Hotel Infante Sagres is a four-pearl boutique property in the Baixa area of central Porto, a short walk from the Porto Cathedral and the historic city center. The look throughout the hotel is a blend of trendy design and classical accents, and features include an outdoor sun terrace, stylish cocktail bar, and literary-themed Portuguese restaurant. The 70 rooms continue the contemporary-classic style, and come with minibars, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Room rates are reasonable given the central location. Travelers might want to also check out the nearby Grande Hotel de Paris, which has lower rates, but the Infante is more upscale and has an on-site spa.
Hotel Infante Sagres is a four-pearl boutique property in the Baixa area of central Porto, a short walk from the Porto Cathedral and the historic city center. The look throughout the hotel is a blend of trendy design and classical accents, and features include an outdoor sun terrace, stylish cocktail bar, and literary-themed Portuguese restaurant. The 70 rooms continue the contemporary-classic style, and come with minibars, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Room rates are reasonable given the central location. Travelers might want to also check out the nearby Grande Hotel de Paris, which has lower rates, but the Infante is more upscale and has an on-site spa.
Eurostars Oporto is a three-and-a-half-pearl chain hotel in the Asprela neighborhood on the outskirts of Porto. The Hospital Sao Joao Metro station is a three-minute walk from here and there are a few restaurants nearby, but it's not the most charming area and trips into the city will take at least 30 minutes by metro. The 64 rooms are modern and fresh, with sleek furniture and trendy wallpaper, and all include kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. There's a bar, a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and some in-room spa services available, but there’s no pool or fitness center. Guests willing to pay more to be closer to the historic center should consider Carris Porto Ribeira, a similar upscale hotel located on a cobblestone street in the city's charming riverside district.
Eurostars Oporto is a three-and-a-half-pearl chain hotel in the Asprela neighborhood on the outskirts of Porto. The Hospital Sao Joao Metro station is a three-minute walk from here and there are a few restaurants nearby, but it's not the most charming area and trips into the city will take at least 30 minutes by metro. The 64 rooms are modern and fresh, with sleek furniture and trendy wallpaper, and all include kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. There's a bar, a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and some in-room spa services available, but there’s no pool or fitness center. Guests willing to pay more to be closer to the historic center should consider Carris Porto Ribeira, a similar upscale hotel located on a cobblestone street in the city's charming riverside district.
The 89-room Quinta da Bela Vista is an upper-middle-range property built off of an old Portuguese manor, with interiors that call to mind an English country house. Catering to an older clientele, the hotel is secluded and quiet, with little to occupy kids. Old-fashioned rooms are a bit plain and in need of a refresh, but they come with minibars, kettles, and bathrobes, plus Wi-Fi is free throughout -- if a bit patchy. There's no spa, but there are an outdoor pool with adjacent bar, two restaurants, and cozy lounge areas. For a little more activity, try the Porto Santa Maria Hotel, which provides easy access to both the beach and town and more modern rooms.
The 89-room Quinta da Bela Vista is an upper-middle-range property built off of an old Portuguese manor, with interiors that call to mind an English country house. Catering to an older clientele, the hotel is secluded and quiet, with little to occupy kids. Old-fashioned rooms are a bit plain and in need of a refresh, but they come with minibars, kettles, and bathrobes, plus Wi-Fi is free throughout -- if a bit patchy. There's no spa, but there are an outdoor pool with adjacent bar, two restaurants, and cozy lounge areas. For a little more activity, try the Porto Santa Maria Hotel, which provides easy access to both the beach and town and more modern rooms.
Located a 10-minute drive from the center of Funchal, the Enotel Quinta do Sol is a three-and-a-half-pearl, adult-only hotel with stylish and contemporary furnishings throughout. The 147 rooms have pleasant neutral-tone decor with pops of blue, as well as flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies. Two pools are available -- one outside in a sunny terrace and an indoor one in the spa, which also offers massage treatments and a sauna. There are also a small gym, restaurant serving buffet-style breakfast and dinner, and a bar offering drinks and light snacks. Guests looking for a modern option that accepts kids might want to consider the Vidamar Resort Madeira.
Located a 10-minute drive from the center of Funchal, the Enotel Quinta do Sol is a three-and-a-half-pearl, adult-only hotel with stylish and contemporary furnishings throughout. The 147 rooms have pleasant neutral-tone decor with pops of blue, as well as flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies. Two pools are available -- one outside in a sunny terrace and an indoor one in the spa, which also offers massage treatments and a sauna. There are also a small gym, restaurant serving buffet-style breakfast and dinner, and a bar offering drinks and light snacks. Guests looking for a modern option that accepts kids might want to consider the Vidamar Resort Madeira.
