Estalagem Da Ponta Do Sol Reviews

location is good rooms are ok but need update restaurant is average breakfast is mass tourism style so far might be acceptable … BUT not enough parking every friday pool party with “dance” music so lots of noise especially for the premium rooms with sea view my advice : go somewhere else there is no excuse to ruin evening for customers who pay good money

Beautiful location. Outstanding architecture. Fantastic views, esp. From the swimming pool. Good food and beautiful design of the rooms. Very enyojable stay. Staff is friendly and helpful. Gardens also deserve mentioning, plants were well maintained and blooming. Everywhere was full of exotic scents.

Beautiful little town on the south coast of Madeira. Hotel is perched on the top of a cliff with great views all around. Lovely pool area . Easy access to town and parking via an elevator. All rooms had a view . Beautiful bar area with views outdoors and quaint indoor area. Restaurant served fantastic full breakfasts. Highly recommend this hotel.

Really pleased with our choice. The staff were lovely and the food was great with a good choice of veggie options. Amazing views, lovely spaces to hang out in and we enjoyed the spa facilities too. Parking was a bit of a challenge but worked out ok.

Amazing Hotel, We love it!!! Fantastic view to the ocean, the room was very big, beautiful and clean. The breakfast was the best, the !!! Super place!!! We will go back! The food selection was very wide, a lot of delicious food and drink, there was champagne for the breakfast :) very very super :)

Stunning location with view over the village and out to sea. Good access for levada and valley walks from both above and below the hotel. Excellent restaurant, also with stunning views. Weather in January was mild but rather blustery during the week of our atay.

The hotel is famous on the island especially for its location and views and kind of design rooms with some artwork. It used to be an expensive place but is getting more democratic now. Unfortunately some things could be better: Cleanliness of pool area was not good, jacuzzi was dirty, reception staff a bit arrogant, breakfast staff ok but no warm atmosphere, my bathroom sink had a bad smell for the week staying there and is already a complaint for many years, noise of the Vally traffic and neighbors could have been isolated better. Also the fact that they send an email after your stay asking to write a TripAdvisor review only if it was perfect, if less than perfect than email them directly... A bit weird to me. But on the other hand still a very good place in a nice village with some local restaurants of good quality, nice gardens and spacious simple design rooms. Parking was an issue as well at certain days during Christmas holidays.. I would certainly stay again but more attention tot he guests and detail would enhance the property's rating. Had a great Purple Friday party there for digital nomads and had a great DJ and stopped as foreseen around 2345 to bot disturb hotel guests.

I think there should be a shampoo and conditioner when it's a four star hotel. Had to buy in the store to be able to wash my long hair. The toilet seat was loose and rickety, had to reassemble it when it came off. Way too much bright lighting, no romantic cozy lighting. Otherwise very comfortable beds, pillows, towels, nice view of the sea from the balcony. Good breakfast, very good dinner in your restaurant!

Nestled on a cliff overlooking the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, this establishment embodies the highest standards of excellence. From the warm and gracious greeting by Cristana at the front desk to the exceptional efforts of Nuno to accommodate our every need, we felt truly cared for and valued as guests. The culinary delights served here are nothing short of exquisite, and the impeccable service provided by the staff is a testament to their dedication and professionalism. We are grateful for the memories we have made in this magical place and strongly recommend it to anyone seeking a world-class experience.

This hotel provided us with a perfect vacation experience, offering many benefits that allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings. We appreciated the convenience of the free shuttle service provided by the hotel to and from the airport, which was a mere 45-minute drive away from Ponta do Sol. Moreover, the hotel also offers daily complimentary shuttle service to Funchal, a 25-minute drive from the hotel. Its location atop a rock provided stunning panoramic views of Ponta do Sol, the ocean, and the cliffs nearby. The charming village of Ponta do Sol offers plenty to see and do, including two nearby hiking trails, the Nova and Moinho levadas, and a variety of restaurants. The hotel's surroundings, including the beautifully maintained garden, walking bridges, and pool, provided a peaceful and private environment that was perfect for relaxation. The pool was never overcrowded, and the breakfast served was delicious and just the right portion size. The service was fast and friendly, and we had excellent communication with the hotel prior to our arrival. Though there was a brief complication with overbooking that was expected to impact our first night at the hotel, the issue was resolved upon our arrival, and we received an early check-in and an upgrade to a stunning sea-view room. With spectacular views from nearly every angle, we believe even rooms with garden views would offer stunning views. All rooms come equipped with balconies, a significant advantage in this climate. Our room was clean, practical, and featured a large, comfortable bed and all necessary amenities. The hotel's restaurant offered a wide range of well-balanced dishes, including many vegan and vegetarian options that were equally delicious. However, it was slightly more expensive than the village restaurants. The bar served great drinks and played relaxing music, all while offering more stunning views. On our last night, the hotel hosted a party with a DJ and cocktails until 23.30, which was quite popular. We enjoyed the atmosphere but had to leave early since we had an early morning flight the next day. We were pleasantly surprised that we heard very little noise in our room. The staff at the hotel were always friendly, proactive, and helpful, which enhanced our stay. In conclusion, we absolutely loved our time here and look forward to returning soon.

Very nice staff, always willing to help! Great breakfast and nice infinity pool with nice views over the sea and the sunset. Good room and great and large bed, the acoustic isolation of the rooms could be better as we could ear people walking around in the morning and neighbors showering! The hotel has a free shuttle that will take you to some Levadas which is really convenient and they have very good partners to offer additional activities (dolphin and wales watching)

We had a wonderful time at Estalagem da Ponta do Sol. We received an upgrade from garden view to sea view (thank you again for that!) and enjoyed the view from our spacious room every day. Also, the views from the pool area and especially from the garden during sunset are exceptionally beautiful. We only had breakfast at the hotel, which was very good and had everything from various breads, cheese and sweets over muesli and of course lots of fresh fruit. The staff is exceedingly amiable when engaged, yet they may not be notably proactive in their approach to the guests. The room had everything it needs, yet could need some improvement. Even though we received a topper for the very hard bed, it still felt too hard for both of us. The bathroom was missing a toilet brush, and the shower door could not be properly closed from the inside, so that there was a little lake after every shower. Apart from these minor issues, we enjoyed our time very much and would like to come back.

This is a 5 star because of the building which is full of serene crafted spaces. If you like the architecture of Mies Van der Rohe or Alvaro Siza you will enjoy this hotel. Built in the late 90s it’s a wonderful integration of a modern building with two existing old buildings on a dramatic cliff above Ponta Do Sol. Yes, I could say our room was not 5 star and needed some refurbishment but you cannot escape the mood the building creates with its spartan modern interiors facing the horizon. Absolutely wonderful. Will go back a third time.

We stayed in Funchal on our last Madeira visit a few years ago and although Madeira was charming , we found the food to be rather average .That’s not the case in Ponta Do Sol especially not at this hotel. The wonderful views and the great location were what drew us at first( also the exceptional value) but we were delighted to discover that the food was out of this world ! There was a good choice on the menu ( I saw at least four vegan options to give an idea of the variety) Everything was beautifully presented (even the breakfast options were works of art) and so delicious. We were is restaurant heaven! Besides being beautiful, the Estalagem had such a peaceful atmosphere. The other guests were all really chilled. The pool was amazing with fabulous views , the little spa was fun and our garden view room was perfect. We could hear the sea ! So relaxing!The service was friendly and efficient . Airport transfers are included in the price of the stay as was transport to Funchal, Calheta beach ( sandy and lovely and not far) and also to Levada walks ( if that’s your thing!) I could go on and on about how fantastic this hotel is .. we already can’t wait to return!