lovely old house set high up in the hills above Ponta do Sol. With beautiful views. You will definitely need a hire car. The Staff are wonderful and work very hard to make you feel welcome. The breakfast is amazing, all freshly made from scratch. Sadly there was no dinner service available during our stay. Our room (no 9)was small and needed some TLC. The weather during our stay was stormy and the room was cold and damp. The curtains were stained and hanging from the rails. The sash windows need attention/replacement as all three were exposed to the wind and rain. We would definitely return to Villa Alto and hope for better weather. ##### Kim Lorrae Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Set high up on the side of a mountain, you have beautiful views from your room and property. The rooms are older but go with the setting and are very comfortable. The staff is outstanding. Graciela and Brayanni were so helpful and fun to talk to. They both truly made our stay incredible. There is a daily breakfast, which was outstanding. There is wine, beer, and other spirits that can be purchased on premises during your stay. The pool was wonderful, but if you don’t like pools, ask for some beach towels and head to one of many beaches. If you like cats, there are some to great you everyday. They were so sweet and friendly. ##### Mark Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikolai Jul 31, 2022 Liked: Staff & service #### So lovely! Quaint and just lovely. The restaurant has no menu but you get what they offer you on the day. It feels homemade which is nice. The view is excellent and the area is gorgeous. The room lacked vacuuming and was a bit worn, but no big deal. There are beautiful walks in the area - we easily made do without a car. ##### Nikolai Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Kristel Sep 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Boutique hotel sounded like a good idea until we had to take an extremely dangerous road to reach the place with very limited parking spots. Our room did not have Air conditioning, not even a fan and the room was very warm. Opening the window connected you with the noisy road right at the window and leaving you completely exposed to anyone climbing in the room through the window. The front desk lady was rude, and did not even offer any accommodations to make our stay bearable and so we had to leave and book another hotel. If you want to go for a very steep adventure, risk not having a parking and sleeping in a room with no ventilation, air conditioning or a fan the this might be your place. ##### Kristel Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felix May 1, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful characterful hotel This hotel is uphill from Ponta do Sol and, having arrived from Funchal by bus, we were prepared to walk what looks on the map like a couple of kilometres. However, we decided to take a taxi and were glad we did, as the journey by road is more like 6 or 7 kms. The taxi was 10eu, quite reasonable. At the hotel a very warm welcome from charming manager Feliks, who went out of his way to be helpful at all times. Beautifully situated old manor house in a peaceful rural location, with immense traditional character, well appointed rooms & fabulous views. Amazing value. Good buffet breakfasts in the attached restaurant, though we were disappointed that it was otherwise closed (perhaps out of season?) as we had no car. There are few local facilities apart from a cafe next door with limited menu. Nevertheless we enjoyed our peaceful days by the pool and a couple of pleasant levada walks accessible just up the hill. Our only criticism/suggestion is about the mention on the website of own quinta produce such as orchard fruit and honey, raising expectations of sampling home-produced foods. Sadly, not only was there no such produce apparent at breakfast but, as almost always these days, standard mass-produced fare such as plastic & foil servings of imported butter, jam and honey. What a shame! It would really enhance the customer experience and the reputation of a character rural hotel like this to offer locally sourced ingredients. ##### Felix ### 2/10 Terrible #### Susanne Jan 12, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Das Villa Alto Boutique Hotel ist eine Frechheit. Unser Zimmer hatte zwei zerbrochene Fensterscheiben, ein Fenster war von außen zugenagelt, damit man sich nicht an den Fensterscherben verletzt. Die Balkontür defekt, es regnete herein. Im Winter ist das Haus völlig ungeeignet, da es sich nicht heizen lässt. So wurde alles feucht und wir haben uns sehr erkältet. Die Aufenthaltsräume sind ebenfalls nicht geheizt, die Gäste saßen in Thermojacken und in Decken gehüllt beim Frühstück und am Abend. Das versprochene Restaurant gibt es nicht. Das bedeutet, jeden Abend ins nächste Dorf fahren - eine Taxifahrt von jeweils 25€. Viele Gäste haben sich im Supermarkt versorgt und abends im ungeheizten Aufenthaltsraum eine kalte Mahlzeit eingenommen. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ef5e3c33-d3c8-457d-9b7e-5b290ddaea73-1768210500728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1f83e757-2061-477f-a690-a88ebc5e2b75-1768210502592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d76e5015-acdf-4edb-949d-8d297bd5ecc9-1768210503509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susanne Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Valérie Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quelle charmante demeure, tout est bien pensé et on a l’impression d’avoir fait un bond dans le temps. Petit déjeuner buffet très bon avec du salé et du sucré fait maison gâteaux, crêpes, pancakes. Seul bemol, l’hôtel n’a plus de restaurant et devoir faire 25 minutes de route pour dîner par des chemins très sinueux en plus c’est compliqué. Pourquoi ne pas proposer un petit snacking simple pour le soir ou un buffet froid? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3685ce94-3f91-4683-a485-ae94cf02550f-1759266207979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e05e65cf-0bb7-42fd-b952-b56effeda58e-1759266208068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3afe521d-2740-4be7-9957-18723ed56acb-1759266205536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Valérie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noellie Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Très joli domaine, le personnel est accueillant, bienveillant et de bons conseils. Dommage qu’il n’y avait pas de service de restaurant sur place, sachant que sur le site c’est indiqué qu’il y en a un. On a juste pas eu de chance par rapport à notre chambre si tu es directement sur la rue ou certaines personnes se gare juste devant notre fenêtre… Cependant, le cadre est magnifique. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/590d8337-f8ff-4543-a83b-454f52732b9c-1758634575043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a44488f-d5fe-4624-8882-66e1ff0e257a-1758634578699.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Noellie Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Enzo Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent hôtel, paisible, de beaux jardins avec une belle vue. Le petit déjeuner était bon. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3d246e84-5310-4459-b8bd-68142bc98f4f-1758463460606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/deca136b-633a-45b5-a68a-db6b0fc7fd6e-1758463457953.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/49d15201-5319-4c57-a0b2-26a69307a8c3-1758463458530.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Enzo Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Schöner Rückzugsort Das Frühstück war hervorragend und sehr divers. Die Bedienung war sehr freundlich und das Zimmer und das gesamte Haus sehr stylisch mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Die Unterkunft ist etwas umständlicher zu erreichen mit dem Fahrzeug, dafür mit wunderschöner Aussicht. Einziger Kritikpunkt wäre, dass das Zimmer etwas sauberer sein könnte und die Räumlichkeiten nicht mehr im Neusten Zustand sind. ##### Stephanie Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Eric Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Ikke rent og fyldt med katte Hotellet er et smukt gammelt hotel. Men ingen service ig ikke alle medarbejdere talte engelsk. Pool håndklæder skulle man lede efter. Katte og kattehår gør det svært for folk med allergi. Beskeden morfenmadsbuffet. ##### Eric Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas Friedrich Josef Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Die Lage ist gut, aber es müssten dringend mal die Zimmer renoviert werden. In unserem Fall ließ sich die Badtüre nicht schließen (verzogen). Die Eingangstür zum Zimmer ist so undicht, dass der komplette Lichteinfall von draußen nach innen scheint. ##### Thomas Friedrich Josef Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricarda Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr gutes und liebevoll zubereitetes Frühstück. Sehr nettes Personal Sehr schöne Unterkunft Absolut zu empfehlen ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cf812af4-d756-44dd-ab5e-f610b93ea432-1750516111012.