Hotel Alto Lido is a three-pearl property located on the main strip with plenty of restaurants in the immediate area. The 311 rooms are split between dated rooms with patterned carpet and old-fashioned wood furniture, and more contemporary and attractive apartment-style units. All, however, have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished outdoor spaces -- some with sea views. Much-needed renovations are scheduled for the end of 2017, but in the meantime, decent features include a main outdoor pool, heated indoor pool, squash court, and a sauna (fee). There are two restaurants and two bars on-site, and guests report the food quality as average. Couples may prefer the adult-only Madeira Regency Cliff, which has better views, modern rooms, and a spa.
Hotel Alto Lido is a three-pearl property located on the main strip with plenty of restaurants in the immediate area. The 311 rooms are split between dated rooms with patterned carpet and old-fashioned wood furniture, and more contemporary and attractive apartment-style units. All, however, have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished outdoor spaces -- some with sea views. Much-needed renovations are scheduled for the end of 2017, but in the meantime, decent features include a main outdoor pool, heated indoor pool, squash court, and a sauna (fee). There are two restaurants and two bars on-site, and guests report the food quality as average. Couples may prefer the adult-only Madeira Regency Cliff, which has better views, modern rooms, and a spa.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Madeira Regency Club is a strong budget option for apartment-style accommodations -- but walking to the town center is a bit of a hike. The hotel’s 96 units are large and bright, with decently equipped kitchens and furnished terraces, but the decor is tired, and they could use a revamp. Standard amenities include AC, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and safes, but Wi-Fi is only available in the property's public spaces. Features include a sizable saltwater pool and deck with views of the Atlantic, and a fitness area with a squash court and sauna. Buffet meals are served in the hotel’s full-service restaurant, but the food gets mixed reviews. Guests looking to stay closer to the center of Funchal might want to try the Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Madeira Regency Club is a strong budget option for apartment-style accommodations -- but walking to the town center is a bit of a hike. The hotel’s 96 units are large and bright, with decently equipped kitchens and furnished terraces, but the decor is tired, and they could use a revamp. Standard amenities include AC, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and safes, but Wi-Fi is only available in the property's public spaces. Features include a sizable saltwater pool and deck with views of the Atlantic, and a fitness area with a squash court and sauna. Buffet meals are served in the hotel’s full-service restaurant, but the food gets mixed reviews. Guests looking to stay closer to the center of Funchal might want to try the Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel.
The four-pearl Palheiro Village is a sprawling hillside complex of upscale villas and apartments. All have full kitchens and many add perks like wood-burning fireplaces and private pools. On the downside, not all of its 79 privately owned units have ocean views, and some lack air-conditioning. All units have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. As part of the Palheiro Estate, guests have access to the golf course, fantastic botanical gardens, a spa, and a restaurant, among other facilities. Travelers looking for a more historic stay can check out the hotel's sister property, Casa Velha do Palheiro, which adds a free breakfast, but the rate is slightly higher.
The four-pearl Palheiro Village is a sprawling hillside complex of upscale villas and apartments. All have full kitchens and many add perks like wood-burning fireplaces and private pools. On the downside, not all of its 79 privately owned units have ocean views, and some lack air-conditioning. All units have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. As part of the Palheiro Estate, guests have access to the golf course, fantastic botanical gardens, a spa, and a restaurant, among other facilities. Travelers looking for a more historic stay can check out the hotel's sister property, Casa Velha do Palheiro, which adds a free breakfast, but the rate is slightly higher.
Ocean Gardens is a three-pearl family-run hotel set off a clifftop road, a 15-minute drive from Funchal's historic center. Stunning ocean views are seen from numerous vantage points, including all 47 rooms, two restaurants, and the pool terrace. Interiors and rooms old school and dated, though the lovely gardens are some of the best tended in the Funchal area. Some rooms can be prone to occasional traffic noise and there's nothing within walking distance, though for guaranteed sea views at very reasonable rates this is a solid option. For a hotel that's a bit closer to the city center, the Madeira Panoramico Hotel has more modern rooms. For cheaper rooms along the coast, travelers could consider the mid-range Dom Pedro Garajau Hotel, though views are less impressive.
Ocean Gardens is a three-pearl family-run hotel set off a clifftop road, a 15-minute drive from Funchal's historic center. Stunning ocean views are seen from numerous vantage points, including all 47 rooms, two restaurants, and the pool terrace. Interiors and rooms old school and dated, though the lovely gardens are some of the best tended in the Funchal area. Some rooms can be prone to occasional traffic noise and there's nothing within walking distance, though for guaranteed sea views at very reasonable rates this is a solid option. For a hotel that's a bit closer to the city center, the Madeira Panoramico Hotel has more modern rooms. For cheaper rooms along the coast, travelers could consider the mid-range Dom Pedro Garajau Hotel, though views are less impressive.