Location
This hotel is well located, with links to the public transport just 200 m from the hotel. From this bus stop, a regular shuttle bus operates from Monday to Friday. Surrounding the hotel is the lively tourist area of Funchal and a saltwater swimming pool and shopping centre are in its immediate vicinity. The immediate vicinity offers a vast array of shopping facilities as well as numerous restaurants, various bars, pubs, cafes and many other entertainment facilities. A nightclub is also situated just 1 km away. The nearest bus stop lies around 200 m away. From here guests are able to catch the shuttle bus every day of the week which runs between the hotel and the city centre which lies around 3 km away. The airport is around 21 km.
Facilities
The complex has 12 junior suites and 186 double rooms, which are located on 6 storeys and are reachable by lift. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. A currency exchange service, a newspaper stand and a conference room are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Services include a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. A safe and a minibar are also available. The kitchenette comes with a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone and a television with satellite/cable channels provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 5 indoor and outdoor pools. The freshwater pool area, which is in part heated, also has a children's pool. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. Outdoor sports available at the complex include golf or, for a fee, tennis, bocce, crazy golf and a putting green. Water sports enthusiasts are offered aquafit. A wide range of indoor sporting activities are also offered, for example a gym and aerobics or, for a fee, table tennis, billiards, darts and squash. Various wellness options, such as a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments, are offered for a fee. The hotel offers an entertainment programme for adults.
Meals
The dining area includes a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Half board can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. Lunch is served as à la carte, and guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu for dinner. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.