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ricarda Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### BRUNO May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Situation au calme mais à quel prix ! Très bon petit déjeuner. Accès difficile en pleine montagne avex des % élevés. Ceci dit, cela ne doit pas poser de problème pour quelqu'un habitant en montagne. Personnel un peu froid, excepté la dame de l'accueil, pour le coup accueillante ! Nous avions pourtant une excellente image des portuguais, extrêmement gentils et accueillants, vela a t-il changé ou est-ce uniquement à Madère ? Belle piscine, à l'ombre tout l'après-midi, ce qui peut être un avantahe quand il fait très chaud ! ##### BRUNO Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hubert Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Mega Hotel, Personal war super nett. Das beste Frühstück auf Madeira gehabt :) Man muss es mögen, ist eine alte Villa. Mega Aussicht ##### Hubert Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sofia Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 10/10 Så bra! Dröm dröm dröm! Vi testade 5 olika hotell på vår resa till Madeira och detta var BÄST! Otroligt mysigt läge och eftersom det är få personal kändes det som vi hade hela huset för oss själva. Bilderna visar verkligen hur det ser ut på hotellet och stämmer överens med verkligheten. Frukosten serveras i restaurangen och får 10/10\. Varje kväll längtade vi efter morgondagens frukost. Det fanns stor variation av färka råvaror och vältillagade smårätter. Massor med frö och nötter till yoghurten och nybakade kakor. Vi fick även spela biljard på kvällarna i restaurangen även fast ingen personal var där. Skulle jag åka tillbaka till Madeira är det här jag kommer bo! Vi gick från Ponto de sol till hotellet och det tog över 1h och var väldigt brant. Därför skulle jag rekommendera att ha bil. Taxi kostade 10 euro från Ponto de sol. ##### Sofia Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mariia Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hemos pasado 4 noches en este maravilloso boutique hotel. Para algunos, puede que sea algo incómodo llegar o que tenga pocos restaurantes/tiendas cerca. Pero la verdad es que lo que ganas es mucho más. Las vistas del paisaje, desde las habitaciones o desde cualquier rincón de este lugar, son maravillosas. El territorio es muy bonito; te encuentras con muchos rincones donde puedes parar, sentarte, tomarte algo, leer un libro, lo que sea. Es muy, muy verde, con muchas plantas y flores, y es muy acogedor. Tiene piscina al aire libre (una pena que no la pudimos usar por el tiempo). El hotel en sí está muy bien cuidado y tiene muy buen gusto. Para los que disfrutan de antigüedades y objetos antiguos, es un sitio perfecto. Tiene estilo, sentido y carácter, y es muy acogedor. Hay muchos detalles por descubrir en cada momento. Y lo que más me ha encantado es el comedor/restaurante: es un placer desayunar en un sitio tan, tan bonito. Al ser 4 noches, me habría gustado que los desayunos fueran más diversos, aunque la comida era rica. El personal fue muy amable y sonriente. Lo recomiendo a todos los que disfrutan de los detalles y la historia; otros lo pueden encontrar "viejo/desgastado"... pero vamos, lo que le da encanto. ¡Muy recomendable! ##### Mariia Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Socalco Nature Calheta](https://www.expedia.ca/Calheta-Hotels-Socalco-Nature-Calheta.h89394624.Hotel-Information) > > [Pousada Castelo de Palmela - Historic Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Setubal-Hotels-Pousada-Castelo-De-Palmela-Historic-Hotel.h1135593.Hotel-Information) > > [Alojamento Girassol - Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Castelo-Branco-Hotels-Alojamento-Girassol-Guest-House.h54204012.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Vale da Telha](https://www.expedia.ca/Aljezur-Hotels-Hotel-Vale-Da-Telha.h7994098.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Mar Bravo](https://www.expedia.ca/Nazare-Hotels-Hotel-Mar-Bravo.h4129873.Hotel-Information) > > [Real Marina Residence](https://www.expedia.ca/Olhao-Hotels-Real-Marina-Residence.h3530762.Hotel-Information) > > [Pombaline Building V. 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